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MANILA, Philippines – With over 2.2 million OFWs around the world, many Filipinos grew up using imported soap, shampoo, makeup, and perfume that came from their hardworking loved ones’ balikbayan boxes. But despite that, Pinoys have always loved and supported their own.

Now that social enterprises are booming in the Philippines, homegrown brands that serve a larger purpose are getting more and more support from the consumers. And it’s not only because it’s the right thing to do, but because these products are really worth our while.

Here are some of the truly Pinoy products we’re using and loving right now:

Human Nature Ultimate Acne Defense set

Get it from Lazada at P559.00

Thanks to social media, we now know that many skin care brands we’re using have a dark side – they’re harmful to the environment, they test their products on animals, or they contain ingredients that we shouldn’t be putting on our skin at all. Human Nature is natural, environment-friendly, and cruelty-free. And it’s effective, too! Try this acne defense set to naturally and safely get rid of pimples.

Happy Skin Shut Up & Kiss Me Moisturizing Lippie

Get it from Lazada at P599.00

The same warnings go for makeup brands. You don’t want to use a lippie that’s been cruelly tested on innocent beagles, do you? Happy Skin is proudly cruelty-free and they also happen to have a wide range of pretty lippie colors to choose from. They also have other makeup products like mascara, cheek tint, face powder and more.

Messy Bessy Fabric Freshener Spray

Get it from Lazada at P289.00

There’s nothing better than coming home to a house free of bad odors. But not all odor-fighting products are good for you and for the planet. Some have harmful ingredients that you should never inhale. If you want to keep your linens smelling clean and fresh o, go for a Messy Bessy Fabric Freshener Spray. You would never have to worry about the air you breathe because Messy Bessy only uses natural and earth-friendly ingredients.

Messy Bessy Be Poolite Potty Deodorizer

Get it from Lazada at P195.00

You’ll never know when you’ll need to go #2. But if you have this Messy Bessy Be Poolite Potty Deodorizer, you’ll always be ready. Spraying this on the toilet before you do your thing will remove all your worries away (and without being too obvious than, say, spraying perfume!). Not denying it but this is one of my personal favorites!

ANTHILL Infinity Scarf

 Get it from Lazada at P1,600

We like this ANTHILL Infinity scarf because it’s gorgeous and it can spruce up any dull outfit and we love it because it works to preserve and promote our Philippine weaving tradition. The brand also provides livelihood to partner community enterprises. What more can you ask for a fashion accessory?

Supporting local brands that do good is the best and only trend we should all follow.

How about you? What other local brands do you love? – Rappler.com