Here’s the sitch. You’re shopping for whitening lotion, vitamin c and sunblock cream at Watsons and when you hit the counter, no less than socialite-philanthropist Tessa Prieto-Valdes assisted you with your purchases and even gave you shopping advice! For a lucky few, it did happen last May 2, 2015 at Watson’s SM Aura in Taguig where the fashion icon became a supervisor for the day to give advice to shoppers on how to save up to 80%

Although often seen at the grandest parties and most exclusive events, the “SeaPrincess” of Twitterverse, however, remains a very smart shopper when it comes to her personal items.

“A smart shopper knows when she is getting a good deal, that’s why a lot of us are always at home here at Watsons. You’d be surprised with the savings you get just by choosing Watsons label products!,” she pointed out.

Tessa was first spotted behind the pharmacy counter, advising customers on how they can switch & save up to 80% on Watsons Generics! She said “why buy an expensive brand of medicine or supplement when you can get it an affordable price?”

Just like the Watson’s Gluthathione 500mg X3 that keeps her skin looking healthy and free from radical damage. This product actually saves customers up to 85% from the leading brand.

Tessa also relies on Watson’s Generics Vitamin E, another antioxidant that helps prevent eye disorders and other diseases. This product can save customers up to 78% from the leading brand.

Tessa was next spotted at the Skin Care section where she gave advice to customers on how they can switch and save with certain products.

Her recommendations:

Watsons Body Serum Whitening Watsons Body Serum Whitening has a lightweight and non-greasy formula that contains Instant- Anti-blemish Complex to instantly lighten and reduce dark spots and visible imperfections. Triple Whitening Complex enriched and tone Vitamin B, Vitamin C and Mulberry Extract helps lighten smooth and tone the skin.

Watsons Body Lotion Whitening Mulberry *Watsons Body Lotion Whitening Mulberry Extract help lighten pigments and naturally even out your skin tone. This body lotion is designed to nourish and helps to provide whitening effects, giving you fairer and radiant skin.

To keep her looking picture perfect she chooses Watsons Body Serum Whitening that instantly lightens and reduces dark spots and visible imperfections.

Her bath essentials meanwhile include Watsons Cream Handsoap Strawberry and Yoghurt that effectively cleanses and protects hands from dryness; Watsons scented cream body wash with goat milk; to gently slough off dead skin cells and helps to hydrate and brighten the skin and Watsons Milk & Salt Scrub Whitening to help enhance the skin, and exfoliate dead skin cells.

Tessa’s advice is quite simple: Be practical. By switching from expensive brands to Watsons Label products, you can save money which you can splurge on the things you want like an out of town trip, a new gadget or a weekend staycation.

A photo posted by Edsel Roy (@starmometer) on May 2, 2015 at 12:40am PDT

Tessa is the second Switch and Save ambassador to make a surprise visit to a Watsons store. Last April 11, 2015, singer Christian Bautista made the switch from singer to store supervisor for a day as he surprised shoppers at the Watsons Store SM Mall of Asia. Aside from Tessa and Christian, other celebrities who have made the “Switch and Save” are Patty Laurel and Iya Villania. Who knows, perhaps one day while you’re shopping at Watsons you get to bump into one of these celebrities and have a chat with them to help you find the best deals.

And speaking of best deals, here are the rest of Watsons Label Products that can give you a lot of savings:

Watsons Treatment Shampoo Argan not only cleans but strengthens and moisturises hair and scalp (Save 62%).

Watsons Charcoal Toothbrush helps remove bacteria with bristles that clean deep in between teeth and the gumline (Save 57%).

Watsons Tartar Control MouthWash clinically proven to help kill germs that cause bad breath, plaque & gingivitis plus prevents tartar for a cleaner mouth (Save 55%).

Watsons Dental Floss is a part of any oral health care routine, recommends flossing at least once a day to achieve optimal oral health. Flossing daily you help remove plaque from the areas between your teeth where the toothbrush can’t reach (Save 76%).

Watsons Velvety SoftBox Tissue are especially soft and strong for ultimate comfort and care (Save 54%).

Watsons Big Pack Green Tea Scented Wet Tissue effectively clense and moisturise your delicate skin feeling soft, fresh and clean (Save 65%).

Watsons Facial Mask 3 Step Mask combines three rejuvenating therapies that bring out the beauty in your skin like you’ve never experienced before. Regular use will leave your skin feeling and looking more radiant than ever before. This deep Moisturising 3-step Facial Treatment keeps your skin moist and supple.

Watsons 3in1 Hair Set for straight, wavy or curly hair depending on what you want.

Drop by any Watsons stores and enjoy more savings with the “Shop to Save” promo. Get a free P300 coupon with a minimum single-receipt purchase of P1500 from the participating Watsons Label products and exclusive participating brands. Promo will run until May 20, 2015!

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