MESSAGE FROM THE CEO

With the current pandemic situation, most of us have been working from home, which seemed like a pretty good deal at first. You get to avoid the commute and the everyday indecision of what to wear to work. But just like what they say, if it seems too good to be true, then it probably is.

After months of working in lockdown, you've already figured out the downside of working remote—you perpetually have that straight-out-of-bed look. Which wouldn't be such a problem if Zoom didn't exist, and your boss didn't require you to turn your camera on. But what if you are required to show your face on camera almost every single day?

Having a clear boundary between professional life and personal life is crucial. I make sure to tune out distractions and give my full attention to my kids when I’m with them. Also, I want to be present not just physically, but mentally as well so as much as possible I block work-related thoughts when I spend time with my family. I live by the philosophy that family is not just an important thing; it is everything.

Thank you to Cantabria Labs for this Special Exemplary Award given to DMARK Corporation Scientific Initiatives. This award is a recognition of efforts done by DMark Beauty's dynamic team and most especially to our Scientific Adviser, Dr. Ma. Teresita Gabriel.