At Meinas, we know that when women feel good, they radiate confidence—and that’s exactly what we’re celebrating this Women’s Month. Meet two powerhouse women who inspire us every day: Aryn Cristobal, a content creator and performer at SPIT Manila, and Claire Ongcangco, lawyer and founder of Parlon.
We caught up with them to chat about wellness, confidence, and what self-love really looks like
Aryn Cristobal, a content creator and performer at SPIT Manila
Claire Ongcangco, lawyer and founder of Parlon
The Secret to Confidence? Prioritizing Wellness!
Let’s be real—when you take care of yourself, everything else falls into place. Claire sums it up perfectly: “If you feel better about yourself, you'll be exponentially more productive. Your energy will naturally gravitate toward the people you meet, and that will reflect in your output.”
Aryn couldn’t agree more. “Wellness becoming trendy was the best thing to happen to this world,” she says. “It makes me feel worthy of everything good, and I think when you feel worthy of goodness, confidence and success are a byproduct.”
Scalp Care = Self-Care
Scalp treatments might not be the first thing that comes to mind when we talk about wellness, but Claire and Aryn’s experiences with Meinas have completely changed their perspectives.
“I love how all the steps have been meticulously thought about,” Claire shares. “It embodies that self-care is holistic and not just concentrated in one part of the body. Hair care is no longer just about appearance—it’s about overall wellness.”
For Aryn, it was an eye-opener. “I loved seeing the progress of my scalp! What I love most is now being aware of the care that my scalp needs. It made me realize that there were parts of me I wasn’t paying attention to—and now I am.”
Making Time for YOU
Between careers, relationships, and personal goals, finding time for self-care can feel impossible. Claire and Aryn get it, and they have some words of wisdom for women trying to balance it all.
Claire’s advice? “Pause and take care of yourself—but don’t feel guilty if you miss a day or skip your self-care routine. Life gets overwhelming, and that’s normal. Don’t feel pressured by the picture-perfect self-care routines you see on social media. Your version of self-care is valid.”
Aryn takes a deep, introspective approach: “I can’t speak for all women, because our experiences are so different. But if I could tell every woman one thing, it would be: believe in your value above all things. When you truly believe in your worth, your actions toward yourself will change. And if all else fails, asking for help is never a sign of weakness.”
Their Women’s Month Message: Own Your Worth
To wrap up, we asked Claire and Aryn to share one message they’d love to pass on to every woman this Women’s Month.
Claire’s take? “Be great in everything you do, and strive to be a better version of yourself each day. Celebrate your wins—and celebrate the wins of others, too!”
And Aryn leaves us with this powerful reminder: “Believe in your worth, and know that you are valuable.”
At Meinas, we celebrate women not just this month, but every day. Because when women prioritize their well-being, they empower themselves to thrive in all aspects of life.
So here’s to you—taking up space, prioritizing yourself, and embracing confidence from the inside out. Happy Women’s Month!