After reviewing the Ponds Whitening Facial Foam, here is a my take on the latest product from Pond’s, their only scrub, Pond’s White Beauty Tan Removal Scrub.
Price:
Rs. 85 for 50 gm, Rs. 150 for 100 gm.
Shelf Life:
Use before 24 months from mfg. date
My Take:
The product packaging is a typical Pond’s white and pink colored tube having a flip-top cap. The cap shuts tightly so it is travel friendly. The scrub is white in color having tiny pink particles. The fragrance is mild and pleasant.
A pea-sized amount is enough for the entire face as it lathers very well. It feels creamy on the face and is easier to wash off. The scrub particles are so gentle on skin which makes me wonder whether it really removes dead skin cells. My face feels clean after using this scrub. The skin feels soft after use. It removes dirt and excess oil and my face looks brighter for some time maybe this is because it contains 50% brightening cream. I use this daily since the scrub particles are not harsh and daily usage will have a better effect on the skin.
About its claims of tan removal, I feel it works very slow in removing tan. It does not work well in removing old tan. I feel the best way to sue this product is immediately after you come home from a day out. It works better on light tan. I use this scrub as soon as I come home from work and it has effectively prevented further tan.
This scrub never dried out my skin. It did not break me out either. So it is safe to use on all skin types. Those of you having dry skin will like this scrub due to its creamy texture. My face turns oily within an hour of using this scrub. I wish it controlled oil for a longer time. I am currently using the 100 gm tube so this one will last me for around four months. Thus it is cost effective.
Pros:
Cost effective
Removes light tan
Creamy texture
Suitable for all skin types
Travel friendly packaging
Removes oil and dirt
Nice fragrance
Did not break me out
Cons:
Does not remove old tan
Does not control oil for long
MABH Rating: 3.5/5
Do I Recommend?:
The choice is yours. I feel the VLCC Fade Tan Scrub works better than this one. But there is no harm in trying this scrub.
Would I Repurchase?:
No. Because I prefer the VLCC Fade Tan Scrub. I only bought this one for a change!
I had been using Vaseline Healthy White Body Lotion for a long time. Not because I wanted fair skin, I just wanted to get rid of my old tan which was a result of a lot of outdoor activities during school and college days. The Vaseline Healthy White Body Lotion really helped in lightening my skin to some extent. At the same time I used to cover up while going out to avoid further tan.
Then Nivea launched its Whitening Cell Repair & UV Protect Body Lotion. So I decided to give this one a try as I was bored of continuous usage of the Vaseline Body Lotion. So here is my take on Nivea Whitening Cell Repair & UV Protect Body Lotion.
Price and Quantity:
Rs. 101 for 75 ml.
Rs. 225 for 250 ml.
Rs. 310 for 400 ml.
Shelf Life:
Best use before 30 months from mfd.
Ingredients:
My Take:
The lotion comes in a white coloured curvy bottle having a pump dispenser (only the 400 ml bottle has a pump dispenser, the others have the flip top cap). That was the main reason I bought the bigger bottle. I always prefer the pump dispenser packaging as it is easier to dispense the lotion without tilting the bottle.
The lotion is white in colour having a runny consistency. It spreads easily on the skin and absorbs quickly. It does not leave the skin greasy, but it’s not matte either. It has a fruity fragrance which is way better than that of Vaseline Body Lotion.
If I compare this one with that of Vaseline, the Nivea body lotion works faster in removing tan. My feet were badly tanned and this lotion has almost restored my natural fairness. You can notice the results within three weeks. Impressive! But don’t expect a ‘snow white’ type of skin lightening. I don’t want that anyway! Its only purpose is to get rid of your old tan and restore your natural skin color. And it does what it claims.
The product claims of UVA/UVB filters to protect your skin from UV rays. But it doesn’t mention any SPF. I wish it had sun protection.
I did not try this on my face since it is not mattifying and I prefer to use a separate lotion which controls oil and mattifies my face. My body skin texture is normal, so I can say that this lotion never dried up my skin. Therefore it is suitable for all skin types. I use this lotion every day after bath as it absorbs better on the skin.
PROS:
Reduces tan
Sweet fragrance
Absorbs easily
Affordable
The pump dispenser makes sure that no product is left in the bottle
Great for summer as it does not feel greasy on the skin
Easily available
CONS:
Contains paraben
Bottle is bulky so not ideal while travelling. It would be nice if they came up with smaller bottles having a pump dispenser.
Rating: 4/5
Do I Recommend?:
Yes! I recommend this product for all skin types. Just give it a try and you won’t be disappointed.
Hope you’re having a lovely Sunday. I have a question for you all now. Do you think skin color really matter in Indian marriages? I am receiving these kind of queries in my mail box from my readers and I am really surprised. How come a person choose their life partner with the ‘skin tone’ quality? If character or even health matters, that is completely normal; but how come the skin tone?
Have you seen matrimonial ads on new papers and internet? Most of the families want ‘fair’ brides and grooms. Don’t you find it funny? But this is a very serious issue to be discussed. This make youngsters in India, especially girls depressed who are in marital age. Not only women, men too experience these kinda hurdles in India when it comes to arranged marriages. This ‘skin tone’ partiality happens mainly in South Indian arranged marriages. I am no elder to talk about marriages and all but ‘this’ query from one of my readers affected my mind and made me do this post. Check her query below.
Query by Richa
Hi dear,
I am born wheatish in color and it is creating problem for my wedding. No one is ready to choose me as their life partner as I am not fair. I am an all rounder and I top every where whether it is studies or extra curricular activites but my dark skin complexion is a big issue. Please help me! Can I get fair? Is their any possibility?
So what can I respond to this query? If you had asked me to lighten your complexion by your own wish, I would have considered suggesting you a few natural remedies and products.. But in this case, its a BIG No from me! I really cannot give you ideas to become pale.
I have one question for you sister. Why should you marry a guy from a family who care about your ‘skin tone’ but not your talent or nature? Doesn’t it sound odd for you? Do you think you will have a happy life with your partner if you change your born skin color? I really find this absurd.
You said that you are an all rounder; good at studies and etc but why you become so submissive when it comes to this kind of Indian traditional rules?
A person’s skin tone is decided by genes and birth. Being pale doesn’t mean that you’re a beauty queen and being dark or wheatish doesn’t mean that you are ugly. Being healthy and confident is the ‘real beauty’ in my view. Fair or dark, you are beautiful if you have a beautiful mind and healthy physique.. and not to forget a happy smiling face all the time. I have seen hundreds of dark and beautiful people including top celebrities. First understand that your skin tone is not a factor that measures your beauty. I kindly request you NOT to undergo any skin lightening treatments or something to whiten your skin for this marriage purpose. Marriage is a beautiful bond between two loving humans and their families.
Eat health foods, have fresh juices and tender coconut everyday. Have good sleep. Take care of your skin and don’t forget your sunscreen. These are enough to improve your skin texture and beauty!
Bleaching your skin can make it lighter but surely not beautiful. I won’t ask you to be satisfied with your skin tone; but be PROUD! This is your own skin tone gifted by your lovely parents. Being a south Indian, I have a dusky dark complexion and I completely love it! If I get a wish from god to change me ‘pale’ I would scream NO! Because that is not the color I love; My parents are dusky and I feel beautiful being dusky! I agree that I love my skin to be brighter, healthier and radiant but I do not long for a paler skin tone.
I hear about people getting their skin tanned to achieve that skin tone like yours. Then why should you change? If you feel that you want to shed on some pounds or gain some weight to look perfect, go to a fitness center and find a personal trainer. Spend your days enjoying at spas and relax your mind and body. Shape your eyebrows, get a herbal facial done. Grow, shape and buff your nails.. Get a stylish hair cut done. Wear clothes in which you feel beautiful! Hang out with your friends. Be confident and happy. If you want to brighten your skin tone naturally, go through this blog for few natural home remedies to improve your skin tone. I am sure you will get an understanding life partner who will love you and accept you for whom you are; who love you for your character and talents. All the best sister! I am sure you will have a happy, joyful life.
I feel really sad when I find many other countries better in terms of marriage, when compared to our India. I agree that these practices are slowing fading away, but still it hasn’t been completely abolished. Only if you don’t support these silly cultures, our country will develop. We shouldn’t follow the wrong path knowingly as that will be a bad example for others. As much as I love Indian culture and traditions, there are few things I hate about it to core 🙁 To abolish these kind of practices such as choosing brides seeing skin color, dowry system and etc in India, we youngsters should STOP following it! Will you?
I apologize if I have expressed something wrong in this post; I did not mean to hurt anyone.
