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Ponds White Beauty Spot Less Lightening Facial Foam Review

by Eleena

Hi All!
I’m probably the last person on Earth to review this product! I love trying out different face washes but I always end up coming back to this one. So here are my views on Pond’s white beauty daily spot-less lightening facial foam.

Claims of Ponds White Beauty Lightening Facial Foam:

Daily spot-less lightening facial foam cleanses deeply for glowing and brighter skin. The foam’s unique formula reduces dullness and brightens skin, while washing away old weary, sallow skin cells.

Price & Quantity:

Rs. 59 for 50 gms.

Shelf Life:

Use before 24 months from mfg date.

How to Use Ponds Lightening Face Wash?:

Wet your face. Apply to face and neck and gently massage. Rinse off.

My Experience with Ponds White Beauty Lightening Facial Foam:

The product comes in a travel friendly cream and pink coloured tube with a flip-top cap. The face wash is white in colour and creamy in texture. It has a pleasant smell which lingers on for some time after washing off.

Read: Ponds Moisturizing Cold Cream Review

A pea-sized amount is enough for the entire face and neck as it lathers very well. I prefer to lather it up on my palm and then apply on wet face and neck.

Read: Skin Whitening Face Wash Powder at Home – DIY

This face wash really cleanses the skin. I can feel it. It effectively removes all dirt and make up giving you a slightly brighter complexion for some time. This face wash never broke me out. Regular usage also helps in reducing tan to some extent. It is true to its claims of spot lightening. I had a few dark spots and a month’s usage has cleared them already. This face wash also claims washing away old skin cells, so that’s good in a way. Since I am oily skinned I can use it throughout the year. During the cold season the skin feels slightly dry after using this one. But a moisturizer solves this problem. Otherwise during summer it doesn’t dry out the skin.

My skin turns oily in under two hours after using this face wash. (I’ve noticed this when I’m at home. If I have to go out then this face wash + oil control toner + matte sunscreen + oil free foundation + oil control talc, keeps my skin oil free for around 5 hours). You cannot expect this product to control oil for long. VLCC Anti Tan Skin Lightening Face Wash is better than this one in terms of oil control.

This pond’s face wash is ideal for those having very oily skin. It will dry out even combination skin. So normal, combination, dry skinned people stay away from this one.

PROS of Ponds White Beauty Lightening Facial Foam:

Cheap.
A little goes a long way.
Removes dirt and make up.
Reduces tan.
Lightens spots.
Did not break me out.
Washes away old skin cells.
Ideal for oily skinned people.
Travel friendly packaging.

CONS of Ponds White Beauty Lightening Facial Foam:

Not suitable for those having normal, combination and dry skin.
Does not control oil.

MABH Rating: 3.5/5

Do I Recommend Ponds White Beauty Lightening Facial Foam?:

This is only for those of you having very oily skin. It won’t do any good for other skin types. There are plenty of choices in the market.

Would I Repurchase Ponds White Beauty Lightening Facial Foam?:

Yes I will, but I’m always open to experimenting with other brands!

Have you tried Ponds White Beauty Lightening Facial Foam?

Banjara’s Herbals Neem Face Pack Review

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Hello ladies,

Today, I am going to review Banjara’s Neem face pack. This happened few months back. One fine evening, I was relaxing on my couch and watching T.V, there comes a break. In an advertisement, a girl says her life is bitter because of her pimples (sad na?) A lady consoles her that it can be cured by (Banjaras) neem’s bitterness. I was not impressed first time. But, happened to see the advertisement several times and mesmerized (Repetition is a good marketing strategy). I told myself this is your product, your savior etc … (hehehe … I was weird) finally I bought this face pack. I will tell you what happened after that.

Also Read: Himalaya Herbals Neem Face Pack Review

Price:

Rs 70 (I got it for Rs 63)

Quantity:

100 grams

Shelf life:

3 years from Manufactured date

Key ingredients:

Neem extract, Turmeric extract.

My Take:

Packaging: The face pack comes in white and green carton package. Face pack in a plastic pack is difficult to store and maintain.

Read: Himalaya Neem Face Wash Review

Color and Fragrance: It is yellowish green in color and fine texture. The smell reminded me Shikkai (really!)

How it works:

I have super oily skin and this product does not claim for which skin type it would suit. But from the product description, I concluded it is for oily to combination skin. I applied it on my face and let it to dry .After 10 minutes, I washed it off. No instant glow, little bit disappointed and went to bed by convincing myself it may take some time to do wonders. I woke up in the morning and ran to mirror to see my face. Ohh…My god, my skin broke out. I got pimples on my cheeks. Huge Disappointment 🙁
After few weeks, I wanted to try this again (who knows this product may prove me wrong). I was ready for the mission (Ignored my instinct). Once again all the process was done.. Once again my skin broke out, but this time I got pimples on my nose and fore head. Horrible! I never had pimples on my nose and fore head, it spoiled my skin. A tiny voice told me to test it by taste. Yes, I tasted it. To my surprise, there was no bitterness. How can a neem product be bitter free? That’s it; enough damage was done. I don’t want to talk about it anymore.

Pros

Nice package

Cons

Outbreak of pimples
No skin brightening
Very simply, this product is total opposite to their claims

Rating: 1/5

Do I Recommend:

Well, It didn’t work out for me. It may work for others

Would I Repurchase: No!

Top 5 Foot Care Tips In Summer

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Summer is the season of fun and enjoyment; it brings change in weather, clothing and activities. So, why get stressed out of its side effects like tanning, sun-burn, dehydration, hot weather, skin or health related issues etc. Just, enjoy the season with the BANG ON attitude. Before getting out not to forget, the season is very well known for skin issues so you have to be a bit careful about it.

Mostly, we when we talk about skin care or beauty. The first things come in our mind is the facial skin care or facial beauty and we forget other parts of our body which daily gets exposed to the harsh sun rays. When we neglect these parts- hands, legs, feet they start asking you for extra love by showing their signs.

Today, I am going to talk about the beautiful part of our body, which can reveal much about you. Which carries you to different places- “Your Beautiful Feet” but, do you really own beautiful feet or you are embarrassed to flaunt it? If yes, then you don’t have to be embarrassed anymore. I am quickly going to share the tips for foot care in this season.

Clean Feet

No matter what kind of feet you own, dry or sweaty or itchy you should try to keep it clean and specially in summer season because, non-hygiene can cause smelly feet, psoriasis, eczema fungal infections. In short, it will bother you a lot. So, scrub your feet to remove the dead skin using pumice stone or foot scrub. Moisturize it daily and use foot powder or foot sprays to avoid smelly feet. When you come home wash them frequently.

Read: Home Made Coconut Foot Scrub

Protection

I understand you cannot resist wearing sandals, flip flops or other footwear or you want to go barefoot then, do not forget your best friend “Sunscreen” it would be good if it has High SPF. Try applying it frequently, if possible.

Shoes/Footwear

Always try to wear comfortable shoes, if possible try to avoid high heels and tight shoes instead go for wedges, sandals. Do not wear tight shoes for a long time because, it can cause skin related issues.

Pamper

Your feet truly deserve it after a long tiring day. Pamper them by soaking them in cold or warm water as per your choice, you can just add few drops of essential oil and few rose petals to calm your senses and rejuvenate you. Or you can opt for a professional pedicure or foot massage. Keep your nails trimmed.

Read: DIY Milk Foot Spa at Home

Moisturize

Never forget to moisturize your feet, before going to bed wash your feet, wipe them off including the part between the toes. Moisturize them with your favorite moisturizer or foot cream. Drink a good quantity of water and juices.