My Take on Ponds Oil Solution Pore Conditioning Toner

 

my empty container

Their claim: 

You can't neglect the condition of pores to have beautiful skin up close.  Cares for pores to give you a fresh, oil free look that is smooth and refined up close.

Ingredient Highlights:

•   Zinc Minerals and Royal Jelly Extracts = It deeply cleans pores and removes excess oil trapped deep inside the pores for fresh, oil free looking skin.
•   Pore Tightening Essence = It conditions pores for smooth, refined skin.

Other ingredients:

Water, Alcohol Denat, Sodium Lactate, Benzophenone-4, PEG-12, Dimethicone, Dipotassium, Glycyrrhizinate, Perfume, Manthol, Dissodium EDTA, Lactic Acid

How I used it:

After washing my face, I used a cotton ball and put a little amount of product on it.  I just made sure that the cotton was wet enough, but not soaked, to cover my entire face and neck.  A 100ml lasts for 18-20 days if I use it twice daily, with the exception of Wednesday and Sunday evening.

Effect on me:

I don't see a dramatic effect except that I was satisfied that the product got rid of oil and dirt not removed by just washing my face.  I love the minty feel it brought to my skin, I felt so refresh.  Since it has this minty feel, I was quite sure it kind of helped minimize the size of my pores.  The effect also didn't last long.  After an hour or so, I saw oil forming on the tip of my nose.

One thing I noticed about this product, it somehow didn't go along with my facial creams.  It seemed that it pushed away the creams while I was applying it.  I don't know.  Instead of the skin absorbing the creams, this toner kinda glided it away.  

Verdict on their claim:

oil free skin - won't last long

tightens pore - not obvious

freshens skin - no doubt that it cools my skin.  I felt somehow that it tightens my skin.

Packaging:

The container is made of plastic.  On top is an apparatus that pops open when pulled.  I don't advise this for travelers.  It sure will spill out some, if not all, products unless the part that can be opened will be sealed by a scotch tape.

Price:

Php 85.00.  This is super cheap.  I love it!  :-)

Rate:

Packaging = 4/10

Price =  10/10

Rate on their claim:

smooth skin = 3/10

minimize pores = 5/10

refreshes = 9/10

cleanse = 8/10

oil free = 7/10

My Take on Ponds Gold Radiance Youthful Day Cream

Their claim:

Need a moisturizer that protects your skin as you go about your day? The day-cream works deep within your skin to re-energize the lost radiance of aging cells. Infused with 99% real gold particles, it's proven to improve dullness and protect your skin against UV rays.

Ingredients:

Gold = A natural mineral that boost cell renewal and gives your skin an instant glow.

How I used it:

After I apply serum on my face and eye cream, I'll wait for about 5 minutes so my skin can fully absorb the serum first. Sometimes, I used it after my toner if I'm in a hurry.

Effect on me:

I used the product from July 17 to October 28.  

my used Ponds Gold Radiance Youthful Day Cream (cracked cover)

The promise of glow, although temporary, was really there. I must say this makes me prettier with its instant effect compared to other day cream. So far, this is my most favorite day cream.

Verdict on their claim:

I would say that the effect is only temporary. It's like applying foundation and once I washed it, it's all gone. Although it's a cream that helps hydrate my skin, it's just it; no more, no less.

Packaging:

I like how handy the container is. It comes in a cylindrical container with a press apparatus on top where the product comes out. I had a problem though in getting a few amount of the product from its container. Pressing didn't come smooth. I had to press it three times before I can get a little amount. Either something has stuck up or the straw inside was not on its proper position. I wouldn't know since the whole thing is not transparent. The product was boxed and sealed before it was bought, how would I know if there's a problem. And how will I know if the product is already empty. I won't unless I break it.  As for me, I took the top part but it was very difficult.  It's like opening an authentic perfume.  Below is the phto of what happened to the container after I removed the top part.  I was quite surprised that there still a considerable amount left.

Price:

Php 890 for a 50g. For the natural glow, I would say, the price is a bit expensive.

Rate:

Packaging = 5/10

Price = 7/10

Rate for their claim:

improve dullness = 6/10

protect from UV rays = 7/10

anti-aging = 6/10

glow = 10/10

My Take on Ponds Gold Radiance Precious Youth Serum

Disclaimer: My first to time to write a review for a beauty product.

Their claim:

“As your skin ages, it may lose its fresh, youthful glow. Use Precious Youth Serum, enriched with 99% real gold microparticles, AHA, Retinol & Vitamin B3, to even out skin tone, reduce age spots and boost your skin’s youthful radiance.

Special Ingredient – Gold (A natural mineral that boosts cell renewal and gives your skin an instant glow.)”

my empty bottle of Ponds Gold Radiance Precious Youth Serum 30ml

How I used it:

I finished the product for 3 months and a half (mid June to November 4), using it only on my face every morning. I skipped applying serum on my neck as moisturizers and creams, which were less expensive, will do. I applied it after toning and 5 minutes before I used my day cream. After I even out the products on my face, I place my palm, especially on parts where wrinkles usually appear, to warm the product. I usually did this for about 5 to 10 seconds. I did this mostly on parts where wrinkles usually appear.

Effect on me:

Since I previously used the Gold Radiance set of Ponds with the exception of serum, I, somehow, notice the difference. Including it in my morning routine, my face became more supple. Although the product didn't claim that it reduces wrinkles, I noticed that it, somehow, slowed down its progress. It also helped reduced the age spot, located on my left cheek, faster. My pores appeared to be at its smallest, better that using the set without it. Since I am very particular with pores, because I have large pores, I absolutely loved how it made them appear smaller.

I also tried using it alone without the day cream. Although my face didn't have that much glow effect compared to using it with the day cream, it still left my skin hydrated all throughout the day.

Packaging:

It comes in a trasparent bottle with dropper. It really looks expensive. The gold particles is really visible. I love how it looks but it needs to be turned upside down if the dropper could no longer reach the serum. When in a hurry and the bottle is almost empty, dubbing is the surest but messy way to get a little amount. Travel wise, it is spill-safe.

Price:

One bottle cost Php 800.00. It's cheaper compared to other serums I see on the net. For me, its already expensive. Although it doesn't show dramatic effect, the price tag is just right for a three month use.

Rate:

Packaging 7/10

Price 9/10

Review

-glow (if used alone) 8/10

-skin tone 6/10

-age spots 7/10

-pore appearance (just my claim) 8/10

-wrinkles (just my claim) 5/10