Fuschia Sunscreen Matte Gel (SPF 30) Review

Is polluted environment making your skin dull and unappealing? Well no need to worry anymore because Fuschia presents you paraben and phthalate free Sunscreen Matte Gel . The blend of aloe vera, olive oil and licorice extract are perfect to harmonize your skin & protection against sun-induced skin damages. Aloevera and olive oil cure the damage caused by sun rays & can treat sunburns as easily as it can slow down the aging of the skin. SunCat DE acts as a sunscreen agent, anti-oxidant, anti-aging and protective agent. This attractive new sunscreen matte gel gets absorbed in your skin instantly and protects adequately from UVA & UVB rays.

This is what Fuschia Sunscreen Matte Gel claims to do. And here goes my review on this product...

Fuschia Sunscreen Matte Gel comes in a small plastic bottle in white colour. There is black screw cap on bottle with flip opening over the top. The spout enables easy dispense of product. The information like ingredient list, mfg date, shelf life, price etc. is printed on the bottle label.

The texture of the sunscreen is of a moderately thick cream. The term ’gel’ used in the product name sounds misleading to me as the product is not gel-like either in texture or appearance. Despite the consistency, the sunscreen spreads easily on skin and gets absorbed as you massage it into skin with gentle strokes.

The product stands to its claims of ‘matte’ effect. You will notice that the product leaves no shiny, greasy layer on the top surface of your skin after it sinks into skin. It may serve as a great choice for people who struggle picking a suitable product for their oily skin. For people like me whose skin is more on drier side, the product may be bit more drying so a layer of moisturizer underneath will make the feel of sunscreen much comfortable on skin.

The sunscreen smells really nice, that’s something sweet and floral which most people would like. The smell is not sharp or overpowering, but cannot be considered mild too. Only people who are extremely sensitive to fragrances may find it strong, else it’s an easy-to-go-with kinda fragrance for most people.

Fuschia Sunscreen Matte Gel is formulated with SPF 30 for UVA and UVB protection which could have been on higher content, but is reasonably enough for sun protection in warmer regions like ours.

Now coming to the affordability of the product, I feel Rs 450 for a 50ml packaging will certainly pinch pockets of many of us (though the brand keeps on offering certain percentage of discount on its products regularly).

To sum up, Fuschia Sunscreen Matte Gel SPF 30 is a decent choice for a quality product that is worth an addition in your beauty kit atleast once and can be repurchased if gels well with your skin type :)

VLCC Matte Look Sunscreen With Pineapple Extract and SPF 30 Review

Something a lot of us usually are  looking for these days is an effective sunscreen. With summer in full swing, its the right time to try and shortlist the best ones that protect our skin from sun damage. I know how much we all hate those heavily greasy and chalky formulas that leave us sweating more. But in this generation, when the brands are listening to us, we may expect something prepared as per our requisites. 

I recently tested this VLCC Matte Look Sunscreen With Pineapple Extract and SPF 30 on myself which was a good change. Read on to know why..

Product Info:

Pineapples are full of important antioxidants that work to prevent cell damage by fighting against free radicals. This enzyme-rich fruit helps to keep the skin flexible and firm because it increases collagen synthesis. It contains vitamin C and amino acids and these are all skin-friendly nutrients. VLCC Matte Look Sun Screen Cream with SPF 30 and PA+++ is made with a combination of Pineapple extract along with many other natural ingredients, which not only protects skin from harmful UVA & UVB sun rays, but also hydrates the skin leaving it soft and supple. In addition, its non-sticky formula gets absorbed quickly into the skin giving it an even finish.So go ahead, enjoy the Sun!
This Sun Screen is Paraben Free. Suitable for all skin types.

Ingredients:
Aqua, Octyl Methoxy Cinnamate, Glycerine, Isopropyl Myristate, Titanium Dioxide, Benzophenone-4, Glyceryl Monostearate, Ceto Stearyl Alcohol, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate,Triethanolamine, Methylene Bis - benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Emulsifying Wax, Cetearyl Alcohol (and) Ceteareth-20, Phenoxyethanol, Talc, Cyclopentasiloxane, Acrylates/c10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer Allantoin, Trehalose, dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Polyacrylate, Disodium EDTA, Triethylene Glycol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Dimethiconol, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Seed Extract, Trideceth-6, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Peg/ppg-18/18 Dimethicone, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Extract, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Extract, Ananas sativus (Pineapple) Extract, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Extract, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Propylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, cyclotetrasiloxane, Aloe barbedensis extract, Parfum, CI.no.77492, CI.no.77491.

Usage

Apply liberally and evenly on the face and neck, 15-20 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply frequently for long duration sun exposure.

Price: Rs. 315 for 100 gms but I got a combo pack with Free facial kit worth Rs 250, so worth a deal. I'll review the facial kit separately as I test it in a few days. 

Shelf Life: 3 yrs 

VLCC Matte Look Sunscreen With Pineapple Extract comes in a squeeze tube of bright yellow n white color with orange flip cap. The tube cap is tight to shut and the pack is easy to carry around while traveling or to work etc.

The sunscreen is light brown in color and is firmly thick in consistency. Unlike any gel or soupy lotion, it broadly resembles to a cream. The fragrance, as I expected to be more leaned towards pineapple, is a soothing mix of other ingredients too. The faint scent continues to persist for some time without bugging your nose.

When applied, the sunscreen spreads on skin easily but doesn't get easily absorbed. A light massage is what that helps the creamy sunscreen to merge with your skin tone properly and sink into skin.. 

In my initial applications of the product, I found the ashy whitecast left behind and a drier appearance on my already dry skin. So to make the sunscreen recover from these issues, now I either apply VLCC Almond moisturizing lotion before putting it on or at time mix just a drop or two of lotion into this sunscreen before applying (if u also do this, ensure not to mix excess lotion to avoid the dilution of SPF efficacy). 

The sunscreen stands tall to its claims of being non-sticky formula having matte look. The product doesn't feel greasy or sticky and renders matte look without any oily shine. So that will be much liked by oily skin people too. The sunscreen caused me no sweaty aftereffects, so its a thumbs up from me and I can confidently continue using it.

Coming to the efficacy of the product, VLCC sunscreen with Pineapple Extract is Paraben free, loaded with SPF 30 and PA+++. which means the product can be relied upon since SPF indicates UVB protection and PA+++ indicates high UVA protection. So one can be sure of avoiding skin darkening due to natural sunlight which is a mix of UVA + UVB and damage skin in different ways. Also the vitamin C in pineapple extract is said to be effective for acne treatment (though I can't test it on myself).

In short, on a normal day which involve roaming in the sun unavoidably for many reasons, VLCC Matte Look Sunscreen With Pineapple Extract is the player for sun games. 

*PR Sample

After Sun Gel from Anherb : Product Review

Hello 

Summer skin care is a challenge to most of us. Giving extra care to your skin protecting it from harmful sun rays with products exactly matching your skin type is a task in itself.
I am sure each of you must be using a good quality sunscreen that is effectively shielding your skin when you are under the sun, but did you ever apply a sun care product after you reach home facing sun for many hours ?? I guess, not many of you will be aware that we need to use a sun protection skin care product even after coming back from open sun...

Today I am sharing my review on an innovative product from a brand that stresses upon using natural herbs to make skin friendly products. So which brand is that and which product I am talking about..lets explore in details...

Brand Info:

Anzalp Herbal Products Pvt. Ltd., racing ahead since the time of its inception, was born out of a well-established and diversified group of companies that made remarkable name in the field of pharmaceutical trade in India and abroad. Our global forays include product export to UAE, Russia, UK and the USA. They are making powerful strides in the world cosmetic scene by launching their products in India with many unique selling points and aspire to hold a sizable share of the market sooner than later...

Anherb makes sure that your natural beauty forever stays with you. And that's why they bring the best of nature, the best and rarest of the natural herbs from all over India, that beautifies the original you. Go ahead and flaunt the 'BEAUTIFUL YOU'.

Product Info:
Anherb After Sun Gel is the first of its kind designed to provide sun burn relief and combat the process of tanning caused by harmful sun rays. It is a high performance post sun-exposure treatment. With active botanical, it instantly cools,soothes & replenishes sun damaged skin and provides sunburn relief by combating the process of tanning.

Ingredients: Glycerine, Grapewine shoot extract, Aqua Cacteen, Reasun, Vanirea among others.

Effective for: Sun Damage

Product Type: Gel
Qty: 50 gm
Price: 295/- 
Shelf Life: 3 yrs

How to use: Use daily after coming back from open sun. Wash your skin with cold water & apply a uniform thin layer. reapply if desired.

How did I like the product:
The product is a dark orange color gel packed in a white plastic tub. The screw cap is actually very tight on the packaging and has an inner disc lid as well.

The gel resembles honey in color and consistency in the first look. It is mildly fragrant with mixed floral notes. The smell is soothing and feels herbal.

The gel is really thick and you need a thin layer to be applied evenly. It takes few gentle strokes to get absorbed into skin. The skin feels mild cooling post application. As the gel sets in the skin and gets dried, there is no sticky feeling. I apply it twice a day - once after coming back from back and then before going to bed. The gel didn't show the result in a day practically, but gradually I started noticing fairer skin tone that had got tanned during summers.

The gel needs not to be rinsed and is a leave-on product. So it remains within the skin overnight if you apply it in the night and nourishes the skin. The product claims of minimizing the skin damage
and healing are well achievable.

Pros:
Natural ingredients.
Smells nice.
Sinks in the skin easily.
Works to its claims.
Cures redness of tanned skin.
Calms down the skin irritation.

Cons:
Pricey.

Anherb After Sun Gel is a product that we usually miss to use. But is a boon to cure the skin damaged due to harsh sun. Though its a bit expensive, still a great natural product to ensure glowing skin without causing chemical reactions :)