Product review
Fabindia Night cream – moisturiser
This is the second product from Fabindia that I am reviewing. Its always exciting for me to review Made in India products.
Product review
Neutrogena Fine Fairness Cream
This product is Made in India by Neutrogena and has an SPF. Surprisingly, no Oxybenzone, which Neutrogena sunscreens in the US frequently use.
Product review
Lotus Herbals Safe Sun Daily Multi-Function Sunblock SPF 70 PA+++
Lotus Herbals make cheap sunscreens. Having reviewed over 80% of Lotus Herbals’ sunscreen range last year, I am intrigued to see if absolutely anything about this sunscreen brand has changed.
Skincare
Parabens: an update
While I respect every readers decision to choose paraben containing cosmetics, I’m still going to inform you on latest scientific developments.
Product review
Bello Photostable sunscreen SPF 40+ PA+++
This is an affordable favourite of Delhi dermatologists. Does it live up to the hype?
Product review
kaya Daily Moisturising Sunscreen SPF 30
A “Made in India” sunscreen that comes so close to the finish line. At Rs 870 for 75ml, do I suggest you use it?
Product review
Dear Neutrogena, you need to fix your sunscreens
Neutrogena’s sunscreens use a combination, called Helioplex, to give broadspectrum coverage. The only problem is Helioplex contains Oxybenzone…
Product review
ALPHA-H Daily Essential Moisturiser SPF 50 ( 50ml )
The retail price is £29 for 50ml.
It works out at INR 2,600 plus shipping to India. Give it a miss and save the shipping and taxes worthwhile
Product review
L’Oreal Paris UV Advanced 12H UV Protector SPF 50+ PA++++
Household name L’Oreal Paris offers a blockbuster sunscreen. Does it tick all the correct boxes to be worthy of your shelf-space?
Product review
BANANA BOAT Ultra Protect Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 PA+++
This is an SPF 30, PA+++ rated product. Retail price is INR 999 for 90ml, so at the mid-high end for Indian sunscreens. My verdict: Give this product a wide berth.
Product review
Banana Boat Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50+ PA+++
Banana Boat sunscreens are found in every supermarket and mom & pop store. Does the ubiquity of the product make it worth buying?
Product review
Avon Solutions UV Protective Lotion SPF 40 PA+++
Avon Solutions sunscreen is a high price bracket sunscreen. Is it packed with quality ingredients or does it have other features that justify its price?
Product review
kaya skin clinic Sweat-Proof Sunscreen SPF 30+
At INR 975 for 60ml, this is one of the pricier sunscreens. Price is not per se an issue if the product passes the sunscreen test.