I attended the launch of Himalaya Youth Eternity Range last week and I have been using the products since a week now. The range consists of the Himalaya Youth Eternity Day Cream, Youth Eternity Night Cream and Youth Eternity Under Eye Cream. I had mentioned about these in all the new launches in India post.
The products have been specially formulated using stem cells from the Edelweiss Plant. The stem cells are combined with herbal active extracts of flowers like Rose Myrtle, Fire Flame Bush, Woodfordia and Cipadessia Baccifera, to hydrate and regenerate your skin.
Day Cream
Claims: The Himalaya Youth Eternity Day Cream is a breakthrough formulation based on Plant Stem Cell Research and exotic Herbal Actives. The Day Cream is light, non-greasy, fast- absorbing and consists of a powerful blend of botanical extracts that reduce fine lines and wrinkles, and re-plump your skin, leaving it looking healthier and younger. SPF15
MRP: 10ml Rs.99/- 20ml Rs.249/- 50ml Rs.499/- (Buy HERE for Rs.374/-)
Ingredients:
Night Cream
Claims: The Himalaya Youth Eternity Night Cream is a special blend of Edelweiss Plant Stem Cells, Woodfordia, Rose Myrtle, Cipadessa and Apple, rich in powerful antioxidants and polyphenols. The Night Cream works overnight to provide intense hydration, reduce fine lines and wrinkles, leaving skin even-toned, healthy and visibly youthful.
Claims: The Himalaya Youth Eternity Under Eye Cream is rich in anti-inflammatory properties and is a superior blend of ingredients like Edelweiss Plant Stem Cells, Woodfordia, Rose Myrtle, Cipadessa and Amla. The under-eye cream gently nourishes and hydrates the tender skin around your eyes, leaving it remarkably bright, healthy and youthful.
Reduces crow’s feet, wrinkles and fine lines in 4 weeks
Antioxidants treat puffy, morning eyes
Visible reduction in under eye pigmentation and dark circles in 4 weeks
For best results, use all three products in a routinely manner.
The plant stem cells technology is being used for the first time in skin care, and also all the other ingredients sound pretty promising. We also had a Q and A session with Dr.Harsha Bijlani, and the research and development person.
This range claims to not only reduce fine lines and wrinkles, but give a radiant, even toned, plump and healthy skin. I guess we all want that, don’t we.
I love the packaging, it is very convenient and travel friendly. Both the day and night cream round pumps and the eye cream dispense the exact amount of product you need.
The eye cream is very light weight and gets absorbed in a minute. I start with the eye cream first and then use the day cream/night cream morning and night respectively. The day cream is slightly thick but blends in well and again gets absorbed in a minute. It does not leave the skin shiny or greasy but in fact gives a matte look. This works great under makeup too. Also it has SPF 15, so it is good enough to use indoors, if you are not stepping out.
Night cream is slightly richer and thicker, it moisturizes and hydrates the skin really well. Skin is completely matte and softer, plumper in the morning after.
Since the weather has gotten cooler and drier in the past week in Mumbai, I am really liking this range and it has kept my skin hydrated and moisturized. I will keep using it for 4 weeks and update you guys on the range. Untill now, my skin really likes the Himalaya Youth Eternity Range. I just wish the range was fragrance free, as that’s how I prefer my skin care to be.
I highly recommend trying out this range, and it’s available for a very decent price on Amazon.
Have you guys tried the Himalaya Youth Eternity Range yet?
I believe, eye creams should be a mandatory part of every girl’s skin care routine. The skin around the eyes is more fragile, more prone to dryness, and quicker to show age and fatigue.
Squinting and constant movement of the eyes also hasten the appearance of lines and wrinkles, and fluids collect under the eyes and cause puffiness and dark circles. Eye creams can address some of these issues.
Eye creams are formulated specifically for the delicate skin around the eye, so they tend to be thicker. They contain more oil than a regular facial lotion, and they have a lot of active ingredients aimed at the problems we see around the eyes.
So, today I will be reviewing my trusted eye cream which I have been using for more than 2 years; The Himalaya under eye cream.
Claims: Himalaya Under Eye Cream clears under eye circles, pigmentation and blemishes. It also brightens and smoothens the areas around your eyes reduces dark circles by 80 percent in just 4 weeks, reduces under eye wrinkles and fine lines by 28 percent in just 4 weeks, brightens and smoothens eye contour.
Ingredients:
How the cream works: This under-eye cream comes with breakthrough herbal ingredients of Bergenia Ligulata and Cipadessa Baccifera, which actively fight against the appearance of dark circles and shield the sensitive skin around your eyes from harsh sunlight. Your skin must be free of toxins and be moisturised to sustain a healthier look without wrinkles and fine lines. Himalaya Eye Cream detoxifies and moisturises your skin, thereby rejuvenating your eyes. Consistent use of this cream can make your eyes stay wrinkle free and youthful.
Packaging: The product comes in a simple tube form which makes the handling of the product easier. You can directly apply the product on your under eye area from the tube. The packaging is not anything fancy but very sturdy.
My take on the product: The reason that I have been using the product for more than 2 years is enough to say that the product is amazing. The texture of the cream is light so it won't feel heavy underneath your eyes.
My eyelid area used to feel dry but after using this cream, the problem was solved. I never used eye creams until I started seeing some puffiness around my eyes. The product targets the puffiness and fine lines around your eyes and it takes about 30-45 days for your under eye issues to vanish.
I never suffered from dark circles but my mother did, and after about 2 months of the using the product continuously, her dark circles almost vanished. You can see visible results in about a week of using the product. You only need a little amount of the product so, one tube will last you a very long time. It lasts me for about 3-4 months.
Pros:
-decently priced
-sticks to its claims
-light texture & easily absorbed
– convenient packaging
Cons:
– has parabens
Rating: 4/5
If you’re searching for an affordable eye cream which actually works on dark circles or fine lines, you should absolutely give this cream a try.
Editor’s Note: This sounds pretty good Simran
Have you tried the Himalaya Herbals Under Eye Cream?
The daily stress and tight schedule always takes a toll on your skin. Sometimes dark circles and dull skin are the results of this lifestyle. I normally don’t suffer from dark circle issues. But lately first time in my life i was facing this issue. So, i was thinking what to try. And then one day on TV i saw Garnier coming up with this product. I liked the concept of eye roll on. So, without further delay i bought this product.
Read on to know if Garnier White complete Eye Roll On is worth your review or not.
Price: Rs.199 for 15 ml.
Direction to use: Apply the eye roll on the area just below eye. I had dark circles on the eye lid area too. So, i used to apply there too. Let it set for 5-7 minutes. After which, you can apply other cream over it.
Shelf life: 36 months from the date of packaging
Colour: transparent
Ingredients:
What Garnier claims: Garnier White Complete Eye Roll On Anti-Puffiness Instant Freshness
Stress, in any form, can take a toll on your skin, and often you might get dark circles under your eyes. Apply this Garnier White Complete Eye Roll-on on those areas to prevent dark circles and reduce the formation of bags under your eyes.
Unique Cooling Ball
The roll-on tube comes tipped with a unique cooling ball that helps in applying the lotion evenly around the eyes. It gives you a cooling sensation that decongests puffy eyes.
Contains Pure Caffeine Essence
It contains the essence of pure caffeine which helps in stimulating micro-circulation. This reduces the dark circles and lightens the skin around your eyes.
My experience with Garnier White complete Eye Roll On
The Garnier eye roll on comes in a very slick and attractive packaging. i like products which comes in slim packaging. It comes in long carton which has entire product details on it. Inside which there is a pen form roll on which is very slim and handy. You need to twist the product a bit and rub it lightly below the eye area.
I applied it both below and above the eye lid. Firstly, the texture of this roll on is not too light. It is more on heavier side. You have to swipe it twice to thrice to get the product out. Next, i was on the verge of when completing this but i couldn’t witness any dramatic change in my dark circles. I was so amazed that after so many boasting and tall product claims, this one didn’t work.
Conclusion – for me this roll on simply didn’t work.
Editor’s Note: I totally agree with you, have tried this long back and it did absolutely nothing. I used to love the Garnier Tinted Eye Roll On though not coz it did anything for dark circles, but was a perfect daily wear under eye concealer.
Lotus Herbals YouthRx Gineplex Anti-Ageing Skin Care Range Review
Hi guys,
If you follow me on Snapchat (add me if you are not following yet! bhumika_t 😀 ) you might be knowing that I had taken up the Lotus Herbals #ReverseYourAge 1 month challenge. We had to click selfies every week for the difference to be visible on the skin. I have been using this entire range for around a month now and here is my review.
Let me tell you something about this range and what is common throughout the range. It comes in this pretty gold and purple packaging, the packaging is quite nice. Most of the stuff are easy to carry around, except the jars which are made of glass and kind of heavy. The serum bottle is also made of glass but it is very very thick and not something that will break easily.
The main ingredients in the entire Gineplex range are Ginger, Ginseng and Milk Peptide complex (Hence the name Gineplex) which are the key ingredients in anti-ageing + hydration+ firming. The entire kit costs around Rs.3000/-
Lotus Youth Rx Active Anti-Ageing Foaming Gel
Benefits : –
* Prevent signs of ageing.
* Reveals a glowing complexion instantly.
* Enhances skin renewal and restores elasticity.
How To Apply :-
* Apply with wet hands massage gently on to the Face & neck.
* Massage gently for 2 -3 minutes.
* Rinse well.
Active Ingrdients :- Jojoba seeds, ginseng, ginger, milk peptide complex.
Results :- Skin looks and feels fresh, soft and revitalized
Price: Rs.225/- for 100 gm
Ingredients:
It has a rotating cap packaging and is off white in color, has a texture mix of gel-creme and has small, brown jojoba seeds. It does not foam much but cleanses all the dirt, grime and basic makeup. It feels more like a scrub than face wash. I do not like foam based face washes, so this is just perfect for me. It does not dry the skin at all and the gentle exfoliation removes the dry skin flakes in winter. It is absolutely perfect for winter and I love this face wash/foaming gel. It is not meant for people who love heavy duty foaming though.
Lotus Herbals Youth RX PH Balancing Multi Active Toner
MRP: Rs.325/- for 100ml
Ingredients:
The toner comes in a plastic bottle with a spray nozzle and a cap. 2 pumps are perfect, I mostly use it directly taking it on my palms and not use a cotton pad, works both ways. I absolutely love this toner, it is alcohol free and non drying. Plus it has green tea and castor oil which in turn tighten your pores and hydrate your skin. This toner again is perfect for winters and for dry skin too. One of the best toners currently in India. This toner balances the pH level of your skin and brings it to the normal 5.5
It contains the highest concentration of the revolutionary ‘Gineplex Youth Compound’ which gives it 10 times the anti-ageing power of a day crème. It’s a 2-in-1 formula of Serum + Crème –
1. Serum penetrates the skin quickly and delivers 10X* more ‘GINEPLEX YOUTH COMPOUND’ to the dermal layer, boosting collagen production.
2. Crème nourishes, hydrates and restores skin moisture.
MRP: Rs.695/- for 30ml
Ingredients:
One of my most favourite product from this range. It comes in a very thick glass bottle with a cap and a pump dispensor. Again a mix of gel+cream consistency. It is very light and gets absorbed into the skin in a jiffy. I just need one pump and it hydrates and nourishes the skin. I can even skip a cream post using this, coz it hydrates wonderfully even in these winters. Skin feels soft and smooth instantly.
It is a ‘Green Science’ miracle. It comes with the breakthrough ‘Gineplex Youth Compund’ derived from potent natural ingredients and is clinically proven for accelerated lifting, firming and protective action on skin. It is enriched with SPF 25 PA+++ for protection against sun damage which results in ageing of skin.
Results: Visibly reduces appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, blemishes, spots in 7 days* Makes skin look firmer, younger and glowing.
MRP: Rs.545/- for 50g
Ingredients:
Both the day and night creams come in a thick glass jar which is quite heavy. They have a separate cap between the lid and the product. It is light pink in color and light in texture. It does not make the skin greasy and hydrates the dry patches on the skin, without the heavy feeling. Both day and night creams have almost the same ingredients with some minor difference. Key being light liquid paraffin, glycerine, Vitamin E Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate (Apart from Gineplex) which are great for hydration and work on blemishes and scars.
Lotus Herbals YouthRx Anti-Ageing Nourishing Night Creme
With the latest advancements in ‘Green Science’ at its core, it is a night crème for accelerated lifting, firming and protective action on skin. Lotus Youth Rx Anti-Ageing Nourishing Night Creme visibly reduces fine lines and opens pores by nourishing the skin overnight.
Results: You wake up to an optimally hydrated and dewy, fresh skin.
MRP: Rs.525/- for 50g
Ingredients:
The day cream has a gold base and purple lid and the night cream is vice-versa. I like how the packaging is different and it helps to identify the creams. Night cream is white in color and slightly richer in texture, though does not make the skin feel heavy, it takes 1-2 minutes to get absorbed completely and skin looks as if nothing is applied on it.
The eye cream comes in this sleek tube with a nozzle dispensor, be careful when dispensing coz way too much product comes out. You just need a tiny bit on your ring finger, blend both ring fingers and apply under the eye and massage very lightly for a few seconds. It is off white in colour and gel like in texture. It feels very cooling and tingling. Since I do not have wrinkles, I did not notice any much of a difference with this one. Not a love, but kinda ok.
Lotus Herbals YOUTHRx Active Anti-Ageing Exfoliator
Its unique ‘TRIPLE ACTION FORMULA’ gently exfoliates, protects and nourishes the skin from within. It gently removes dead skin cells to reveal a younger and healthier looking skin.
Active Ingredients: Vanilla Beans, Ginseng, Ginger, Milk Peptide Complex
Results: Instantly reveals younger and healthier looking skin
MRP: Rs.295/- for 100g
Ingredients:
It has a rotating cap packaging and is white gel like in texture with black vanilla beans extracts. The scrub is very mild and gentle, it is good for everyday or every alternate day too. It is not heavy duty scrubbing, so if you like those walnut particles scrubs, you will find this very mild. This will work for sensitive skin too. I would say it’s ok, scrubbing particles could have been a little more stronger.
Lotus Herbals YouthRx Anti – Ageing firming Face Masque
It is enriched with unique Algae Extract & revolutionary ‘Gineplex Youth Compound’. It detoxifies & resurfaces the skin at cellular level. It nourishes & hydrates your skin, revitalizes texture, reduces pore size and removes dead skin flakes. It does not cause dryness unlike other masques.
MRP: Rs.295/- for 100g
Ingredients:
The masque has a flip cap and is a gel+creme texture again. It is not like those thick, cream based masques. It will come out clear and transparent on the skin. I keep it on for 10-12 minutes and then wash it off. It gives a tight feeling when it dries. I haven’t seen any reduction in pore skin but yes it does not dry out skin at all unlike other masques as claimed. And also skin feels firm and plump.
I have been using this entire range for a month now and I can see visible difference in my skin. Find below my selfies taken every week, while using this range.
R-L: Foaming Gel, Serum, Day Creme, Night Creme, Eye Creme, Exfoliator, Face Masque
I received this kit when I shifted to a new place and my skin was in the most horrible state ever. I had way too many break outs, spots, dryness and redness on the skin. Within a week, as you can see in the 2nd selfie, I noticed the difference. In fact, I felt the difference in 2-3 days and skin already felt smooth, soft, hydrated and more even with less redness and the dryness was all gone.
L-R: Week 1 to 4
I again broke out last week coz of travelling, change in climate and water plus it was way too cold in Jaipur and I have not been drinking enough water in the winters, it directly shows on my skin. But what I like the most about this range is, the breakouts dry our immediately and the range starts working on the scars and they fade away quickly too.
The entire range smells fresh and amazing, I love the smell especially of serum and day/night creams. This is slightly on the expensive side but the quantity is amazing! I am using it twice everyday since a month and I have not even finished 10% of the toner and day/night creams. Serum is 30ml and using it twice, so might finish sooner and same with the foaming gel. Even exfoliator and face masque I use once a week, so would last long.
Though I cannot comment on wrinkles as I don’t have them, but skin definitely feels firm, plump, soft, smooth and hydrated. If you are nearing 30 and already feeling the dryness on the skin or are over 30, this range is definitely a must try! Gift this to your mom or MIL and they will definitely love it.
My most favourite products from this range are the foaming gel, toner and serum. I like the day and night cream too.
Rating: 4/5
I loved taking up this challenge and my skin is loving it too 🙂
Did you take up the #ReverseYourAge Challenge? Have you tried the Lotus Herbals YouthRx Range before?
L’Oreal Paris White Perfect Magic White Double Whitening Day Cream, Eye Cream Review
Whoa, that’s quite a mouthful! I have been using this day cream and eye cream from the L’Oreal Paris White Perfect Range from quite some time, day cream being on and off, read below to know why.
What the Company claims: GET INSTANT PERFECTION AND DAY AFTER DAY SKIN WHITENING FROM WITHIN WITH THE REVOLUTIONARY WHITE PERFECT MAGIC WHITE DOUBLE WHITENING CREAM.
PRODUCT BENEFITS: Upon application, thousands of MAGIC BEADS melt on skin to instantly and magically brighten and even skin tone right from the 1st touch, with no BB cream effect. Apply on cleansed skin every day.
INNOVATIONS & INGREDIENTS: High concentration of MELANIN-VANISH accelerates the skin regeneration process to unload excess melanin deep in skin layers and reduce dullness and dark spots.
WHITE PERFECT MAGIC WHITE EYE CREAM
WHITE PERFECT MAGIC WHITE DOUBLE WHITENING EYE CREAM GIVES INSTANT BLUR EFFECT.
PRODUCT BENEFITS: In 5 seconds, instant blur effect, anti-dark circles, lines and bags.
Apply around the eye contour.
INNOVATIONS & INGREDIENTS: In 4 weeks, eye contour brightening with Vitamin CG and Caffeine.
MRP: Rs.599/- for 15g
Ingredients:
Both the day cream and eye cream come in this white and blue packaging, the day cream being a flat tube with a nozzle front and the eye cream being slim and round with a thin nozzle tip.
The day cream is white in color and thin and runny in texture, it spreads easily on the skin but it needs some blending as it leaves a whitish cast which looks too obvious if not blended well. The smell is not so pleasant too.
You definitely see visible brightness on the skin as soon as you apply it, but it not something permanent or that stays forever. If you read the ingredients in the image above, you see a lot of different silicones in it. Now my skin is not very sensitive and does not react easily to products but with this one, I broke out and got a lot of white heads, I had to stop using it for a few days. Then I started using it again and I broke out again 🙁 Now I have 2-3 acne scars to deal with. I am not really sure what particularly from the ingredients was triggering break outs. Coz I have used products with silicones before, maybe the combination of silicones or a particular silicone was doing it.
Till the time I used it, I can say that it does give the skin a brighter look and feel though not permanently. It is moisturising enough and there were no dry patches on the skin. I wouldn’t recommend it to sensitive skin though, for others, do give it a try if you want brighter, firmer looking skin but don’t expect permanent or long term results. You will notice a difference till the time you use it. Also, it has SPF19.
Coming to the eye cream, I love the convenient packaging and the nozzle only dispenses the required quantity. It is light yellow in color and slightly thick but easily blendable.
I target my under eye area at first, and then with some product left on the ring fingers I go over the entire eye lightly. I definitely noticed a difference in my under eye area from the time I am using it. The eye area is more moisturised, dark circles less visible and eye area is brighter. Caffeine also helps in reducing the under eye bags.
L- Eye cream, R- Day Cream
I love the eye cream and definitely recommend it, if you have dry skin and are anywhere in your late 20’s and early 30’s, it is time you start using an eye cream and invest in a good one. Even though this sounds expensive, 15g tube would last long as you need quite a tiny amount.
Overall, I would say the day cream did not work for me coz it broke me out but the eye cream is definitely worth a try!
Day Cream Rating:
Quality: 3/5 (For my skin, 2/5)
Value for money: 3/5
Availability: 3.5/5
Overall Rating: 2/5
Eye cream Rating:
Quality: 3.75/5
Value for money: 3.75/5
Availability: 3.5/5
Overall Rating: 3.75/5
Would I buy it again: The eye cream
Have you checked out the new L’Oreal Paris White Perfect Magic White Range yet?
