Neutrogena's Ultrasheer Complete UV Moisture

Neutrogena launches the Ultra Sheer Complete UV Moisture powered with Helioplex Technology coupled with a moisturizing formula

Feels Like Nothing On, Protects Like Nothing Else!

Brand Ambassador Prachi Desai unveils the revolutionary product!

 Mumbai, 10^th April 2012-   Adding yet another revolutionary sun care product to its existing range of superior broad spectrum sun protection range - Ultrasheer,  Neutrogena®  the world’s leading brand of Dermatologist Recommended skincare products, launched the Ultrasheer Complete UV Moisture. This sunscreen is powered by Neutrogena’s pathbreaking and patented Helioplex™ technology coupled with the added benefit of a superior moisturization formula.

The very charming Prachi Desai, Brand Ambassador, Neutrogena® was present at the Neutrogena®  boutique to launch the aesthetically pleasing and scientifically advanced Ultrasheer Complete UV Moisture while she also shared her skincare tips for the torrid summer months. Offering insights on being sun safe was also Dr Geetanjali Shetty, Consultant Dermatologist, who busted myths surrounding sun damage, various skin woes during the summer and shared expert advice on the do’s and don’ts for superior long lasting sun protection, especially in the summer months.

Commenting on the launch of the Ultrasheer Complete UV Moisture, Mr Manoj Gadgil, General Marketing Manager, Johnson & Johnson India said, “At Neutrogena we believe that‘Healthy Skin is Beautiful skin’. We always pursue the same across all our products as well as awareness and education programs.  We highly value the fact that dermatologists recommend our products for improving overall skin health. The scientifically advanced Ultrasheer range with the patented Helioplex™ technology that provides long lasting UVA/UVB protection is no such exception. It offers holistic sun protection to your skin all through the year. Keeping in mind the skin’s  specific requirements in the humid summers, The Ultrasheer Complete UV Moisture, not only offers superior sun protection but also great moisturization, all in the same product.”

In conjunction with the existing best selling Ultrasheer range, the Ultrasheer Complete UV Moisture is also stabilized with patented Helioplex™ that works like an invisible shield offering protection from skin darkening and signs of premature ageing, whilst helping to limit and neutralize free radical damage. Additionally, the non greasy moisturizing formula protects against dehydration offering the necessary dual protection in the summers from sun damage and dehydration, resulting in a complete shine free finish, dispensing away the need to apply multiple products to protect your skin.

Talking about the need for long lasting sun safety, Brand Ambassador Prachi Desai said, “The scorching summer months wreck havoc with the skin, thus the need for sun protection is even more pertinent now! Since I’m outdoors shooting most of the time, I always apply Neutrogena’s Ultrasheer Dry Touch sunblock in addition to taking other precautions to protect my skin. With the launch of the Ultrasheer Complete UV Moisture, now I’m not only sun ready but also my skin doesn’t feel dehydrated and coarse, thanks to the moisturization formula ,which is light weight and non greasy, leaving my skin soft, non shiny and sun safe! What’s more I can even wear it under make up without having to worry about greasiness and clogged pores!”

Keeping in mind the sub tropical Indian climate, the entire Ultra sheer range is formulated specifically for the Indian skin. Dermatologists love to recommend Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Suncare range because it can help get higher compliance from their patients, due to the formula’s beautiful aesthetics. This may well be one of the many reasons that Neutrogena is the #1 Dermatologist recommended suncare brand!

 Now, there’s no reason not to use sun protection! Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Complete UV Moisture gives you the very best, broad-spectrum sun protection in a non-greasy, lightweight formulation. So light, it can even be worn under makeup. Now that’s protection that is strong on the sun, yet feels light on your skin!

The Ultra Sheer sun care range is priced at:

Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock SPF 50	30ml	Rs.150
Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock SPF 50	88ml	Rs 499
Ultra Sheer Body Mist SPF 30	147g	Rs.600
Ultra Sheer Complete UV Moisture SPF 50	30Ml	Rs 349

Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Sun Care range is available across retail outlets as well as at Neutrogena’s flagship store at Grand Galleria mall, Phoenix Mills, Lower Parel, Mumbai. Neutrogena products can also be purchased online at www.neutrogena.in.

Get Ready to Face the Sun : Lakme Sun Expert Fairness + UV Lotion SPF 30 PA+

Earlier I had posted about Lakme announcing the launch of Sun Expert Range HERE. I have been very obsessed on using sunscreens since past few years. But somehow, Surprisingly over all these years I have never used a sunscreen from LAKME !! Yes m surprised as well  - I always had my cousins and brother get me sunscreen bottles from UK and "Soltan" was my favorite. 

So after this summer after emptying my 3 or 4 th Soltan sunscreen I was left with nothing till the Sun Expert Range Kit from Lakme arrived and the first thing I tested out from the kit which arrived was Lakmé Sun Expert Fairness + UV Lotion SPF 30 PA+. 

Let's see how this product fared -- 

Product:Lakmé Sun Expert Fairness + UV Lotion SPF 30 PA+. 

Price and Quantity: 179 INR for 50 Ml, 250 INR for 100ml.  

Claims:

•   Broad spectrum UV protection, keeping your skin looking fresh and oil-free.
•   PA+ shields the skin from the harmful UVA rays.
•   SPF 30 protects the skin from UVB rays.
•   Lightweight, non- oily sunscreen with mineral clay  for superior oil control and              vitamin rich ingredients such as cucumber and lemon grass extracts to protect the skin and correct past skin blemishes.
• Regular usage makes your skin many shades lighter.

 First Look at the Product: 

The lotion comes in a bright yellow tube like packaging which has a flip cap at the top. The flip cap shuts firmly hence it is a travel friendly product.  The lotion tends to accumulate after constant usage near the mouth which can be messy at times.

My Experience with the Product: 

There are two versions of this sunscreen - One meant for normal to dry skinned and other for oily skin. I tried using both. 

For normal to dry skin - 

The sunscreen meant for normal to dry skin is white in color and the texture of the cream is bit thicker. The white lotion has a pleasant lemon grass and bit floral scent which tends to linger on for a while. 

The thing with this lotion is that it leaves a whitish cast when you spread it onto your skin.. you have to be quick otherwise it becomes quite difficult to blend the cream into your skin.

After a quick thorough blending, the cream does leave a hint of whitish cast which disappears within few minutes as the cream is soaked into your skin. 

The lotion gives a subtle glow to your skin which is fine ... as for the claims of "fairness" is involved I don't see any difference yet.

The lotion moisturizes my skin quite well - I dont need a separate body moisturizer if I use this sunscreen. 

The SPF in this  lotion is perfect for me since I venture out in mornings when the heat is not that much. I would suggest SPF 50 or higher if you are to go out in the sun during afternoons. 

So far I have not experienced any tanning which is great.  

For Oily Skin - 

The lotion meant for oily skinned is very different from that meant for normal to dry skin. 

The cream meant for oily skinned is peach- ish orange in color and it is little light weight and runny in consistency compared to that for normal skin. 

I used this cream on my face - and I found that this cream does not leave a heavy duty whitish cast as the one for normal skinned one did. 

The cream is very easy to blend and is easily  soaked into your skin. 

The moment it sinks into your skin - it leaves a subtle glow to my skin - which is okay. It does not however work best in keeping your skin matte looking and oil free for hours. 

The scent of this lotion is different from that meant for normal skinned - It chiefly smells of lemongrass but that floral smell is missing. 

I had to stop using this cream on my face after a while as it broke me out. 

Love it or Chuck it ?

It is a decent product - I went on using the cream meant for normal to dry skinned as it suited me much better. 

Please note - The product was sent by the company's PR for consideration.

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