Name: pearl cream
Brand: POND'S
Rating: 2.7 (83 reviews)

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pearl cream

Hard to Apply

Feels Stiff When Applying

Causes Allergic Reactions

Irritating

Feels Harsh on Skin

Not Moisturizing

Pills on Skin

Boosts Radiance

Improves Skin Tone

Has a Brightening Effect

A Little Goes a Long Way

Pleasant Scent

Adds Glow

Improves Complexion

The application is terrible, so don't expect to use it as a base. However, if you're only looking at its brightening function, it's good.

I don't use it as a base (since it doesn't apply smoothly), but I do apply it when I'm at home or going out for a quick errand. To be honest, it does have a whitening effect, which is why I love it.

진주크림

The texture is almost solid, so it doesn't absorb well. Even an hour after application, it just sits on the skin. When I applied it, I could feel there were some questionable ingredients. After using it, I experienced blemishes and my skin condition worsened. It doesn't work well with other skincare products either. If you apply it after your basic skincare routine, it doesn't blend well with either hydrating or cream formulas. Using it alone isn't great either, as the texture feels like a mud mask. I bought it because it contains pearl, but I can't see any effects, and I'm worried it might make my skin worse. There's a saying that Southeast Asian whitening products are good, but I found domestic brightening products to be far superior. This is the first time I've written such a long negative review, but despite its popularity, it's really disappointing. As a side note, I bought many other famous Southeast Asian cosmetics, and they were all equally disappointing. The ingredients are not good, and the effects are mediocre. Almost all products contain DMDM Hydantoin, a potentially carcinogenic preservative.

I'm not sure about any specific advantages. I bought it as a must-have souvenir from Southeast Asia, but personally, I can't find any notable benefits besides its fame.

1. Make sure to exfoliate well before using! It really highlights dead skin cells.

2. The absorption could be better. You need to spread it multiple times, which is quite tedious.

3. If you have any uneven skin texture or blemishes, avoid using this as it will accentuate them!

4. It leaves the skin feeling very dry.

Great for brightening the complexion! It quickly gives your skin a radiant glow.

Unless one has perfect skin, there will be some wrinkles or pores that show. And when applying, fingerprints are visible, so melting and applying it... For some reason, I don't feel like applying it to my face. It gives a sense of impending breakouts...

When applied, the skin becomes smooth
Purchasing from overseas is extremely affordable
The scent is pleasant

Let's just skip buying and using this one

* The ingredients list is disappointing
* There are many brightening moisturizers with zinc that have better formulations
* Application is terrible unless you warm it up with your fingertips first (this is typical for zinc products, so not necessarily a flaw of this specific one)

* Can be used as a base (for brightening and zinc content)
* Small and lightweight, making it convenient for travel
* Even after 5 days of use, no blemishes appeared on my combination dehydrated and super sensitive skin

For best results, blend it with your favorite emulsion before applying.

It's quite challenging to apply. The inconvenience of having to mix it with an emulsion is a drawback.

Despite the small amount, it lasts longer than expected. With consistent use, you'll notice a brightening effect on your complexion.

Since I have blemish-prone skin with some texture and visible pores, you can see the product settling into these areas. It's also extremely drying. When you apply it, your skin feels smooth, but it's similar to how powder makes your skin feel soft yet dehydrated at the same time. Honestly, I'm not confident going bare-faced, so even when wearing a mask, I usually rely on products like brightening moisturizers, makeup bases, or brightening sunscreens. However, this product is too drying to use on its own and doesn't absorb well. It might work better if combined with an oil or other skincare products, but that's not easy to do either.

As a brightening moisturizer, it does give you a lighter complexion. You'll definitely notice how it evens your skin tone when applied. The fragrance is lovely too - it has this wonderful, rich powder scent that I really enjoyed.

Ambiguity about when to apply - unsure if it's best suited for nighttime or daytime use due to its ingredients

Incredible value for money, offering luxury-like benefits at a budget-friendly price of just a few dollars

For those who find it difficult to spread evenly due to its thick consistency, try applying it over your moisturizer. This will make it much easier to smooth on!

So far, I haven't experienced any blemishes, which is good. However, looking at the list of potential allergens, I noticed a few ingredients that concern me... It's a bit disappointing. If only the ingredients were better, this would be a five-star product for sure.

I bought this after seeing it on a must-buy list for Cebu, Philippines trips. The fragrance is truly delightful! At first, I was taken aback by the thick, stiff texture of the product, but you get used to it as you apply. While I haven't seen dramatic results yet, I've noticed that when I wake up in the morning, my complexion looks more even and less blotchy. Surprisingly, it doesn't leave my skin feeling dry or tight after application, which is great!

Since this product doesn't have a runny consistency, the puff doesn't absorb too much of it! Apply it by patting the puff all over your skin to help it adhere evenly. It really makes your makeup look flawless. It's also decent as a makeup base.

I bought 4 of these in the Philippines, but it still didn't feel like enough. There's a reason why people buy 10 at a time - it's no exaggeration to say you can use up a whole container in a week!

The packaging feels flimsy. It's like it could break at any moment. That's why I've transferred the product into a separate container for use.

There's a slight issue with it settling into fine lines. After smiling or making expressions, I noticed it had creased around my nose. Sigh...

I found this really convenient for touch-ups. Its compact size made it easy to carry in my makeup pouch without taking up too much space!

The brightening effect was so natural. I've always experienced some darkening with other whitening creams, but this was the only product that didn't cause that issue. I loved it!

I feel like this product would work well for both oily and dry skin types. As someone with dry skin, I appreciated how it adhered to my skin with a rich feel, yet without being sticky. It's truly a well-formulated product! Despite its texture, it didn't pill or separate on my skin.

Make sure to cleanse thoroughly after use.

It doesn't have much whitening effect. The ingredients are more focused on sun protection (including talc).

This is a sunscreen, not a whitening cream. It contains pearl powder, giving it a subtle, luminous glow.

It's a bit disappointing that the amount is quite small. I wanted to buy it online, but I couldn't find it anywhere, which is a shame.

I haven't tried the matte white Pond's cream, but I received the pink cream in the silver container as a gift. Honestly, I can feel my skin becoming so hydrated! Even my boyfriend noticed that after applying it, my face looks brighter and has this glow to it, haha!

I'm not sure if it actually whitens the skin. Somehow it feels quite artificial, almost chemical. It doesn't seem very healthy for the skin.

It applies with a matte, white finish. The pearl pigments give it a subtle aurora-like glow.

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pearl cream

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