My favorite for this purpose is Pond's Cold Cream, although last time I went to purchase all the stores were out of it and I had to get Jergens. Hi, I'm from the Philippines and I used to use the Pond's Original Daily Moisturizer to moisturize my face since I was 20, used it for about 15 years until they stopped making it. I just like how the moisturizer feels on my face, if nothing else. I'm thinking at some point it may have been called cold cream and I didn't notice the switch? I'll have to look it up soon! Victoria Lynn (author) from Arkansas, USA on September 04, 2013: Thanks, Angela, for that input. Victoria Lynn (author) from Arkansas, USA on January 15, 2017: When a was a teenager sporting the teenage acne, yes not pimples, but acne..Ponds cold cream cleared me up truly. Everything your skin wants, nothing it doesn’t. Faith Reaper from southern USA on September 03, 2013: Yes, I remember seeing both the Pond's Cold Cream and that pink Oil of Olay bottle growing up that my mother used. But the whipping cream is so effective, which makes up for the bother! The Cold Cream with the green lid is for removing makeup, the dry skin cream with the blue lid is for moisturizing. I have dry skin and it looks like it's catching up already, I'm now 44. I am surprised that Mary Kay is hard on the skin. They must have been out of the dry skin cream. Thanks for sharing. The Jergens works, but I find it too oily for eye areas. Glad you enjoyed the hub! I think I'm going to try the whipping cream. Now I'm using the one with the blue cap. Question: I find Pond's cold cream feels soothing to the skin as a moisturizer; calming in fact! Yep, I remember the pink Oil of Olay bottle, too. Victoria Lynn (author) from Arkansas, USA on September 11, 2013: Eiddwen from Wales on September 11, 2013: Victoria Lynn (author) from Arkansas, USA on September 06, 2013: Faith--I have only been writing one or two bubbles per day. There's a problem loading this menu right now. So, I just make sure my makeup has a good SPF in it, plus I believe the moisturizer has it in it too, if I am not mistaken. I use something lighter in the summer. It still brings in some money, so that's okay. I don't know. It's something I'm going to look into. Still using decades later. Vitamin B3 is an ingredient known to reduce skin discolorations. But what works, is what one should do! I'll take that any day! sigh. This is my exfoliation method these days. I would think the lemon and sea salt might be harsh on some skin. I use it morning, night, and always after a shower or rinsing my face. Oh, and the cost? So did the on ein blue used to be called Ponds Original Daily Moisturizer? Oh, I may need extra for the hubby too : ). Victoria Lynn (author) from Arkansas, USA on September 05, 2013: DzyMsLizzy--Maybe you have enough natural oils then. See you over there soon, I hope. Of course, to produce steam takes boiling water, which can be a bit harsh. A WOMAN was left in a coma after being poisoned by her Pond’s face cream. But the trade-off between modest results and growing expense convinced me it wasn't worth it, and could even be making more problems, as well as doing minimal good, while exhausting my budget. So the terry cloth wash and dry serves that function now. I hope that doesn't hurt me in the long run. That's another story. I don't mind the wrinkles so much, but I don't like the dryness, and I love how my face feels when I use it. Voted up ++++. but i agree milk products do moisturize very well - esp. Victoria Lynn (author) from Arkansas, USA on November 26, 2013: bethperry--I noticed that, too, with Ponds. i've tried cream in the past (milk cream as above) and hate the smell it leaves on my skin. It really brought back memories. It went on easily enough, with it's thin, creamy texture. That sold me. Ruchira from United States on September 03, 2013: I love pond's cream and even use it today. What one does at 22 may not serve at 35, which may not serve at 49, and so on. But I don't believe in being so cautious that dead skin cells build up, clogging the pores and looking dull! in a pot of water, but that became a little too 'much' for it, too. I wonder if there was a name change at some point? I have used it for cleansing before. Love it! It is quite a bit thicker than Oil of Olay, and it feels great. I have no scarring either. Yes, I do still use the whipping cream as a face cleanser and makeup remover. My skin looks good on my 50 year old mug. so guess what? LOL......and as long as we're bragging.....When people find out I'm a 65 year old Great Gram.....they literally call me a LIAR! Is Pond's Cold Cream safe to use every day (moisturizer, face)? Victoria Lynn (author) from Arkansas, USA on September 03, 2013: mpropp--I would think that using anything would help--unless it's just not good for your skin! My brother started using the cream years ago and loves it! :-). (I miss you, Grandma!) Have a great week! #pondscream #ponds #pondscoldcreamHi friend, Today I am going to share with you a ponds white beauty cold cream for winter. Nellieanna Hay from TEXAS on September 03, 2013: Victoria, that advice from the M.K. Pond's Cold Cream is an ideal fit for drier skin types, because it's packed with 50 percent moisturizer. Customers who bought this item also bought. I've tried different things, and I just don't like the texture and feel of other cold creams. Pond's Cold Cream Cleanser 3.5 oz. Faith Reaper from southern USA on September 05, 2013: 5 bucks ... cannot beat that for sure! Pond’s superstar cold cream is in balm form to cleanse and remove makeup. My mother had lovely skin. Also, Oil of Olay seems to be a winner - whenever I see an older lady with great skin I ask what they use and usually it's Ponds or Olay. However, at the time, it cleared out built-up impurities in my pores, and they've remained clear ever since, using other good skin care habits. Regardless of whether or not I would wash my face, I would still slather on that moisturizer at night after a quick splash of water. I bought it as a cleanser to supplement the cleanser I've used since the late 1970s: dairy whipping cream and plenty of clear water rinse. I think that is the key, the "micro-sculpting" part. It didn't take long until that feel of Pond's became my friend. I don't know if Pond's is the thing to credit. I have tried many others since it went out of production, but nothing has ever compared. I didn't realize I could just use it as a moisturizer, how silly of me. I don't take the best care of my skin (I do the moisturizer pretty religiously), but I do have the genetics going for me, so that's awesome. I love the old commercials, too! I accidentally got the green lidded one once when wanting the moisturizer. Thank you for sharing! Patricia Scott from North Central Florida on October 02, 2013: I like Ponds. It melts away all traces of your toughest makeup, while infusing skin with vital hydration. In college? Angela Blair from Central Texas on September 03, 2013: I, too, am a Ponds fan -- BUT a couple of years ago found a somewhat "miracle" for dry skin -- safflower oil! Pond's Cold Cream Honey & Milk Protein Face Cream 55 ml Free Shipping. The one I now use is about the same price of approximately $26.00. At any rate, my little jar of Pond's lasts a long time. Beth Perry from Tennesee on November 24, 2013: I use a moisturizer several times a day, though only need a cold cream when removing make-up. I've carried it upstairs in a cooler in the past, but it's just as easy to do it downstairs. I have never been loyal to any brand, however, switching frequently and trying new things. Why shouldn't men also use moisturizer? Let me know if you try it! Voted up. I use the Jergens in the mornings and Pond's at night. History. I look the way I look and if that displeases anyone, they are free to look away. From your photo, your trial and error over the years seems to have worked for you, too! 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Pond's Cream was invented in the United States as a patent medicine by pharmacist Theron T. Pond (1800–1852) of Utica, New York, in 1846. There was also a time when my skin benefitted from steaming with chamomile leaves from my herb garden. Even at 22, my skin tended to be somewhat dry. Jergen's All-Purpose Face Cream--It has pretty packaging, don't you think? How different is the Cold Cream as leave-on moisturizer from other Ponds products I see in the US - the Dry Skin Cream and the Crema S? i had to wash and wash and wash! I did buy the Cold Cream cleanser at one time and did leave it on. Here's how I decided on the best moisturizer to use. Pond's Rejuveness Anti-wrinkle Cream Day and Night 7oz (200gr) Pond's Rejuvecedora Contra-las Arrugas De Dia Y Noche 7oz (200gr). I pay only about 5 bucks for the little jar of Pond's. bah... right now un-natural for me because no complaints from the boyfriend and my sheets don't end up smelly... they also do with the olive oil after a while :( all these natural oils go rancid. my last batch of home-made cold cream isn't as moisturizing! Yes, Noxzema is very refreshing! Sure, they age more gracefully--dadgum them!--but Pond's helps them to maintain their youthful appearance longer. The Cold Cream from Ponds will … Goodness knows, I sold a lot of it to my customers, in good faith. I'd been using the whipping cream all along so, for the rest of my routine I turned to other do-it-myself things, including things from my own herb garden and fridge, such as actual avocado, banana, lemon, and even went back to oatmeal masks I'd used as a teen. Having said all of that, you have placed that thought of Pond's Cold Cream in my head, and I am going to get some and try it again. I did this for several years, & it was a beneficial exfoliator, but eventually I realized when it was no longer best for my skin. You sold me Victoria. And it moisturizes? Carefully created for your skin, Pond’s Clarant B3 Dark Spot Correcting Cream Normal to Oily Skin is a perfect daily moisturizer … epbooks--It's never too late to start. haha! Amazon.co.uk: ponds cold cream Select Your Cookie Preferences We use cookies and similar tools to enhance your shopping experience, to provide our services, understand how customers use our services so we can make improvements, and display ads. Very useful hub here and really fun to read as to the extras included. After tissuing, I rinse repeatedly with warm water, followed by several cool water rinses, then dry vigorously with a clean white terry washcloth. The author mentioned that this was one of Cleopatra's beauty secrets. But yes, it does require some planning, though - no question about that, which was why I got the Ponds to use when it was really inconvenient. Thanks for reading and sharing your thoughts! I love Ponds Cold Cream, but I use it to take off my makeup. Formulated with Vitamin B3, this POND’S® dark spot correcting cream, evens skin tone in 2-4 weeks and diminishes the appearance of dark spots in 4 weeks. I'm trying to use it up so I can go back solely to my Pond's Cold Cream. This content is accurate and true to the best of the author’s knowledge and is not meant to substitute for formal and individualized advice from a qualified professional. :-). !...LOL.....UP+++Bubbles to yews! Wrinkles. Save 5% more with Subscribe & Save. That was the only time I used it, though. It was wrinkles, my friend. I was a Mary Kay Director in the 1980s and, of course, used the products. Clean, soft, glowing skin – all in one step! I use the Dry Skin Cream with the blue cap, but I did at one time buy the one with the green cap (on accident, I think), and I did leave it on as it was very moisturizing. Then as the years went on, I would try different things. which he discovered could heal small cuts and other ailments. I'm not good at drinking enough water to hydrate the skin. I used Oil of Olay for years until I visited my grandmother in the nursing home. After I left home, I would try a variety of moisturizers, and would always go back to Pond's Cold Cream and sometimes the Oil of Olay. Suzie from Carson City on October 07, 2013: My mother used Ponds & Jergens & Lanolin & Rosewater.....so, my sister and I did too, for years. now i'm using the doctor bronner's sal suds which is also a detergent. And another positive for me is that Pond's can be purchased in Peru. Still have not had a chance to get over there yet to write anything. It needs to be removed before it thickens, by tissuing it off. I don't see that one on the shelves here. I wonder if it used to be. At home, I clean my face with it in the downstairs bathroom, close to the kitchen. I sort of prefer to think of my method as trial and sensitive awareness. Remembering the wonderful texture and smell of the moisturizer, I bought a jar and have been using it lately for a night cream and moisturizer. So are you using the whipping cream now? I don't wear much makeup, though, so maybe the effect aren't too bad. No--great gram! Leave Your Skin Hydrated, Confident, and Smooth. Pond's was more expensive than Oil of Olay when I started using it, but it was totally worth it. I think I'll just stick to my Ponds since it works so well. I can't believe someone only started using creams in her 30's. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in. I've changed my products and methods by being aware of how my skin responds as it changes over the years. But I am sharing this with my family who does use such creams on a regular basis. Elizabeth Parker from Las Vegas, NV on September 03, 2013: Thank you for sharing! If it's late, I might even skip a nighttime application, but I don't miss the ones after my morning shower. Right there, being only in my twenties, I decided it was time to make the switch from Oil of Olay to Pond's Cold Cream. The Cold Cream is basically a moisturizer and makeup remover hybrid—you just slather it on your makeup-filled face and wipe it off. But--I don't care! Victoria Lynn (author) from Arkansas, USA on March 26, 2016: Kimberleyclarke--I love Pond's! Then it became clear! Thanks for all the great comments! It also has a good pH balance, with the lactic acid in it and it's moisturizing, too. Thank you for watching! I have some Jergens that was majorly discounted, so I bought it a while ago. I agree that Jergens is too oily, really, but it's okay. ;-). That's my policy and I do think it's worked well! Nellieanna--You have so many great tips.