Product Review: Oshea Herbals UVShield Mattifying 5 in 1 SPF 40 Sunblock Cream & Oshea UVShield Sunblock Gel with SPF-20

One of the easiest way to protect your skin from tanning and premature ageing due to exposure to sun is by using good quality sunscreen. From ever so confusing pool of products available these days, all claiming to be the perfect shield for even the most sensitive skin, TDD was left confused about what should be our first pick.

Oshea Herbals UVShield Mattifying 5 in 1 SPF 40 Sunblock Cream

Oshea UVShield Sunblock Gel with SPF-20

With much excitement, we chose two products from the same brand. The SPF 40 from Oshea Herbals… or to be precise, OSHEA Herbals UVShield  Mattifying 5 in 1 SPF 40 Sunblock Cream.. phew! & Oshea UVShield Sunblock Gel with SPF-20.

Oshea Herbals UVShield  Mattifying 5 in 1 SPF 40 Sunblock Cream	Oshea UVShield Sunblock Gel with SPF-20
CLAIMS
This 5-in-1 daily sun block cream provides long-lasting protection against harmful UVA & UVB rays.	An oil free uvscreen gel made with ext. of porphyraumbilicalis a natural U.V. protection factor, vertiver, aloevera, carrot, cucumber & chamomile is ideal for specially in hot and humid weather.
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS
Aloe Vera – Excellent Moisturizing & skin healing properties. Cucumber-Soothing and cooling effect.Absorbs excess oil. Licorice Extracts- Suppresses production of melanin ,Wheatgerm Oil-Nourishing.	Chamomile Extract- Moisturizing, anti-inflammatory & soothing. Carrot Extract- Rich in vitamin A, rejuvenating & antioxidant properties.
PACKAGING
Like most of the sun-blocks available, this product comes in a typical yellow colour tube packaging with a flip-top lid. It is easy to use and convenient for travelling.	The gel based product comes in attractive see through yellow and orange tube. Again, the tube comes with flip-top cap. No spillage/leakage, perfect for travelling.
DIRECTION
Apply evenly on face, neck and other exposed parts of the body before exposure to sun. Cream will not easily get washed off with water or sweat. However, reapply after swimming or excessive perspiration. Suitable for Normal to oily skin.	Apply this gel evenly on face, neck & other sun exposed parts of the body. Suitable for normal to oily skin.
PRODUCTS
This product can without doubt be used as your regular BB cream with its light texture and slightly pink-beige tinge. Upon application the product gets easily absorbed into the skin, leaving matte finish and even tone making a perfect base for make-up. Its non-greasy formula ensures a shine-free, light and clean feel. The pack comes in 60gm& 120gm and is priced at Rs. 180/- (8% off)& Rs. 245 (17% off) on company website (www.osheaherbals.com). It has a mild pleasant fragrance, doesn’t overpower, applies easily, and spreads well. Unlike other sunscreens at this range of SPF, this product is non-greasy, does not give you patchy white look and with an SPF value of 40 it does a great job at sun-blocking.	The orange colour gel product is water based, non-sticky thus suitable for oil skin, especially in humid weather when your skin tends to get sticky. The product needs to be massaged into the skin for better absorption. The pack comes in 120 gm and is priced at Rs. 180/- (8% off) on company website ( www.osheaherbals.com). It has a mild natural fragrance. Applies easily and spreads evenly.
VERDICT
With SPF 40, light texture and pink tinge, this product is the perfect answer to your BB cream for the summer.	With non-sticky gel formula, that absorbs effectively into the skin, the SPF 20 is a great option for the ones who don’t plan to be out much in summer, or for early morning walks and evening strolls.
TDD LIKED
Great value for money Light texture Non-greasy & matte finish Attractive packaging	Great Value for money Non-sticky Water based Attractive packaging
TDD DIDN’T LIKE
We once tried it just before going for a swim and noticed the product couldn’t stand the deal. Perhaps, it is essential for a sun-bock to be atleast light greasy to sustain in chlorine treated water, and that is where we think this product might not be of a great choice.	It needs to be massaged for few second for better adsorption.
TDD loved
Its dual performance- as a sun block and as an everyday make-up base.	Transparent gel ensure there are no typical sunblock patches.
Rating
5/5	3/5