LYCOPENE FOR SKIN

New research on lycopene, a unique carotenoid, has shown it has an ability to defend against some of the factors of skin aging.

Topical application of lycopene combats age-causing free radicals and assists in metabolic functions related to growth and repair.

Lycopene: A Protective Antioxidant Compound

Lycopene belongs to a general group of more than 600 fat-soluble plant compounds known ascarotenoids. Lycopene is also classified as a carotene, which gives many fruits and vegetables their bright yellow, red, and orange color.Aside from performing vital functions during photosynthesis, carotenes are also important free radical scavengers that protect the organism from overexposure to damaging UV-light. Lycopene's antioxidant and UV-blocking capabilities naturally make it a valuable weapon in the battle against aging skin.

Tomatoes are lycopene-rich, which means they are loaded with the most powerful antioxidant out there. For an overall treatment, mash up the pulp and juice of a tomato, and apply to a clean face. Let it sit for 15 minutes or till dry, and wash with warm water.

Lycopene Sources

Some of the fruits and vegetables rich in lycopene include pink grapefruit, papaya, wolfberry, goji, and tomatoes. For the vast majority of people, the most common dietary sources of lycopene remains tomatoes, tomato-based sauces, juices, and ketchup.

It should be noted that eating raw tomatoes provides only a small amount of bioavailable lycopene. This is because the lycopene in raw tomatoes is tightly bound to indigestible fiber that prevents much of the nutrients from being absorbed by your body.On the other hand, cooked tomato products such as tomato paste or tomato sauce, are a much better source of dietary lycopene. As far as the health of your skin is concerned, even eating cooked tomatoes may not deliver sufficient lycopene to your skin. After ingestion, lycopene is eventually released into your lymphatic system and distributed throughout your whole body. Unfortunately, it is mostly deposited in fat-rich organs like your adrenal glands, colon, and liver. In the end, only a small fraction of the lycopene you eat ever reaches your skin.

PONDS WHITE BEAUTY PINKISH GLOW WHITENING CREAM (with lycopene+pro vit B3)

My thoughts:
Color: white
Smell: Pleasant, subtle
consistency: light (simillar to Fair & Lovely cream ,if you have used that)
Texture: Soft , not greasy at all.

Totally gets absorbed in the skin.Matte finish.
Whitening: Not sure.But than .. i wasn't using it for that purpose.
Verdict: I like it:) A good cream/moisturizer for the heat in Pakistan.
Would i recommend it?
Totally.Its good,Easily availible ?So if you are sick of spending big bucks on high end brands or cant afford them or even looking for something new to try.This is it.