# Pond's skincare

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/pond-s

The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for Canada.

Pond's is an American skincare brand founded in 1846 and owned by Unilever PLC since 1986.

[unilever.com](https://www.unilever.com/news/press-and-media/press-releases/2023/unilever-to-sell-elida-beauty-business-to-yellow-wood-partners/) [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chesebrough_Manufacturing_Company) [ponds.com](https://www.ponds.com/arabia/en/faq.html) [happi.com](https://www.happi.com/breaking-news/unilevers-elida-beauty-sold-to-yellow-wood-partners/)

Pond's is celebrated for its soothing moisturizers, nourishing [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/serum), and gentle makeup removers, all formulated with hydrating [glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/glycerin). Its products suit dry skin and dry sensitive skin best because of these moisture-rich properties. The standout products for specific concerns include the Clarant B3 for acne-prone skin, the Cold Cream for skin with dark spots, and the Hydra Active for mature skin. Through its key ingredients, the brand delivers results supported by study findings showing that glycerin significantly increased skin hydration and restored barrier function.

- [Glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/glycerin)

This page covers some of the most popular Pond's products; for the whole Pond's range, with a fit score for every product, [use the Lovi app](https://app.pora.ai/vqqJ/j1xj2b6o?af_sub2=brand&af_sub3=selection_note&af_sub4=pgbb76770280).

### Pond's moisturizers

#### Moisturizers

- [Dry Skin Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/pond-s/dry-skin-cream/for/dry-skin) — High fit — [CA$8.48 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00BOVO2QM?tag=lovi-care-web-product01-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Crema S](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/pond-s/crema-s/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — Average fit
- [Rejuveness Anti-Wrinkle Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/pond-s/rejuveness-anti-wrinkle-cream/for/mature-skin) — Average fit
- [Hydra Active](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/pond-s/hydra-active/for/mature-skin) — High fit
- [Age Miracle Night Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/pond-s/age-miracle-night-cream/for/dry-skin) — Warning fit

### Other Pond's products

#### Other products

- [Cold Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/pond-s/cold-cream/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit — [CA$8.48 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00BOVO2ZI?tag=lovi-care-web-product01-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Clarant B3](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/pond-s/clarant-b3/for/oily-skin) — High fit

## People Say

★4.3

Overall rating based on 31.9k+ reviews

Reviewers most often praise Pond's for deep hydration, affordability, and smoothing fine lines. The most common complaints are greasy residue and breakouts.

### Highlights

- Value and affordability Mostly Mentioned “unbeatable price — Crema S” “Best bang for your buck — Dry Skin Cream” “Very worth the price and useful. — Clarant B3”
- Deeply moisturizing moisturizers Mostly Mentioned “Moisture lasts all day — Dry Skin Cream” “leaves my skin feeling deeply hydrated and smooth — Rejuveness Anti-Wrinkle Cream”
- Quick-absorbing moisturizers Mostly Mentioned “non-greasy finish — Crema S” “absorbs effortlessly into my skin without leaving a sticky feeling — Rejuveness Anti-Wrinkle Cream”
- Excellent makeup base Often Mentioned “Foundation looks natural — Dry Skin Cream” “good makeup base — Crema S”
- Strong fragrance Mostly Mentioned “Smell is too strong — Dry Skin Cream” “Definitely does have a strong floral scent to it. — Clarant B3” “Smells like grandma — Cold Cream”
- Greasy texture or residue Often Mentioned “Leaves oily film — Cold Cream” “Too greasy for day — Dry Skin Cream” “Makes my face look just a bit oily. — Clarant B3”
- Causes breakouts Often Mentioned “Broke me out — Dry Skin Cream” “Every new pimple I got, it left a spot. — Clarant B3” “Caused cystic acne — Cold Cream”

Sources: lovi.care, walmart.com, influenster.com, target.com, byrdie.com, walgreens.com, and more

## Questions and answers

### Is Pond's good for oily skin?

Yes, Pond's fits oily skin well, as Lovi rates the Pond's-focused routine Superior for oily skin. The Clarant B3 [serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/serum) is a top choice here, as Lovi rates it High for oily skin.

### Is Pond's worth it?

Yes, Pond's is worth it for shoppers seeking affordable and deeply moisturizing products, as Lovi rates the brand's routines Superior for dry, oily, and sensitive skin. Reviewers frequently mention its value and quick-absorbing moisturizers, though some note a greasy residue or strong fragrance.

[Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/)

### What are Pond's's best products?

Pond's fits dry skin, dry sensitive skin, and oily skin best with its targeted routines. Lovi rates Dry Skin Cream High for dry and dry sensitive skin, while Clarant B3 rates High for oily and acne-prone skin.

### Which Pond's moisturizer is best for dry skin?

Dry Skin Cream is the best Pond's moisturizer for dry skin, followed by Hydra Active and Crema S. Lovi rates Dry Skin Cream High for dry skin, while Hydra Active and Crema S rate Average.

### Does Pond's cause breakouts?

Reviewers report that Pond's may cause breakouts. Lovi rates the brand's moisturizers and other items anywhere from Low to High depending on the skin type, with acne-prone skin often seeing lower fit levels across most products.

### Is Pond's fragrance-free?

Not all Pond's products on this page are fragrance-free, as four of the seven products list no fragrance while others like Crema S, Hydra Active, and Age Miracle Night Cream do include it.

### What are the key ingredients in Pond's products?

[Glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/glycerin) is a key ingredient featured across the Pond's products on this page. It helps keep skin soft by supporting skin hydration and barrier function.

[Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/)

### How do I build a Pond's skincare routine?

To build a Pond's skincare routine for dry skin, start your morning with a hydrating cleanser, a gentle toner, Dry Skin Cream, and a mild sunscreen. In the evening, use Cold Cream as a pre-cleanser followed by a cleanser, a treatment serum, and Dry Skin Cream again. Once a week, add a nourishing mask into your evening routine before applying your serum and moisturizer.

### Where can I buy Pond's, and how much does it cost?

Pond's can be bought at stores in Canada, where the products on this page range from CA$8.48 to CA$8.48. Most items on the page cost between CA$8.48 and CA$8.48.

### What are good alternatives to Pond's?

CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica are good alternatives to Pond's since they also have brand pages on Lovi.

### Pond's vs CeraVe: which is better?

Pond's and CeraVe both achieve a Superior fit for dry, oily, and sensitive skin, while CeraVe achieves a Superior fit for combination and acne-prone skin compared to a High fit for Pond's. Lovi rates the Pond's-focused routine Superior for dry, oily, and sensitive skin, and High for combination and acne-prone skin.

### Who owns Pond's, and where is it from?

Pond's is an American brand founded in 1846, owned by Unilever PLC since 1986.

[unilever.com](https://www.unilever.com/news/press-and-media/press-releases/2023/unilever-to-sell-elida-beauty-business-to-yellow-wood-partners/) [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chesebrough_Manufacturing_Company) [ponds.com](https://www.ponds.com/arabia/en/faq.html) [happi.com](https://www.happi.com/breaking-news/unilevers-elida-beauty-sold-to-yellow-wood-partners/)

### Is Pond's cruelty-free?

PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list Pond's as cruelty-free.

### Is Pond's good for dry skin?

Yes, Pond's is good for dry skin because Lovi rates the Dry Skin Cream High for dry skin and the Pond's-focused routine Superior for dry skin. Glycerin helps moisturize dry skin.

[Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/)

### Is Pond's good for sensitive skin?

Pond's is a good choice for sensitive skin, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Some products like Cold Cream rate High for sensitive skin, though reviewers note that certain items may carry a strong fragrance.

### Is Pond's good for acne-prone skin?

Pond's is a mixed choice for acne-prone skin, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine High for this skin type while individual products vary widely. Clarant B3 is a strong option for oily and acne-prone skin, but moisturizers like Age Miracle Night Cream carry warnings for breakouts.

### Is Pond's good for skin with dark spots?

Pond's is a good choice for skin with dark spots because Lovi rates Clarant B3 High for skin with dark spots. [Niacinamide](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/niacinamide) helps reduce dark spots.

[The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12100180/) [Antioxidants, 2021](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34439563/)

### Is Pond's good for mature skin?

Pond's is a mixed choice for mature skin, as Lovi rates Hydra Active High, Dry Skin Cream and Clarant B3 Average, and Age Miracle Night Cream with a warning for mature skin. Reviewers often mention that the moisturizers are deeply moisturizing, though they may leave a greasy residue or cause breakouts.

## Research behind Pond's's key ingredients

- [The effect of niacinamide on reducing cutaneous pigmentation and suppression of melanosome transfer](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12100180/) Niacinamide · The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002
- [Mechanistic Basis and Clinical Evidence for the Applications of Nicotinamide (Niacinamide) to Control Skin Aging and Pigmentation](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34439563/) Niacinamide · Antioxidants, 2021
- [Topical ascorbic acid on photoaged skin. Clinical, topographical and ultrastructural evaluation: double-blind study vs. placebo](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12823436/) Sodium ascorbyl phosphate ascorbic acid · Experimental Dermatology, 2003
- [Effects of ascorbic acid on gingival melanin pigmentation in vitro and in vivo](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19186973/) Sodium ascorbyl phosphate ascorbic acid · Journal of Periodontology, 2009
- [Tailoring of Retinyl Palmitate-Based Ethosomal Hydrogel as a Novel Nanoplatform for Acne Vulgaris Management: Fabrication, Optimization, and Clinical Evaluation Employing a Split-Face Comparative Study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34211271/) Retinyl palmitate · International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2021
- [The 24-hour skin hydration and barrier function effects of a hyaluronic 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract moisturizing fluid: an intra-subject, randomized, assessor-blinded study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/) Glycerin · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- [Randomized controlled study for the anti-aging effect of human adipocyte-derived mesenchymal stem cell media combined with niacinamide after laser therapy](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33103316/) Niacinamide · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021
- [Two superior antioxidants: Ferulic acid and ascorbic acid in reducing signs of photoaging-A split-face comparative study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34877760/) Sodium ascorbyl phosphate ascorbic acid · Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
- [Structural characterization and in vivo evaluation of retinyl palmitate in non-ionic lamellar liquid crystalline system](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21411295/) Retinyl palmitate · Colloids and Surfaces. B, Biointerfaces, 2011
- [Comparison of clinical efficacies of sodium ascorbyl phosphate, retinol and their combination in acne treatment](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19134126/) Sodium ascorbyl phosphate · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2009
- [Assessment of Combined Ascorbyl Palmitate (AP) and Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (SAP) on Facial Skin Sebum Control in Female Healthy Volunteers](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27756097/) Sodium ascorbyl phosphate · Drug Research, 2017
- [A controlled, three-part trial to investigate the barrier function and skin hydration properties of six skin protectants](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16439809/) Dimethicone · Ostomy/wound Management, 2005
- [Comparative physicochemical stability and clinical anti-wrinkle efficacy of transdermal emulgel preparations of 5% sodium ascorbyl phosphate and or ascorbic acid on human volunteers](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32383548/) Sodium ascorbyl phosphate · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021
- [Influence of vitamin E acetate on stratum corneum hydration](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9706379/) Tocopheryl acetate · Arzneimittel-Forschung, 1998
- [Modulation of skin pigmentation by the tetrapeptide PKEK: in vitro and in vivo evidence for skin whitening effects](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22142309/) Sodium ascorbyl phosphate · Experimental Dermatology, 2012
- [The effect of a vitamin A palmitate and antioxidant-containing oil-based moisturizer on photodamaged skin of several body sites](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23438139/) Retinyl palmitate · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2013
- [Nanostructured Lipid Carrier Based Gel Containing α-Tocopherol and α-Tocopheryl Acetate for Synergistic Cutaneous Antiaging Efficacy](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41309687/) Tocopheryl acetate · Scientific Reports, 2025
- [Effect of an Emollient Emulsion Containing 15.0% of Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride on the Urocanic Acid of the Stratum Corneum](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37109405/) Caprylic capric triglyceride · Life, 2023
- [Safety assessment on comedogenicity of dermatological products containing d-alpha tocopheryl acetate in Asian subjects: A double-blind randomized controlled trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34471722/) Tocopheryl acetate vitamin e · Contemporary Clinical Trials Communications, 2021
- [Clinical Evaluation of a Soap-Free Cleansing Lotion Containing Sodium Cocoyl Apple Amino Acids for Effective Impurity Removal and Skin Barrier Preservation in Healthy Adults With Diverse Skin Types](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40978887/) Cetyl alcohol · Cureus, 2025
- [Dermatological Effects of a Beeswax-Pine Resin Mixture on Abdominal Skin: A Proof-of-Concept Study Supporting the Development of an Affordable Investigational Ostomy Pouching System in Low-Income Regions](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42758164/) Beeswax · Journal of Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nursing, 2026

## Pond's routines

- 93% fit: [Routine for dry skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/pond-s/skincare-routine/for/dry-skin)
- 91% fit: [Routine for oily skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/pond-s/skincare-routine/for/oily-skin)
- 89% fit: [Routine for combination skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/pond-s/skincare-routine/for/combination-skin)
- 91% fit: [Routine for sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/pond-s/skincare-routine/for/sensitive-skin)
- 89% fit: [Routine for acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/pond-s/skincare-routine/for/acne-prone-skin)
- 91% fit: [Routine for mature skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/pond-s/skincare-routine/for/mature-skin)
- 90% fit: [Routine for skin with dark spots](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/pond-s/skincare-routine/for/dark-spots)
- 92% fit: [Routine for dry sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/pond-s/skincare-routine/for/dry-sensitive-skin)
- 91% fit: [Routine for oily acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/brands/pond-s/skincare-routine/for/oily-acne-prone-skin)

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## About the Lovi Fit

Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes.

Lovi rates every product from its full ingredient list with brand-independent rules its dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind these ratings: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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