In India, beauty rituals are almost a cultural thing. We all rely on our mom’s tried and tested products and our dadi’s gharelu nuske. Long before the Indian beauty market was flooded with new brands and a variety of products, women kept it simple with a few homegrown names. The only difference, the products we used as a child in the 90s are still part of our beauty routine in some small way. Why? Because they are so damn good! Here is a list to take a trip down the memory lane and update our collection while we are at it!

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This brand has been a trusted companion for all our harsh winters and sweaty summers. Miraculously, it works for all seasons. From being teenagers and carrying these in tin cans to school till our adulthood when the Nivea lotion became a fave…it has been in our lives forever. it also makes for a great stretch marks cream for adolescents and new moms!

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This wonder product is quite the multi-tasker, doubling up as a moisturising cream and offering low-to-mild coverage. Our teenage hearts couldn’t believe it! The fool-proof formula of this cult product has remained relevant even today, with the product offering great benefits for its price range. Pond’s was the OG player in the BB cream market and at one point was the best bb cream in India!

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This cult product has been handed down through generations- even our grandmoms have used it. The pure turmeric cream understood the need for organic skincare way before it became a thing. Our mothers have used it as a tan removal cream and we can attest to it working like a charm. Super functional on issues like acne, blemishes infections, this antiseptic cream never gets old!

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From their facial kits to sunscreens, Lotus Herbals have been widely loved and trusted by Indian women. The brand has also enjoyed the distinction of being the best sunscreen for oily skin. We personally love their sun safe matte gel for a flawless shine-free complexion!

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