Did I survive the Den?

10/8/2015 55 Comments

Did I survive the Den?

Being in the den was a surreal experience, but once the panic subsided, I got into my stride and started telling the Dragons who I was and the reasons why I was there. Those of you that know me and who have been reading my blog for a while will know that VITILIGLOW™ is a real labour of love for me; I've turned having Vitiligo into something positive and I feel so strongly that people with the condition should have a good quality product to cover their patches evenly, if that’s what they choose to do.

Luckily, the Dragons saw this and I liked my honesty and passion for the product, which was what I wanted to achieve. Saying that, I wasn’t given an easy ride and I was asked lots of tricky questions. Luckily the prep I did paid off and I held my own. At one point I was so relaxed that I admitted that I forgot the reason why I was there!

I’m now working on a new and improved formula with a better and more accurate application method. If you wanted to register your interest for VITILIGLOW™ then keep in touch with us using the Contact Form.

I’d love to hear your thoughts from the show so please Facebook or Tweet me. If you haven't already joined in the conversation on Twitter you can use the hashtag #VitiliglowDD.

I’m so glad I survived the Den and lived to tell the tale.

Best wishes

Polly
Founder of VITILIGLOW™

55 Comments

Michelle Carpenter

9/8/2015 02:26:06 pm

Hi Polly please can I reserve the new formula vitiliglow in medium. Thanks. Are you planning on creating your own fixing spray. I use derma Color but find it a bit drying

caroline mcrae

10/8/2015 08:30:54 am

Finally, an alternative to fake tan :0 I really hope these products take off for you. One thing that would be amazing is a waterproof camoflage. I have always had to use a fake tan, but as soon as you go into the pool, it comes off. Is this something that you can look into?
Many thanks for developing a product for this condition xx

Polly link

8/9/2015 10:08:00 am

Hello Caroline, the new Vitiliglow formula is water resistant not water- proof. The skin needs to be able to breath so a completely water proof product would not be possible without causing harm to the skin. Unfortunately, swimming pools are highly chlorinated which acts as a bleach and this is why your fake tan fades. I would recommend a quick dip rather than long periods of time swimming. It's a real downside to having vitiligo I know - polly x

Polly link

8/9/2015 10:03:50 am

Hello Michelle,

You can pre-order Vitiliglow by scrolling down to the bottom of the home and shop page to fill in the pre-order form. The new vitiliglow will be smudge proof as it contains a fixer in it. No need to use a primer or fixer. I hope this of some help to you - polly x

Sue

9/8/2015 02:45:27 pm

Fantastic! Well done Polly and all the best for the future

Polly Gotschi link

25/8/2015 08:59:36 am

Hi Sue
Thanks so much for your kind wishes - I'm overwhelmed by the response and lovely messages that I have received and am looking forward to the new products arriving in the Autumn.
Best wishes
Polly Gotschi
Founder of Vitiliglow

Wiltsfoodtruck link

9/8/2015 02:47:59 pm

Hi Polly,
Just watched you on Dragons Den.
You were brilliant
It was great to see your passion for your product. Best of luck with the future and all that you put your mind too x

Linda

9/8/2015 03:23:26 pm

Hi Polly
Just saw Dragons Den too and can only echo the above comment. Well done you! Really like your website too. I am sure my friend will be interested in your product and will be passing on your details.

Polly Gotschi link

25/8/2015 09:09:40 am

Hi there
Thank you so much for your support. I have been overwhelmed by the kind words which people have sent to me. I am passionate about the product, as mine has been a very personal journey, and I want to do all I can to help people with Vitiligo.
Kind regards
Polly Gotschi
Founder of Vitiliglow

polly link

8/9/2015 10:09:22 am

Thank you for your lovely message of support - polly x

Lora

9/8/2015 02:49:51 pm

I have lived with vitiligo since I was 11, I am now 67. I have mostly just got by by ignoring it. Doctors are not interested. I wondered what you suggest for patches on my scalp. I do go out in the sun and I fancy sunshine can help. The patches do seem to get better and then new ones appear.

Polly link

8/9/2015 10:15:16 am

Hello Lora, thank you for sharing your experience of vitiligo. I stay out of the sun as it makes my patches look worse as my pigmented skin tans quite easily. I would keep the patches on your scalp covered with a hat in the sun as the white patches have no protection against the suns harmful rays - polly x

Tracey Smith

9/8/2015 02:53:36 pm

I have had vitiligo for approx ten years now and am very interested in using your product. Where can I find out more about colour matching etc please? Thanks

Polly link

8/9/2015 10:11:12 am

Hello Tracey, If you need help choosing the best shade to match your pigmented skin then please feel free to send me some pictures and I'll do my best to advise you - polly x

Kelly

9/8/2015 03:20:34 pm

Seeing your product on Dragon's Den was kind of a "FINALLY" moment for me! I'm mostly happy to live with my vitiligo as it is, it's on my hands, face and lower chest/waist area (which is always covered anyway, i'm not one for bikini's!) and it only really bothers me in the summer when it becomes more prominent. I stressed to a few commenters on twitter that I don't want to cover up because I care about others seeing my vitiligo, but more so to feel good in myself, and I probably wouldn't wear the product daily either. I am so happy to have found this product and will be getting my hands on some as soon as possible, good luck for your new partnership with Sarah! xx

polly link

8/9/2015 10:39:37 am

Thank you for your message Kelly and for sharing you experience of vitiligo. I hope Vitiliglow works as well for you as it does for me - polly x

Michael

9/8/2015 05:48:02 pm

Hi Polly,
I just watched you on Dragons Den and couldn't have been more impressed by you!
Well done on your journey so far, I hope you grow your business and continue to help people with the same condition.

Polly Gotschi link

25/8/2015 09:04:47 am

Hi Michael
Thank you so much for your comments. I have been overwhelmed by the kind words, stories and comments which I have received, and am looking forward to the new products arriving in the Autumn to help my fellow Vitiligo friends!
Many thanks
Polly Gotschi
Founder of Vitiliglow

Caroline serpell

10/8/2015 08:33:06 am

Hello Polly I have your product but being so lazy have not used it much I have had v since I was 23 now 68 it's been a long struggle not wanting to go out in the sun ,I have hardly any melanin left now but eyebrows and lashes still dark like my hair was I think you were wonderful on dragons den they all liked your pitch !!best wishes to you God bless!

Polly Gotschi link

27/8/2015 02:51:44 am

Hi Caroline
Thanks so much for your custom and support. It means a lot to me. Your best wishes really are appreciated.
Kind regards
Polly Gotschi
Founder of Vitiliglow

Natalie

10/8/2015 11:18:19 am

I would love to be informed when your new improved product is available..I have had vitiligo for over 25 years and would be great to have something easily accessible at home every day..thought you were amazing on dragons den...x

Patriciaarrish

10/8/2015 04:40:01 pm

Can you let me know details of how to apply vitiliglow

Polly Gotschi link

27/8/2015 02:56:56 am

Hi
If you click through to my YouTube link, you will see an instructional video on how to apply the product. If you have any further questions about the process after watching this, please let me know.
Kind regards
Polly Gotschi
Founder of Vitiliglow

Polly Gotschi link

27/8/2015 02:53:32 am

Hi Natalie
We will be contacting people and updating our website the minute we know when the new products will be available. Thanks so mych for your comments, Dragons' Den was certainly an experience!
Kind regards
Polly Gotschi
Founder of Vitiliglow

polly link

8/9/2015 10:35:51 am

Hello Natalie, the new stock of Vitiliglow will be delivered in the Autumn. You can pre-order by filling in the pre-order from which can be found at the bottom of the home and shop page - polly x

polly link

8/9/2015 10:42:16 am

Hello Natalie, thank you for your message. The new stock of Vitiliglow will be delivered in the Autumn - polly x

Maggie

10/8/2015 05:31:29 pm

i like the colour of skin after your spray is used. The shade of skin is lovely. your product could have much wider apeal, for people without v. Quick tan or improoving the tone of skin for a night out. You were great on Den and wish you all the best

Polly Gotschi link

27/8/2015 02:59:24 am

Hi Maggie
Thanks so much for your kind comments. I am always looking at new possibilities for Vitiliglow, and am constantly working with my team to make the products the best that they can possibly be for as many people as possible.
Kind regards
Polly Gotschi
Founder of Vitiliglow

Robert Peacock

10/8/2015 06:04:25 pm

Well done Polly on your superb pitch on Dragons Den! : ) I've had vitiligo since I was 14. Although I'm pretty comfortable with my patches now, I would have loved this in my younger years when appearance is all consuming. I want to wish you every success and I will be telling everyone.

One use I would like to know is how this products works in a nightclub under the uv lights? Would the sun block aspect prevent patches showing up?

polly link

8/9/2015 10:44:44 am

Hello Robert, thank you for your message of support. I'm not a night - clubber so not sure about UV lights sorry

Sharon

10/8/2015 10:49:16 pm

Can you tell me if this product is suitable for children also if you have excema as well ?

polly link

8/9/2015 10:48:02 am

Hello Sharon, anyone can use Vitiliglow. I don't have eczema and I wouldn't recommend that Vitiliglow is used on broken or irritated skin. I hope his of some help to you - polly

Giles

11/8/2015 06:11:30 am

Really great on Dragon's Den, well done!!

Polly Gotschi link

27/8/2015 03:01:12 am

Hi Giles
Thanks so much for your kind comment. Dragons' Den was certainly an experience I won't forget in a hurry!
Kind regards
Polly Gotschi
Founder of Vitiliglow

derek smith

13/8/2015 07:50:28 am

Hi just watched you on dragons my wife has had this all her life can we get this spay from you yet it would help her so much she has suffed just like you thank you for your time if you read this

Polly Gotschi link

27/8/2015 03:03:22 am

Hi Derek
We are expecting the new products to arrive in the Autumn. You can pre order from the shop on my website, and take advantage of free postage and packing (no payment is taken until the product is available). If you need any help with shade matching, or have any queries about the product, please do let me know.
Kind regards
Polly Gotschi
Founder of Vitiliglow

Komal Vadher

13/8/2015 08:50:38 am

Hi,

Im not sure which shade I need do you do samples? And why are all the shades not available to preorder?

Matt link

13/8/2015 04:44:45 pm

What a great story and a very endearing pitch on the Den.

Wishing you the best of luck in the future.

Polly Gotschi link

27/8/2015 03:04:55 am

Hi Matt
Thanks so much for your kind comments. I have just about recovered from the experience of Dragons' Den, and am working hard to launch the new Vitiliglow products as soon as I possibly can.
Kind regards
Polly Gotschi
Founder of Vitiliglow

16/8/2015 02:57:47 pm

Hi Polly,
As many of the others I have seen your product on Dragons den. My mum has had vitiligo for as long as I can remember, and as you are aware normal fake tan doesn't work and foundation cover ups on a whole body is impractical so I'm so pleased that you've developed something like this! I would love to purchase some for her as I think it's brilliant! Well done, and best of luck.

Polly Gotschi link

25/8/2015 08:53:07 am

Hi Lo
Thanks for your comments. The new products will be arriving in the autumn and can be ordered via our website www.vitiliglow.co.uk. There is information about which shade to use, or if you have any questions, email me and I'll do what I can to help. Thank you for your support and interest.

Kind regards
Polly Gotschi
Founder of Vitiliglow

Paul Foley

18/8/2015 04:42:55 am

Had vitiligo for over 30 years and have used various creams etc over the years but generally don't bother now - saw Dragons Den and thought I would give Vililiglo a go...it is basically a foundation and not a good one at that - for much less money I could have bought a superior foundation if I wanted to look like I had make up on - also it comes off on your clothes and the applicator leaks everywhere - nothing new and in fact overpriced and worse than alternatives - was worth a try but won't be getting again

Polly Gotschi link

19/8/2015 03:04:44 pm

Hi Paul, I'm sorry that you weren't satisfied with your purchase of Vitiliglow. I am aware that the original format had some issues with bottles leaking. The reason why I applied for investment was so that I could improve the packaging and application method. The new product will be available in an aerosol. I have also updated the formula so that it has better staying power, it will now have a fixing spray included within the product. Although I use it myself and it does last all day and stands up to a gym session, I also wanted to make sure it wouldn't rub off on clothes, which is why I've improved the formula. If you would like to contact me directly on [email protected] I would be more than happy to send you a new product to replace your leaking bottle, please just let me know which shade you would like. Best wishes, Polly

Paul Foley

23/8/2015 06:54:13 am

Polly - appreciate the reply
Have sent email as requested - will try the new product
Regards

Paul Foley

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Chris

18/8/2015 02:47:28 pm

You were brilliant in the den, polly! I'm always looking for products for my husband who has vitiligo in specific areas like you. I am desperate to get your vitiligo ow spray in Ebony as that is the perfect shade for my husband-Les. I've sent you an email and can't wait for your products in autumn. Hope you will be producing this shade. All the best!

Polly Gotschi link

19/8/2015 03:06:06 pm

Thank you all so much to everybody for commenting. I have had so many emails and good luck messages, it's taking me a while to get to everybody. I hope you are enjoying my blog and I'll be in touch with you all individually soon. Thanks, Polly

Ray Sharpe

4/9/2019 05:43:02 pm

Hi I suffer really bad with Vitiligo, I spoke to your son by accident working in a pub in Greenwich I have since ordered 3 different shades on separate occasions trying to find the right shade, I find the product absolutely brilliant but I wish there could be a deal on buying ex amount of shades as I do think the postage is really steep and makes the product quite expensive, many thanks Ray

Polly

5/9/2019 08:19:39 am

Hello Ray

Both my sons have developed vitiligo and are quit confident about talking about the condition! We do offer a bundle deal which is great value for money. You can find the details on the shop page of the website.

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