Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Farmacy Honey Halo Ultra-Hydrating Ceramide Moisturizer versus Skinfood Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Barrier Cream .
Last updated on July 18, 2023. Published on September 08, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 17 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
General Moisturizer
All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
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Ingredient Info
Farmacy Honey Halo Ultra-Hydrating Ceramide Moisturizer 41 ingredients
Skinfood Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Barrier Cream 52 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
- Hydrogenated Olive Oil Lauryl Esters
- Citrus Tangerina Peel Oil
- Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
- Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
- Boswellia Carterii Oil
- Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
- Citrus Limon Peel Oil
- Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
- Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
- Cananga Odorata Flower Oil
- Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Oil
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Farmacy Honey Halo Ultra-Hydrating Ceramide Moisturizer 41 ingredients
Skinfood Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Barrier Cream 52 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Farmacy Honey Halo Ultra-Hydrating Ceramide Moisturizer 41 ingredients
Skinfood Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Barrier Cream 52 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • C13-15 Alkane • Cetearyl Alcohol • Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate • 1,2-Hexanediol • Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-1 • Diisostearyl Malate • Xylitylglucoside • Honey Extract • Betaine • Panthenol • Hydrogenated Rapeseed Oil • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Unsaponifiables • Ceramide NP • Propolis Extract • Royal Jelly Extract • Tocopherol • Ficus Carica Fruit Extract • Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil • Glucose • Bisabolol • Xylitol • Anhydroxylitol • Cetearyl Glucoside • Triolein • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Arginine • Aroma • Hydroxyacetophenone • Xanthan Gum • Glyceryl Dioleate • Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine • Sodium Phytate • Sorbitan Isostearate • Citric Acid • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate
Propolis Extract • Water • Hydrogenated Olive Oil Lauryl Esters • Honey Extract • Royal Jelly Extract • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Cetearyl Alcohol • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate • Cyclohexasiloxane • Glycerin • Cetearyl Glucoside • Glyceryl Stearate Se • Palmitic Acid • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Panthenol • Stearic Acid • Ethylhexylglycerin • Cetearyl Olivate • Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone • Hydrogenated Lecithin • C12-16 Alcohols • Sorbitan Olivate • 1,2-Hexanediol • Ceramide NP • Lactobacillus Ferment • Saccharomyces Ferment • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate • Cetyl Alcohol • Stearyl Alcohol • Butylene Glycol • Citrus Tangerina Peel Oil • Sodium Phytate • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil • Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil • Boswellia Carterii Oil • Octyldodecanol • Lavandula Angustifolia Oil • Citrus Limon Peel Oil • Xanthan Gum • Glyceryl Citrate/Lactate/Linoleate/Oleate • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer • Glyceryl Oleate • Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil • Cananga Odorata Flower Oil • Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Oil • Glucose • Glycolipids • Glycosphingolipids • Tocopherol
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterFarmacy Honey Halo Ultra-Hydrating Ceramide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.
Skinfood Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinFarmacy Honey Halo Ultra-Hydrating Ceramide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 2.
Skinfood Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter is a plant lipid from the fruit of the Shea Tree. It is an effective skin hydrator and emollient.
Emollients help soothe and soften your skin. It does this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
Shea butter is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals, or molecules that may harm the body. It is also full of fatty acids including stearic acid and linoleic acid. These acids help replenish the skin and keep skin moisturized.
While Shea Butter has an SPF rating of about 3-4, it is not a sunscreen replacement.
Shea butter may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Butyrospermum Parkii ButterFarmacy Honey Halo Ultra-Hydrating Ceramide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 3.
Skinfood Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideFarmacy Honey Halo Ultra-Hydrating Ceramide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 4.
Skinfood Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.
Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholFarmacy Honey Halo Ultra-Hydrating Ceramide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 6.
Skinfood Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.
1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.
In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.
Farmacy Honey Halo Ultra-Hydrating Ceramide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 8.
Skinfood Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 24.
We don't have a description for Honey Extract.
Farmacy Honey Halo Ultra-Hydrating Ceramide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 12.
Skinfood Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.
Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.
lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.
Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
Learn more about PanthenolFarmacy Honey Halo Ultra-Hydrating Ceramide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 14.
Skinfood Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 16.
Ceramide NP is a type of ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP
Learn more about Ceramide NPFarmacy Honey Halo Ultra-Hydrating Ceramide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 17.
Skinfood Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 25.
Propolis Extract is also known as bee glue. It is a resinous mixture created from beeswax, bee saliva, and parts of trees.
Propolis Extract has antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, wound healing, and antioxidant properties. Studies show propolis helps fight against bacteria, viruses, and fungi. This may help with reducing acne and accelerate wound healing.
The flavonoids found in propolis extract are potent antioxidants. Antioxidants may help with reducing the signs of aging.
A study from 2020 found propolis to help reverse skin damage from UV.
Bees use propolis as a sealant to close any gaps in their hives.
speeding up new healthy cell growth.
Learn more about Propolis ExtractFarmacy Honey Halo Ultra-Hydrating Ceramide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 18.
Skinfood Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
Royal Jelly Extract comes from a secretion made by worker honeybees. This secretion is white and described as creamy.
Royal Jelly contains antibacterial, anti-aging, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Studies show Royal Jelly to contain amino acids, fatty acids, and a variety of vitamins, including Vitamin Bs. Many of these components are antioxidants, which help with anti-aging. The fatty acids in Royal Jelly make it a hydrating ingredient.
Several animal studies show Royal Jelly to boost collagen production and reduce inflammation.
The Vitamin Bs found in Royal Jelly include:
Learn more about Royal Jelly ExtractFarmacy Honey Halo Ultra-Hydrating Ceramide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 19.
Skinfood Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolFarmacy Honey Halo Ultra-Hydrating Ceramide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 20.
Skinfood Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 52.
Glucose is a simple sugar and is the most important source of energy in all organisms. In skincare, glucose is used to hydrate the skin. It also acts as a prebiotic for our natural biome.
As a humectant, glucose draws moisture from the air and from deeper levels in the skin. This helps hydrate skin.
Our skin's natural microbiome contains many saccharides that act as prebiotics. These prebiotics help strengthen our skin's microbiome. Having a healthy microbiome helps protect our skin from harmful bacteria and other contaminants.
Studies show glucose may help with fading discoloration and pigmentation. This is because our skin metabolizes glucose into lactic acid. Lactic acid is an AHA that helps exfoliate the top layer of skin.
Plants and algae make glucose during the process of photosynthesis. It is then used to make cellulose, the building blocks of cell walls.
Learn more about GlucoseFarmacy Honey Halo Ultra-Hydrating Ceramide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 23.
Skinfood Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 49.
Cetearyl Glucoside is a surfactant and emulsifier. It can be produced from synthetic of natural sources of cetearyl alcohol and glucose.
Emulsifiers help prevent ingredients from separating, such as oils and waters. It can also be used to enhance the texture of products.
As a surfactant, Cetearyl Glucoside helps during the cleansing process. By gathering all the dirt and oils, it allows these molecules to be washed away easily.
Learn more about Cetearyl GlucosideFarmacy Honey Halo Ultra-Hydrating Ceramide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 27.
Skinfood Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 12.
This is a synthetic polymer. It helps improve the texture of products by adding thickness and gel-like feel.
It is also an emulsifer, meaning it prevents ingredients such as oil and water from separating. It also helps evenly disperse other ingredients.
Farmacy Honey Halo Ultra-Hydrating Ceramide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 30.
Skinfood Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 44.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumFarmacy Honey Halo Ultra-Hydrating Ceramide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 34.
Skinfood Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 41.
Sodium Phytate is the synthetic salt form of phytic acid. Phytic acid is an antioxidant and can be found in plant seeds.
Sodium Phytate is a chelating agent. Chelating agents help prevent metals from binding to water. This helps stabilize the ingredients and the product.
Farmacy Honey Halo Ultra-Hydrating Ceramide Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 37.
Skinfood Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Barrier Cream contains this as ingredient number 34.
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Farmacy Honey Halo Ultra-Hydrating Ceramide Moisturizer 41 ingredients
Skinfood Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Barrier Cream 52 ingredients
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Farmacy Honey Halo Ultra-Hydrating Ceramide Moisturizer 41 ingredients
Clover
I love this cream, but the price hurts my soul (and wallet).
I personally don’t like to spend more than $30 on a single product, so I suggest...
I love this cream, but the price hurts my soul (and wallet).
I personally don’t like to spend more than $30 on a single product, so I suggest waiting for a sale or buying a smaller size (this product is offered in 4 sizes, with the 1.7 Fl Oz jar being the default at $48). This moisturizer just works so well for my dry skin. It’s not too heavy and it absorbs quickly, but my skin is still left feeling very moisturized and soft. I’ve even seen that it helps to calm my redness. There’s a slight sweet and honey-esque smell to this cream, but it doesn’t linger and disappears after application so it’s not overpowering, but if you are sensitive to fragrance just keep in mind that this product contains “aroma”, which is just another word for fragrance. I think a lot of people would enjoy this product, so if you are on the hunt for a good moisturizer I recommend checking this one out, but like I said before, I think waiting for a sale is the best time to pick this one up because it is a bit pricy in my opinion.
sarahabma
Best moisturizer I've ever used, sadly
This moisturizer breaks the bank for me so I can't go on buying it... but oh my goodness it's the best cream...
Best moisturizer I've ever used, sadly
This moisturizer breaks the bank for me so I can't go on buying it... but oh my goodness it's the best cream I've ever used by far. It makes the skin glowy, LOCKS IN moisture and is wonderful for dry or combo skin (I used this primarily in the winter with combo/oily skin). I really expected this to break me out when I first tried it because it was so thick and I have very touchy skin, but it did nothing but wonders.
Skinfood Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Barrier Cream 52 ingredients
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