Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Mediheal Baobab Soothing Cream versus Farmacy Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer .
Last updated on July 18, 2023. Published on March 06, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 22 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid, PHA and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Night Moisturizers are marketed to hydrate the skin overnight.
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All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.
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Ingredient Info
Mediheal Baobab Soothing Cream 58 ingredients
Farmacy Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer 47 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
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Sulfate Free
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Paraben Free
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Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
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Not Cruelty Free
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Alcohol Free
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
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Paraben Free
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Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
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Mediheal Baobab Soothing Cream 58 ingredients
Farmacy Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer 47 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Mediheal Baobab Soothing Cream 58 ingredients
Farmacy Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer 47 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Propanediol • Butylene Glycol • Panthenol • Caprylyl Methicone • Phenyl Trimethicone • Dicaprylyl Ether • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Pentylene Glycol • Vinyl Dimethicone • Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract • Polymethylsilsesquioxane • 1,2-Hexanediol • Sodium Hyaluronate • Hyaluronic Acid • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Xylitylglucoside • Xylitol • Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate • Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate • Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer • Potassium Hyaluronate • Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract • Ceramide NP • Tocopherol • Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract • Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract • Corallina Officinalis Extract • Curcuma Longa Root Extract • Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract • Chitosan • Hydrolyzed Collagen • Cetearyl Olivate • Sorbitan Olivate • Lactobionic Acid • Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Copolymer • Ethylhexylglycerin • Sodium Citrate • Tromethamine • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 • Sodium Phytate • Anhydroxylitol • Dipropylene Glycol • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Phytosterols • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 • Copper Tripeptide-1 • Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 • Carbomer • Xanthan Gum • Choleth-24 • Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract • Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Water • Propanediol • C13-15 Alkane • Glycerin • 1,2-Hexanediol • Niacinamide • Betaine • Inulin • Moringa Oleifera Leaf Water • Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract • Carica Papaya Fruit Extract • Fructose • Polyglutamic Acid • Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer • Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate • Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Saccharide Isomerate • Corallina Officinalis Extract • Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract • Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract • Allantoin • Sodium Polyacrylate • Carbomer • Cellulose Gum • Pentylene Glycol • Sodium Phytate • Potassium Hydroxide • Xanthan Gum • Cellulose • Glucose • Silica • Ethylhexylglycerin • Sodium Benzoate • Maltodextrin • Gluconolactone • Curcuma Longa Root Extract • Ocimum Basilicum Flower/Leaf Extract • Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract • Tocopherol • Xylitylglucoside • Arachidyl Alcohol • Behenyl Alcohol • Arachidyl Glucoside • Phenethyl Alcohol • Xylitol • Anhydroxylitol
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Ingredients Explained
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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 WaterMediheal Baobab Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
Farmacy Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 GlycerinMediheal Baobab Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
Farmacy Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 4.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.
It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolMediheal Baobab Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
Farmacy Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 2.
Pentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can help thicken or emulsify a product. Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. It does this by preventing certain ingredients from separating.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolMediheal Baobab Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 10.
Farmacy Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 26.
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.
Mediheal Baobab Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 14.
Farmacy Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 5.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateMediheal Baobab Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 15.
Farmacy Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 17.
Xylitylglucoside is created from xylitol and glucose, two humectants.
Not surprisingly, this ingredient is also a humectant. It attracts and holds water in your skin, helping to maintain hydration.
This ingredient is most commonly found in a popular trio called Aquaxyl. Aquaxyl is made up of anhydroxylitol(24 - 34%), xylitylglucoside (35 - 50%), and xylitol (5 - 15%).
According to a manufacturer, Aquaxyl is known for a 3-D hydration concept and an anti-dehydration shield to reinforce the outer layer of skin.
Learn more about XylitylglucosideMediheal Baobab Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 18.
Farmacy Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 41.
Xylitol is a humectant and prebiotic. It can help with dry skin.
In studies, xylitol has been shown to improve dry skin. It decreased transepidermal water loss, or when water passes through the skin and evaporates. Xylitol also showed to help improve the biomechanical properties of the skin barrier.
The prebiotic property of xylitol may also help reinforce our skin's natural microbiome. Having a healthy microbiome prevents infection by bad bacteria and helps with hydration.
As a humectant, Xylitol helps draw moisture from both the air and from deeper skin layers. This helps keep skin hydrated.
Xylitol is a sugar alcohol and commonly used as a sugar substitute. It is naturally occurring in plants such as strawberries and pumpkin.
Learn more about XylitolMediheal Baobab Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 19.
Farmacy Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 46.
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate is a type of Hyaluronic Acid.
Hyaluronic Acids help moisturize, soothe, and protect the skin.
Read about common types of Hyaluronic Acid here: Sodium Hyaluronate Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid Hyaluronic Acid
Learn more about Sodium Acetylated HyaluronateMediheal Baobab Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 21.
Farmacy Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 15.
This ingredient is created by putting sodium hyaluronate through hydrolysis.
You might know this as 'mini' or 'ultra low-molecular weight' hyaluronic acid. The small molecule size means it is able to travel deeper in the skin.
According to studies, low molecular-weight hyaluronic acid can:
One study from 2011 found ultra-low weight HA to show pro-inflammatory properties. Another study from 2022 found it to downregulate UV-B induced inflammation.
Hydrolysis is a process of changing a molecule using water or enzymes.
This ingredient is water-soluble.
Learn more about Hydrolyzed Sodium HyaluronateMediheal Baobab Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 22.
Farmacy Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 16.
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer is a type of hyaluronic acid. In fact, it is modified version of hyaluronic acid.
The structure of Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer allows it to stay in the skin's top layer for a longer period of time. This allows for even more hydration and humectant action than hyaluronic acid.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium Hyaluronate CrosspolymerMediheal Baobab Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 23.
Farmacy Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 14.
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 TocopherolMediheal Baobab Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 27.
Farmacy Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 40.
Corallina Officinalis Extract is from the red seaweed, Corallina Officinalis. This seaweed is found all over the world but is most common in the rocky shores of Great Britain and Ireland.
Corallina Officinalis Extract contains antioxidant and emollient properties.
Extracted polysaccharides, galactose and xylose, in red algae showed antioxidant activity. Antioxidants help with anti-aging by neutralizing free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules may damage your skin cells and DNA. Galactose is also a PHA.
Corallina Officinalis is structurally similar to coral due to its high calcium content.
Learn more about Corallina Officinalis ExtractMediheal Baobab Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 30.
Farmacy Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 19.
Curcuma Longa Root Extract is from the spice, turmeric. Besides being a healthy and delicious spice, turmeric also has plenty of skincare benefits. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-microbial properties.
Turmeric contains curcumin, an antioxidant. Antioxidants help neutralize unstable free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules may damage your skin's cells and DNA. Curcumin may help with anti-aging.
Curcumin also has anti-inflammatory properties. It can help soothe skin and reduce irritation. On top of that, curcumin has been shown to help prevent hyperpigmentation from sun damage.
The anti-microbial property of turmeric can make it effective in treating acne. It has also been shown to help regulate the production of sebum.
Learn more about Curcuma Longa Root ExtractMediheal Baobab Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 31.
Farmacy Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 37.
Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract comes from the Holy Basil plant. Holy Basil is native to India.
Holy Basil is rich in antioxidants due to its high romarinic acid, ferulic acid, and rutin content. The ferulic acid may help with skin brightening and help soothe the skin.
Antioxidants may help with anti-aging due to its ability to neutralize free-radical molecules. These molecules may damage skin cells and DNA.
While Holy Basil has many claims to help fight acne, more research is needed.
One thing to note is the presence of tannins. Tannins are naturally found in nature. This compound may be skin-sensitizing.
Learn more about Ocimum Sanctum Leaf ExtractMediheal Baobab Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 32.
Farmacy Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 39.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Mediheal Baobab Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 39.
Farmacy Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 33.
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.
Mediheal Baobab Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 45.
Farmacy Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 27.
This ingredient is created from dehydrating xylitol in acidic conditions. Xylitol is a famous sugar and humectant.
Much like its predecessor, anhydroxylitol is a humectant. Humectants attract and hold water to moisturize the skin.
This ingredient is most commonly found in a popular trio called Aquaxyl. Aquaxyl is made up of anhydroxylitol (24 - 34%), xylitylglucoside (35 - 50%), and xylitol (5 - 15%).
According to a manufacturer, Aquaxyl is known for a 3-D hydration concept and an anti-dehydration shield to reinforce the outer layer of skin.
This ingredient is often derived from plants such as wood and sugarcane.
Learn more about AnhydroxylitolMediheal Baobab Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 46.
Farmacy Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 47.
Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create gel consistency within products.
Carbomer is commonly found in many types of cosmetics products. It is found to be safe in concentrations up to 15%. However, a high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Most products contain 1% of less of carbomer.
Mediheal Baobab Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 53.
Farmacy Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 24.
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 GumMediheal Baobab Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 54.
Farmacy Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 29.
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract is extract from the neem plant.
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract is an antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
The leaves of this tree contain flavonoids and polyphenols. These two compounds are antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial. Further research is needed as to their effects when applied on skin.
Learn more about Melia Azadirachta Leaf ExtractMediheal Baobab Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 56.
Farmacy Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 20.
Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract is from the Neem tree. Neem trees originate from India.
Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract contains antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
The flowers of this tree are lilac colored.
Learn more about Melia Azadirachta Flower ExtractMediheal Baobab Soothing Cream contains this as ingredient number 57.
Farmacy Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer contains this as ingredient number 21.
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Love this moisturizerrrr
I've been using this moisturizer for about a year now, and I always love the way it leaves my face moisturized, (almost) pimple free, and with a glow. It's super light weight and contains important ingredients...
Love this moisturizerrrr
I've been using this moisturizer for about a year now, and I always love the way it leaves my face moisturized, (almost) pimple free, and with a glow. It's super light weight and contains important ingredients such as niacinamide and AHA. What I do wish it did more is lightening my dark spots.
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