Comparison between Farmacy Honey Halo vs. COSRX Hyaluronic Acid Intensive Cream

Find out which product is better for your skin.

40 Ingredients 20

1
Water
1
Hippophae Rhamnoides Water
2
Glycerin
2
Glycerin
3
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
3
Butylene Glycol
4
Vegetable Oil/​olus Oil
4
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
5
C13-15 Alkane
5
Betaine
6
Cetearyl Alcohol
6
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Oil
7
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
7
Cetearyl Alcohol
8
1,2-Hexanediol
8
Cetearyl Olivate
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Uniqueness33 out of 40
82.5%
Uniqueness13 out of 20
65.0%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
No
Yes
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
14 out of 40
35%
chemical
20 out of 40
50%
natural
6 out of 20
30%
chemical
12 out of 20
60%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 5Negative: 0
Glycerin#21,2-Hexanediol#8Betaine#13Panthenol#14Tocopherol#19
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Citric Acid#38
Dry skin
Positive: 7Negative: 0
Glycerin#2Butylene Glycol#3Betaine#51,2-Hexanediol#11Sodium Hyaluronate#12Panthenol#14Allantoin#18
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#18
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#18

Detailed view

Farmacy Honey Halo vs. COSRX Hyaluronic Acid Intensive Cream
Position 1

#1Water

Origin: natural
Role: Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Water is a great solvent. It’s neutral and doesn’t provide any strong positive or negative effects. It just helps components to mix better and to transport active components.

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#1Hippophae Rhamnoides Water

Origin: No information
Role: No information
Position 2
Both products have the same component on this position.

#2Glycerin

Origin: natural
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Glycerin is one of the most outstanding and helpful skincare components. It's used in many skincare products because it works and provides notable results. It's one of the best moisturizers. Molecules of Glycerin can absorb water and deliver it into deep layers of the skin making it hydrated.

The component is researched very well. Many scientific researches confirm the safety and the efficiency of the component.

Position 3

#3Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Viscosity controlling agent
UV Protection
Moisturizing
Anti-aging
Malassezia unsafe
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Shea Butter is a great natural moisturizer everybody knows about. And it’s popular for a reason. It contains 5 essential fatty acids (palmitic, stearic, oleic, linoleic, and arachidonic), vitamins (A, D, E, F), and catechins, which are antioxidants. It moisturizes the skin and protects it from UV, cold, and other negative factors. It can be used on its own and will not harm your skin even in very high concentrations.

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#3Butylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair protection
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Butylene Glycol is a very popular synthetic alcohol. It helps the product to absorb deeper and faster. It is also a solvent for other ingredients. As for the skin benefits, it helps to attract water and helps to make the skin softer.

Unlike many other “Glycols”, it is not harmful and that's why it is used in many products. It was approved by US FDA and US EPA for usage.

Position 4

#4Vegetable Oil/​olus Oil

Origin: No information
Role: No information
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#4Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient that also hydrates the skin without leaving a fatty film. When applied, the component feels smooth and light. In haircare products, it’s also used for hydrating purposes. It makes hair silky, lowers tangling, and makes hair smooth.

It’s safe for most people, except for people with allergic reactions to coconut or palm oil because these oils are usually used for producing the component.

Position 5

#5C13-15 Alkane

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
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#5Betaine

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
Hair protection
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Betaine is used a lot in “organic” skincare products. It is a good moisturizer that not only hydrates the skin but also strengthens the cell membrane. This helps to lower the water loss over time. It also softens the skin and reduces irritation and redness. It’s often used at a 3-5% concentration depending on the product.

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