Farmacy Beauty Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturiser
Works for
1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Betaine + 18 moreStrong evidence
“An oil-free gel moisturizer now with an upgraded, fragrance-free formula that delivers lightweight, lasting hydration while helping to clear pores, reduce shine + balance oil.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": anhydroxylitol, betaine.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide
ExfoliationAllantoin, GluconolactoneWeak evidence
“- Papaya Extract: Gently exfoliates to reveal a fresh-looking complexion.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · Niacinamide, Tocopherol + 1 moreStrong evidence
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Anti-blemishNot advertised by the brand · Niacinamide, Inulin + 2 moreStrong evidence
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · Niacinamide, GluconolactoneStrong evidence
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Carica papaya fruit extractMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Propanediol~3.6–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolC13-15 alkane~3.5–5.2%
Glycerin~2.5–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about Glycerin1,2-hexanediol~1.2–1.7%
Niacinamide~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideBetaine~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineInulin~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed to support the growth of "good" bacteria in skin (as a "prebiotic"), but the research is lacking
More about InulinMoringa oleifera leaf water~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Moringa oleifera seed extract~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant effect
More about Moringa oleifera seed extractCarica papaya fruit extract~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Fructose~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructoseSodium polyglutamate~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymerSodium acetylated hyaluronate~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of hyaluronic acid that works as an excellent moisturizer by attracting water into the upper layer of the skin. Is typically feels less sticky on the skin compared to the usual hyaluronic acid
More about Sodium acetylated hyaluronateHydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronateSodium hyaluronate~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSaccharide isomerate~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateAllantoin~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinSodium polyacrylate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateCarbomer~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerCellulose gum~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create thicker product consistency and stabilize emulsions
More about Cellulose gumPentylene glycol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolSodium phytate~0.1–0.4%
Potassium hydroxide~0.1–0.45%
Xanthan gum~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCellulose~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can be used to help absorb oil as well as add volume and imporve texture of products.
More about CelluloseGlucose~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseSilica~0.15–0.65%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.45%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.4%
Maltodextrin~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinGluconolactone~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
More about GluconolactoneTocopherol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolXylitylglucoside~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitylglucosideArachidyl alcohol~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Arachidyl alcoholBehenyl alcohol~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholArachidyl glucoside~0.1–0.35%
Phenethyl alcohol~0.1–0.35%
Xylitol~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolAnhydroxylitol~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrir function
More about AnhydroxylitolCi 19140~0.05–0.15%
Ci 42090~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
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, Sodium polyglutamate, Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, Sodium acetylated hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate, Sodium hyaluronate, Saccharide isomerate, Allantoin, Sodium polyacrylate, Carbomer, Cellulose gum, Pentylene glycol, Sodium phytate, Potassium hydroxide, Xanthan gum, Cellulose, Glucose, Silica, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium benzoate, Maltodextrin, Gluconolactone, Tocopherol, Xylitylglucoside, Arachidyl alcohol, Behenyl alcohol, Arachidyl glucoside, Phenethyl alcohol, Xylitol, Anhydroxylitol, Ci 19140, Ci 42090
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| Farmacy BeautyDaily Greens Oil-Free Gel MoisturiserYOUR PRODUCT | CetaphilDeep Hydration Hydrating Water Gel | Dr Sam'sFlawless Moisturiser | BootsNo7 HydraLuminous+ Night Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 90% | 88% | 88% |
| Price | $33.71 | $19.79−$13.92 | $73.57+$39.86 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 14 | 5 of 14 | 6 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Panthenol | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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