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MoisturizingGlycerin, Propolis extract + 14 moreWorks
“Royal Honey Propolis Essence Primer”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer.
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).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy10 strong irritants: Citrus tangerina peel oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil + 8 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Butylene glycol~6.4–7.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolGlycerin~4.6–5.6%
- 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 GlycerinPropolis extract~3.4–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A complex substance produced by honey bees. Can have anti-bacterial and some anti-oxidant effect. Is an allergen and can be irritating
More about Propolis extractTricaprylin~2.5–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Can increase penetration of other ingredients
More about TricaprylinHoney extract~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Honey extractRoyal jelly extract~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A compound secreted by bees. Might be able to attract water to the top layer of the skin. Avoid if sensitive to honey and bee products
More about Royal jelly extractSteareth-21~1.5–1.8%
1,2-hexanediol~0.7–1.05%
Polyacrylate-13~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the product formulation
More about Polyacrylate-13Methyl gluceth-20~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and soften it
More about Methyl gluceth-20Trehalose~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehalosePolyglycerin-3~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglycerin-3Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerEthylhexylglycerin~0.4–0.6%
Hdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymer~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a silky product texture and add volume to products
More about Hdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymerPolyisobutene~0.45–0.65%
Cetearyl olivate~0.35–0.6%
Alumina~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
The same compound that is used safely in dental implants and bone cements. In cosmetics, it is used to improve the consistency of products
More about AluminaSorbitan olivate~0.3–0.5%
Methyl hydrogenated rosinate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Silica~0.35–0.6%
Hydrogenated polydecene~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated polydecenePvp~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps evenly disperse other ingredients in a formulation and create an even layer on the surface of the skin
More about PvpPolyacrylate crosspolymer-6~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Titanium dioxide~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideCi 77891~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cetyl palmitate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and is used to improve product texture and stability
More about Cetyl palmitateMethyl methacrylate crosspolymer~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps thicken the product consistency
More about Methyl methacrylate crosspolymerSorbitan palmitate~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and stabilize the product formulation
More about Sorbitan palmitatePolysorbate 20~0.3–0.55%
Melia azadirachta leaf extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractCaramel~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sorbitan isostearate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearatePolyglyceryl-10 oleate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-10 oleateMelia azadirachta flower extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Melia azadirachta flower extractCurcuma longa root extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritant
More about Curcuma longa root extractCitrus tangerina peel oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Essential oil that can be irritating. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus tangerina peel oilXanthan gum~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumGlyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and provide a longer-lasting hydration. Can create a thicker product consistency
More about Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymerCitrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilLactobacillus ferment~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative
More about Lactobacillus fermentSaccharomyces ferment~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A product of yeast fermentation. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharomyces fermentSodium phytate~0.3–0.55%
Pelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilBoswellia carterii oil~0.3–0.5%
Hydrogenated lecithin~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinLavandula angustifolia oil~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilOcimum sanctum leaf extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicals
More about Ocimum sanctum leaf extractT-butyl alcohol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to dissolve other ingredients and to improve smell of products. It could be irritating
More about T-butyl alcoholCitrus limon peel oil~0.25–0.4%
Tin oxide~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation
More about Tin oxideCorallina officinalis extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants
More about Corallina officinalis extractRosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilEucalyptus globulus leaf oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Eucalyptus globulus leaf oilCananga odorata flower oil~0.1–0.2%
Cinnamomum zeylanicum bark oil~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Propolis extract, Tricaprylin, Honey extract, Royal jelly extract, Steareth-21, 1,2-hexanediol, Polyacrylate-13, Methyl gluceth-20, Trehalose, Polyglycerin-3, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymer, Polyisobutene, Cetearyl olivate, Alumina, Sorbitan olivate, Methyl hydrogenated rosinate, Silica, Hydrogenated polydecene, Pvp, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891, Cetyl palmitate, Methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, Sorbitan palmitate, Polysorbate 20, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Caramel, Sorbitan isostearate, Polyglyceryl-10 oleate, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Curcuma longa root extract, Citrus tangerina peel oil, Xanthan gum, Glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Lactobacillus ferment, Saccharomyces ferment, Sodium phytate, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Boswellia carterii oil, Hydrogenated lecithin, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Ocimum sanctum leaf extract, T-butyl alcohol, Citrus limon peel oil, Tin oxide, Corallina officinalis extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Cananga odorata flower oil, Cinnamomum zeylanicum bark oil
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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.
| SkinfoodRoyal Honey Propolis Essence PrimerYOUR PRODUCT | SerumkindDeep Antarctic Drop | VT CosmeticsGarlic AC Reedle Shot Gel Cream 50ml | MEDI-PEELBor-Tox Peptide Toner | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 37% | 36% | 35% |
| Price | — | $29.22 | $15.80 | $17.76 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 10 | 5 of 10 | 6 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Salicylic Acid | Copper Tripeptide-1 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Skinfood - Royal Honey Propolis Essence Primer" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (lactobacillus ferment 0.25% - 0.50%, glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer 0.25% - 0.50%, polyglycerin-3 0.45% - 0.70%, trehalose 0.50% - 0.80% and glycerin 4.60% - 5.60%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Sources cited in this review
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