Wild Ferns Manuka Honey Protective Hydrating Moisturiser with SPF30 Review

I really love this moisturiser, my skin is very prone to reacting to moisturisers especially if they have sunscreen in them and this was not the case (except when it was a super hot day and it started effecting my eyes). I love the smell, the packaging and that is made in New Zealand, paraben free, not tested on animals and has a good range of oils and vitamins in it. I also did not get sunburnt on the face once while wearing this. I would highly recommend anyone who has sensitive skin and who likes using natural products to try this.

I love the Wild ferns Manuka Honey skincare range. My skin is looking so much better after using this regime for 2-3wks. I apply this moisturiser every morning after cleansing with the Manuka Honey foaming face wash. It's hydrating and I love the smell. It had SPF 30 which is a bonus. The consistency is different to all other creams I have tried, it kind of feels like it has exfoliate in it but honestly after applying it, it goes away, not as bad as it sounds. Feels nice on the skin, not heavy or sticky and the scent lingers for a few hours which I love. I will definitely purchase this again!

I find this moisturizer to be absolutely lovely. It seems into my skin so fast and doesnt leave any residue. It makes my skin feel so lovely and hydrated. Using this with the Cleanser and toner has made my skin so clear and lovely feeling. The fragrance is so lovely and i find myself excited to used this regime in the morning just to smell it. I really like that is has such a high SPF in it.

The product is not my most favorite of smells but doesn't smell horrible either. When applying it felt silky when applying and hydrated my skin well after using the toner. The product did not leave an oily residue and absorbed well leaving my skin softer.

This was sent to me by the beauty review team. This comes in a handy tube and you only need a pea size of it to spread over your face. It starts off a little greasy and you need to work it into your skin but once it's absorbed it's all soaked up and my skin great. A major plus point for me is that it has sunscreen in it which means I don't have to put on an extra layer. I would definitely go for it again but unfortunately it does not do much for my post delivery peeling skin and that is a major area of concern at the moment.

Love the packaging on this product, such a cute wee tube and easy to use design. i loved that it had SPF in it but also found that it felt like i was applying straight sunscreen to my face, and left it white. It takes quite a while to soak into the skin and is super thick. Aside from that, it leaves the skin feeling super soft once it is soaked it and i am continuing to use this daily - not my new holy grail but it is great for days where i will be getting a bit of sun exposure

This moisturizer did what it says it does. It had a lovely consistency and the fact that its SPF 30 is a great bonus. What I didn't like about this product is that it felt like it was grainy, almost like an exfoliating cleanser. I'm not sure if I received a dud product or what but the little bits did go away eventually.

Once on, the product did a pretty good job of keeping my face hydrated, but I'm not sure I'd purchase again as I feel there may be better value for money products out there.

It didn't rock my boat but as with the facial wash I think this was more of a personal preference.

The packaging is not overly attractive but very functional and sturdy and perfectly OK.

I found the formula quite thick and almost balmy but I was pleasantly surprised at how well it absorbed in to the skin. When I first applied it I found it heavy and thought 'oh no...' but it absorbed quickly for the most part. I will say I found it slightly tacky after applying. I felt I had to wait a while to apply makeup but after I did my makeup held really well.

The scent is quite pleasant and not overly strong at all, its more subtle than the other products.

I gave the SPF30 a hard trial in 30 degree Central Otago full sun, it held up well! I spent full days out boating and would apply this in the morning and then again after swimming and suffered no burn.

So for me it was mainly the texture that put me off, I like a really light moisturiser but if you like something heavier you would probably really enjoy this - especially for the price!

1. PACKAGING: Product came packaged in a well labelled and effective box. In the box is a tube with an open close lid. The tube is clearly well labelled and has everything you need to know about the product on it.

2. THE PRODUCT: Like the cleanser and toner, this product also has a strong fragrance. It's packed with alot of ingredients like Manuka Honey, Hibiscus Flower and butter milk powder to name a few. It says it is suitable for all skin types. The moisturiser is a thick white cream consistency. It feels slightly on the oily side. It claims to be SPF30 which you can kind of tell that it has this protection in it as the feel of it does resembles that of your everyday typical sunscreen.

3. HOW I USE IT: After cleansing and toning I will apply a small amount of the moisturiser to my finger tips. I then gently apply the moisturiser to my skin, avoiding contact with my eyes. I use this only in the morning.

4. MY FINAL THOUGHTS: I love that it has some amazing beneficial ingredients and that it also has SPF30 in it. However with my skin type and what I look for in a moisturiser, this product is not working for me. The fragrance it too strong for my liking and as it is usually my last step if I dont wear makeup, I find the fragrance settles and takes a while for it to actually fade away. I find the consistency of this moisturiser to be too thick and heavy feeling for my liking as I usually go for a lightweight moisturiser. And When I first started using this it felt thick on the skin and almost seemed as though it had left that white sunscreen cast on my face and being medium skintoned isn't a good look. However with all the flaws I found with this moisturiser, I believe that in conjunction with the cleanser and toner it has helped with the overall texture and appearance of my skin. So I guess with every bad thing comes some good.

Overall Ranking: 4/10