hey HONEY skincare

Rated by Lovi · Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes · How the Fit score works

hey HONEY is an American skincare brand founded in 2014 and owned by Hey Honey Inc..

hey HONEY is loved for nourishing moisturizers and thoughtful formulas. Its products suit balanced, sensitive, and dry skin best. The standout products for particular concerns include the MAKE A SPLASH for acne-prone skin. These offerings provide gentle daily care for the complexion.

This page covers some of the most popular hey HONEY products; for the whole hey HONEY range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.

hey HONEY moisturizers

MAKE A SPLASH

Questions and answers

Is hey HONEY worth it?

Yes, hey HONEY is worth it because Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. The products help keep skin soft and smooth while offering reliable daily care.

What are hey HONEY's best products?

hey HONEY does not feature a single standout product on this page, but rather offers MAKE A SPLASH as its available moisturizer. Lovi rates this product High for dry and sensitive skin, and Average for oily and acne-prone skin.

Which hey HONEY moisturizer is best for dry skin?

MAKE A SPLASH is the best hey HONEY moisturizer for dry skin. Lovi rates MAKE A SPLASH High for dry skin.

Does hey HONEY cause breakouts?

hey HONEY is unlikely to cause breakouts when using MAKE A SPLASH, as Lovi rates it Average for acne-prone skin. The hey HONEY-focused routine still rates Superior overall for acne-prone skin.

Is hey HONEY fragrance-free?

No, the hey HONEY products on this page include fragrance, as seen with MAKE A SPLASH.

What are the key ingredients in hey HONEY products?

The key ingredients in hey HONEY products include squalene, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid. These components help keep skin soft, smooth, and well-hydrated.

Molecules, 2009 The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002

How do I build a hey HONEY skincare routine?

To build a hey HONEY routine, Lovi rates the brand-focused approach as Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. The daily steps combine cleansing and moisturizing to keep skin soft and smooth.

What are good alternatives to hey HONEY?

Good alternatives to hey HONEY with pages on Lovi include CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica. Lovi rates these brands similarly across routines, with CeraVe offering comparable fit levels for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.

hey HONEY vs CeraVe: which is better?

Lovi rates the hey HONEY-focused routine Superior for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin, whereas the CeraVe-focused routine is rated High for dry skin and Superior for the others.

Who owns hey HONEY, and where is it from?

hey HONEY is an American brand founded in 2014, owned by Hey Honey Inc..

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Is hey HONEY cruelty-free?

Yes: Leaping Bunny and PETA list hey HONEY as cruelty-free.

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Research behind hey HONEY's key ingredients

Biological and pharmacological activities of squalene and related compounds: potential uses in cosmetic dermatology
Squalene · Molecules, 2009
The effect of niacinamide on reducing cutaneous pigmentation and suppression of melanosome transfer
Niacinamide · The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002
Benefits of topical hyaluronic acid for skin quality and signs of skin aging: From literature review to clinical evidence
Hyaluronic acid · Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
Topical use of dexpanthenol in skin disorders
Panthenol · American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002
Treatment of acne with a combination of propolis, tea tree oil, and Aloe vera compared to erythromycin cream: two double-blind investigations
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder · Clinical Pharmacology, 2018

6 more studies

The 24-hour skin hydration and barrier function effects of a hyaluronic 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract moisturizing fluid: an intra-subject, randomized, assessor-blinded study
Glycerin · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Randomized controlled study for the anti-aging effect of human adipocyte-derived mesenchymal stem cell media combined with niacinamide after laser therapy
Niacinamide · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021
A new topical panthenol-containing emollient: Results from two randomized controlled studies assessing its skin moisturization and barrier restoration potential, and the effect on skin microflora
Panthenol · The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017
Senomorphic activity of a combination of niacinamide and hyaluronic acid: correlation with clinical improvement of skin aging
Niacinamide · Scientific Reports, 2024
Evaluation of the Efficacy and Safety of a Panthenol-Enriched Mask for Skin Barrier Recovery After Facial Laser Treatment: Results of a Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Study
Panthenol · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025
Nanostructured Lipid Carrier Based Gel Containing α-Tocopherol and α-Tocopheryl Acetate for Synergistic Cutaneous Antiaging Efficacy
Tocopheryl acetate · Scientific Reports, 2025

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Behind these ratings

Lovi rates every product from its full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.

Nadia Kapleva, MS

Co-founder, Medical Director

Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
Alexey Shagraev, PhD

Co-founder, CEO and CTO

PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

Medical Board

Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
Aishani Shah, MD

Medical Board

Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
Asya Zubkova, MS

Medical Board

Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
Hanna Kurets, MD

Medical Board, Medical Advisor

Dermatology MD
Elina Nazarenko, MD

Medical Board

Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
Victoria Derkova, MS

Medical Board

Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist