How to Use New Zealand Manuka Honey Face Cream
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes this night cream different from a regular moisturiser?
Night creams are formulated to work with your skin's natural overnight repair cycle — when cell turnover is highest and skin is most receptive to active ingredients. This formula combines Manuka honey as a natural humectant, macadamia oil that mirrors the skin's natural sebum for deep absorption, shea butter for barrier repair, and hydrolysed marine collagen for firmness support. The lavender essential oil from our Waikato farm adds a calming aromatic layer that supports the wind-down ritual. It's richer than a day cream but absorbs cleanly — no residue on pillows.
What does the Manuka honey do in a night cream?
Manuka honey from Leptospermum scoparium is a natural humectant — it draws moisture from the environment into the skin and helps lock it in overnight. It also supports the skin's natural barrier function. Applied overnight when skin is in repair mode, it works alongside the shea butter and macadamia oil in this formula to leave skin noticeably softer and more hydrated by morning.
How do I use this night cream for best results?
Apply a small amount to clean, dry skin as the final step of your evening skincare routine — after cleansing and toning. Massage in gently using upward strokes until fully absorbed. Use nightly for best results — the ingredients work cumulatively over time. A little goes a long way with the 50ml jar.
Can I use this alongside your other Manuka honey skincare products?
Yes — it works beautifully as the final step of a complete Manuka honey skincare ritual. Use our Lavender Manuka Honey Lotion as your daily face and body moisturiser, apply our Lavender Manuka Honey Neck Serum to your neck and décolletage, then finish with this night cream on your face. All three share the same Manuka honey and lavender base so they layer seamlessly.
Where is this night cream made?
Made in New Zealand using lavender essential oil grown and steam-distilled on our family farm in Newstead, Waikato. We've been growing Lavandula × intermedia 'Super' on our Waikato property since 2014. Every jar is small-batch made — not factory-manufactured.
Lavender Backyard Garden Lavender Products Compared to Other Brands
See how our lavender products stack up on sourcing, scent purity, and daily use.
| Features | Lavender Backyard Garden | Other Brands |
|---|---|---|
| Natural Oils | Contains shea butter, macadamia oil, and avocado oil to deeply nourish without heaviness. | Often uses generic base oils that may feel greasy or overly thick. |
| Manuka Honey | Enriched with New Zealand Manuka honey for added moisture retention and nighttime care. | Rarely includes authentic Manuka honey due to cost or sourcing challenges. |
| Face-Friendly Blend | Gentle enough for nightly facial use, formulated to absorb without clogging pores. | Many night creams can be overly rich, leading to breakouts or irritation. |
| Aroma Profile | Subtly scented with pure lavender essential oil for a calming bedtime ritual. | Commonly scented with artificial lavender or overpowering perfumes. |
| Texture & Feel | Rich but lightweight—melts into the skin, leaving it soft and comforted by morning. | May leave a heavy or oily residue on skin overnight. |
| Made in New Zealand | Handcrafted on our lavender farm in small batches for quality and freshness. | Typically mass-produced with less attention to ingredient quality. |
Why Choose Lavender Backyard Garden?
- Handcrafted calm from farm to home: small-batch lavender products made with real buds on our spray-free New Zealand farm—no synthetic fragrance.
- Traceable care: each item reflects intentional, small-farm craftsmanship and consistent quality.
- Built for wellbeing: natural aroma that soothes and refreshes without artificial additives.
- Designed to be shared: thoughtfully packaged for everyday use or gifting, carrying the story of our farm.
- Consistent purity across the line: every product—from mists to creams—is held to the same high standard.