Mantle vs Skandinavisk — side by side, no bias.
Our pick
The Barrier Cream
8.7/10 · Mantle
| The Barrier Cream | ØY Hand Cream | |
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| Brand | Mantle | Skandinavisk |
| Category | moisturizer | moisturizer |
| Editor Rating | 8.7/10 ★ | 7.5/10 |
| Category | moisturizer | moisturizer |
| Texture | Rich barrier-repair cream | Silky hand cream |
| Finish | Comforting | Satin |
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| Verdict | Mantle's The Barrier Cream is the brand's compromised-skin specialty — caprooyl sphingosine (a specific phytosphingosine derivative for ceramide-pyramid work), CBD + cannabis sativa seed oil for anti-inflammatory support, niacinamide + sodium hyaluronate + panthenol + bisabolol + allantoin for the soothing complex. The kind of formulation density that competes with American clinical brands at substantially lower pricing. €58 for 50ml. | The Danish design-object hand cream named for 'island.' Lovely scent, proper shea content, museum-grade packaging that earns its counter space. |
