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Updated on August 31, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 8 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain ceramides, exfoliants and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin

Free From

They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances and oils

We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that needs an update? Let us know.

innisfree Dewy Treatment Lip Balm
innisfree Dewy Treatment Lip Balm
Other Lip Makeup
South Korean Brand South Korea
Aestura Atobarrier 365 Lip Balm
Aestura Atobarrier 365 Lip Balm
Lip Moisturizer
South Korean Brand South Korea

Ingredient Info

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Notable Ingredients

Benefits

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Notable Ingredients

Benefits

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Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products
Dewy Treatment Lip Balm
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene Emollient, Skin Conditioning
1 / 2

Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer. Polymers are compounds with high molecular weight. Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is an emollient and texture enhancer.

1 Com. / 2 Irr.
Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate.

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Polyisobutene

Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer made from isobutene.

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Diisostearyl Malate Emollient, Skin Conditioning

Diisostearyl Malate is an emollient and most often used in lip products. It comes from isostearyl alcohol, a fatty acid, and malic acid, an AHA.

Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate Emollient
0 / 0
Not safe for Fungal Acne

Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate is created from stearic acid.

0 Com. / 0 Irr.
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Polyglyceryl-10 Decaisostearate Emollient

We don't have a description for Polyglyceryl-10 Decaisostearate.

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Synthetic Wax Abrasive, Emulsion Stabilising, Masking
Exfoliant  •  2 Concerns

Synthetic Wax is created from fossil fuels such as natural gas. It is used to enhance texture, adjust pH, and as an occlusive.

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Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate Absorbent

We don't have a description for Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate.

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Oleic/Linoleic/Linolenic Polyglycerides Emollient, Emulsion Stabilising
Not safe for Fungal Acne

Oleic/Linoleic/Linolenic Polyglycerides isn't fungal acne safe.

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Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer

We don't have a description for Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer.

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Sucrose Tetrastearate Triacetate Emollient, Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning
Not safe for Fungal Acne

Sucrose Tetrastearate Triacetate isn't fungal acne safe.

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Camellia Japonica Seed Oil Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Oil  •  Not safe for Fungal Acne

Camellia Japonica Seed Oil comes from the Japanese Camellia plant. This plant is native to East Asia and known as "Tsubaki" in Japanese.

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Skin Conditioning
Helps hydrate Dry Skin  •  2 Concerns

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter is a plant lipid from the fruit of the Shea Tree. It is an effective skin hydrator and emollient.

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Euphorbia Cerifera Cera Astringent, Emulsion Stabilising, Skin Conditioning
1 / 0
Not safe for Fungal Acne

Euphorbia Cerifera Cera is AKA as Candelilla wax. It is a natural emollient and helps give products a thick consistency.

1 Com. / 0 Irr.
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C30-50 Alcohols Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for C30-50 Alcohols.

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Candelilla Wax Esters

We don't have a description for Candelilla Wax Esters.

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Disteardimonium Hectorite Stabilising

Disteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.

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Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter Emollient, Masking, Skin Conditioning
4 / 0
3 Concerns

Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter comes from the Theobroma cacoa, or Cacao tree. Cacao trees are native to tropical landscapes.

4 Com. / 0 Irr.
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Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer Abrasive
Exfoliant

Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer is an exfoliant.

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Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil Perfuming, Skin Conditioning
Fragrance  •  Oil  •  EU Allergen

This oil is derived from the leaves of Eucalyptus Globulus, a type of Eucalyptus tree native to Australia.

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Polyethylene Abrasive
Exfoliant

Polyethylene is a synthetic ingredient that helps the skin retain moisture. It is a polymer.

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Copernicia Cerifera Wax
1 / 0
Not safe for Fungal Acne

Copernicia Cerifera Wax comes from a palm tree native to Brazil. This wax is added to help give a thicker texture. It also helps create a film when applied.

1 Com. / 0 Irr.
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Limonene Perfuming, Solvent
Fragrance

Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.

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Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer

We don't have a description for Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer.

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Glycerin Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
0 / 0
2 Benefits

Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.

0 Com. / 0 Irr.
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate Antioxidant
Antioxidant

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate (long name, huh?) is a synthetic antioxidant.

Ceramide NP Skin Conditioning
Ceramide  •  4 Benefits

Ceramide NP is a type of ceramide.

Tocopherol Antioxidant, Masking, Skin Conditioning
0-3 / 0-3
Vitamin E  •  Antioxidant  •  4 Benefits  •  May cause irritation

Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.

0-3 Com. / 0-3 Irr.
Phytosphingosine Skin Conditioning

Phytosphingosine is a phospholipid naturally found in our skin. It helps moisturize, soothe, and protect skin.

Hyaluronic Acid Humectant, Moisturising, Skin Conditioning
Hyaluronic Acid  •  4 Benefits  •  May cause irritation

Hyaluronic acid is naturally found in healthy skin. It is a humectant, meaning it draws moisture to your skin.

Hydrogenated Lecithin Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning

Hydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin. Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between molecule hydrogen and another element.

Atobarrier 365 Lip Balm
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2 Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Not safe for Fungal Acne

Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2 is lipid-based synthetic skin-conditioning agent. As an emollient, it helps soften and hydrate the skin.

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Diisostearyl Malate Emollient, Skin Conditioning

Diisostearyl Malate is an emollient and most often used in lip products. It comes from isostearyl alcohol, a fatty acid, and malic acid, an AHA.

Hydrogenated Polyisobutene Emollient, Skin Conditioning
1 / 2

Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer. Polymers are compounds with high molecular weight. Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is an emollient and texture enhancer.

1 Com. / 2 Irr.
Squalane Emollient, Skin Conditioning
1 / 0
Helps hydrate Dry Skin

Squalane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.

1 Com. / 0 Irr.
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate Emollient, Emulsifying
2 / 0
Not safe for Fungal Acne

Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate is derived from isostearic acid. It is an emollient and emulsifier.

2 Com. / 0 Irr.
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Polyisobutene

Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer made from isobutene.

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Synthetic Wax Abrasive, Emulsion Stabilising, Masking
Exfoliant  •  2 Concerns

Synthetic Wax is created from fossil fuels such as natural gas. It is used to enhance texture, adjust pH, and as an occlusive.

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Hydrogenated Polydecene Emollient, Masking, Skin Conditioning

Hydrogenated Polydecene is an emollient. It creates a non-occlusive film on the skin that offers extra protection for your skin barrier.

Styrene Perfuming
Fragrance

Styrene is a fragrance.

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Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil Emollient, Skin Conditioning
3 / 0
Oil  •  2 Concerns

Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil is created by adding hydrogen to vegetable oil in order to give it more stability. This process also raises the melting point of vegetable oil. In cosmetics, it is an emollient.

3 Com. / 0 Irr.
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Hydrogenated Olive Oil Stearyl Esters Emulsion Stabilising
Oil

Hydrogenated Olive Oil Stearyl Esters is an oil.

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Disteardimonium Hectorite Stabilising

Disteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.

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Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer

We don't have a description for Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer.

Unknown Full details ->
Butylene Glycol Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning
1 / 0

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

1 Com. / 0 Irr.
Alcohol Antimicrobial, Astringent, Masking
Alcohol  •  5 Concerns

Alcohol comes in many different forms. Different types of alcohol will have different effects on skin. This ingredient is usually an astringent alcohol.

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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride Masking, Skin Conditioning

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.

Oryza Sativa Bran Water Masking, Perfuming
Fragrance

Oryza Sativa Bran Water comes from the outer layer of a rice kernel. It is a byproduct of milling rice, or the operation to produce a whole grain rice product.

Hydroxypropyl Bislauramide Mea Emollient

We don't have a description for Hydroxypropyl Bislauramide Mea.

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Oenothera Biennis Oil Emollient
3 / 2
Oil  •  Helps reduce irritation  •  Not safe for Fungal Acne

Oenothera Biennis Oil is the fixed oil derived from the seeds of the Evening Primrose.

3 Com. / 2 Irr.
Ceramide NP Skin Conditioning
Ceramide  •  4 Benefits

Ceramide NP is a type of ceramide.

Hydroxypropyl Bispalmitamide Mea Emollient

We don't have a description for Hydroxypropyl Bispalmitamide Mea.

Mannitol Humectant, Masking, Moisturising

Mannitol is a sugar alcohol. It is a humectant and moisturizes the skin. In vitro (not tested on a living organism), mannitol displays antioxidant properties.

Stearic Acid Cleansing, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising
2-3 / 0
2 Concerns

Stearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.

2-3 Com. / 0 Irr.
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Tocopherol Antioxidant, Masking, Skin Conditioning
0-3 / 0-3
Vitamin E  •  Antioxidant  •  4 Benefits  •  May cause irritation

Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.

0-3 Com. / 0-3 Irr.
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
1 / 0
Not safe for Fungal Acne

Copernicia Cerifera Wax comes from a palm tree native to Brazil. This wax is added to help give a thicker texture. It also helps create a film when applied.

1 Com. / 0 Irr.
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Butyl Acrylate

We don't have a description for Butyl Acrylate.

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Silica Abrasive, Absorbent
Exfoliant  •  2 Concerns

Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.

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Arachidic Acid Cleansing, Emulsifying
2 / 0
Not safe for Fungal Acne

Arachidic Acid is a fatty acid naturally found in peanut oil and cocoa butter. Like other fatty acids, arachidic acid moisturizes the skin.

2 Com. / 0 Irr.
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Palmitic Acid Emollient, Emulsifying
2 / 0
2 Concerns

Palmitic Acid is a fatty acid found in our skin. In cosmetics, it is usually derived from palm oil. It is a cleanser, emollient, and emulsifier.

2 Com. / 0 Irr.
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Cocos Nucifera Fruit Powder Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Cocos Nucifera Fruit Powder.

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Cholesterol Emollient, Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning
0 / 0
2 Benefits

Cholesterol is a class of organic molecules called lipids. It helps hydrate your skin and is essential to having a healthy skin barrier.

0 Com. / 0 Irr.
Oleic Acid Emollient, Emulsifying
3 Concerns

Oleic Acid is an Omega-9 fatty acid. It can be found in many plant oils such as avocado and marula oils.

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Liked

Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer. Polymers are compounds with high molecular weight. Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is an emollient and texture enhancer.

In one study, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene showed better skin hydration levels than Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. As an emollient, it helps keep your skin soft and hydrated by trapping moisture in.

Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is often used as a mineral oil replacement.

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Disliked

Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer made from isobutene.

It is a film-forming agent and helps bind ingredients together.

Polyisobutene is not absorbed by the skin.

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Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Mixed

Diisostearyl Malate is an emollient and most often used in lip products. It comes from isostearyl alcohol, a fatty acid, and malic acid, an AHA.

As an emollient, Diisostearyl Malate helps create a thin film on your skin to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin soft and smooth.

Abrasive, Emulsion Stabilising, Masking
Very Disliked

Synthetic Wax is created from fossil fuels such as natural gas. It is used to enhance texture, adjust pH, and as an occlusive.

It may also be used as an abrasive ingredient to exfoliate the skin.

Synthetic Wax may not be fungal acne safe.

Learn more about Synthetic Wax
Stabilising
Disliked

Disteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.

It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.

Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.

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Copernicia Cerifera Wax comes from a palm tree native to Brazil. This wax is added to help give a thicker texture. It also helps create a film when applied.

Copernicia Cerifera Wax contains aliphatic esters, diesters of cinnamic acid, myricyl cerotate, and small quantities of cerotic acid and myricyl alcohol.

Copernicia Cerifera Wax has the highest melting point of all natural waxes and low solubility.

Copernicia Cerifera Wax has commonly been used in Brazilian Folk medicine.

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Skin Conditioning
Loved

Ceramide NP is a type of ceramide.

Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.

Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.

If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.

Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP

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Antioxidant, Masking, Skin Conditioning
Liked

Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.

Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.

Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.

You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.

There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.

Learn more about Tocopherol

Ingredient Ratings

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Dewy Treatment Lip Balm
8
2
13
8
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mixed
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not rated
Atobarrier 365 Lip Balm
9
4
14
5
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mixed
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not rated

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