Blistex Medicated SPF 15 Lip Balm Versus Rohto Mentholatum Water Lip Tone Up CC SPF 20 PA+ - Pure Red
Updated on July 26, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both lip moisturizers. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances, oils and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Blistex Medicated SPF 15 Lip Balm 23 ingredients
Rohto Mentholatum Water Lip Tone Up CC SPF 20 PA+ 25 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Blistex Medicated SPF 15 Lip Balm 23 ingredients
Rohto Mentholatum Water Lip Tone Up CC SPF 20 PA+ 25 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Dimethicone 2%
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 6.6%
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Salicylate 4.4%
UV Absorber
Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Camphor
Masking
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetyl Palmitate
Emollient
Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
Aroma
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Lanolin
Emollient
Lanolin Oil
Emollient
Menthol
Masking
Methyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingParaffin
Perfuming
Petrolatum
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polybutene
CI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantTheobroma Cacao Seed Butter
Emollient
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Dimethicone 2%, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 6.6%, Ethylhexyl Salicylate 4.4%, Beeswax, Camphor, Cetyl Alcohol, Cetyl Palmitate, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Aroma, Isopropyl Myristate, Lanolin, Lanolin Oil, Menthol, Methyl Salicylate, Paraffinum Liquidum, Ozokerite, Paraffin, Petrolatum, Phenoxyethanol, Polybutene, CI 15850, Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter, Titanium Dioxide
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientPolyethylene
Abrasive
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientC10-30 Cholesterol/Lanosterol Esters
Emulsifying
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Lanolin
Emollient
Petrolatum
Emollient
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Water
Skin ConditioningSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Hydrogen Dimethicone
Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Barium Sulfate
Cosmetic Colorant
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45380
Cosmetic ColorantCetyl Ethylhexanoate, Polyethylene, Diisostearyl Malate, C10-30 Cholesterol/Lanosterol Esters, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Lanolin, Petrolatum, Microcrystalline Wax, Water, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Barium Sulfate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Titanium Dioxide, CI 15985, CI 45380
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is an organic compound that provides UVB protection. It often goes by the more common name of octinoxate. It is created from methoxycinnamic acid and 2-ethylhexanol.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate absorbs UVB rays with wavelengths between 280-320 nm. UV absorbers protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.
UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA, causing sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer.
The state of Hawaii has banned sunscreens containing octinoxate due to its potential impact on coral reefs. More research is needed to bridge gaps in this research. The European Union allows higher levels of octinoxate in sunscreens than the US and Australia.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is oil soluble. It is not stable and may lose efficacy when exposed to sunlight.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl MethoxycinnamateLanolin is a wax secreted by animals with wool, such as sheep. It is a waterproof emollient.
Emollients help soften and moisturize the skin by creating a film. This film prevents moisture from escaping, helping the skin stay hydrated.
Unlike true fats, lanolin contains sterol esters instead of glycerides. It also contains fatty acids and alcohols.
Because lanolin comes from an animal, it is not considered vegan. Sheep secrete lanolin through sebaceous glands to help protect their skin from the environment.
The answer to this question depends on the brand itself. Being cruelty-free means a brand does not experiment or harm animals. We recommend looking into how brands source their lanolin. Lanolin is cruelty-free if it is gathered without harming the animal.
Learn more about LanolinPetrolatum is more commonly known as petroleum jelly. It is created by mixing waxes and mineral oils.
This ingredient is effective at reducing water loss by 99%. This is because it is an occlusive. Occlusives create a hydrophobic barrier on the skin to prevent evaporation. This property makes it great for hydrating dry skin.
Pro tip: Use occlusives, such as this ingredient, on damp skin for the best results.
The quality or origin of petrolatum is only known when disclosed by the brand. Most cosmetic petrolatum has gone through several purification stages.
Another benefit of occlusives is it protects your skin against infection or allergies.
Petrolatum may not be safe for fungal-acne. Studies show mineral oil / petroleum leads to the growth of M. Furfur, a type of yeast.
Learn more about PetrolatumTitanium Dioxide is a mineral (or physical) sunscreen ingredient that provides broad-spectrum protection by blocking both UV-A and UV-B rays.
It sits on the skin’s surface and primarily reflects and scatters UV light and also absorbs some of it.
This makes the line between “mineral” and “chemical” sunscreens a bit blurry, but in skincare labeling, Titanium Dioxide and Zinc Oxide are the two ingredients officially classified as mineral filters.
Because it’s non-irritating, Titanium Dioxide is often recommended for sensitive or acne-prone skin.
Thanks to modern production methods, nano-scale or fine-grade Titanium Dioxide is now widely used in cosmetics to reduce white cast and improve texture.
Despite its small particle size, studies show that Titanium Dioxide, even in nanoparticle form, is not absorbed into the skin.
Learn more about Titanium DioxideIngredient Ratings
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Blistex Medicated SPF 15 Lip Balm 23 ingredients
Rohto Mentholatum Water Lip Tone Up CC SPF 20 PA+ 25 ingredients
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