CAIA Cosmetics SOS Rescue Balm Versus Laneige Lip Glowy Balm

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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of CAIA Cosmetics SOS Rescue Balm versus Laneige Lip Glowy Balm .

Last updated on March 27, 2024. Published on March 27, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe lip moisturizers. They have a total of 13 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Lip Moisturizer

Lip moisturizers help add moisture to the lips. They may come in the form of balms, gloss, scrubs, or oils.

Lip Moisturizer

Lip moisturizers help add moisture to the lips. They may come in the form of balms, gloss, scrubs, or oils.

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Ingredient Info

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CAIA Cosmetics SOS Rescue Balm 19 ingredients

Laneige Lip Glowy Balm 35 ingredients

alcohol-free

silicon-free

fragrance-free

sulfate-free

paraben-free

oil-free

fungal-acne safe

reef-safe

eu-allergen-free

vegan

cruelty-free

alcohol-free

silicon-free

fragrance-free

sulfate-free

paraben-free

oil-free

fungal-acne safe

reef-safe

eu-allergen-free

vegan

cruelty-free

At a glance

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CAIA Cosmetics SOS Rescue Balm 19 ingredients

Laneige Lip Glowy Balm 35 ingredients

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E

Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating (2)

Anti-Aging

Scar Healing

Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)

Irritating

Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)

Rosacea

Eczema (2)

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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

CAIA Cosmetics SOS Rescue Balm 19 ingredients

Laneige Lip Glowy Balm 35 ingredients

Diisostearyl Malate • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate • Polybutene • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Synthetic Wax • Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer • Tocopherol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Glyceryl Caprylate • Candelilla Wax Esters • Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer • Copernicia Cerifera Cera • Dimethicone • Methicone • Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate • Mica • CI 15850 • CI 15985

Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Phytosteryl Oleate • Hydrogenated Lard • Diisostearyl Malate • Polybutene • Phytosteryl Isostearyl Dimer Dilinoleate • Microcrystalline Wax • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Sucrose Tetrastearate Triacetate • Synthetic Wax • Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer • Mica • Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter • Euphorbia Cerifera Cera • Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer • Parfum • Candelilla Wax Esters • Dehydroacetic Acid • Dimethicone • Methicone • Copernicia Cerifera Wax • Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate • CI 15850 • Water • Propanediol • BHA • Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract • Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract • Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract • Coffea Arabica Seed Extract • Sapindus Mukorossi Fruit Extract • Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract • Fragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract • Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Extract • Phenoxyethanol

Ingredients Side-by-side

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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.

Diisostearyl Malate

What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning

Community Rating: 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.

CAIA Cosmetics SOS Rescue Balm contains this as ingredient number 1.

Laneige Lip Glowy Balm contains this as ingredient number 4.

Hydrogenated Polyisobutene

What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning

Community Rating: 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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CAIA Cosmetics SOS Rescue Balm contains this as ingredient number 2.

Laneige Lip Glowy Balm contains this as ingredient number 1.

Polybutene

What it does:

Community Rating: Disliked

Polybutene is used to help control the viscosity of a product. This just means it helps adjusts the texture.

It is a polymer and does not get absorbed into the skin due to its large size.

Studies found this ingredient did not irritate skin in concentrations below 15%.

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CAIA Cosmetics SOS Rescue Balm contains this as ingredient number 4.

Laneige Lip Glowy Balm contains this as ingredient number 5.

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter

What it does: Skin Conditioning

Community Rating: Very Disliked

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

Emollients help soothe and soften your skin. It does this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.

Shea butter is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals, or molecules that may harm the body. It is also full of fatty acids including stearic acid and linoleic acid. These acids help replenish the skin and keep skin moisturized.

While Shea Butter has an SPF rating of about 3-4, it is not a sunscreen replacement.

Shea butter may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.

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CAIA Cosmetics SOS Rescue Balm contains this as ingredient number 5.

Laneige Lip Glowy Balm contains this as ingredient number 8.

Synthetic Wax

What it does: Abrasive, Emulsion Stabilising, Masking

Community Rating: 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.

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CAIA Cosmetics SOS Rescue Balm contains this as ingredient number 6.

Laneige Lip Glowy Balm contains this as ingredient number 10.

Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer

What it does:

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

CAIA Cosmetics SOS Rescue Balm contains this as ingredient number 7.

Laneige Lip Glowy Balm contains this as ingredient number 11.

Candelilla Wax Esters

What it does:

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

CAIA Cosmetics SOS Rescue Balm contains this as ingredient number 11.

Laneige Lip Glowy Balm contains this as ingredient number 17.

Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer

What it does:

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

CAIA Cosmetics SOS Rescue Balm contains this as ingredient number 12.

Laneige Lip Glowy Balm contains this as ingredient number 15.

Dimethicone

What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

CAIA Cosmetics SOS Rescue Balm contains this as ingredient number 14.

Laneige Lip Glowy Balm contains this as ingredient number 19.

Methicone

What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning

Methicone is a type of silicone.

CAIA Cosmetics SOS Rescue Balm contains this as ingredient number 15.

Laneige Lip Glowy Balm contains this as ingredient number 20.

Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate

What it does: Emulsifying

Community Rating: Very Disliked

This ingredient is a form of glycerin with emulsifying and emollient properties.

As an emulsifier, this ingredient helps keep products together while adding a thick texture. The manufacturer states this ingredient has emollient properties. Emollients help keep the skin hydrated by trapping moisture in.

Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate is created by reacting diglycerin and isostearic acid. Due to the isostearic acid base, it may not be safe for Malassezia or fungal acne.

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CAIA Cosmetics SOS Rescue Balm contains this as ingredient number 16.

Laneige Lip Glowy Balm contains this as ingredient number 22.

Mica

What it does: Cosmetic Colorant

Community Rating: Very Disliked

Mica refers to a group of silicate minerals. Mica crystals are easily split to give products a shimmer. These crystals are able to reflect light to temporarily give your skin a glowy look.

Mica is found to be safe. Trace amounts of heavy metals may be found in mica, but these metals are not harmful in our personal products.

Mica has been used since prehistoric times throughout the world. Ancient Egyptian, Indian, Greek, Roman, Aztec, and Chinese civilizations have used mica.

Mica can be naturally found throughout the world. However, some sources of mica may be controversial. In 2016, mica mined in the Jharkhand state in India was found to be using child labor. However, companies are able to source ethical mica affiliated with international organizations that monitor the mica supply chain.

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CAIA Cosmetics SOS Rescue Balm contains this as ingredient number 17.

Laneige Lip Glowy Balm contains this as ingredient number 12.

CI 15850

What it does: Cosmetic Colorant

Community Rating: Very Disliked

Ci 15850 is the pigment color red. It is an azo dye and created synthetically.

Azo dyes need to be thoroughly purified before use. This allows them to be more stable and longer-lasting.

This ingredient is common in foundations, lipsticks, and blushes. This color is described as brown/orangey red.

It has many secondary names such as Red 6 and Red 7. According to a manufacturer, Red 6 usually contains aluminum.

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CAIA Cosmetics SOS Rescue Balm contains this as ingredient number 18.