Carmex Click-Stick Moisturizing Lip Balm SPF 15 - Strawberry Versus ChapStick Moisturizer Lip Balm - Original
Updated on February 07, 2025
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
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Carmex Click-Stick Moisturizing Lip Balm SPF 15 15 ingredients
ChapStick Moisturizer Lip Balm 16 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Carmex Click-Stick Moisturizing Lip Balm SPF 15 15 ingredients
ChapStick Moisturizer Lip Balm 16 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 7.5%
UV Absorber
Petrolatum 42.3%
Emollient
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Isocetyl Stearate
Emollient
Isopropyl Lanolate
Emollient
Lanolin
Emollient
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Paraffin
Perfuming
Saccharin
MaskingTocopheryl Linoleate/Oleate
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Palau White Clay
HumectantButyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 7.5%, Petrolatum 42.3%, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Cetyl Alcohol, Parfum, Isocetyl Stearate, Isopropyl Lanolate, Lanolin, Paraffinum Liquidum, Paraffin, Saccharin, Tocopheryl Linoleate/Oleate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Palau White Clay
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Petrolatum 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 PetrolatumLanolin 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 LanolinEthylhexyl 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 MethoxycinnamateParaffin is a solid created from petroleum. The term 'paraffin' can also refer to either petroleum jelly or mineral oil.
It has natural occlusive properties which can worsen oily skin. Due to its petrolatum base, this ingredient is not fungal-acne safe.
Ingredient Ratings
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When to use
Carmex Click-Stick Moisturizing Lip Balm SPF 15 15 ingredients
ChapStick Moisturizer Lip Balm 16 ingredients
Reviews
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Carmex Click-Stick Moisturizing Lip Balm SPF 15 15 ingredients
Firstly this absolutely should not work, the ingredients are basically everything you should avoid in a lip balm, so I don’t recommend trying it. But… this did make my lips feel amazing! Only the strawberry one though, I’ve tried them all and for some reason the rest of them did nothing for me.
The texture was perfect for me, it smelt incredible, and while I imagine the long term effects are Show more
Used this when the original variant isn't available. It's kinda like using a strawberry-scented Chapstick but works as good as Carmex original variant. Like the original variant of Carmex, this doesn't leave a craving feeling to reapply when it dries up.
