ChapStick Classic Lip Balm - Cherry Versus Vaseline Lip Therapy Stick - Original
Updated on October 10, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe lip moisturizers. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
ChapStick Classic Lip Balm 18 ingredients
Vaseline Lip Therapy Stick 17 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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ChapStick Classic Lip Balm 18 ingredients
Vaseline Lip Therapy Stick 17 ingredients
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Petrolatum
Emollient
Arachidyl Propionate
EmollientCamphor
Masking
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Isopropyl Lanolate
Emollient
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Lanolin
Emollient
Citrus Limon Peel Oil
Masking
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Maltol
MaskingOctyldodecanol
EmollientParaffin
Perfuming
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
CI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantSaccharin
MaskingPalau White Clay
HumectantOctyldodecanol
EmollientMicrocrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingRicinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Cetyl Palmitate
Emollient
Petrolatum
Emollient
Myristyl Myristate
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate
Emulsifying
Water
Skin ConditioningButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
C20-40 Alkyl Stearate
Skin ConditioningBeeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Glycerin
Humectant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Octyldodecanol, Microcrystalline Wax, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Cetyl Palmitate, Petrolatum, Myristyl Myristate, Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate, Water, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Cetearyl Alcohol, C20-40 Alkyl Stearate, Beeswax, Glycerin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Panthenol
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 PetrolatumCopernicia 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.
Learn more about Copernicia Cerifera WaxOctyldodecanol is a fatty alcohol. It is primarily used to enhance the texture of products.
As an emulsifier, Octyldodecanol helps prevent the oils and waters from separating. It also prevents ingredients from creating foam when shaken.
Octyldodecanol is created by reducing fatty acid to an alcohol.
Due to its high molecular weight, it does not get absorbed into the skin.
Learn more about OctyldodecanolIngredient Ratings
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ChapStick Classic Lip Balm 18 ingredients
Vaseline Lip Therapy Stick 17 ingredients
Reviews
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Vaseline Lip Therapy Stick 17 ingredients
A decent lip moisturizer. Didn't moisturize that much, but it traps the moisture on your lips. Not very effective when applying it on a dry lip, but you can try drinking water before applying this or apply some toner on your lips
Didn't stop my cracked dry lips from bleeding but at least I didn't feel any irritation from using this product. It does make my lips feel less dry after applying this but only around 2 hours at most. Once it dries up, however, you'll find yourself craving to put this on again to remove the dry feeling of the lips.
