This barrier-repair lip moisturizer is formulated around Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2 and Squalane to strengthen the lip barrier and hydrate lips.
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientOctyldodecanol
Emollient
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Polybutene
Tridecyl Trimellitate
EmollientMicrocrystalline Wax
Emulsion StabilisingSynthetic Wax
Abrasive
Squalane
Emollient
Silica Silylate
Emollient
Dicalcium Phosphate
Abrasive
Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Diisostearyl Malate, Octyldodecanol, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Polybutene, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Microcrystalline Wax, Synthetic Wax, Squalane, Silica Silylate, Dicalcium Phosphate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Tocopheryl Acetate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, CI 77891, CI 45410, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 42090
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Polypropylsilsesquioxane
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientKaolin
Abrasive
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion StabilisingSynthetic Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
CI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic Colorant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer
Abrasive
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
CI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantTocopherol
Antioxidant
Phenyl Trimethicone, Dimethicone, Silica, Polypropylsilsesquioxane, Diisostearyl Malate, Kaolin, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Titanium Dioxide, Synthetic Wax, Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer, Microcrystalline Wax, Synthetic Beeswax, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, CI 19140, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, CI 45410, CI 77491, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer, Tocopheryl Acetate, CI 42090, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, CI 77499, Tocopherol
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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.
Ci 42090 is a synthetic dye created from petroleum. It is used to give a bright blue color to cosmetics, medicine, and food.
CI 45410 is a synthetic red-pigment and dye.
It often goes by both Red 28 or Red 27; manufacturers label both ingredients as CI 45410.
This dye is commonly found in makeup because it imparts a vivid color. Some types of this dye change color based on pH level and interaction with moisture:
Your skin has a natural pH of around 4.5 - 5.5.
According to the FDA, CI 45410 is not permitted for use in eye products.
Red 27 is a flourescein dye and commonly used as a fluorescent tracer in medicine.
Learn more about CI 45410Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77491Diisostearyl 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.
Microcrystalline Wax is derived from petroleum through a de-oiling process, then highly refined and purified before use in cosmetics.
In skincare formulations, it is used to improve texture and create a smooth, even consistency. It also helps stabilize products by preventing ingredients from separating.
Synthetic Wax is a manufactured hydrocarbon wax. In formulas, it works as an occlusive emollient that helps reduce water loss and improves the spreadability of products.
Research comparing synthetic wax to traditional mineral-derived products found that formulas containing it perform as well for skin hydration.
It is considered non-comedogenic and vegan-friendly.
This ingredient has a well-established safety record by the CIR Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety.
Synthetic Waxes are straight/branched-chain hydrocarbons with no ester bond or fatty acids. That means there is nothing for the Malassezia yeast to feed on.
Learn more about Synthetic WaxTocopheryl Acetate is a stable, shelf-friendly form of vitamin E.
Formulators love it because plain vitamin E oxidizes quickly once it hits air. This acetate version stays stable and resists going off, helping to extend a product's shelf life.
It's actually inactive on its own and works like a slow-release "storage" form; the enzymes in your skin called esterases gradually convert it into active vitamin E over time.
One in vivo study showed 5% of the acetate in the living layer of the epidermis converted to vitamin E after 5 days of application. This study also found the skin gained protection against UV damage even though the conversion was slow and small.
Once converted, vitamin E acts as a skin's main fat-soluble antioxidant that fights free radicals to protect skin from damage.
Topical vitamin E generally boosts the skin's photoprotection, and it reduced UV-damage in animal models.
This ingredient has some brightening potential but it's more of a prevention ingredient than spot-fader. Cell studies show it can slow down melanin production but it's worth noting that it's not the most powerful brightener out there.
Overall, it has a pretty solid safety profile and has been found to be non-irritating and non-comedogenic. Allergic reactions may happen but stay rare due to how widely the ingredient gets used.
The concentration will vary depending on the formula; industry data shows 0.1% in baby lotions, 3% in lipsticks, and 5% in foot powders. You can also find this ingredient at 100% in a pure vitamin E oil.
Most leave-on skincare keeps it at the lower end, often between 0.5-1%.
Learn more about Tocopheryl Acetate
