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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Dear, Klairs Fundamental Watery Oil Drop versus Dr.Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Lip Balm .

Last updated on January 14, 2024. Published on January 25, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 5 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain ceramides and exfoliants

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin and sensitive skin

Free From

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

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Serum South Korean Brand South Korea
Lip Moisturizer South Korean Brand South Korea

Serum

Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.

Lip Moisturizer

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

Price

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Starts at $20.15
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Starts at $9.99

Ingredient Info

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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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Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Exfoliators
Ceramides
Hyaluronic Acid
Peptides (2)

Benefits

Hydrating (4)
Redness Reducing (4)
Reduces Irritation (4)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (3)
Dark Spots (2)
Acne Fighting
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Acne Trigger

Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators (2)
Ceramides

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation
Anti-Aging
Acne Fighting

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

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1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Dear, Klairs Fundamental Watery Oil Drop contains this as ingredient number 1.

Dr.Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Lip Balm contains this as ingredient number 17.

2
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

  • It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
  • It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
  • It helps improve product application.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

Dear, Klairs Fundamental Watery Oil Drop contains this as ingredient number 3.

Dr.Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Lip Balm contains this as ingredient number 20.

3
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.

In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.

Dear, Klairs Fundamental Watery Oil Drop contains this as ingredient number 10.

Dr.Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Lip Balm contains this as ingredient number 31.

4
What it does: Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Astringent, Emollient, Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Tonic
Community Rating: Loved

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is derived from the leaves of the tea plant. Black tea, green tea, and oolong tea are all harvested from this plant.

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract has many benefits. It contains polyphenols, a strong antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight off free-radical molecules that damage skin cells. The antioxidants in green tea neutralize free-radicals from the sun. This gives the skin some extra UV protection, but should not replace sunscreen.

Many components of tea have anti-inflammatory properties. Polyphenols and L-theanine help soothe the skin and reduce irritation. L-theanine is an amino acid that makes up most of the amino acids found in tea leaves. The caffeine in Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract helps calm inflamed blood vessels.

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract also contains Vitamin Bs, linoleic acid, magnesium, calcium, iron, and zinc.

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract also has antimicrobial properties.

Research has shown both drinking Camellia Sinensis Leaf Tea and applying it to the skin can help boost skin elasticity and hydration. Studies also show using tea extract may reduce sebum, or oil, production.

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Dear, Klairs Fundamental Watery Oil Drop contains this as ingredient number 12.

Dr.Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Lip Balm contains this as ingredient number 28.

5
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Ceramide NP is a type of ceramide.

Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.

Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.

If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.

Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP

Learn more about Ceramide NP

Dear, Klairs Fundamental Watery Oil Drop contains this as ingredient number 25.

Dr.Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Lip Balm contains this as ingredient number 22.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

54% are loved or liked
25% have mixed ratings
21% are disliked or very disliked
0% have no rating yet
39% are loved or liked
16% have mixed ratings
32% are disliked or very disliked
13% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Dear, Klairs Fundamental Watery Oil Drop 28 ingredients

4.7 /5
from 3 ratings
Absorbs Well (1) Expensive (1) Hydrating (1) Light (1) No Scent (1) Works Well (1)
ChantelleAng's avatar

ChantelleAng

4 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

repeated purchase!! hydrates my skin well not oily

Dr.Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Lip Balm 31 ingredients

1.0 /5
from 1 rating
Doesn't Work (1) Drying (1) Expensive (1) Light (1)
Daniel.Chin's avatar

Daniel.Chin

4 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

Not hydrating, and seems to dry my lips further.

Update: I’ve had to throw away as it’s actually split my lips. Wouldn’t recommend.

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