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DHC Lip Cream Versus Melty Cream Lip Lip Balm SPF 25 - Milk Vanilla

Lip Moisturizer
Lip Moisturizer
Japanese Brand Japan
Japanese Brand Japan

Updated on November 13, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both lip moisturizers. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain Vitamin E

Suited For

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

Free From

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

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances and oils

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Ingredient Info

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DHC Lip Cream 15 ingredients

Melty Cream Lip Lip Balm SPF 25 40 ingredients

About this product

About this product

At a glance

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DHC Lip Cream 15 ingredients

Melty Cream Lip Lip Balm SPF 25 40 ingredients

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products
Lip Balm SPF 25

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Emollient, Skin Conditioning

Squalane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.

Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.

Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.

Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).

In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.

The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.

Is squalane vegan?

This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.

Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.

Read more about squalene with an "e".

Learn more about Squalane
Perfuming, Skin Conditioning

Paraffin 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.

Masking, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning

Olea Europaea Fruit Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the ripe fruit of the Olive. In other words - olive oil.

The primary contents of olive oil are glycerides of the fatty acids linoleic, oleic and palmitic.

Olive oil also contains antioxidants such as Vitamin E. Antioxidants may help reduce signs of aging by fighting unstable free-radical molecules. It also contains Vitamins A (retinol), D, and K.

The squalene in olive oil makes it a great emollient. Emollients help soothe and soften your skin by trapping moisture in. This makes olive oil a great skin moisturizer.

Studies show olive oil to have antibacterial and antifungal properties in low concentrations. Another study found olive oil irritated sensitive oily skin. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.

Due to the fatty acid content, this ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.

Learn more about Olea Europaea Fruit Oil

When to use

DHC Lip Cream 15 ingredients

Melty Cream Lip Lip Balm SPF 25 40 ingredients

38 Routines
50% use in am
50% use in pm
95% use every day
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37 Routines
84% use in am
16% use in pm
100% use every day
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Reviews

Here's what our community thinks

DHC Lip Cream 15 ingredients

4.3 /5
from 4 ratings
Great Value (1) Light (1) Works Well (1)
sacante's avatar

sacante

1 year ago
Review

leaves a nice dewy finish and my lips feel very hydrated but doesn't last that long at all. maybe max a couple hours.

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geets

6 months ago
Review

only lasts a couple of hours so u need to keep reapplying. leaves a glossy like look, and makes ur lips look healthy. the tube finishes pretty quickly tho. i like this better than vaseline!!!

Melty Cream Lip Lip Balm SPF 25 40 ingredients

4.4 /5
from 8 ratings
Works Well (6) Hydrating (5) Light (4)
M123's avatar

M123

1 year ago
Review

feels great, I wanted to love it completely but it just doesn’t stay on the lips long enough to hit the mark for my insane lip product standards.

#great value
#light
#works well
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sword

9 months ago
Review

The butteriest best lip balm I have ever used. It's not sticky or overly-shiny, it's just very smooth and moisturizing. You only have to use a little since it's so easy to slide on (it's not dry/hard like other lip balm chapstick products).

#hydrating
#light
#absorbs well
#light scent