This barrier-repair lip moisturizer is formulated around Butyrospermum Parkii Butter to strengthen the lip barrier and hydrate lips.
What's inside
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin)
EmollientPolybutene
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientEthylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer
EmollientDipentaerythrityl Pentahydroxystearate/Pentaisostearate
Skin ConditioningDextrin Palmitate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone
Emollient
Limonene
Perfuming
Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
CI 73360
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantLinalool
Perfuming
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantAlumina
Abrasive
Citral
Perfuming
Erythritol
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Zingiber Officinale Root Extract
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Polybutene, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Diisostearyl Malate, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer, Dipentaerythrityl Pentahydroxystearate/Pentaisostearate, Dextrin Palmitate, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, CI 77891, Dimethicone, Limonene, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, CI 77491, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Parfum, CI 73360, CI 42090, Linalool, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, CI 77499, Alumina, Citral, Erythritol, Water, Butylene Glycol, Tocopherol, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Citric Acid
Petrolatum
Emollient
Polybutene
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Aroma
Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Tribehenin
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Mentha Piperita Oil
Masking
Sodium Saccharin
MaskingButylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide
MaskingMenthyl Lactate
Masking
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Petroselinum Crispum Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Petrolatum, Polybutene, Paraffinum Liquidum, Aroma, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Tribehenin, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Mentha Piperita Oil, Sodium Saccharin, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide, Menthyl Lactate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, Petroselinum Crispum Leaf Extract, Limonene, Linalool
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This ingredient is a high-molecular weight synthetic polymer. It is used to modify the viscosity of a formula, improve slip, and create a more "cushiony" texture.
Due to its large molecular size, this ingredient is not absorbed into the skin.
This ingredient is also known as shea butter. It is a plant-derived extract from the nuts of the Africa shea tree and one of the most well-studied emollients.
Because it has a high concentration of fatty acids (primarily oleic, stearic, and linoleic) it is able to form a protective barrier on the skin's surface. This helps seal in moisture and prevents transepidermal water loss (TEWL).
In vitro research found an increase in skin hydration by 58% and a decrease in TEWL by 37.8% after 24 hours of applying this ingredient (pretty impressive for a single ingredient!).
Besides hydration, shea butter also contains triterpenes that have anti-inflammatory potential. In particule, lupeol cinnamate has shown the highest anti-inflammatory activity in vivo.
Shea butter also contains vitamins A and E which may contribute to antioxidant activity.
While Shea Butter has an SPF rating of about 3-4, it is not a sunscreen replacement.
This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe because its fatty acids fall within the C11-C24 range that the Malassezia yeast can metabolize.
This ingredient shows up on a lot of "pore-clogging" lists but there's no real evidence behind that. It doesn't even have a comedogenic rating from an actual study; the numbers you'll find online come from blogs citing other blogs.
Ratings for other ingredients mostly come from a 1980s rabbit ear test. This test doesn't translate well to human skin or to real products because the ingredient sits at a much lower percentage.
Some people still find it breaks them out. So if that's you, definitely trust your skin. Just know this one's based on experience and not evidence.
Learn more about Butyrospermum Parkii ButterThis is a synthetic polymer used to thicken formulas, improve texture, and enhance spreadability.
Due to its large molecule size, this ingredient does not penetrate the skin and is considered well-tolerated.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about LimoneneLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolPolybutene is used to help control the viscosity of a product. This just means it helps adjusts the texture.
It is a polymer and does not get absorbed into the skin due to its large size.
Studies found this ingredient did not irritate skin in concentrations below 15%.
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