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Mac Cosmetics Matte Lipstick - Taupe Versus Carmex Medicated Lip Balm Tube

Lipstick
Lip Moisturizer
American Brand United States
American Brand United States

Updated on February 07, 2025

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 1 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for brightening skin and reducing pores

Free From

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

What's Inside

They both contain common allergens and oils

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Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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Masking

Vanillin is the main compound of the vanilla bean. It is naturally occuring but can also be artificially created.

This ingredient exhibits antioxidant properties but is also a known skin-irritant.

Vanillism is the term of contact-dermatitis associated with the vanilla plant. The sap of the vanilla plant triggers skin irritation, swelling, and redness.

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When to use

9 Routines
67% use in am
33% use in pm
78% use every day
35 Routines
49% use in am
51% use in pm
100% use every day
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Reviews

Here's what our community thinks

Mac Cosmetics Matte Lipstick 31 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 2 ratings

Carmex Medicated Lip Balm Tube 12 ingredients

1.9 /5
from 7 ratings
Strong Scent (3) Sticky (2) Great Value (2)
mjbeam's avatar

mj Beam

10 months ago
Review

Initially worked OK, but I developed painful red cracks at the corners of my mouth after a few uses.

#irritating
#sticky
faulmag's avatar

faulmag

1 year ago
Review

It works fine but when I kiss my boyfriend he tastes like the industrial district... not a fan... or even if I get a little in my mouth. Just way too strong. Even the scent is suffocating.

#hydrating
#heavy
#strong scent