Nivea Sun Protect Lip Balm SPF 30 - Sweden Versus Cancer Council Ultra Lip Balm SPF 50+
Updated on February 06, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both lip moisturizers. They have a total of 2 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Nivea Sun Protect Lip Balm SPF 30 15 ingredients
Cancer Council Ultra Lip Balm SPF 50+ 17 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Nivea Sun Protect Lip Balm SPF 30 15 ingredients
Cancer Council Ultra Lip Balm SPF 50+ 17 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Octyldodecanol
EmollientRicinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Cera Alba
Emollient
Hydrogenated Rapeseed Oil
Emollient
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Cetyl Palmitate
Emollient
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Aroma
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Linalool
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Octyldodecanol, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Cera Alba, Hydrogenated Rapeseed Oil, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Cetyl Palmitate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Aroma, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Linalool, Citronellol
4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor
UV Absorber
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Homosalate
Skin Conditioning
Octocrylene
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Caprylic/Capric/Stearic Triglyceride
Skin ConditioningCeresin
Emulsion StabilisingCocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Colloidal Silver
AntimicrobialTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Menthol
Masking
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Pvp
Emulsion StabilisingSaccharin
MaskingSynthetic Wax
Abrasive
4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Homosalate, Octocrylene, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Caprylic/Capric/Stearic Triglyceride, Ceresin, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Colloidal Silver, Tocopheryl Acetate, Parfum, Paraffinum Liquidum, Menthol, Microcrystalline Wax, Pvp, Saccharin, Synthetic Wax
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Also known as Avobenzone, this ingredient is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-A range.
Avobenzone is globally approved and is the most commonly used UV-A filter in the world.
Studies have found that avobenzone becomes ineffective when exposed to UV light (it is not photostable; meaning that it breaks down in sunlight). Because of this, formulations that include avobenzone will usually contain stabilizers such as octocrylene.
However, some modern formulations (looking at you, EU!) are able to stabilize avobenzone by coating the molecules.
Avobenzone does not protect against the UV-B range, so it's important to check that the sunscreen you're using contains other UV filters that do!
The highest concentration of avobenzone permitted is 3% in the US, and 5% in the EU.
Learn more about Butyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneEthylhexyl Salicylate is an organic compound used to block UV rays. It primarily absorbs UVB rays but offers a small amount of UVA protection as well.
Commonly found in sunscreens, Ethylhexyl Salicylate is created from salicylic acid and 2-ethylhexanol. You might know salicylic acid as the effective acne fighter ingredient and BHA.
The ethylhexanol in this ingredient is a fatty alcohol and helps hydrate your skin, similar to oils. It is an emollient, which means it traps moisture into the skin.
According to manufacturers, Ethylhexyl Salicylate absorbs UV wavelength of 295-315 nm, with a peak absorption at 307-310 nm. UVA rays are linked to long term skin damage, such as hyperpigmentation. UVB rays emit more energy and are capable of damaging our DNA. UVB rays cause sunburn.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl SalicylateIngredient Ratings
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