Nivea Sun Protect Lip Balm SPF 30 - US Versus ISDIN Protector Labial SPF 50+
Updated on May 26, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both lip moisturizers. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain SPF and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Nivea Sun Protect Lip Balm SPF 30 31 ingredients
ISDIN Protector Labial SPF 50+ 27 ingredients
What's inside
What's inside
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Nivea Sun Protect Lip Balm SPF 30 31 ingredients
ISDIN Protector Labial SPF 50+ 27 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Cera Microcristallina
Emulsion Stabilising
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientCetyl Palmitate
Emollient
Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientRicinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Myristyl Myristate
Emollient
Octyldodecanol
EmollientSynthetic Wax
Abrasive
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
C20-40 Alkyl Stearate
Skin ConditioningDiethylhexyl Butamido Triazone
UV Absorber
PEG-12 Carnauba
Emulsion StabilisingButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Cera Alba
Emollient
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Skin Conditioning
Linalool
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Citral
Perfuming
Parfum
Masking
CI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCera Microcristallina, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Cetyl Palmitate, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Titanium Dioxide, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Myristyl Myristate, Octyldodecanol, Synthetic Wax, Cetearyl Alcohol, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, C20-40 Alkyl Stearate, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, PEG-12 Carnauba, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract, Cera Alba, Propylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Linalool, Limonene, Benzyl Alcohol, Benzyl Benzoate, Citral, Parfum, CI 15985, CI 19140
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Cera Microcristallina
Emulsion Stabilising
Cocoglycerides
Emollient
Octocrylene
UV Absorber
Dibutyl Adipate
EmollientParaffin
Perfuming
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Copernicia Cerifera Cera
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Octyldodecanol
EmollientDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Lanolin
Emollient
Glycol Montanate
Emulsifying1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientShorea Robusta Resin
TonicShorea Stenoptera Seed Butter
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantBisabolol
Masking
BHT
Antioxidant
Tropolone
Skin ConditioningTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
CI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantRicinus Communis Seed Oil, Cera Microcristallina, Cocoglycerides, Octocrylene, Dibutyl Adipate, Paraffin, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Copernicia Cerifera Cera, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Octyldodecanol, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Lanolin, Glycol Montanate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Parfum, Caprylyl Glycol, Shorea Robusta Resin, Shorea Stenoptera Seed Butter, Tocopheryl Acetate, CI 77891, Bisabolol, BHT, Tropolone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tocopherol, CI 15850
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 MethoxydibenzoylmethaneCera Microcristallina isn't fungal acne safe.
Ethylhexyl Triazone is a modern chemical sunscreen that protects from UV-B radiation.
It is the most effective of existing UV-B filters, as it provides the highest level of photo-stable absorption. It protects from the entire UV-B range (280 to 320nm), with it's highest level of protection at 314nm.
Ethylhexyl Triazone is oil soluble, oderless and colorless, which mean it is able to be incorporated into a variety of different formulations.
It is not currently available within the United States due to slow changing FDA regulations. Outside of the US, it is used in formulations at concentrations up to 5%.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl TriazoneOctyldodecanol is a fatty alcohol. It is primarily used to enhance the texture of products.
As an emulsifier, Octyldodecanol helps prevent the oils and waters from separating. It also prevents ingredients from creating foam when shaken.
Octyldodecanol is created by reducing fatty acid to an alcohol.
Due to its high molecular weight, it does not get absorbed into the skin.
Learn more about OctyldodecanolParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or '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 by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumRicinus Communis Seed Oil is the INCI name for castor oil.
Castor Oil helps moisturize the skin. It is rich in a fatty acid called ricinoleic acid. This fatty acid helps prevent moisture loss on the skin. This helps keep your skin soft and hydrated. Ricinoleic acid also has anti-inflammatory and pain reducing properties.
Besides hydrating the skin, castor oil is also used to hydrate hair. By keeping the hair shaft moisturized, breakage is decreased. More studies are needed to show castor oil's effective on stimulating hair growth.
Castor oil is created by cold-pressing castor seeds and then purifying the oil with heat. It was used in Ancient Egypt as fuel in lamps and to help treat eye irritation.
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 Ricinus Communis Seed OilTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateIngredient Ratings
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