O’Keeffe’s Lip Repair & Protect SPF 15 Versus Blistex Lip Medex
Updated on December 17, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both lip moisturizers. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
O’Keeffe’s Lip Repair & Protect SPF 15 21 ingredients
Blistex Lip Medex 16 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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O’Keeffe’s Lip Repair & Protect SPF 15 21 ingredients
Blistex Lip Medex 16 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Dimethicone
Emollient
Petrolatum
Emollient
Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin)
EmollientPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Trimethylpentanediol/Adipic Acid/Glycerin Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Aroma
Octocrylene
UV Absorber
Polysilicone-11
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientHydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Emollient
Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Sodium Saccharin
MaskingCitrus Aurantifolia Peel Oil
Masking
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Beeswax, Dimethicone, Petrolatum, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Phenyl Trimethicone, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Trimethylpentanediol/Adipic Acid/Glycerin Crosspolymer, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Aroma, Octocrylene, Polysilicone-11, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Sodium Saccharin, Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Camphor 1%
Masking
Menthol 1%
Masking
Petrolatum 59.14%
Emollient
Phenol 0.54%
Antimicrobial
Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Diisopropyl Adipate
EmollientAroma
Parfum
Masking
Lanolin
Emollient
Menthoxypropanediol
Masking
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Myristyl Myristate
Emollient
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Saccharin
MaskingTheobroma Cacao Seed Butter
Emollient
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Aroma refers to an ingredient, or mixture of ingredients, that impart or mask a flavor.
The name is slightly confusing. This is because INCI associates aroma with flavor instead of smell.
Here is the official definition from the The International Cosmetic Ingredient Dictionary and Handbook:
“Aroma is a term for ingredient labeling used to identify that a product contains a material or combination of materials normally added to a cosmetic to produce or to mask a particular flavor.”
INCI shows the only purpose of aroma to be "flavouring".
However, due to regulation differences, some companies may use aroma in place of parfum.
In Canada, this ingredient only has to be listed in concentrations above 1%.
Learn more about AromaBeeswax is natural wax produced by honey bees and can be synthetically created. It consists mainly of fatty acid esters and long-chain alcohols.
In cosmetics, beeswax is a emollient. Due to its waxy structure, it creates a protective barrier. This barrier prevents water from evaporating off the skin.
This may not be a good ingredient for oily skin. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Beeswax cannot be removed with water, but can be taken off with an oil cleanser.
Beeswax is also antiseptic and contains vitamin A.
Learn more about BeeswaxPetrolatum is more commonly known as petroleum jelly. It is created by mixing waxes and mineral oils.
This ingredient is effective at reducing water loss by 99%. This is because it is an occlusive. Occlusives create a hydrophobic barrier on the skin to prevent evaporation. This property makes it great for hydrating dry skin.
Pro tip: Use occlusives, such as this ingredient, on damp skin for the best results.
The quality or origin of petrolatum is only known when disclosed by the brand. Most cosmetic petrolatum has gone through several purification stages.
Another benefit of occlusives is it protects your skin against infection or allergies.
Petrolatum may not be safe for fungal-acne. Studies show mineral oil / petroleum leads to the growth of M. Furfur, a type of yeast.
Learn more about PetrolatumIngredient Ratings
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O’Keeffe’s Lip Repair & Protect SPF 15 21 ingredients
Blistex Lip Medex 16 ingredients
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