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Sigma Hydro Melt Lip Mask - Tranquil Versus La Mer The Lip Balm

Lip Mask

Lip Moisturizer

American Brand

Updated on October 11, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 7 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin, sensitive skin and scar healing

Free From

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

What's Inside

They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils

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Ingredient Info

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Sigma Hydro Melt Lip Mask 29 ingredients

La Mer The Lip Balm 48 ingredients

What's inside (and what isn't)

At a glance

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Sigma Hydro Melt Lip Mask 29 ingredients

La Mer The Lip Balm 48 ingredients

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products

Hydro Melt Lip Mask

Polybutene

Ethylhexyl Palmitate

Emollient

2-3 / 0 May worsen Oily Skin Icon

Hydrogenated Microcrystalline Wax

Emulsion Stabilising

Diisostearyl Malate

Emollient

Hydrogenated Polyisobutene

Emollient

1 / 2

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

Antimicrobial

Copernicia Cerifera Wax

1 / 0 Not safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil

Emollient

0-2 / 0 Oil Icon

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter

Caprylyl Glycol

Citral

Hydroxyacetophenone

Parfum

Sodium Hyaluronate

0 / 0 Hyaluronic Acid Icon

Tocopherol

Antioxidant

0-3 / 0-3 Vitamin E Icon

Tocopheryl Acetate

Benzyl Salicylate

Citronellol

Hexyl Cinnamal

Limonene

Linalool

Iron Oxides

CI 77492

CI 15850

CI 77891

CI 42090

CI 45410

CI 19140

CI 15985

The Lip Balm

Petrolatum

Emollient

Octyldodecanol

Emollient

Microcrystalline Wax

Emulsion Stabilising

Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate

Emollient

0 / 0 Not safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2

Emollient

Polyglyceryl-10 Pentaoleate

Emulsifying

Phenyl Trimethicone

Skin Conditioning

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract

Emollient

Algae Extract

Emollient

Malachite

Skin Conditioning

Tourmaline

Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil

Emollient

1-3 / 0 Oil Icon

Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil

Perfuming

Sesamum Indicum Seed Powder

Skin Conditioning

Medicago Sativa Seed Powder

Skin Conditioning

Helianthus Annuus Seedcake

Abrasive

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Meal

Sodium Gluconate

Copper Gluconate

Calcium Gluconate

Magnesium Gluconate

Zinc Gluconate

Tocopheryl Succinate

Niacin

Ricinus Communis Seed Oil

Masking

0-1 / 0 Fragrance Icon

Glycine Soja Oil

Phytosphingosine

Trehalose

Polybutene

Tocopheryl Acetate

Antioxidant

0 / 0 Vitamin E Icon

Cholesterol

Emollient

0 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Glyceryl Distearate

Emollient

Water

Skin Conditioning

Glycerin

Humectant

0 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Menthyl PCA

Humectant

Oleic Acid

Emollient

Palmitic Acid

Emollient

2 / 0 May worsen Oily Skin Icon

Sodium Saccharin

Masking

Sorbitan Sesquioleate

Emulsifying

0-1 / 0 Bad for Acne Prone Skin Icon

CI 77220

Sodium Bicarbonate

Parfum

Benzyl Benzoate

Limonene

Linalool

BHT

CI 42090

CI 19140

Petrolatum, Octyldodecanol, Microcrystalline Wax, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Polyglyceryl-10 Pentaoleate, Phenyl Trimethicone, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Algae Extract, Malachite, Tourmaline, Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Sesamum Indicum Seed Powder, Medicago Sativa Seed Powder, Helianthus Annuus Seedcake, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Meal, Sodium Gluconate, Copper Gluconate, Calcium Gluconate, Magnesium Gluconate, Zinc Gluconate, Tocopheryl Succinate, Niacin, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Glycine Soja Oil, Phytosphingosine, Trehalose, Polybutene, Tocopheryl Acetate, Cholesterol, Glyceryl Distearate, Water, Glycerin, Menthyl PCA, Oleic Acid, Palmitic Acid, Sodium Saccharin, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, CI 77220, Sodium Bicarbonate, Parfum, Benzyl Benzoate, Limonene, Linalool, BHT, CI 42090, CI 19140

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

CI 19140

Cosmetic Colorant

CI 19140 is also known as Tartrazine. Tartrazine is a synthetic dye used in cosmetics, foods, and medicine to add a yellow color.

Tartrazine is created from petroleum and is water-soluble.

Some people may experience allergies from this dye, especially asthmatics and those with an aspirin intolerance.

Learn more about CI 19140

CI 42090

Cosmetic Colorant

Ci 42090 is a synthetic dye created from petroleum. It is used to give a bright blue color to cosmetics, medicine, and food.

Limonene

Perfuming, Solvent

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 Limonene

Linalool

Perfuming

Linalool 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.

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Parfum

Masking, Perfuming

Parfum 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.

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Polybutene

Polybutene 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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Tocopheryl Acetate

Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning

Tocopheryl 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 Acetate