Forms a barrier on the skin to prevent water loss, keeping lips moisturized.
Usually helps with
Dryness, barrier support
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Can feel heavy for some users.
Emollient
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
Softens and smooths the skin, contributing to the balm's texture.
Usually helps with
Smoothness, texture enhancement
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Generally well-tolerated.
Helps to soften and moisturize the lips.
Usually helps with
Softening, moisturizing
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None significant.
Emollient
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Provides a smooth, conditioning feel to the lips.
Usually helps with
Emollience, texture
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None significant.
Binder
Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Used to create the texture and consistency of the balm.
Usually helps with
Texture
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Can be a synthetic polymer.
Helps to create a smooth texture and provides a protective layer.
Usually helps with
Texture, barrier
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None significant.
Film Former
Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer
Helps to create a smooth, continuous film on the lips.
Usually helps with
Texture, wear
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Synthetic polymer.
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
A form of Vitamin E that can help protect the skin from environmental damage.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
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Can be irritating for some sensitive individuals.
Emollient
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
Softens and smooths the skin, improving the feel of the balm.
Usually helps with
Softness, texture
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None significant.
Emulsifier
Polyglyceryl-10 Heptahydroxystearate
Helps to blend oil and water components, contributing to a smooth texture.
Usually helps with
Texture
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Derived from plant oils but processed.
Provides a smooth, non-greasy feel and helps to moisturize.
Usually helps with
Smoothness, moisture
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None significant.
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
A form of hyaluronic acid that draws moisture to the skin, plumping and hydrating.
Usually helps with
Hydration, plumping
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None significant.
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
A rich butter that deeply moisturizes and conditions the lips.
Usually helps with
Dryness, conditioning
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None significant.
Humectant
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Juice
Provides hydration and soothing benefits.
Usually helps with
Hydration, soothing
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None significant.
Humectant
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Liquid Endosperm
Nourishes and hydrates the lips.
Usually helps with
Nourishment, hydration
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None significant.
Soothing Agent
Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract
Known for its calming and refreshing properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, calming
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None significant.
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Extract
Rich in fatty acids, it helps to moisturize and protect the skin barrier.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, barrier support
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None significant.
Soothing Agent
Hordeum Vulgare Extract\Extrait D'orge
Contains antioxidants and can help soothe the skin.
Usually helps with
Soothing, antioxidant
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None significant.
Emollient
Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter
A nourishing butter that softens and moisturizes the lips.
Usually helps with
Softening, moisturizing
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None significant.
Emollient
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
A rich oil that moisturizes and conditions the lips.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, conditioning
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None significant.
Emollient
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
Nourishes and softens the lips with its rich fatty acid content.
Usually helps with
Nourishing, softening
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None significant.
Emollient
Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil
A natural humectant that draws moisture to the lips and provides a smooth finish.
Usually helps with
Moisture, smoothness
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None significant.
Soothing Agent
Yogurt Powder
Contains lactic acid which can gently exfoliate and soothe.
Usually helps with
Soothing, gentle exfoliation
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Lactic acid can be irritating for some.
Soothing Agent
Lactobacillus Ferment
A probiotic ingredient that can help soothe and balance the skin.
Usually helps with
Soothing, balancing
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None significant.
Draws moisture from the air to the skin, keeping lips hydrated.
Usually helps with
Hydration
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None significant.
Plant-derived sterols that help to condition and moisturize the skin.
Usually helps with
Conditioning, moisturizing
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None significant.
Provides a cooling sensation, but can be drying or irritating for some.
Usually helps with
Cooling sensation
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Can cause dryness or irritation.
Emollient
Propylene Glycol Dicaprate
Softens and smooths the skin.
Usually helps with
Softness, smoothness
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None significant.
Texture Enhancer
Meteorite Powder
Likely included for texture or aesthetic properties, with no significant skincare benefit.
Usually helps with
Texture
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No proven skincare benefit.
Helps to reinforce the skin's natural barrier and retain moisture.
Usually helps with
Barrier support, moisture retention
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None significant.
Emollient
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Conditions and softens the lips.
Usually helps with
Conditioning, softening
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None significant.
Emulsifier
Sorbitan Oleate
Helps to stabilize the formula.
Usually helps with
Formula stability
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Can be derived from plant sources but processed.
The base for many cosmetic formulations.
Usually helps with
Solvent
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None significant.
Binder
Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Used to create the texture and consistency of the balm.
Usually helps with
Texture
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Can be a synthetic polymer.
Can help absorb excess oil and provide a matte finish, though less relevant in a balm.
Usually helps with
Texture, mattifying (less applicable here)
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Can be drying in high concentrations.
Adds a sweet taste to the product.
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Artificial sweetener.
Fragrance
Fragrance (Parfum)
Adds scent to the product. Can be a common cause of irritation or allergic reactions.
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Potential for irritation and allergic reactions.
Fragrance Ingredient
Benzyl Benzoate
A common component of fragrance, can be a skin irritant.
Usually helps with
Scent component
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Potential irritant.
Fragrance Ingredient
Linalool
A common fragrance ingredient with a floral scent, can be a skin irritant.
Usually helps with
Scent component
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Potential irritant.
Fragrance Ingredient
Limonene
A common fragrance ingredient with a citrus scent, can be a skin irritant.
Usually helps with
Scent component
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Potential irritant.
Antioxidant
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
A stable form of Vitamin C that provides antioxidant benefits.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
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None significant.
An antioxidant preservative that can be a skin irritant for some.
Usually helps with
Preservation
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Potential irritant.
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth.
Usually helps with
Preservation
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Can be irritating in high concentrations.
A mineral used to add shimmer and color.
Usually helps with
Color, shimmer
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Ethical sourcing concerns for some.
Colorant
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
A white pigment used for color.
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None significant.
Colorant
Iron Oxides (CI 77491)
Pigments used to provide color.
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None significant.
Colorant
Iron Oxides (CI 77492)
Pigments used to provide color.
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None significant.
Colorant
Iron Oxides (CI 77499)
Pigments used to provide color.
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None significant.
Colorant
Bismuth Oxychloride (CI 77163)
Used to add pearlescence and color.
Usually helps with
Pearlescence, color
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Can cause irritation for some.
Colorant
Blue 1 Lake (CI 42090)
A synthetic blue pigment.
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None significant.
A red pigment.
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None significant.
A red pigment.
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None significant.
Colorant
Red 21 (CI 45380)
A red pigment.
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None significant.
Colorant
Red 27 (CI 45410)
A red pigment.
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None significant.
Colorant
Red 28 (CI 45410)
A red pigment.
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None significant.
Colorant
Red 33 (CI 17200)
A red pigment.
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None significant.
Colorant
Red 6 Lake (CI 15850)
A red pigment.
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None significant.
Colorant
Red 7 Lake (CI 15850)
A red pigment.
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None significant.
Colorant
Red 21 Lake (CI 45380)
A red pigment.
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None significant.
Colorant
Red 27 Lake (CI 45410)
A red pigment.
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None significant.
Colorant
Red 28 Lake (CI 45410)
A red pigment.
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None significant.
Colorant
Red 33 Lake (CI 17200)
A red pigment.
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None significant.
Colorant
Yellow 5 (CI 19140)
A yellow pigment.
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None significant.
Colorant
Yellow 6 (CI 15985)
A yellow pigment.
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None significant.
Colorant
Yellow 5 Lake (CI 19140)
A yellow pigment.
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None significant.