
“The Intensive Lip Treatment from AMELIORATE is designed to hydrate, smooth and soften lips.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
calcium pca, glycerin.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: butyrospermum parkii butter, dimethicone.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: lanolin, urea
This product contains serine. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
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Sebum of wool-bearing animals (most commonly sheep). Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce the skin water loss. In rare cases could be an allergen. Not suitable for vegans
More about LanolinOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholAn oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneA great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateHelps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateHelps water and oil mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin. Can be an allergen (beeswax)
More about Peg-8 beeswaxHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis seedAn effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties
More about Avena sativa kernel oilA plant oil that works as a great moisturizer by softening the upper layer of the skin. Due to the high linoleic acid content, can help reduce inflammation in skin
More about Cucumis sativus oilA silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolA mix of amino acids and plant-based lipids. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss over time
More about Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamateA good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function
More about Sesamum indicum seed oilEmollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product
More about PhospholipidsUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Calcium pcaHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidAn exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidAn amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about SerineHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolNaturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about UreaAn emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidUsed to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidTraditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powderAn emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and support the skin's barrier due to the high content of linoleic acid
More about Nigella sativa seed oilPure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolA great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinHelps preserve products. Can mask unpleasant smell. Could be irritating
More about P-anisic acidWater, Lanolin, Glycerin, Cetearyl alcohol, Squalane, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, C10-30 cholesterol/lanosterol esters, Peg-8 beeswax, Prunus amygdalus dulcis seed, Aroma, Avena sativa kernel oil, Cucumis sativus oil, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate, Sesamum indicum seed oil, Sodium benzoate, Phospholipids, Potassium sorbate, Pentylene glycol, Xanthan gum, Calcium pca, Hydrolyzed milk protein, Stearic acid, Disodium edta, Lactic acid, Serine, Sodium lactate, Sorbitol, Urea, Saccharin, Palmitic acid, Sucrose stearate, Bht, Phenethyl alcohol, Sodium anisate, Sodium chloride, Sodium levulinate, Citric acid, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Glyceryl caprylate, Nigella sativa seed oil, Tocopherol, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Allantoin, P-anisic acid
Retailers ranked by price — lowest first.
Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| AMELIORATEreg; Intensive Lip TreatmentYOUR PRODUCT | FlexitolRapid Revive Overnight Cream | Leivy NaturallyNourishing Hand & Nail Cream Enriched With Royal Jelly, Honey & Shea Butter | SimpleKind to Skin Vital Vitamin Night Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 43% | 42% | 39% |
| Price | $21.00 | $9.62−$11.38 | $9.04−$11.96 | $8.00−$13.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 16 | 6 of 16 | 6 of 16 |
| Key difference | — | Mineral Oil | Cocos Nucifera Oil | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Based on the ingredient list, "AMELIORATE - reg; Intensive Lip Treatment" can work well for skin moisturization. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Urea, calcium pca, glycerin, sodium lactate and sorbitol in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Lanolin, cucumis sativus oil, nigella sativa seed oil, phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate and sesamum indicum seed oil in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
We assess the overall irritancy of this lip sunscreen to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
The product retails from 14.30$ up to 21.00$ in the United States, from 10.72£ up to 24.50£ in the United Kingdom, from 18.00CA$ up to 26.60CA$ in Canada and for 21.00A$ in Australia.
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Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 22 studies and safety reviews.
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