ARK Skincare Advanced Action Plumping Lip Cream
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
MoisturizingPalmitoyl oligopeptide, Glycerin + 6 moreStrong evidence
“Advanced Action Plumping Lip Cream”
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:
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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, ethylhexyl palmitate.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: palmitoyl oligopeptide
Anti-agingPalmitoyl oligopeptideModerate evidence
“Plump up your precious pout with the Advanced Action Plumping Lip Cream from ARK Skincare ; an intensive treatment cream that hydrates, firms and protects the entire lip area for smoother lips with reduced vertical lines.”
This product contains palmitoyl oligopeptide. 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
User reviews
Be the first — your take helps the next person decide.
Ingredients
Filter by role to see what each ingredient is doing.
Water~40–60%
Glycerin~3.8–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One 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 GlycerinCaprylic/capric triglyceride~3.8–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglyceridePolybutene~2.7–4.1%
Ethylhexyl palmitate~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateGlyceryl stearate se~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
More about Glyceryl stearate seCetearyl olivate~1.3–2%
Sorbitan olivate~1.1–1.7%
Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolBenzyl alcohol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholStearyl alcohol~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholHydrogenated macadamia seed oil~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Allantoin~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinTribehenin~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TribeheninSorbitan isostearate~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateDisodium edta~0.1–0.35%
Dehydroacetic acid~0.05–0.25%
Aloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally 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 extractPalmitoyl oligopeptide~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl oligopeptideIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Polybutene, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Glyceryl stearate se, Cetearyl olivate, Sorbitan olivate, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl alcohol, Stearyl alcohol, Hydrogenated macadamia seed oil, Allantoin, Tribehenin, Sorbitan isostearate, Disodium edta, Dehydroacetic acid, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Palmitoyl oligopeptide
Compare prices
Retailers ranked by price — lowest first.
.png)
Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| ARK SkincareAdvanced Action Plumping Lip CreamYOUR PRODUCT | Perricone MDHypoallergenic Firming Eye Cream | |
|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 54% |
| Price | $42.88 | $52.50+$9.62 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5 |
| Irritancy | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — |
| View product | Shop |
Product summary
"ARK Skincare - Advanced Action Plumping Lip Cream" is effective for: Anti-inflammatory and Moisturizing
This lip sunscreen could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- This moisturizer also contains Peptides (palmitoyl oligopeptide 0.10% - 0.35%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that they are helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
Price
The product retails for 44.20$ in the United States and for 32.00£ in the United Kingdom.
For a detailed price comparison: click here.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 4 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
Affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate, WIMJ earns from qualifying purchases.