Australian Gold SPF 30 Lipbalm Stick
Works for
1 of 3 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 30 · 4 UV filters · Partial spectrumWeak protection
This product does not offer good protection against UVA rays.
Moisturizing14 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Hypoallergenic facial intensifier with tyrosine peptides, pollution defense and deep hydration.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: caprylic/capric triglyceride, cocos nucifera oil.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: lanolin, paraffinum liquidum, petrolatum
Anti-aging1 ingredient credited for this claimLimited support
“Leaves skin glowing, smooth and youthful. Sweet Rose scent.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.
The biggest anti-aging effect in this product comes from sun protection. Sun damage is the main factor causing early signs of skin aging. We, however, do not recommend using this product as a sunscreen because the protection it offers is not strong enough).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Benzophenone-3, Aroma + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Petrolatum~25–30%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the most effective and the most studied occlusive ingredients that creates a protective layer on top of the skin preventing moisture loss
More about PetrolatumSynthetic beeswax~9.2–11.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Synthetic beeswaxEthylhexyl methoxycinnamate~6.6–8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
More about Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateCetyl alcohol~4.4–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholParaffin~3.8–4.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Prevents water loss from the skin surface and thickens the product consistency
More about ParaffinEthylhexyl salicylate~3.5–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Octisalate. A UV filter. It offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
More about Ethylhexyl salicylateBenzophenone-3~2.9–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Same as oxybenzone. Protects in the UVB and short UVA range. In small concentrations, used to stabilize product formulation. Can be irritating. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can penetrate the skin and get absorbed into bloodstream faster than other popular filters available in the US. The study that produced this finding did not address any potential health effects of the absorption
More about Benzophenone-3Paraffinum liquidum~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function
More about Paraffinum liquidumPolyethylene~2.2–2.7%
Aroma~1.6–2%
Cocos nucifera oil~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilLanolin~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 LanolinPhenyl trimethicone~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture
More about Phenyl trimethiconeCaprylic/capric triglyceride~1.2–1.4%
- 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 triglycerideTitanium dioxide~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxidePotassium myristate~1–1.2%
Oleyl alcohol~1–1.2%
Isopropyl lanolate~1–1.2%
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.9–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A 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 oilBht~0.6–0.9%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateTheobroma cacao seed butter~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Theobroma cacao seed butterAloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.65–0.95%
- 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 extractTerminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin, but evidence is lacking
More about Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extractMelaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilOlea europaea fruit oil~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilTocopherol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure 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 TocopherolIngredient list view
Petrolatum, Synthetic beeswax, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Cetyl alcohol, Paraffin, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Benzophenone-3, Paraffinum liquidum, Polyethylene, Aroma, Cocos nucifera oil, Lanolin, Phenyl trimethicone, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Titanium dioxide, Potassium myristate, Oleyl alcohol, Isopropyl lanolate, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Bht, Tocopheryl acetate, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Olea europaea fruit oil, Tocopherol
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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.
| Australian GoldSPF 30 Lipbalm StickYOUR PRODUCT | CoppertoneLip Balm SPF 50 | |
|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 51% |
| Price | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Copernicia Cerifera Wax |
| Irritancy | High | Medium |
| SPF | SPF 30 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — |
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Product summary
We do not recommend "Australian Gold - SPF 30 Lipbalm Stick" because it does not provide good UVA protection. UVA sun rays don't burn the skin, but they still lead to photoaging and hyperpigmentation.
Sunscreen filters
This is a "mixed" sunscreen in the sense that it uses both mineral and organic (so-called "chemical") sun filters. Here are the organic filters this product uses: oxybenzone, octinoxate and octisalate. As for the mineral filters, this sunscreen uses titanium dioxide.
Irritation risk
This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this lip product 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.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Australian Gold" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3On Photostability of Oxybenzonecore.ac.uk
- 4A review on the extensive skin benefits of mineral oilncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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