PRODUCT REVIEW
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What can the product work for?
Works for
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
A deeply nourishing balm to prevent and soothe dry and chapped lips.
beeswax
3.9% -
5.8%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
borago officinalis seed oil
1.5% -
2.2%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A plant oil that is effective in reducing irritation in skin, restore the barrier function and support its hydration
caprylic/capric triglyceride
23% -
34%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
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
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Honesty check
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
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| Moisturizing |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
75/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 2
Potential irritants
parfum
0.35% -
0.8%
Irritation risk:
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
benzyl alcohol
0.15% -
0.65%
Irritation risk:
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
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Comodogenic ingredients
theobroma cacao seed butter
2.9% -
4.4%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-dandruff
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
butyrospermum parkii butter
0.8% -
1.25%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-aging,
Anti-oxidation
A 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
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Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
borago officinalis seed oil
1.5% -
2.2%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Reduces irritation,
Moisturizing,
Anti-inflammatory,
Anti-oxidation
A plant oil that is effective in reducing irritation in skin, restore the barrier function and support its hydration
tocopherol
0.45% -
1%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Moisturizing,
Anti-aging,
Anti-inflammatory
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
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Potential irritants
parfum
0.35% -
0.8%
Irritation risk:
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
benzyl alcohol
0.15% -
0.65%
Irritation risk:
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
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Comodogenic ingredients
theobroma cacao seed butter
2.9% -
4.4%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-dandruff
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
butyrospermum parkii butter
0.8% -
1.25%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-aging,
Anti-oxidation
A 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
All ingredients
caprylic/capric triglyceride
23% -
34%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
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
cera alba
3.6% -
5.4%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Cleansing,
Moisturizing
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
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Ingredient list view
Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Hydroxystearic/linolenic/oleic polyglycerides, Cera alba, Beeswax, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Crambe abyssinica seed oil, Candelilla cera, Borago officinalis seed oil, Echium plantagineum seed oil, Mel, Honey, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Tocopherol, Parfum, Benzyl alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Limonene, Ethylhexylglycerin, Linalool, Anise alcohol, Citric acid
Sources
- Efficacy of barrier creams in comparison to skin care products in dental laboratory technicians--a controlled trial
- Cocoa polyphenols and their influence on parameters involved in ex vivo skin restructuring
- Dermatology News - Commentary: Borage Seed Oil
- Undershirts coated with borage oil alleviate the symptoms of atopic dermatitis in children