We do not recommend "Blistex - Herbal Answer Lip Balm SPF 15" 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 sunscreen uses so-called "chemical", or organic UV filters (organic simply means that their molecules contain atoms of carbon). These filters typically give good sun protection and rarely leave a white cast, but they can be irritating for sensitive skin. Here are the exact UV filters in this sunscreen: oxybenzone 2.50% (declared) and octinoxate 7.50% (declared).

Irritation risk

It contains some common irritants, including those without a benefit for the skin. 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.

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The product retails for 2.00$ in the United States.

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What can the product work for?

Works for

Moisturizing

Does not work for

Sun protection

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

This SPF 15 lip balm combines effective protection with the moisturizing and soothing effects of natural herbal extracts.

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This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: beeswax, butyrospermum parkii butter.

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, petrolatum

persea gratissima oil 0.85% - 1.25%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function

petrolatum 43%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

One of the most effective and the most studied occlusive ingredients that creates a protective layer on top of the skin preventing moisture loss

phenyl trimethicone 0.55% - 1.3%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture

Sun protection

This product does not offer good protection against UVA rays.

ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate 7.5%

Irritation risk:

UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic

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

benzophenone-3 2.5%

Irritation risk:

UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic

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

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Ingredients & concentrations

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Key Actives

butyrospermum parkii butter 4.8% - 7.1%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Moisturizing, Anti-oxidation, Anti-aging

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

butyrospermum parkii butter 0.55% - 1.25%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Moisturizing, Anti-oxidation, Anti-aging

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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Potential irritants

chamomilla recutita flower extract 3% - 4.5%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Anti-inflammatory

Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating

parfum 2% - 3.1%

Irritation risk:

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

Comodogenic ingredients

butyrospermum parkii butter 4.8% - 7.1%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Moisturizing, Anti-oxidation, Anti-aging

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

isopropyl lanolate 1.5% - 2.3%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Cleansing

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aloe barbadensis leaf extract 23% - 34%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Moisturizing

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

beeswax 4.9% - 7.4%

Irritation risk:

Works for: 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

butyrospermum parkii butter 4.8% - 7.1%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High

Works for: Moisturizing, Anti-oxidation, Anti-aging

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

Ingredient list view

Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Beeswax, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Cetyl alcohol, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Parfum, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Isopropyl lanolate, Lanolin, Methylparaben, Microcrystalline wax, Ozokerite, Paraffin, Persea gratissima oil, Phenyl trimethicone, Propylparaben, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Benzophenone-3, Petrolatum, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Beeswax, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Cetyl alcohol, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Parfum, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Isopropyl lanolate, Lanolin, Methylparaben, Microcrystalline wax, Ozokerite, Paraffin, Persea gratissima oil, Phenyl trimethicone, Propylparaben, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil

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WIMJ similarity score		57%	51%	51%	47%	43%	42%	42%	40%	40%	38%
SPF	SPF 15	SPF 25	SPF 30	SPF 15	SPF 15	SPF 35	SPF 50	SPF 30	SPF 30	SPF 15	SPF 25
Key ingredients	lanolin petrolatum +15 more	Common: petrolatum lanolin +4 more Other: camellia sinensis leaf extract theobroma cacao seed butter +1 more	Common: petrolatum lanolin +4 more Other: paraffinum liquidum synthetic beeswax +5 more	Common: lanolin petrolatum +1 more Other: paraffinum liquidum butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane +2 more	Common: lanolin petrolatum +2 more Other: salicylic acid theobroma cacao seed butter +1 more	Common: petrolatum butyrospermum parkii butter +3 more Other: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane dimethicone +3 more	Common: lanolin butyrospermum parkii butter +3 more Other: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane helianthus annuus hybrid oil +4 more	Common: lanolin benzophenone-3 +3 more Other: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane cocos nucifera oil +7 more	Common: lanolin ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate +4 more Other: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane cocos nucifera oil +3 more	Common: lanolin beeswax +2 more Other: prunus armeniaca kernel oil theobroma cacao seed butter +2 more	Common: petrolatum butyrospermum parkii butter +3 more Other: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane camellia oleifera leaf extract +4 more
Irritancy	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY HIGH
Potential Irritants	parfum Has skin benefit? chamomilla recutita flower extract Has skin benefit? +10 more	parfum Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +4 more	melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil Has skin benefit? oleyl alcohol Has skin benefit? +9 more	parfum Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +3 more	linalool Has skin benefit? limonene Has skin benefit? +9 more	citrus aurantifolia peel oil Has skin benefit? parfum Has skin benefit? +4 more	ci 45410 Has skin benefit? ci 15850 Has skin benefit? +9 more	ci 19140 Has skin benefit? ci 15850 Has skin benefit? +10 more	rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract Has skin benefit? menthol Has skin benefit? +7 more	mentha piperita oil Has skin benefit? benzophenone-3 Has skin benefit? +2 more	citral Has skin benefit? limonene Has skin benefit? +8 more
All ingredients	aloe barbadensis leaf extract Has skin benefit? beeswax Has skin benefit? +35 more	butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +13 more	petrolatum Has skin benefit? synthetic beeswax Has skin benefit? +24 more	butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +15 more	petrolatum Has skin benefit? lanolin Has skin benefit? +14 more	butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane Has skin benefit? dimethicone Has skin benefit? +19 more	lanolin Has skin benefit? theobroma cacao seed butter Has skin benefit? +20 more	lanolin Has skin benefit? theobroma cacao seed butter Has skin benefit? +23 more	butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl salicylate Has skin benefit? +14 more	ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? benzophenone-3 Has skin benefit? +10 more	ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane Has skin benefit? +16 more

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Blistex Herbal Answer Lip Balm SPF 15

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What does the product description say?

Sun protection

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