Blistex Med Plus SPF 15
Works for
1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 15 · 2 UV filters · Partial spectrumWeak protectionSPF under 30
This product does not offer good protection against UVA rays.
This product can be considered "reef safe" because it does not contain the UV filters (oxybenzone and octinoxate) that can be harmful to coral reefs when present in the water in high concentrations.
MoisturizingLanolin, Theobroma cacao seed butter + 11 moreStrong evidence
“It repairs and restores lip loveliness even when lips are at their driest and most distressed.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: cera alba, ricinus communis seed 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
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Camphor, Menthol + 7 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic5 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale5 flagged
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Ingredients
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Lanolin~22–34%
- 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 LanolinHydrogenated coconut oil~4.8–7.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Cera alba~3.8–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Cera albaRicinus communis seed oil~3.9–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistency
More about Ricinus communis seed oilHomosalate~3.4–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A weak sunscreen that offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not offer meaningful protection against 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. When used in low concentrations, helps to stabilize the product formulation
More about HomosalateOlea europaea fruit oil~2–3.1%
- 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 oilTheobroma cacao seed butter~1.7–2.5%
- 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 butterEthylhexyl salicylate~1.8–2.7%
- 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 salicylateStearyl alcohol~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholHydrogenated castor oil~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistency
More about Hydrogenated castor oilCamphor~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Euphorbia cerifera wax~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Menthol~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Vitis vinifera seed oil~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
More about Vitis vinifera seed oilArachidyl alcohol~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Arachidyl alcoholArachidyl glucoside~0.35–0.85%
Behenyl alcohol~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholBenzyl alcohol~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholBeta-carotene~0.2–0.8%
Butyrospermum parkii butter~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
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
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterDaucus carota sativa root extract~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carrot extract. Might have anti-oxidant properties and be used to add orange color
More about Daucus carota sativa root extractEucalyptus globulus leaf oil~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Eucalyptus globulus leaf oilEugenia caryophyllus flower oil~0.15–0.65%
Eugenol~0.15–0.6%
Glycine soja oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilLimonene~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneMenthoxypropanediol~0.15–0.55%
Menthyl lactate~0.1–0.5%
Methyl salicylate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Parfum~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSaccharin~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.1–0.3%
- 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 TocopherolZea mays oil~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A 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 Zea mays oilIngredient list view
Lanolin, Hydrogenated coconut oil, Cera alba, Ricinus communis seed oil, Homosalate, Olea europaea fruit oil, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Stearyl alcohol, Hydrogenated castor oil, Camphor, Euphorbia cerifera wax, Menthol, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Arachidyl alcohol, Arachidyl glucoside, Behenyl alcohol, Benzyl alcohol, Beta-carotene, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Daucus carota sativa root extract, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Eugenia caryophyllus flower oil, Eugenol, Glycine soja oil, Limonene, Menthoxypropanediol, Menthyl lactate, Methyl salicylate, Parfum, Saccharin, Tocopherol, Zea mays oil
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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.
| BlistexMed Plus SPF 15YOUR PRODUCT | LanolipsLip Ointment SPF30 - Perfect Nude | Ultra VioletteBejewelled Sheen Screen™ SPF 50 Hydrating Lip Balm | Jack BlackIntense Therapy Lip Balm SPF 25 - Lemon + Shea | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 58% | 57% | 50% |
| Price | $2.63 | $8.99+$6.36 | $36.04+$33.41 | $10.00+$7.37 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 9 | 6 of 9 | 4 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Avobenzone | Octinoxate | Petrolatum |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| SPF | SPF 15 | SPF 30 | SPF 50 | SPF 25 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
We do not recommend "Blistex - Med Plus 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.
It also works as a moisturizer, so you do not have to use an additional hydrating product.
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. The UV filters in this sunscreen are: octisalate 1.80% - 2.70% and homosalate 3.40% - 5.20%.
Irritation risk
This product contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this 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.
Price
The product retails for 2.29£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
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