Works for
1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
Moisturizing11 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“special moisturizers”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2, dimethicone.
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: paraffinum liquidum, petrolatum
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: AromaMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product consistency while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoateParaffinum liquidum~6.3–9.4%
- 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 liquidumPhenyl trimethicone~4.8–7.1%
- 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 trimethiconePetrolatum~3.9–5.8%
- 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 PetrolatumMicrocrystalline wax~2.6–4%
Hydrogenated polyisobutene~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobuteneOzokerite~1.4–2.2%
Paraffin~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Prevents water loss from the skin surface and thickens the product consistency
More about ParaffinBis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss from its surface
More about Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2Dimethicone~0.9–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconePolybutene~0.5–1.2%
Aroma~0.45–1.05%
Isostearoyl hydrolyzed silk~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Arachidyl 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~0.2–0.7%
Behenyl alcohol~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholMica~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaPanthenyl ethyl ether~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about Panthenyl ethyl etherPhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSaccharin~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopheryl acetate~0.05–0.2%
- 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 acetateTitanium dioxide~0.05–0.25%
- 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 dioxideIngredient list view
Pentaerythrityl tetraethylhexanoate, Paraffinum liquidum, Phenyl trimethicone, Petrolatum, Microcrystalline wax, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Ozokerite, Paraffin, Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2, Dimethicone, Polybutene, Aroma, Isostearoyl hydrolyzed silk, Arachidyl alcohol, Arachidyl glucoside, Behenyl alcohol, Mica, Panthenyl ethyl ether, Phenoxyethanol, Saccharin, Tocopheryl acetate, Titanium dioxide
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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.
| BlistexSilk & Shine Lip BalmYOUR PRODUCT | ISDINReparador Labial Fluido | A'PIEUHoney & Milk Lip Sleeping Pack | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 51% | 50% |
| Price | $4.29 | — | $6.46+$2.17 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 6 | 2 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassic Acid | Glycerin |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
"Blistex - Silk & Shine Lip Balm" is effective for: Moisturizing
Price
The product retails for 57.97A$ in Australia and for 4.29$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Safety Assessment of Pentaerythrityl Tetraesters as Used in Cosmeticsjournals.sagepub.com
- 2A review on the extensive skin benefits of mineral oilncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 6Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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