Works for
1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing3 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2, tridecyl trimellitate.
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: petrolatum
Anti-agingNo ingredient credited for this claimLimited support
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Petrolatum~23–34%
- 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 PetrolatumBis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2~9.2–13.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss from its surface
More about Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2Methyl hydrogenated rosinate~5–7.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyisobutene~3.8–5.8%
Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumTocopheryl acetate~0.45–1%
- 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 acetateTridecyl trimellitate~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Tridecyl trimellitateEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.45%
Ingredient list view
Petrolatum, Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2, Methyl hydrogenated rosinate, Polyisobutene, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Tocopheryl acetate, Tridecyl trimellitate, Ethylhexylglycerin
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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.
| By EllieLip BalmYOUR PRODUCT | MACCremesheen Glass Lip Finish | CliniqueRepairwear™ Intensive Lip Treatment | ObsessionSo Balm Lip Balm Mojito | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 61% | 60% | 60% |
| Price | — | $21.15 | $25.00 | $3.97 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 |
| Key difference | — | Cera Microcristallina | Linoleic Acid | Jojoba Oil |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"By Ellie - Lip Balm" is effective for: Moisturizing
Sources cited in this review
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