Works for
1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
Moisturizing6 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Features The iconic Carmex Pot Benefits Helps to moisturise and relieve dry, cracked lips.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: cera alba, theobroma cacao seed 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
ExfoliationNot advertised by the brand · 1 ingredient credited for this claimStrong support
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: salicylic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Camphor, Menthol + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 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 PetrolatumLanolin~6.4–9.7%
- 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 LanolinCetyl esters~5.4–8.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften upper layer of the skin and can enhance penetration of other ingredients into the upper layer of the skin
More about Cetyl estersParaffin~4–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Prevents water loss from the skin surface and thickens the product consistency
More about ParaffinTheobroma cacao seed butter~3.1–4.6%
- 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 butterCera alba~2.8–4.3%
- 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 albaCamphor~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Menthol~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Salicylic acid~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidVanillin~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Parfum~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumHydroxycitronellal~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalLimonene~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 LimoneneLinalool~0.1–0.35%
Geraniol~0.05–0.2%
Citronellol~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Petrolatum, Lanolin, Cetyl esters, Paraffin, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Cera alba, Camphor, Menthol, Salicylic acid, Vanillin, Parfum, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene, Linalool, Geraniol, Citronellol
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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.
| CarmexClassic Wild PotYOUR PRODUCT | Elizabeth ArdenEight Hour Cream Skin Protectant Fragrance Free | KerasalIntensive Foot Repair Skin Healing Ointment for Cracked Heels and Dry Feet | CliniqueiD™: Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion™ + ACC for Fatigue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 76% | 63% | 63% |
| Price | $4.61 | $19.20+$14.59 | $8.84+$4.23 | $41.00+$36.39 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 5 | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Mineral Oil | Urea | Mineral Oil |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
"Carmex - Classic Wild Pot" is effective for: Anti-inflammatory, Exfoliation and Moisturizing
Ingredient callouts
- Salicylic acid (0.60% - 1.35%) in this product will have an exfoliating effect and help smooth the skin. We, however, do not recommend using a moisturizer with Salicylic Acid daily to avoid over-exfoliating.
Price
The product retails for 7.12£ 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 10 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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