Works for
MoisturizingDiisostearyl malate, Hydrogenated polyisobuteneNot delivered
“Hyaluronic Acid replenishes and plumps to soften and nourish the lips, creating a veil of shine.”
Does not contain the most effective ingredients for moisturization. The emollients (diisostearyl malate, hydrogenated polyisobutene) can help soften the upper layer of the skin. Keep in mind though that this product lacks humectants that attract water. You might want to use a separate product with ingredients like hyaluronic acid or glycerin in addition (use before this product for the best results).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Ethyl vanillin, Aroma + 2 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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Polybutene~23–34%
Diisostearyl malate~6.6–9.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Diisostearyl malateHydrogenated polyisobutene~5.4–8.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobutenePolyethylene~3.9–5.8%
Vp/hexadecene copolymer~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates a nice product texture and can support water-resistance of sunscreens
More about Vp/hexadecene copolymerMicrocrystalline wax~2–3%
Mica~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaEthyl vanillin~1.2–1.8%
Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to increase stability of product formulations
More about Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamateAroma~0.9–1.35%
Dicalcium phosphate~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tin oxide~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation
More about Tin oxideLimonene~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCitral~0.2–0.75%
Titanium dioxide~0.4–0.9%
- 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 dioxideIron oxides~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesBlue 1 lake~0.1–0.45%
Ci 15850~0.1–0.35%
Ci 15850~0.05–0.25%
Ci 45410~0.05–0.2%
Ci 19140~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Polybutene, Diisostearyl malate, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Polyethylene, Vp/hexadecene copolymer, Microcrystalline wax, Mica, Ethyl vanillin, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Aroma, Dicalcium phosphate, Tin oxide, Limonene, Citral, Titanium dioxide, Iron oxides, Blue 1 lake, Ci 15850, Ci 15850, Ci 45410, Ci 19140
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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.
| ChantecailleButterfly Lip ChicYOUR PRODUCT | Ciaté LondonLip Lustre High Shine Balm | Urban DecayVice Plumping Shine Lip Balm | LANEIGELip Treatment Balm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 38% | 38% | 37% |
| Price | — | $17.84 | $18.94 | $20.47 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 |
| Key difference | — | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter | Adenosine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Safety Assessment of Tin(IV) Oxide as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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