ChapStick Lip Moisturizer SPF 12 Vanilla Mint
Works for
Sun protectionSPF 12 · 3 UV filters · Partial spectrumNo real protectionSPF too low
This product does not offer sun protection, or it is very low.
MoisturizingPetrolatum, Lanolin + 10 moreWorks well
“Lip Moisturizer SPF 12 Vanilla Mint”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: copernicia cerifera wax, isocetyl stearate.
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: ceramide np, lanolin, paraffinum liquidum, petrolatum
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Aroma, Benzophenone-3 — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic6 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale6 flagged
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Ingredients
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Lac extract~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Alumina~5.4–8.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
The same compound that is used safely in dental implants and bone cements. In cosmetics, it is used to improve the consistency of products
More about AluminaCopernicia cerifera wax~3.7–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Copernicia cerifera waxCetyl alcohol~2.4–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholEthylhexyl palmitate~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateIsocetyl stearate~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Isocetyl stearateIsopropyl lanolate~1.5–2.2%
Isopropyl myristate~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristateLanolin~1.1–1.7%
- 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 LanolinMethylparaben~0.15–0.3%
Paraffinum liquidum~0.55–1.3%
- 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 liquidumAroma~0.45–1.05%
Paraffin~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Prevents water loss from the skin surface and thickens the product consistency
More about ParaffinPolyhydroxystearic acid~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Polyhydroxystearic acidPropylparaben~0.2–0.4%
Saccharin~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Silica~0.45–1.1%
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 dioxideTriacetin~0.3–0.7%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.2–0.75%
- 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 acetateCeramide np~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npEthylhexyl methoxycinnamate7.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
More about Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateBenzophenone-33.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Same as oxybenzone. Protects in the UVB and short UVA range. In small concentrations, used to stabilize product formulation. Can be irritating. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can penetrate the skin and get absorbed into bloodstream faster than other popular filters available in the US. The study that produced this finding did not address any potential health effects of the absorption
More about Benzophenone-3Petrolatum38.7%
- 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 PetrolatumAloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf extractAlumina~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
The same compound that is used safely in dental implants and bone cements. In cosmetics, it is used to improve the consistency of products
More about AluminaBht~0.15–0.6%
Cetyl alcohol~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholCopernicia cerifera cera~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Brazilian palm wax. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Copernicia cerifera ceraEthylhexyl palmitate~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateIsocetyl stearate~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Isocetyl stearateIsopropyl lanolate~0.15–0.7%
Isopropyl myristate~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristateLanolin~0.2–0.7%
- 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 LanolinMethylparaben~0.15–0.3%
Paraffinum liquidum~0.15–0.65%
- 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 liquidumAroma~0.15–0.6%
Paraffin~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Prevents water loss from the skin surface and thickens the product consistency
More about ParaffinPolyhydroxystearic acid~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Polyhydroxystearic acidPropylparaben~0.2–0.4%
Saccharin~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Silica~0.3–0.7%
Titanium dioxide~0.2–0.8%
- 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 dioxideTriacetin~0.15–0.6%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.15–0.6%
- 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 acetateCeramide np~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npIngredient list view
Unknown, Lac extract, Alumina, Copernicia cerifera wax, Cetyl alcohol, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Isocetyl stearate, Isopropyl lanolate, Isopropyl myristate, Lanolin, Unknown, Methylparaben, Paraffinum liquidum, Aroma, Paraffin, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Propylparaben, Saccharin, Silica, Titanium dioxide, Triacetin, Tocopheryl acetate, Unknown, Ceramide np, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Benzophenone-3, Unknown, Petrolatum, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Alumina, Bht, Cetyl alcohol, Copernicia cerifera cera, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Isocetyl stearate, Isopropyl lanolate, Isopropyl myristate, Lanolin, Unknown, Methylparaben, Paraffinum liquidum, Aroma, Paraffin, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Propylparaben, Saccharin, Silica, Titanium dioxide, Triacetin, Tocopheryl acetate, Unknown, Ceramide np
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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.
| ChapStickLip Moisturizer SPF 12 Vanilla MintYOUR PRODUCT | Australian GoldSPF 30 Lipbalm Stick | BlistexHerbal Answer Lip Balm SPF 15 | PalmersCocoa Butter Formula Lip Balm with SPF 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 46% | 37% | 37% |
| Price | — | — | — | $1.32 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 10 | 4 of 10 | 5 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Sunflower Seed Oil | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter | Dimethicone |
| Irritancy | High | High | High | Medium |
| SPF | SPF 12 | SPF 30 | SPF 15 | SPF 15 |
| 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 9 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3A review on the extensive skin benefits of mineral oilncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Final report on the safety assessment of triacetinncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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