Clinique Moisture Surge Pop Triple Lip Balm
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing23 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Moisture Surge Pop Triple Lip Balm”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, lauryl pca.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2, cera microcristallina.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: linoleic acid, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, petrolatum
Anti-aging3 ingredients credited for this claimModerate support
“This multi-tasking balm deeply hydrates for up to 72 hours, plus helps instantly reduce the appearance of lip lines.”
This product contains palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1. These ingredients might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic9 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale9 flagged
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Ingredients
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Octyldodecanol~25–31%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation
More about OctyldodecanolSynthetic fluorphlogopite~7.2–8.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A mineral that is used as an optical filter (makes the skin looks nicer through light reflection) and to improve the texture of cosmetic products
More about Synthetic fluorphlogopitePentaerythrityl adipate/caprate/caprylate/heptanoate~5.1–6.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Petrolatum~4.6–5.6%
- 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-2~3.6–4.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss from its surface
More about Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2Polyethylene~2.8–3.5%
Hydrogenated dilinoleyl alcohol~2–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Stearoxymethicone/dimethicone copolymer~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Silica~1.6–2%
Polybutene~1.1–1.3%
Microcrystalline wax~0.95–1.15%
Cera microcristallina~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss from its surface and create a thicker product consistency
More about Cera microcristallinaEthylhexyl palmitate~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateCalcium sodium borosilicate~0.6–0.95%
Sodium hyaluronate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateButyrospermum parkii butter~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterPolyglyceryl-4 isostearate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-4 isostearateLauryl pca~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Lauryl pcaAloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.55–0.8%
- 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 extractCocos nucifera oil~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilOlea europaea fruit extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit extractPalmitoyl tetrapeptide-7~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7Palmitoyl tripeptide-1~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tripeptide-1Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps water and oil mix together. Can help to soften upper layer of the skin
More about Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethiconeTocopheryl acetate~0.3–0.6%
- 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 acetateCholesterol~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolGlycerin~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinGlyceryl stearate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateCaprylyl glycol~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolLinoleic acid~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores
More about Linoleic acidC20-40 pareth-10~0.3–0.6%
Butylene glycol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolWater~0.3–0.55%
Hydroxyethylcellulose~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseEthylcellulose~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Methyl glucose sesquistearate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Methyl glucose sesquistearateTriticum vulgare bran extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hexylene glycol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolTriethoxycaprylylsilane~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps oil and water mix well together. Helps to disperse other ingredients, e.g. pigments, evenly in a formulation
More about TriethoxycaprylylsilanePalmitic acid~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidOleic acid~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin. At the same time, it can weaken the skin's barrier enhancing penetration of other ingredients and increasing the risk of skin dryness
More about Oleic acidSilica dimethyl silylate~0.4–0.65%
Tin oxide~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation
More about Tin oxidePotassium sulfate~0.3–0.6%
Hexyl laurate~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Hexyl laurateCalcium aluminum borosilicate~0.35–0.65%
Alumina~0.5–0.75%
- 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 AluminaCarbomer~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerPolysorbate 20~0.35–0.6%
Lauryl methacrylate/glycol dimethacrylate crosspolymer~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenoxyethanol~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolMica~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaTitanium dioxide~0.45–0.7%
- 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 dioxideCi 77891~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Iron oxides~0.3–0.55%
- 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 oxidesCi 77491~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Iron oxides~0.3–0.55%
- 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 oxidesCi 77492~0.35–0.6%
Iron oxides~0.3–0.55%
- 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 oxidesCi 77499~0.35–0.6%
Ci 15850~0.35–0.6%
Ci 45410~0.35–0.6%
Blue 1 lake~0.35–0.6%
Ci 42090~0.35–0.6%
Ci 17200~0.35–0.6%
Ci 19140~0.3–0.6%
Ci 15850~0.3–0.6%
Ci 45410~0.3–0.6%
Ci 77742~0.35–0.6%
Ci 45410~0.35–0.6%
Ci 45380~0.3–0.6%
Ci 17200~0.3–0.6%
Ci 73360~0.3–0.6%
Ci 75470~0.3–0.6%
Ci 77163~0.3–0.55%
Ci 15850~0.3–0.55%
Ci 19140~0.3–0.5%
Ci 15985~0.2–0.35%
Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilCi 45370~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 15850~0.15–0.25%
Ci 45380~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Octyldodecanol, Synthetic fluorphlogopite, Pentaerythrityl adipate/caprate/caprylate/heptanoate, Petrolatum, Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2, Polyethylene, Hydrogenated dilinoleyl alcohol, Stearoxymethicone/dimethicone copolymer, Silica, Polybutene, Microcrystalline wax, Cera microcristallina, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Calcium sodium borosilicate, Sodium hyaluronate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Polyglyceryl-4 isostearate, Lauryl pca, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Cocos nucifera oil, Olea europaea fruit extract, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1, Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone, Tocopheryl acetate, Cholesterol, Glycerin, Glyceryl stearate, Caprylyl glycol, Linoleic acid, C20-40 pareth-10, Butylene glycol, Water, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Ethylcellulose, Methyl glucose sesquistearate, Triticum vulgare bran extract, Hexylene glycol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Palmitic acid, Oleic acid, Silica dimethyl silylate, Tin oxide, Potassium sulfate, Hexyl laurate, Calcium aluminum borosilicate, Alumina, Carbomer, Polysorbate 20, Lauryl methacrylate/glycol dimethacrylate crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Mica, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891, Iron oxides, Ci 77491, Iron oxides, Ci 77492, Iron oxides, Ci 77499, Ci 15850, Ci 45410, Blue 1 lake, Ci 42090, Ci 17200, Ci 19140, Ci 15850, Ci 45410, Ci 77742, Ci 45410, Ci 45380, Ci 17200, Ci 73360, Ci 75470, Ci 77163, Ci 15850, Ci 19140, Ci 15985, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Ci 45370, Ci 15850, Unknown, Ci 45380
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Product summary
"Clinique - Moisture Surge Pop Triple Lip Balm" is effective for: Moisturizing
It could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- We like that this moisturizer contains peptides (palmitoyl tripeptide-1 0.45% - 0.65% and palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 0.45% - 0.70%). There are many different kind of Peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of aminoacids. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective Peptides are in skincare, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. Peptides might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, Peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
Price
The product retails for 51.23CA$ in Canada, for 26.95$ in the United States, from 21.00£ up to 28.50£ in the United Kingdom, for 41.00A$ in Australia and for 50.00NZ$ in New Zealand.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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