Clinique

Clinique Pep-Start Pout Restoring Night Mask

Name: Clinique - Pep-Start Pout Restoring Night Mask
Brand: Clinique

Efficacy100/100IrritancyLow

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Works for

Moisturizing

Petrolatum, Ceramide ng + 12 more

Works well

What the product description says

“What It Is Moisture-intense mask for softer, smoother lips.”

Source: Clinique

This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: astrocaryum murumuru seed butter, cholesterol.

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 ng, petrolatum

PetrolatumHero· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighOne of the most effective and the most studied occlusive ingredients that creates a protective layer on top of the skin preventing moisture loss~23–34%

Ceramide ngHero· EmollientEffect: HighA 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~0.55–1.35%

Hydrogenated castor oilKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistency~1.3–2%

Astrocaryum murumuru seed butterKey active· EmollientEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin. Could be comedogenic due to the myrisic acid content~0.5–1.15%

Sea whip extractKey activeEffect: HighMight help neutrlize free radicals, calm down inflammation, and attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.4–0.9%

CholesterolKey active· EmollientEffect: HighAn emollient that is naturally found in skin~0.4–0.9%

Hydrogenated polyisobutene· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: LowUsed to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin~3.9–5.9%

Polyglyceryl-2 triisostearateEffect: LowHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture~3.5–5.3%

Caprylic/capric/myristic/stearic triglyceride· EmollientEffect: LowHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin~0.9–1.4%

Caprylyl glycol· Humectant, EmollientEffect: LowHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture~0.3–0.75%

C12-16 alcohols· EmollientEffect: LowHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product's texture~0.15–0.65%

Palmitic acid· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it~0.1–0.4%

Butyrospermum parkii butterUnder-dosedA 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~0.45–1.05%

Caprylic/capric triglycerideUnder-dosedA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin~0.3–0.75%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

7 flagged ingredients

Low risk

We flag 7 ingredients with irritancy potential; the product's overall irritancy is low. The table lists each ingredient's own rating.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Tocopheryl acetateA 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.Medium~2.5–3.8%est.

Hydrogenated castor oilA plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistencyMedium~1.3–2%est.

Astrocaryum murumuru seed butterHelps soften the upper layer of the skin. Could be comedogenic due to the myrisic acid contentMedium~0.5–1.15%est.

Caprylyl glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product textureMedium~0.3–0.75%est.

Caprylic/capric triglycerideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerinMedium~0.3–0.75%est.

C12-16 alcoholsHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product's textureMedium~0.15–0.65%est.

Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbateBeing a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.Medium~0.05–0.25%est.

Comedogenic

1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale

1 flagged

These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.

IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount

Butyrospermum parkii butterA 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 radicals3/5~0.45–1.05%est.

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Ingredients

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Petrolatum~23–34%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the most effective and the most studied occlusive ingredients that creates a protective layer on top of the skin preventing moisture loss

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Polybutene~5.6–8.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Polyglyceryl-2 triisostearate~3.5–5.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture

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Hydrogenated polyisobutene~3.9–5.9%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin

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Tocopheryl acetate~2.5–3.8%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

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.

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Vp/hexadecene copolymer~2.2–3.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Creates a nice product texture and can support water-resistance of sunscreens

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Silica~1.6–2.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to absorb oil and can temporarily mattify skin

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Hydrogenated castor oil~1.3–2%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

CleansingMoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

A plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistency

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Ppg-51/smdi copolymer~1.2–1.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Creates a thicker product cinsistency and can help products stay on the skin longer(for example, in lip products)

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Caprylic/capric/myristic/stearic triglyceride~0.9–1.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin

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Ceramide ng~0.55–1.35%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

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 ng

Astrocaryum murumuru seed butter~0.5–1.15%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Could be comedogenic due to the myrisic acid content

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Sea whip extract~0.4–0.9%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-inflammatory

Might help neutrlize free radicals, calm down inflammation, and attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Butyrospermum parkii butter~0.45–1.05%

Under-dosedComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-agingAnti-oxidation

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 butter

Cholesterol~0.4–0.9%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that is naturally found in skin

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Caprylyl glycol~0.3–0.75%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.3–0.75%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin

More about Caprylic/capric triglyceride

C12-16 alcohols~0.15–0.65%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product's texture

More about C12-16 alcohols

Ethylene/propylene/styrene copolymer~0.05–0.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate~0.05–0.25%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-agingEvens skin toneAnti-oxidation

Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.

More about Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate

Palmitic acid~0.1–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it

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Hydrogenated lecithin~0.05–0.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.

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Butylene/ethylene/styrene copolymer~0.05–0.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to create a gel-like product texture

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Ingredient list view

Petrolatum, Polybutene, Polyglyceryl-2 triisostearate, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Tocopheryl acetate, Vp/hexadecene copolymer, Silica, Hydrogenated castor oil, Ppg-51/smdi copolymer, Caprylic/capric/myristic/stearic triglyceride, Ceramide ng, Astrocaryum murumuru seed butter, Sea whip extract, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Cholesterol, Caprylyl glycol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, C12-16 alcohols, Ethylene/propylene/styrene copolymer, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Palmitic acid, Hydrogenated lecithin, Butylene/ethylene/styrene copolymer

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