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MoisturizingPetrolatum, Linoleic acid + 24 moreWorks well
“On the other side, sheer, tinted moisturizing balm smooths lips with lasting shine.”
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:
lauryl pca, sucrose.
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: cocos nucifera oil, ricinus communis seed oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide ng, linoleic acid, petrolatum
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“On one side, the sugar-smoothing scrub gently polishes away dry, flaky skin.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract + 6 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (camellia sinensis leaf extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Salvia sclarea extract — 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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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 PetrolatumPolybutene~4.7–7%
Polyglyceryl-2 triisostearate~3.5–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Polyglyceryl-2 triisostearateHydrogenated polyisobutene~3.9–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobuteneTocopheryl acetate~2.5–3.8%
- 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 acetateVp/hexadecene copolymer~2.2–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates a nice product texture and can support water-resistance of sunscreens
More about Vp/hexadecene copolymerIsononyl isononanoate~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
More about Isononyl isononanoateSilica~1.5–2.2%
Hydrogenated castor oil~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Hydrogenated castor oilButylene glycol~0.8–1.25%
- 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 glycolC12-16 alcohols~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product's texture
More about C12-16 alcoholsPpg-51/smdi copolymer~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates a thicker product cinsistency and can help products stay on the skin longer(for example, in lip products)
More about Ppg-51/smdi copolymerAloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.45–1.05%
- 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~0.4–0.9%
- 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 oilCaprylic/capric/myristic/stearic triglyceride~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Caprylic/capric/myristic/stearic triglycerideCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractButyrospermum parkii butter~0.4–0.9%
- 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 butterAstrocaryum murumuru seed butter~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Could be comedogenic due to the myrisic acid content
More about Astrocaryum murumuru seed butterColeus barbatus root extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ceramide ng~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 ngSea whip extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help neutrlize free radicals, calm down inflammation, and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Sea whip extractCholesterol~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolPolylysine~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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 triglycerideCaprylyl glycol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolLinoleic acid~0.3–0.7%
- 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 acidPalmitic acid~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidLauryl pca~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Lauryl pcaHydrogenated lecithin~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinEthylene/propylene/styrene copolymer~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Ethylene/propylene/styrene copolymerTetrahexyldecyl ascorbate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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 ascorbateButylene/ethylene/styrene copolymer~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture
More about Butylene/ethylene/styrene copolymerWater~0.15–0.55%
Mica~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaCi 15850~0.15–0.55%
Ci 19140~0.15–0.55%
Ci 45410~0.15–0.55%
Ci 77491~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Ci 77492~0.15–0.55%
Ci 77499~0.15–0.55%
Ci 17200~0.15–0.55%
Ci 77891~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77163~0.15–0.55%
Ci 75470~0.15–0.55%
Ci 15850~0.15–0.55%
Ci 15985~0.15–0.55%
Blue 1 lake~0.15–0.55%
Ci 45380~0.15–0.55%
Ci 73360~0.15–0.55%
Sucrose~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In crystal form, it can work as a gentle exfoliant, gentler than the salt scrub. Helps stabilize the emulsion
More about SucroseRicinus communis seed oil~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Ricinus communis seed oilSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilMicrocrystalline wax~0.15–0.6%
Isononyl isononanoate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
More about Isononyl isononanoateButyrospermum parkii butter~0.2–0.7%
- 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 butterCellulose~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can be used to help absorb oil as well as add volume and imporve texture of products.
More about CelluloseEuphorbia cerifera wax~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Persea gratissima oil~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilSilica~0.2–0.8%
Vitis vinifera seed oil~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties
More about Vitis vinifera seed oilSalvia sclarea extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Salvia sclarea extractGlycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractCaprylyl glycol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolTocopheryl acetate~0.15–0.55%
- 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 acetateEthylene/propylene/styrene copolymer~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Ethylene/propylene/styrene copolymerButylene/ethylene/styrene copolymer~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture
More about Butylene/ethylene/styrene copolymerPentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to increase stability of product formulations
More about Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamateBht~0.1–0.5%
Mica~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaCi 77891~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 15850~0.15–0.5%
Ci 19140~0.1–0.5%
Ci 45410~0.1–0.45%
Ci 15850~0.1–0.4%
Ci 15985~0.1–0.4%
Blue 1 lake~0.1–0.3%
Ci 45380~0.05–0.25%
Ci 73360~0.05–0.2%
Ci 75470~0.05–0.2%
Ci 17200~0.05–0.25%
Ci 77163~0.05–0.25%
Ingredient list view
Petrolatum, Polybutene, Polyglyceryl-2 triisostearate, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Tocopheryl acetate, Vp/hexadecene copolymer, Isononyl isononanoate, Silica, Hydrogenated castor oil, Butylene glycol, C12-16 alcohols, Ppg-51/smdi copolymer, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Cocos nucifera oil, Caprylic/capric/myristic/stearic triglyceride, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Astrocaryum murumuru seed butter, Coleus barbatus root extract, Ceramide ng, Sea whip extract, Cholesterol, Polylysine, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Caprylyl glycol, Linoleic acid, Palmitic acid, Lauryl pca, Hydrogenated lecithin, Ethylene/propylene/styrene copolymer, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Butylene/ethylene/styrene copolymer, Water, Mica, Ci 15850, Ci 19140, Ci 45410, Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499, Ci 17200, Ci 77891, Ci 77163, Ci 75470, Ci 15850, Ci 15985, Blue 1 lake, Ci 45380, Ci 73360, Sucrose, Ricinus communis seed oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Microcrystalline wax, Isononyl isononanoate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Cellulose, Euphorbia cerifera wax, Persea gratissima oil, Silica, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Salvia sclarea extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Caprylyl glycol, Tocopheryl acetate, Ethylene/propylene/styrene copolymer, Butylene/ethylene/styrene copolymer, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Bht, Mica, Ci 77891, Ci 15850, Ci 19140, Ci 45410, Ci 15850, Ci 15985, Blue 1 lake, Ci 45380, Ci 73360, Ci 75470, Ci 17200, Ci 77163
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| CliniqueSweet Pots Sugar Scrub & Lip BalmYOUR PRODUCT | Makeup RevolutionRevolution Beauty Revolution Candy Haze Ceramide Lip Balm | Too FacedHangover Pillow Balm Nourishing Lip Treatment | SaltairLip Oil Balm-Clear | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 45% | 45% | 44% |
| Price | — | $9.36 | $28.00 | $10.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 16 | 5 of 16 | 5 of 16 |
| Key difference | — | Mineral Oil | Glycerin | Titanium Dioxide |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Judging from the ingredient list, "Clinique - Sweet Pots Sugar Scrub & Lip Balm" works well for improving skin hydration The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Humectants in this product (lauryl pca, sucrose, butylene glycol and caprylyl glycol) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Ceramide ng, petrolatum, astrocaryum murumuru seed butter, cholesterol and vitis vinifera seed oil in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
Ingredient callouts
- Another benefit is that this moisturizer contain ceramides (ceramide ng 0.35% - 0.60%). Ceramides are an important part of our natural skin barrier. The ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or come from plants. They help soften the skin and can help "fill the gaps" in the skin barrier, keeping the skin hydrated and resilient for longer.
Irritation risk
It contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of it to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails from 17.60$ up to 22.00$ in the United States and for 37.99£ 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 19 studies and safety reviews.
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