EltaMD

EltaMD UV Daily Peptide Lip Balm SPF 40

Name: EltaMD - UV Daily Peptide Lip Balm SPF 40
Brand: EltaMD

SPF 40Efficacy60/100IrritancyMedium·1 UV filter

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Sun protection

SPF 40 · 1 UV filter · Partial spectrum

Weak protectionLow filter dose

SPF 40Partial spectrumChemical filtersWater-resistantNo white cast

This product does not offer good protection against UVA rays.

This product can be considered "reef safe" because it does not contain the UV filters (oxybenzone and octinoxate) that can be harmful to coral reefs when present in the water in high concentrations.

UV spectrum

UVB290–320 nmUVA II320–340 nmUVA I340–400 nm

Butyloctyl Salicylate

FilterCoverageWhat it doesEst. amount

Butyloctyl SalicylateUVBA synthetic ester of salicylic acid that is used to help disperse pigments and boost effectiveness of sunscreen ingredients. It is able to absorb UV light (working as an organic, or chemical filter), but is not approved as a sunscreen ingredient on its own~1.7–2.5%

~ marks concentrations estimated from label position and typical use levels

Reef-safe

No oxybenzone or octinoxate — the two filters banned in Hawaii, Florida Keys and Aruba.

Moisturizing

Palmitoyl tripeptide-38, Tripeptide-1 + 12 more

Strong evidence

What the product description says

“This weightless formula glides on effortlessly to provide immediate visible relief for dry, cracked lips while delivering high-performance broad spectrum SPF 40 and 40-minute water resistance.”

Source: EltaMD

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: sodium hyaluronate.

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, caprylic/capric triglyceride.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: palmitoyl tripeptide-38, tripeptide-1

Caprylic/capric triglycerideKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin~23–34%

Palmitoyl tripeptide-38HeroEffect: HighA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.1–0.35%

Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2Key active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss from its surface~4–6%

Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.35–0.8%

Theobroma cacao seed butterKey active· EmollientEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect~1.4–2.1%

TrioleinKey activeEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.35–0.8%

Tripeptide-1Hero· EmollientEffect: HighA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.15–0.6%

Helianthus annuus seed waxKey active· EmollientEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function while creating a thicker product consistency~4.6–6.9%

Diisostearyl malateKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin~5.5–8.2%

C10-18 triglyceridesKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumHelps soften the skin and attract water to its upper layer. Helps create nice product texture~0.45–1.05%

Isostearyl alcoholKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.45–1.1%

Cetearyl ethylhexanoate· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that helps soften the skin~0.5–1.2%

Isohexadecane· EmollientEffect: LowImproves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent~1–1.5%

Portulaca pilosa extractEffect: Low~0.15–0.55%

Anti-aging

Not advertised by the brand · Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl tripeptide-38

Moderate evidence

This product contains palmitoyl tripeptide-38, 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. The biggest anti-aging effect in this product comes from sun protection. Sun damage is the main factor causing early signs of skin aging. We, however, do not recommend using this product as a sunscreen because the protection it offers is not strong enough).

Tripeptide-1Key activeEffect: MediumA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.15–0.6%

Palmitoyl tripeptide-38Key activeEffect: MediumA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.1–0.35%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

1 strong irritant: Parfum

Medium risk

We flagged 9 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.2–0.7%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~23–34%est.

Diisostearyl malateHelps to soften the upper layer of the skinMedium~5.5–8.2%est.

Isoamyl laurateHelps stabilize emulsions and create a nice product textureMedium~2.9–4.3%est.

Butyloctyl salicylateA synthetic ester of salicylic acid that is used to help disperse pigments and boost effectiveness of sunscreen ingredients. It is able to absorb UV light (working as an organic, or chemical filter), but is not approved as a sunscreen ingredient on its ownMedium~1.7–2.5%est.

Vp/eicosene copolymerUsed to improve the product adherence to the skin, for example, to pro-long the protective effect of sunscreens. Can be irritating to very sensitive skinMedium~1.2–1.7%est.

Polyhydroxystearic acidUsed to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulationMedium~0.55–1.3%est.

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~0.2–0.75%est.

Portulaca pilosa extract—Medium~0.15–0.55%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

Theobroma cacao seed butterHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect3/5~1.4–2.1%est.

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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~23–34%

Key activeIrritant · 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

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Diisostearyl malate~5.5–8.2%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin

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Helianthus annuus seed wax~4.6–6.9%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function while creating a thicker product consistency

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Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2~4–6%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss from its surface

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Isoamyl laurate~2.9–4.3%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Helps stabilize emulsions and create a nice product texture

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Oryza sativa bran wax~2.1–3.1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Butyloctyl salicylate~1.7–2.5%

UV filterKey activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Sun protection

A synthetic ester of salicylic acid that is used to help disperse pigments and boost effectiveness of sunscreen ingredients. It is able to absorb UV light (working as an organic, or chemical filter), but is not approved as a sunscreen ingredient on its own

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Theobroma cacao seed butter~1.4–2.1%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-dandruff

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect

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Vp/eicosene copolymer~1.2–1.7%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Sun protection

Used to improve the product adherence to the skin, for example, to pro-long the protective effect of sunscreens. Can be irritating to very sensitive skin

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Isohexadecane~1–1.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

Improves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent

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Polyhydroxystearic acid~0.55–1.3%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation

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Cetearyl ethylhexanoate~0.5–1.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin

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Isostearyl alcohol~0.45–1.1%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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C10-18 triglycerides~0.45–1.05%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the skin and attract water to its upper layer. Helps create nice product texture

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Bis-ethylhexyl hydroxydimethoxy benzylmalonate~0.35–0.85%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Sodium hyaluronate~0.35–0.8%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Triolein~0.35–0.8%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Ethylene/propylene/styrene copolymer~0.3–0.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Parfum~0.2–0.7%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Tocopheryl acetate~0.2–0.75%

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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Sorbitan isostearate~0.15–0.65%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Glyceryl dioleate~0.3–0.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Butylene/ethylene/styrene copolymer~0.15–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to create a gel-like product texture

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Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Xanthan gum~0.15–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Portulaca pilosa extract~0.15–0.55%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

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Sucrose cocoate~0.1–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

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Tripeptide-1~0.15–0.6%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-aging

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

More about Tripeptide-1

Palmitoyl tripeptide-38~0.1–0.35%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-aging

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

More about Palmitoyl tripeptide-38

Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate~0.1–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to increase stability of product formulations

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Ingredient list view

Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Diisostearyl malate, Helianthus annuus seed wax, Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2, Isoamyl laurate, Oryza sativa bran wax, Butyloctyl salicylate, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Vp/eicosene copolymer, Isohexadecane, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Cetearyl ethylhexanoate, Isostearyl alcohol, C10-18 triglycerides, Bis-ethylhexyl hydroxydimethoxy benzylmalonate, Sodium hyaluronate, Triolein, Ethylene/propylene/styrene copolymer, Parfum, Tocopheryl acetate, Sorbitan isostearate, Glyceryl dioleate, Butylene/ethylene/styrene copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Xanthan gum, Portulaca pilosa extract, Sucrose cocoate, Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl tripeptide-38, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate

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