Eminence Organics Rosehip & Lemongrass Lip Balm SPF 15
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Sun protectionSPF 15 · 1 UV filter · Broad spectrumWeak protectionSPF under 30
This product offers broad spectrum sun protection, but it is weak. We recommend to use a broad spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30.
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.
MoisturizingOlea europaea fruit oil, Beeswax + 5 moreWorks
“Key Ingredients Rosehip Oil primary constituents are EFAs, Vitamins C and E and beta carotene which improve skin's moisture, tone, texture Comfrey emollient, antioxidant; supplies skin with Vitamin E, gently lubricates, improves elasticity Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil rich in Vitamin A and E, helps to tone, repair and refresh dry, tired lips Lavender rejuvenates the look of skin Zinc Oxide natural SPF protection”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: beeswax, helianthus annuus seed oil.
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).
Anti-agingTocopherolNot delivered
“Key Ingredients Rosehip Oil primary constituents are EFAs, Vitamins C and E and beta carotene which improve skin's moisture, tone, texture Comfrey emollient, antioxidant; supplies skin with Vitamin E, gently lubricates, improves elasticity Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil rich in Vitamin A and E, helps to tone, repair and refresh dry, tired lips Lavender rejuvenates the look of skin Zinc Oxide natural SPF protection”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.
This ingredient squalene might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin and help it fight off some of the sun damage.
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).
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Squalene, Calendula officinalis extract + 2 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (squalene) 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?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Lavandula angustifolia extract, Cymbopogon martini oil + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Zinc oxide3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant
More about Zinc oxideOlea europaea fruit oil~23–35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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 oilBeeswax~6.8–10.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about BeeswaxCalendula officinalis extract~4–6.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Calendula officinalis extractSymphytum officinale extract~3.1–4.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lavandula angustifolia extract~2.3–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for fragrance and contains volatile compounds that can irritate the skin
More about Lavandula angustifolia extractRosa canina seed oil~2–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. It might have anti-oxidant properties. Might help reduce inflammation in skin and help against blemishes
More about Rosa canina seed oilCymbopogon martini oil~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Aromatic plant oil used in cosmetics as a fragrance. A likely irritant
More about Cymbopogon martini oilCitrus limon seed oil~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Tocopherol~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolPhytosterols~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Lipids that work as an emollient and can be helpful in repairing skin barrier function
More about PhytosterolsSqualene~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
An oil that is naturally part of skin sebum that helps to soften its upper layer, reduce water loss and neutralize free radicals. It might be comedogenic. Avoid applying large concentrations (or pure oil) before sun exposure as oxidized squalene can clog pores and lead to skin irritation. Today squalene is mostly derived from vegetable oils or synthetized by yeast
More about SqualeneHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilIngredient list view
Zinc oxide, Olea europaea fruit oil, Beeswax, Calendula officinalis extract, Symphytum officinale extract, Lavandula angustifolia extract, Rosa canina seed oil, Cymbopogon martini oil, Unknown, Citrus limon seed oil, Tocopherol, Phytosterols, Squalene, Helianthus annuus seed oil
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| Eminence OrganicsRosehip & Lemongrass Lip Balm SPF 15YOUR PRODUCT | All GoodUnscented Lip Balm SPF20 | Green BeaverSunscreen Lip Balm SPF 15 | CoolaMineral Tinted Liplux SPF 30 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 37% | 35% |
| Price | $28.00 | $4.79−$23.21 | $4.94−$23.06 | $20.00−$8.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 7 | 3 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Ricinus Communis Seed Oil | Beta-Sitosterol | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| SPF | SPF 15 | SPF 20 | SPF 15 | SPF 30 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Eminence Organics - Rosehip & Lemongrass Lip Balm SPF 15" "is a broad spectrum lip sunscreen meaning that it protects both from UVB rays (" burning "- they cause sunburn) and UVA rays (" aging "- they don't cause sunburn but lead to premature aging and pigmentation issues). However, it does not offer enough sun protection. We recommend to use a sunscreen with at least SPF 30 daily.
Sunscreen filters
It is a mineral sunscreen. It uses zinc oxide for sun protection. Zinc oxide almost never irritates the skin or stings eyes, but it can leave a white cast.
Irritation risk
There are some common irritants in this product, including ingredients that do not have benefits for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this lip sunscreen to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 28.00$ in the United States.
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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.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 6Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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