Eos Shimmer Iridescent Lip Balm

Brown seaweed extract. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant effect

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

An emollient that helps soften the skin. Often used to stabilize other ingredients, for example, sunscreen

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

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.

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

Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency

An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic

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

A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.

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

An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation

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

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