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MoisturizingDiisostearyl malate, Jojoba esters + 10 moreWorks
“A nourishing and AHA-based smoothing lip treatment with a scrub-to-balm formula that hydrates and gently exfoliates for a smooth and supple finish.Jam-packed with intensely hydrating watermelon extract as well as watermelon and coconut oils, Glow Recipe's Watermelon Glow Lip Pop instantly refreshes and hydrates parched lips.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: jojoba esters, diisostearyl malate.
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).
ExfoliationTartaric acidNot delivered
“Coconut sugar and hibiscus-derived AHAs help to gently exfoliate lips to remove dead and dull cells for a soft and even finish.”
This product might help exfoliate the skin with tartaric acid, but This ingredient is not the most effective.
Anti-agingTocopherol, Ascorbic acidNot delivered
“Skin Care Concerns Home Skin Ceuticals Medical Skincare Dermatologist approved Teen & Pre-Teen Acne & Blemishes Fine Lines & Wrinkles Visible Pores Dark Circles & Puffiness Dull Skin Dry Skin Oily Skin Combination Skin Redness Pigmentation Dehydrated Skin Sensitive Skin”
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 tartaric acid might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin and help it fight off some of the sun damage.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Tartaric acid, Viola tricolor extract + 4 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (tartaric acid) 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?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract, ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Diisostearyl malate~22–34%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Diisostearyl malateHydrogenated polyisobutene~4.9–7.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobutenePentaerythrityl tetraisostearate~3.1–4.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearatePolyethylene~3.5–5.2%
Phytosteryl/isostearyl/cetyl/stearyl/behenyl dimer dilinoleate~2.6–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Phytosteryl/isostearyl/cetyl/stearyl/behenyl dimer dilinoleateDiphenyl dimethicone~1.9–2.8%
Jojoba esters~1.4–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersTridecyl trimellitate~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Tridecyl trimellitateMicrocrystalline wax~0.95–1.4%
Caprylyl methicone~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish on the skin
More about Caprylyl methiconeDipentaerythrityl hexahydroxystearate/hexastearate/hexarosinate~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Trioctyldodecyl citrate~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Silica dimethyl silylate~0.35–0.8%
Octyldodecanol~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation
More about OctyldodecanolCitrullus lanatus seed oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coconut flower sugar~0.4–0.95%
Ceresin~0.15–0.65%
Citrullus lanatus fruit extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can contain an antioxidant compound
More about Citrullus lanatus fruit extractGlyceryl behenate/eicosadioate~0.15–0.65%
Isostearic acid~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture
More about Isostearic acidHibiscus sabdariffa flower extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can be irritating. It might contain a compound anthocyanin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extractMaltodextrin~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinDehydroacetic acid~0.1–0.3%
Citric acid~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidTitanium dioxide~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideAlumina~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
The same compound that is used safely in dental implants and bone cements. In cosmetics, it is used to improve the consistency of products
More about AluminaPropylene glycol~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolWater~0.1–0.45%
Tocopherol~0.1–0.5%
- 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 TocopherolMalic acid~0.1–0.45%
Ascorbic acid~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidTartaric acid~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An AHA (alpha-hydroxy acid). It oxidizes quickly which makes it less effective in skincare formulations. It can support skin's barrier and moisture levels
More about Tartaric acidCrataegus monogyna flower extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.25%
Potassium sorbate~0.05–0.25%
Viola tricolor extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have an anti-inflammatory effect in skin
More about Viola tricolor extractCi 45410~0.05–0.2%
Ci 15850~0.05–0.15%
Parfum~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Diisostearyl malate, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearate, Polyethylene, Phytosteryl/isostearyl/cetyl/stearyl/behenyl dimer dilinoleate, Diphenyl dimethicone, Jojoba esters, Tridecyl trimellitate, Microcrystalline wax, Caprylyl methicone, Dipentaerythrityl hexahydroxystearate/hexastearate/hexarosinate, Trioctyldodecyl citrate, Silica dimethyl silylate, Octyldodecanol, Citrullus lanatus seed oil, Coconut flower sugar, Ceresin, Citrullus lanatus fruit extract, Glyceryl behenate/eicosadioate, Isostearic acid, Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract, Maltodextrin, Dehydroacetic acid, Citric acid, Titanium dioxide, Alumina, Propylene glycol, Water, Tocopherol, Malic acid, Ascorbic acid, Tartaric acid, Crataegus monogyna flower extract, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Viola tricolor extract, Ci 45410, Ci 15850, Parfum
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| Glow RecipeWatermelon Glow Lip PopYOUR PRODUCT | Olive KollectionCoringco Shalala Snow Ball Lip Balm | Too Cool For SchoolCoconut Sugar Scrub Lip Balm | Dear DahliaBlooming Edition Paradise Tinted Blooming Balm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 34% | 32% | 30% |
| Price | — | — | — | $23.21 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 3 | 1 of 3 | 2 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Agran Oil | Cera Microcristallina | Agran Oil |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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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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- 3Analyzing Lycopene Content in Fruitssciencedirect.com
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- 5Hibiscus sabdariffa L. – A phytochemical and pharmacological reviewsciencedirect.com
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