HUDA BEAUTY Silk Balm Rose Quartz

HUDA BEAUTY Silk Balm Rose Quartz

Efficacy75/100IrritancyHigh
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1 of 1 advertised claim delivered

Moisturizing
15 ingredients credited for this claim
Good support
What the product description says
“It’s also laced with manuka honey to offer long-lasting nourishment and hydration, as well as a subtle, sweet and musky scent that will have you reaching to reapply time and time again.”
Source: Cultbeauty

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, honey.

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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, helianthus annuus seed oil.

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~1.8–2.7%
Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.2–0.75%
Helianthus annuus seed oilKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA 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~0.35–0.75%
PhospholipidsKey activeEffect: MediumEmollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product~0.2–0.75%
HoneyKey active· HumectantEffect: MediumHelps attract water to the skin and might have some anti-bacterial properties. Can be an allergen~0.2–0.75%
Glycine soja seed extractKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumAn emollient that helps soften the skin. Might be somewhat helpful in evening the skin tone.~0.35–0.8%
Honey extractKey active· HumectantEffect: MediumHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.2–0.75%
Ethylhexyl palmitateKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumAn emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture~0.35–0.8%
MelKey active· Humectant, EmollientEffect: MediumHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and attract water to it~0.35–0.75%
Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed 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~0.2–0.7%
Caprylyl glycol· Humectant, EmollientEffect: LowHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture~0.3–0.75%
Hydrogenated polydecene· EmollientEffect: LowHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture~0.3–0.75%
Hydrogenated polyisobutene· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: LowUsed to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin~4.6–6.9%
TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure 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~0.2–0.75%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
3 strong irritants: Parfum, Aroma + 1 more — patch-test recommended
High risk
We flagged 12 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~0.2–0.75%est.
AromaAn unspecified blend of fragrant irritating ingredientsHigh~0.2–0.75%est.
LimoneneA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heatHigh~0.1–0.45%est.
Hydrogenated styrene/isoprene copolymerHelps to create a thicker product consistencyMedium~2.6–3.9%est.
Glycine soja seed extractAn emollient that helps soften the skin. Might be somewhat helpful in evening the skin tone.Medium~2.1–3.1%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~1.8–2.7%est.
Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractA plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicalsMedium~0.9–1.35%est.
Caprylyl glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product textureMedium~0.4–0.9%est.
Hexylene glycolHelps create a more spreadable product textureMedium~0.3–0.75%est.
Honey extractHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.2–0.75%est.
1,2-hexanediolA preservativeMedium~0.15–0.7%est.
Comedogenic
2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale
2 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
Ethylhexyl palmitateAn emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture3/5~1.4–2%est.
Ethylhexyl palmitateAn emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture3/5~0.35–0.8%est.
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Hydrogenated polydecene~23–35%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

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

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Polybutene~4.2–6.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Hydrogenated polyisobutene~4.6–6.9%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin

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Bis-behenyl/isostearyl/phytosteryl dimer dilinoleyl dimer dilinoleate~3.7–5.5%
Irritant · high
Hydrogenated styrene/isoprene copolymer~2.6–3.9%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Helps to create a thicker product consistency

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Glycine soja seed extract~2.1–3.1%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingReduces rednessEvens skin toneAnti-oxidationAnti-aging

An emollient that helps soften the skin. Might be somewhat helpful in evening the skin tone.

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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~1.8–2.7%
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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Ethylhexyl palmitate~1.4–2%
Key activeComedogenic 3/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture

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Sodium hyaluronate~1–1.6%
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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Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.9–1.35%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Reduces rednessAnti-oxidationEvens skin toneAnti-inflammatoryAntibacterial

A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals

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Raspberry seed oil/tocopheryl succinate aminopropanediol esters~0.55–1.25%
Formula
Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate~0.45–1.1%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to increase stability of product formulations

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Tocopherol~0.45–1.05%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-oxidationAnti-agingMoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

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

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Phospholipids~0.45–1%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Emollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product

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Ethylene/propylene/styrene copolymer~0.4–0.95%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Butylene/ethylene/styrene copolymer~0.4–0.9%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to create a gel-like product texture

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Silica dimethyl silylate~0.45–1%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Butylene glycol~0.35–0.8%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

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

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Caprylyl glycol~0.4–0.9%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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Hexylene glycol~0.3–0.75%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps create a more spreadable product texture

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Phenoxyethanol~0.3–0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Parfum~0.2–0.75%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Aroma~0.2–0.75%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An unspecified blend of fragrant irritating ingredients

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Titanium dioxide~0.35–0.85%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Sun protection

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

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Ci 77891~0.2–0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Iron oxides~0.2–0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Sun protection

An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear

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Ci 77492~0.2–0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A colorant. Usually well-tolerated

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Ci 77491~0.2–0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating

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Honey~0.2–0.75%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAntibacterial

Helps attract water to the skin and might have some anti-bacterial properties. Can be an allergen

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Hydrogenated polydecene~0.3–0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

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

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Polybutene~0.2–0.8%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Bis-behenyl/isostearyl/phytosteryl dimer dilinoleyl dimer dilinoleate~0.35–0.8%
Irritant · high
Hydrogenated styrene/isoprene copolymer~0.2–0.75%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Helps to create a thicker product consistency

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Glycine soja seed extract~0.35–0.8%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-agingAnti-oxidationEvens skin toneReduces redness

An emollient that helps soften the skin. Might be somewhat helpful in evening the skin tone.

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Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.35–0.75%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

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

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Ethylhexyl palmitate~0.35–0.8%
Key activeComedogenic 3/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture

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Honey extract~0.2–0.75%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Mel~0.35–0.75%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and attract water to it

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Honey extract~0.2–0.75%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Glycyrrhiza glabra leaf extract~0.2–0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidation

A plant extract that can be effective for calming down inflammation and lightening the skin, but the effectivenss in products can vary significantly based on the extract quality and concentration used

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Sodium hyaluronate~0.2–0.75%
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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Phospholipids~0.2–0.75%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Emollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product

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Water~0.2–0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Tocopherol~0.2–0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-oxidationMoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryAnti-aging

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

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Silica~0.4–0.9%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to absorb oil and can temporarily mattify skin

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Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate~0.2–0.8%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to increase stability of product formulations

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Silica dimethyl silylate~0.35–0.8%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Butylene glycol~0.2–0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

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 glycol
Caprylyl glycol~0.3–0.75%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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Hexylene glycol~0.15–0.65%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps create a more spreadable product texture

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1,2-hexanediol~0.15–0.7%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Phenoxyethanol~0.2–0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Parfum~0.15–0.6%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Aroma~0.15–0.6%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An unspecified blend of fragrant irritating ingredients

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Parfum~0.15–0.5%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Limonene~0.1–0.45%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat

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Iron oxides~0.1–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Sun protection

An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear

More about Iron oxides
Ci 77492~0.1–0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A colorant. Usually well-tolerated

More about Ci 77492
Iron oxides~0.1–0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Sun protection

An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear

More about Iron oxides
Ci 77491~0.1–0.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating

More about Ci 77491
Iron oxides~0.1–0.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Sun protection

An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear

More about Iron oxides
Ci 77499~0.05–0.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

An iron oxide. Used as a colorant. Is usually well tolerated

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Ingredient list view

Hydrogenated polydecene, Polybutene, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Bis-behenyl/isostearyl/phytosteryl dimer dilinoleyl dimer dilinoleate, Hydrogenated styrene/isoprene copolymer, Glycine soja seed extract, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Sodium hyaluronate, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Raspberry seed oil/tocopheryl succinate aminopropanediol esters, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Tocopherol, Phospholipids, Ethylene/propylene/styrene copolymer, Butylene/ethylene/styrene copolymer, Silica dimethyl silylate, Butylene glycol, Caprylyl glycol, Hexylene glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Aroma, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891, Iron oxides, Ci 77492, Ci 77491, Honey, Hydrogenated polydecene, Polybutene, Bis-behenyl/isostearyl/phytosteryl dimer dilinoleyl dimer dilinoleate, Hydrogenated styrene/isoprene copolymer, Glycine soja seed extract, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Honey extract, Mel, Honey extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra leaf extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Phospholipids, Water, Tocopherol, Silica, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Silica dimethyl silylate, Butylene glycol, Caprylyl glycol, Hexylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Aroma, Parfum, Limonene, Iron oxides, Ci 77492, Iron oxides, Ci 77491, Iron oxides, Ci 77499

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HUDA BEAUTY Silk Balm Rose Quartz
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