Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing13 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Made with clinical levels of collagen-boosting biomimetic triple-peptides that increase lip volume and firmness, while deeply hydrating.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: butyrospermum parkii butter, cera microcristallina.
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).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: palmitoyl tripeptide-1
Anti-aging2 ingredients credited for this claimModerate support
“Made with clinical levels of collagen-boosting biomimetic triple-peptides that increase lip volume and firmness, while deeply hydrating.”
This product contains palmitoyl tripeptide-1. This ingredient 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Parfum, Rosa damascena flower wax + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic6 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale6 flagged
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Ingredients
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Ricinus communis seed oil~25–37%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Ricinus communis seed oilHydroxystearic/linolenic/oleic polyglycerides~5.2–7.8%
Triisostearyl citrate~4.9–7.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polybutene~3.7–5.5%
Microcrystalline wax~2.8–4.2%
Cera microcristallina~2.4–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss from its surface and create a thicker product consistency
More about Cera microcristallinaPolyhydroxystearic acid~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Polyhydroxystearic acidHelianthus annuus seed wax~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function while creating a thicker product consistency
More about Helianthus annuus seed waxParfum~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumButyrospermum parkii butter~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
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
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterRosa damascena flower wax~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Is likely to contain rose essential oil that can be irritating. Typically used for its fragrance and to create a thicker product consistency
More about Rosa damascena flower waxRosa centifolia flower wax~0.55–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Is likely to contain an essential oil that can be irritating. Typically used for its fragrance and to create a thicker product consistency
More about Rosa centifolia flower waxRosa canina fruit oil~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
More about Rosa canina fruit oilCamellia oleifera seed oil~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that does not leave a greasy finish
More about Camellia oleifera seed oilEthylhexyl palmitate~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitatePalmitoyl tripeptide-1~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tripeptide-1Tribehenin~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TribeheninCaprylyl glycol~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolPhenoxyethanol~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSorbitan isostearate~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateHexylene glycol~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolIron oxides~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 oxidesCi 77491~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Iron oxides~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 oxidesCi 77492~0.2–0.7%
Iron oxides~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 oxidesCi 77499~0.15–0.6%
Ci 15850~0.15–0.6%
Ci 45410~0.15–0.55%
Ci 45380~0.15–0.5%
Ci 45410~0.1–0.45%
Ci 17200~0.1–0.45%
Ci 73360~0.1–0.4%
Ci 77742~0.1–0.3%
Titanium dioxide~0.1–0.35%
- 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 dioxideCi 77891~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Ricinus communis seed oil, Hydroxystearic/linolenic/oleic polyglycerides, Triisostearyl citrate, Polybutene, Microcrystalline wax, Cera microcristallina, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Helianthus annuus seed wax, Parfum, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Rosa damascena flower wax, Rosa centifolia flower wax, Rosa canina fruit oil, Camellia oleifera seed oil, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1, Tribehenin, Caprylyl glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbitan isostearate, Hexylene glycol, Iron oxides, Ci 77491, Iron oxides, Ci 77492, Iron oxides, Ci 77499, Ci 15850, Ci 45410, Ci 45380, Ci 45410, Ci 17200, Ci 73360, Ci 77742, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891
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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.
| Iris&RomeoPower Peptide Lip BalmYOUR PRODUCT | Crème de la MerThe Lip Volumizer | KosasPlump Juicy Lip Booster Lip Treatment | FENTY BEAUTY by RihannaGloss Bomb Cream Color Drip Lip Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 55% | 54% | 53% |
| Price | $26.00 | $76.10+$50.10 | $25.00−$1.00 | $21.00−$5.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 7 | 4 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Unsaponifiables | Retinyl Palmitate |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
"Iris&Romeo - Power Peptide Lip Balm" is effective for: Moisturizing
This lip sunscreen could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- We like that this moisturizer contains peptides (palmitoyl tripeptide-1 0.55% - 1.25%). There are many different kind of Peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of aminoacids. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective Peptides are in skincare, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. Peptides might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, Peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
Price
The product retails for 26.00$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
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