PRODUCT REVIEW
Jack Black Balm Squad
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Product summary
What can the product work for?
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
25 oz/ 7 g Moisture Therapy Lip Balm SPF 25 in Black Tea, Mint, Shea Butter .
persea gratissima oil
0.75% -
1.1%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
petrolatum
5.5% -
6.7%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
One of the most effective and the most studied occlusive ingredients that creates a protective layer on top of the skin preventing moisture loss
cera microcristallina
0.45% -
0.7%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss from its surface and create a thicker product consistency
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Anti-aging
tripeptide-1
0.45% -
0.7%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
camellia sinensis leaf extract
0.55% -
0.8%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
butyrospermum parkii butter
1.1% -
1.3%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
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
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Anti-oxidation
camellia sinensis leaf extract
0.55% -
0.8%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
butyrospermum parkii butter
1.1% -
1.3%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
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
theobroma cacao seed butter
4.5% -
5.5%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
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Sun protection
butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane
25% -
31%
Irritation risk:
UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic
Avobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
4.5% -
5.5%
Irritation risk:
UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic
Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
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| Promise | Can it deliver? |
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| Sun protection | |
| Moisturizing |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
75/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 7
Potential irritants
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
4.5% -
5.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Sun protection
Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
parfum
1.1% -
1.4%
Irritation risk:
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
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Comodogenic ingredients
theobroma cacao seed butter
4.5% -
5.5%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-dandruff
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
butyrospermum parkii butter
1.1% -
1.3%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-aging,
Anti-oxidation
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
Show more
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Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
camellia sinensis leaf extract
0.55% -
0.8%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Antibacterial,
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-aging,
Evens skin tone,
Anti-blemish,
Moisturizing
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
camellia sinensis leaf extract
0.4% -
0.6%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Antibacterial,
Anti-aging,
Anti-blemish,
Evens skin tone,
Moisturizing
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
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Potential irritants
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
4.5% -
5.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Sun protection
Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
parfum
1.1% -
1.4%
Irritation risk:
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
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Comodogenic ingredients
theobroma cacao seed butter
4.5% -
5.5%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-dandruff
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
butyrospermum parkii butter
1.1% -
1.3%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-aging,
Anti-oxidation
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
Show more
All ingredients
butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane
25% -
31%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Sun protection
Avobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
4.5% -
5.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Sun protection
Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
petrolatum
5.5% -
6.7%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
One of the most effective and the most studied occlusive ingredients that creates a protective layer on top of the skin preventing moisture loss
Show more
Ingredient list view
Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Petrolatum, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Lanolin oil, Beeswax, Ozokerite, Polyglyceryl-3 beeswax, Parfum, Butyrospermum parkii butter, C18-38 alkyl hydroxystearoyl stearate, Persea gratissima oil, Tocopheryl acetate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Microcrystalline wax, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Petrolatum, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Lanolin oil, Beeswax, Ozokerite, Polyglyceryl-3 beeswax, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Parfum, C18-38 alkyl hydroxystearoyl stearate, Persea gratissima oil, Tocopheryl acetate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Microcrystalline wax, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Petrolatum, Lanolin, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Cera alba, Beeswax, Ozokerite, Polyglyceryl-3 beeswax, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Mel, Honey, Isohexadecane, Hydrogenated vegetable oil, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, C18-38 alkyl hydroxystearoyl stearate, Persea gratissima oil, Sodium hyaluronate, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Tripeptide-1, Tocopheryl acetate, Ethylene/propylene/styrene copolymer, Cera microcristallina, Microcrystalline wax, Cera microcristallina, Butylene/ethylene/styrene copolymer, Potassium carbonate, Xanthan gum
Sources
- Cocoa polyphenols and their influence on parameters involved in ex vivo skin restructuring
- Safety Assessment of Polyglyceryl Fatty Acid Esters as Used in Cosmetics
- The lanolin paradox revisited Matiz, Catalina et al. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, Volume 64, Issue 1, 197
- Efficacy of barrier creams in comparison to skin care products in dental laboratory technicians--a controlled trial