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Josie Maran Argan Lip Sting Plumping Butter
Josie Maran

Josie Maran Argan Lip Sting Plumping Butter

Efficacy37/100IrritancyMedium
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1 of 2 advertised claims delivered

Moisturizing
22 ingredients credited for this claim
Good support
What the product description says
“Argan Lip Sting Plumping Butter”
From product name

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: glycerin, polyglycerin-3.

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: beeswax, cera alba.

BeeswaxKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighForms 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~0.6–1.4%
Cera albaKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighForms 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~1–1.5%
GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~0.45–1.05%
Glycine soja oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighA good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.~0.3–0.7%
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~2.9–4.4%
Helianthus annuus seed waxKey active· EmollientEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function while creating a thicker product consistency~0.5–1.15%
Jojoba estersKey active· EmollientEffect: HighAn emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function~4.5–6.7%
Polyglycerin-3Key active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.75%
Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.15–0.5%
SucroseKey active· HumectantEffect: HighCan help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In crystal form, it can work as a gentle exfoliant, gentler than the salt scrub. Helps stabilize the emulsion~0.1–0.3%
TrihydroxystearinKey activeEffect: MediumHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product texture~0.3–0.7%
Heptyl undecylenateKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: MediumHelps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss from the skin surface over time and create a nice product finish~0.55–1.25%
C10-18 triglyceridesKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumHelps soften the skin and attract water to its upper layer. Helps create nice product texture~1.4–2.1%
HoneyKey active· HumectantEffect: MediumHelps attract water to the skin and might have some anti-bacterial properties. Can be an allergen~0.35–0.75%
Diisostearyl malateKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin~22–33%
Ethylhexyl palmitateKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumAn emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture~2.1–3.2%
Portulaca pilosa extractEffect: Low~0.15–0.65%
Glyceryl caprylate· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products~0.45–1.05%
Cetearyl ethylhexanoate· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that helps soften the skin~0.45–1%
Glyceryl undecylenate· EmollientEffect: LowHelps oil and water mix together and helps preserve the product formulation~0.4–1%
Pyrus malus fruit extractUnder-dosedEffect: MediumCan have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content~0.35–0.85%
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~0.3–0.7%
Anti-aging
1 ingredient credited for this claim
Weak support
What the product description says
“Konjac root and VolulipTM, a natural peptide and plant extract blend, work together to smooth and fill fine lines, and visibly plump lips through hyaluronic acid synthesis while the subtle sting of the lip butter increases circulation for naturally fuller-looking lips.”
Source: Sephora CA

Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.

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~0.3–0.7%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
1 strong irritant: Parfum
Medium risk
We flagged 13 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~0.4–1%est.
Acacia decurrens flower waxUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.35–0.85%est.
Diisostearyl malateHelps to soften the upper layer of the skinMedium~22–33%est.
Jojoba estersAn emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier functionMedium~4.5–6.7%est.
Polyhydroxystearic acidUsed to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulationMedium~1.6–2.4%est.
Hydrogenated coco-glyceridesHelps oil and water mix together while creating a nice finish on the skinMedium~1.2–1.8%est.
Cera albaForms 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 allergenMedium~1–1.5%est.
Heptyl undecylenateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss from the skin surface over time and create a nice product finishMedium~0.55–1.25%est.
Polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacateHelps water and oil mix togetherMedium~0.45–1.1%est.
Pyrus malus fruit extractCan have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar contentMedium~0.35–0.85%est.
Glyceryl undecylenateHelps oil and water mix together and helps preserve the product formulationMedium~0.4–1%est.
Glycine soja oilA good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.Medium~0.3–0.7%est.
Portulaca pilosa extract—Medium~0.15–0.65%est.
Comedogenic
3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale
3 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 texture3/5~2.1–3.2%est.
Theobroma cacao extract—3/5~0.1–0.3%est.
Glycine soja oilA good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.2/5~0.3–0.7%est.
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Diisostearyl malate~22–33%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin

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Moringa oil/hydrogenated moringa oil esters~4.6–7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Moringa oil/hydrogenated moringa oil esters
Jojoba esters~4.5–6.7%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function

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Euphorbia cerifera wax~3.8–5.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Helianthus annuus seed oil~2.9–4.4%
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

More about Helianthus annuus seed oil
Ethylhexyl palmitate~2.1–3.2%
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

More about Ethylhexyl palmitate
Polyhydroxystearic acid~1.6–2.4%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation

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C10-18 triglycerides~1.4–2.1%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps soften the skin and attract water to its upper layer. Helps create nice product texture

More about C10-18 triglycerides
Hydrogenated coco-glycerides~1.2–1.8%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Helps oil and water mix together while creating a nice finish on the skin

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Hydrogenated argania spinosa kernel oil~1–1.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Cera alba~1–1.5%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingCleansing

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

More about Cera alba
Beeswax~0.6–1.4%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

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

More about Beeswax
Heptyl undecylenate~0.55–1.25%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss from the skin surface over time and create a nice product finish

More about Heptyl undecylenate
Helianthus annuus seed wax~0.5–1.15%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

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 wax
Parfum~0.4–1%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate~0.45–1.1%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Glycerin~0.45–1.05%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

More about Glycerin
Pyrus malus fruit extract~0.35–0.85%
Under-dosedIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content

More about Pyrus malus fruit extract
Glyceryl caprylate~0.45–1.05%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products

More about Glyceryl caprylate
Cetearyl ethylhexanoate~0.45–1%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin

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Stevia rebaudiana leaf extract~0.4–0.95%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Glyceryl undecylenate~0.4–1%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together and helps preserve the product formulation

More about Glyceryl undecylenate
Honey~0.35–0.75%
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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Acacia decurrens flower wax~0.35–0.85%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

More about Acacia decurrens flower wax
Polyglycerin-3~0.3–0.75%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin

More about Polyglycerin-3
Trihydroxystearin~0.3–0.7%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product texture

More about Trihydroxystearin
Tocopherol~0.3–0.7%
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

More about Tocopherol
Sorbitan isostearate~0.2–0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

More about Sorbitan isostearate
Glycine soja oil~0.3–0.7%
Key activeComedogenic 2/5Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Comedogenicity
2/5
Works for
Moisturizing

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

More about Glycine soja oil
Portulaca pilosa extract~0.15–0.65%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidationMoisturizing
More about Portulaca pilosa extract
Sodium hyaluronate~0.15–0.5%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

More about Sodium hyaluronate
Capsaicin~0.1–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
More about Capsaicin
Sucrose~0.1–0.3%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In crystal form, it can work as a gentle exfoliant, gentler than the salt scrub. Helps stabilize the emulsion

More about Sucrose
Theobroma cacao extract~0.1–0.3%
Comedogenic 3/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
3/5
More about Theobroma cacao extract
Ingredient list view

Diisostearyl malate, Moringa oil/hydrogenated moringa oil esters, Jojoba esters, Euphorbia cerifera wax, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Polyhydroxystearic acid, C10-18 triglycerides, Hydrogenated coco-glycerides, Hydrogenated argania spinosa kernel oil, Cera alba, Beeswax, Heptyl undecylenate, Helianthus annuus seed wax, Parfum, Polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate, Glycerin, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Glyceryl caprylate, Cetearyl ethylhexanoate, Stevia rebaudiana leaf extract, Glyceryl undecylenate, Honey, Acacia decurrens flower wax, Polyglycerin-3, Trihydroxystearin, Tocopherol, Sorbitan isostearate, Glycine soja oil, Portulaca pilosa extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Capsaicin, Sucrose, Theobroma cacao extract

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Sources cited in this review

Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.

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    Effect of Olive and Sunflower Seed Oil on the Adult Skin Barrier: Implications for Neonatal Skin Careonlinelibrary.wiley.com
  2. 2
    Topically Applied Sunflower Seed Oil Prevents Invasive Bacterial Infections in Preterm Infants in Egyptjournals.lww.com
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    Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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    Impact of topical oils on the skin barrier: possible implications for neonatal health in developing countriesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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    Efficacy of barrier creams in comparison to skin care products in dental laboratory technicians--a controlled trialncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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    Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functionsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Josie Maran Argan Lip Sting Plumping Butter
Josie MaranArgan Lip Sting Plumping Butter
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