Lano

Lano Lips Tinted Balm

Name: Lano - Lips Tinted Balm
Brand: Lano

Efficacy100/100IrritancyMedium

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Works for

1 of 1 advertised claim delivered

Moisturizing

11 ingredients credited for this claim

Strong support

What the product description says

“SummaryConscious Beauty at Ulta Beauty™Clean IngredientsCruelty FreeCreates soft, hydrated & pretty lips with Lano Lips Tinted Balm.”

Source: Ulta

This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: beeswax, butyrospermum parkii butter.

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: lanolin

Vitis vinifera seed oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighA great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties~1.9–2.9%

Butyrospermum parkii butterKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA 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~2.5–3.8%

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~4.2–6.2%

Cocos nucifera oilKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighAn emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic~0.85–1.3%

Ricinus communis seed oilKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA 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~5–7.5%

Theobroma cacao seed butterKey active· EmollientEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect~5.2–7.8%

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~3.3–4.9%

LanolinHero· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighSebum of wool-bearing animals (most commonly sheep). Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce the skin water loss. In rare cases could be an allergen. Not suitable for vegans~22–34%

Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumAn emollient that softens the skin~1.1–1.7%

Hydrogenated polydecene· EmollientEffect: LowHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture~0.6–1.35%

TocopherolEffect: LowPure 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~1.5–2.2%

Anti-oxidation

Not advertised by the brand · 5 ingredients credited for this claim

Strong support

This product contains antioxidants (tocopherol) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).

TocopherolKey activeEffect: HighPure 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~1.5–2.2%

Butyrospermum parkii butterEffect: LowA 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~2.5–3.8%

Theobroma cacao seed butterEffect: LowHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect~5.2–7.8%

Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilEffect: LowAn emollient that softens the skin~1.1–1.7%

Vitis vinifera seed oilEffect: LowA great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties~1.9–2.9%

Anti-aging

Not advertised by the brand · 3 ingredients credited for this claim

Moderate support

This product contains tocopherol. This ingredient help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they might be able to prevent early signs of aging (like fine lines and wrinkles), at least to some extent. These ingredients will not be able to "reverse" signs of aging.

TocopherolEffect: LowPure 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~1.5–2.2%

Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilEffect: LowAn emollient that softens the skin~1.1–1.7%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

1 strong irritant: Aroma

Medium risk

We flagged 8 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

AromaAn unspecified blend of fragrant irritating ingredientsHigh~1.3–1.9%est.

Ci 45410A red colorantHigh~0.35–0.8%est.

Ci 19140A yellow dyeHigh~0.1–0.5%est.

Ci 15850A red colorantHigh~0.1–0.4%est.

Ricinus communis seed oilA 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 consistencyMedium~5–7.5%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~4.2–6.2%est.

Vitis vinifera seed oilA great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant propertiesMedium~1.9–2.9%est.

Ci 17200A red colorantMedium~0.15–0.6%est.

Comedogenic

4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale

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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

Theobroma cacao seed butterHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect3/5~5.2–7.8%est.

Butyrospermum parkii butterA 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 radicals3/5~2.5–3.8%est.

Cocos nucifera oilAn emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic3/5~0.85–1.3%est.

Ci 45410A red colorant3/5~0.35–0.8%est.

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Ingredients

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Lanolin~22–34%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingCleansing

Sebum of wool-bearing animals (most commonly sheep). Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce the skin water loss. In rare cases could be an allergen. Not suitable for vegans

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Theobroma cacao seed butter~5.2–7.8%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

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MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-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

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Ricinus communis seed oil~5–7.5%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

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

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Cera alba~4.2–6.2%

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

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Beeswax~3.3–4.9%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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Butyrospermum parkii butter~2.5–3.8%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-aging

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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Vitis vinifera seed oil~1.9–2.9%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties

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Tocopherol~1.5–2.2%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationMoisturizingAnti-agingAnti-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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Aroma~1.3–1.9%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An unspecified blend of fragrant irritating ingredients

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Prunus amygdalus

Not recognized

Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil~1.1–1.7%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-aging

An emollient that softens the skin

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Cocos nucifera oil~0.85–1.3%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic

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Hydrogenated polydecene~0.6–1.35%

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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Hydroxystearic acid~0.55–1.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Cleansing

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Mica~0.6–1.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light

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Titanium dioxide~0.5–1.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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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 77891~0.4–0.95%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Ci 45410~0.35–0.8%

Comedogenic 3/5Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High
Comedogenicity: 3/5

A red colorant

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Ci 17200~0.15–0.6%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A red colorant

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Ci 19140~0.1–0.5%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A yellow dye

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Ci 15850~0.1–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A red colorant

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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

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Ci 77491~0.05–0.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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

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Ingredient list view

Lanolin, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Ricinus communis seed oil, Cera alba, Beeswax, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Vitis vinifera seed oil, Tocopherol, Aroma, Unknown, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Cocos nucifera oil, Hydrogenated polydecene, Hydroxystearic acid, Mica, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891, Ci 45410, Ci 17200, Ci 19140, Ci 15850, Iron oxides, Ci 77491

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	LanoLips Tinted BalmYOUR PRODUCT	Burt's BeesUnscented Beeswax Lip Balm	Jack BlackNightmode™ Lip Treatment	LanolipsBanana Balm Lip Sheen 3-in-1
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Price	$13.50	$5.94−$7.56	$10.20−$3.30	$8.99−$4.51
Shared key ingredients	—	6 of 10	4 of 10	7 of 10
Key difference	—	Glycine Soja Oil	Tripeptide-1	—
Irritancy	Medium	Low	Low	Medium
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Product summary

Judging from the ingredient list, "Lano - Lips Tinted Balm" works well for improving skin hydration

Irritation risk

We assess the overall irritancy of this lip sunscreen to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here

You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.

About the brand

According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Lano" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.

Price

The product retails for 13.50$ in the United States.

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