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MoisturizingLanolin, Cera alba + 12 moreWorks well
“A rich layer glides on like a hug of hydration — deeply conditioning cracked, chapped or compromised kisses — while natural waxes create a smooth, non-greasy 'seal' between lips and the elements; locking in moisture while warding against the effects of the elements.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: butyrospermum parkii butter, caprylic/capric triglyceride.
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
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: AromaMedium risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Lanolin~22–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about LanolinRicinus communis seed oil~5.6–8.4%
- 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 oilCapryloyl glycerin/sebacic acid copolymer~4.9–7.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Capryloyl glycerin/sebacic acid copolymerCera alba~3.9–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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 albaCaprylic/capric triglyceride~3–4.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Caprylic/capric triglyceridePersea gratissima oil~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilJojoba esters~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersAroma~1.3–2%
Butyrospermum parkii butter~1.3–2%
- 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 butterEuphorbia cerifera cera~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and thickens the product's texture
More about Euphorbia cerifera ceraMangifera indica seed butter~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Mangifera indica seed butterSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilCopernicia cerifera cera~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Brazilian palm wax. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Copernicia cerifera ceraTocopherol~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 TocopherolLanolin~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about LanolinRicinus communis seed oil~0.45–1%
- 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 oilCapryloyl glycerin/sebacic acid copolymer~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Capryloyl glycerin/sebacic acid copolymerCera alba~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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 albaCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Caprylic/capric triglyceridePersea gratissima oil~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilAroma~0.15–0.65%
Jojoba esters~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersButyrospermum parkii butter~0.3–0.7%
- 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 butterEuphorbia cerifera cera~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and thickens the product's texture
More about Euphorbia cerifera ceraMangifera indica seed butter~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Mangifera indica seed butterSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilCocos nucifera oil~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilCopernicia cerifera cera~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Brazilian palm wax. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Copernicia cerifera ceraTocopherol~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 TocopherolIngredient list view
Lanolin, Ricinus communis seed oil, Capryloyl glycerin/sebacic acid copolymer, Cera alba, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Persea gratissima oil, Jojoba esters, Aroma, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Euphorbia cerifera cera, Mangifera indica seed butter, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Copernicia cerifera cera, Tocopherol, Lanolin, Ricinus communis seed oil, Capryloyl glycerin/sebacic acid copolymer, Cera alba, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Persea gratissima oil, Aroma, Jojoba esters, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Euphorbia cerifera cera, Mangifera indica seed butter, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Cocos nucifera oil, Copernicia cerifera cera, Tocopherol
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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.
| LanolipsLanostick The OriginalYOUR PRODUCT | Burt's Bees100% Natural Origin Moisturising Lip Balm - Watermelon | LanoThe Original LanoStick | Paula's choiceLip & Body Treatment Balm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 57% | 56% | 55% |
| Price | $17.00 | $5.31−$11.69 | $16.95 | $17.95+$0.95 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 12 | 10 of 12 | 6 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil | Beeswax | Petrolatum |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Lanolips - Lanostick The Original" is a well-rounded moisturizing product.
This product contains ingredients that could be beneficial, but their concentrations are too low in this formulation: vitamin e, jojoba oil, butyrospermum parkii butter, caprylic/capric triglyceride, lanolin, vitamin e and jojoba oilIrritation risk
This moisturizer contains some common irritants, including those without a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
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The product retails for 17.00$ in the United States and from 10.40£ up to 13.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
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