Lip Smacker Dr Pepper Beverage Cup Lip Balm
Works for
MoisturizingParaffinum liquidum, Ricinus communis seed oil + 8 moreWorks well
“Inspired by the popular fruit-infused drink, the dome-shaped lip balm delivers the authentic taste of tropical flavors while providing extended hydration to your lips.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: beeswax, copernicia cerifera wax.
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: paraffinum liquidum
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium 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 oilCetyl acetate~5–7.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Beeswax~5.2–7.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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 BeeswaxEuphorbia cerifera wax~4.4–6.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Parfum~2.6–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPolybutene~2.4–3.7%
Paraffin~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Prevents water loss from the skin surface and thickens the product consistency
More about ParaffinSesamum indicum seed oil~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function
More about Sesamum indicum seed oilCopernicia cerifera wax~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Copernicia cerifera waxHydrogenated soybean oil~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Paraffinum liquidum~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function
More about Paraffinum liquidumAcetylated lanolin alcohol~0.5–1.2%
Microcrystalline wax~0.5–1.1%
Triticum vulgare germ oil~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A good emoillient. Contains vitamin E which can help neutralise free radicals, however the oil is unstable. Avoid if you have gluten or wheat sensitivity (including food allergies).
More about Triticum vulgare germ oilStearic acid~0.55–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidStevia rebaudiana leaf/stem extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sucralose~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Propylene glycol~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolPropyl gallate~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve product formulations and can mask the smell of other ingredients in a product
More about Propyl gallateCitric acid~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPhenoxyethanol~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolTocopherol~0.2–0.75%
- 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 TocopherolCi 42090~0.2–0.75%
Iron oxides~0.15–0.55%
- 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 15850~0.15–0.6%
Ci 15850~0.1–0.45%
Ci 45380~0.1–0.45%
Ci 45410~0.1–0.35%
Ci 77891~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 19140~0.05–0.1%
Ci 15985~0.01–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Ricinus communis seed oil, Cetyl acetate, Beeswax, Euphorbia cerifera wax, Parfum, Polybutene, Paraffin, Sesamum indicum seed oil, Copernicia cerifera wax, Hydrogenated soybean oil, Paraffinum liquidum, Acetylated lanolin alcohol, Microcrystalline wax, Triticum vulgare germ oil, Stearic acid, Stevia rebaudiana leaf/stem extract, Sucralose, Propylene glycol, Propyl gallate, Citric acid, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopherol, Ci 42090, Iron oxides, Ci 15850, Ci 15850, Ci 45380, Ci 45410, Ci 77891, Ci 19140, Ci 15985
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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.
| Lip SmackerDr Pepper Beverage Cup Lip BalmYOUR PRODUCT | AvèneCicalfate Restorative Lip Cream | Eau Thermale AveneFace Cold Cream Nourishing Lip Balm | DucrayIctyane Lip Balm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 51% | 49% | 49% |
| Price | — | $20.00 | — | $9.53 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 7 | 4 of 7 | 2 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Arginine | Bisabolol | Cera Alba |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredients included, "Lip Smacker - Dr Pepper Beverage Cup Lip Balm" works well for moisturizing the skin.
Irritation risk
There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of it to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 5.00$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Triglyceride composition of Sesamum indicum seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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