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Liz Earle Superskin Superlip Balm
Liz Earle

Liz Earle Superskin Superlip Balm

Efficacy75/100IrritancyHigh
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Works for

Moisturizing
Hydroxystearic/linolenic/oleic polyglycerides, Borago officinalis seed oil + 10 more
Works
What the product description says
“From hands and heels to elbows and knees the shea butter based formula can be used absolutely anywhere to soften skin and lock in moisture, a hand bag essential!”
Source: Feelunique

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

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).

Hydroxystearic/linolenic/oleic polyglyceridesKey active· EmollientEffect: Medium~22–33%
Borago officinalis seed oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighA plant oil that is effective in reducing irritation in skin, restore the barrier function and support its hydration~5.7–8.6%
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~5.1–7.7%
Butyrospermum parkii butter extractKey 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~4.3–6.5%
Punica granatum seed oilKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~3.1–4.7%
Rosa rubiginosa seed oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighPlant oil that due to the high content of linoleic acid can support skin's barrier function and reduce moisture loss~2.4–3.5%
Vaccinium macrocarpon seed oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighA plant oil that can help neutralize free radicals, soften the upper layer of the skin, and support skin's barrier function~1.9–2.9%
Helianthus annuus seed ceraKey active· EmollientEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~1.5–2.2%
Argania spinosa kernel oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighAn emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties~1.3–1.9%
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~0.1–0.5%
Caprylic/capric triglycerideUnder-dosedA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin~0.55–1.3%
Alaria esculenta extractUnder-dosedWorks as a humectant helping to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might be effective as an anti-oxidant.~0.55–1.35%
Anti-oxidation
Side benefit · Vaccinium macrocarpon seed oil, Borago officinalis seed oil + 5 more
May help

This product contains antioxidants (vaccinium macrocarpon seed oil) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.

Vaccinium macrocarpon seed oilKey activeEffect: MediumA plant oil that can help neutralize free radicals, soften the upper layer of the skin, and support skin's barrier function~1.9–2.9%
Borago officinalis seed oilEffect: LowA plant oil that is effective in reducing irritation in skin, restore the barrier function and support its hydration~5.7–8.6%
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~5.1–7.7%
Argania spinosa kernel oilEffect: LowAn emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties~1.3–1.9%
Croton lechleri resin extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties~0.95–1.45%
Alaria esculenta extractEffect: Low, below effective doseWorks as a humectant helping to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might be effective as an anti-oxidant.~0.55–1.35%
TocopherolUnder-dosedPure 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~0.1–0.5%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
6 strong irritants: Rosa rubiginosa seed oil, Aroma + 4 more — patch-test recommended
High risk
We flagged 10 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Rosa rubiginosa seed oilPlant oil that due to the high content of linoleic acid can support skin's barrier function and reduce moisture lossHigh~2.4–3.5%est.
AromaAn unspecified blend of fragrant irritating ingredientsHigh~0.4–0.9%est.
ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.2–0.75%est.
LimoneneA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heatHigh~0.15–0.55%est.
LinaloolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.3%est.
CitralA fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritantHigh~0.05–0.25%est.
Vaccinium macrocarpon seed oilA plant oil that can help neutralize free radicals, soften the upper layer of the skin, and support skin's barrier functionMedium~1.9–2.9%est.
Argania spinosa kernel oilAn emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant propertiesMedium~1.3–1.9%est.
Caprylic/capric triglycerideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerinMedium~0.55–1.3%est.
Citric acidCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pHMedium~0.05–0.2%est.
Comedogenic
2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale
2 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
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 radicals3/5~5.1–7.7%est.
Butyrospermum parkii butter extractA 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 radicals3/5~4.3–6.5%est.

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Ingredients

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Hydroxystearic/linolenic/oleic polyglycerides~22–33%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing
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Borago officinalis seed oil~5.7–8.6%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryReduces irritationAnti-oxidation

A plant oil that is effective in reducing irritation in skin, restore the barrier function and support its hydration

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Butyrospermum parkii butter~5.1–7.7%
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

More about Butyrospermum parkii butter
Butyrospermum parkii butter extract~4.3–6.5%
Key activeComedogenic 3/5
Irritation risk
Low
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
Moisturizing

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 butter extract
Punica granatum seed oil~3.1–4.7%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

More about Punica granatum seed oil
Rosa rubiginosa seed oil~2.4–3.5%
Key activeIrritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Moisturizing

Plant oil that due to the high content of linoleic acid can support skin's barrier function and reduce moisture loss

More about Rosa rubiginosa seed oil
Vaccinium macrocarpon seed oil~1.9–2.9%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-inflammatory

A plant oil that can help neutralize free radicals, soften the upper layer of the skin, and support skin's barrier function

More about Vaccinium macrocarpon seed oil
Helianthus annuus seed cera~1.5–2.2%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

More about Helianthus annuus seed cera
Argania spinosa kernel oil~1.3–1.9%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties

More about Argania spinosa kernel oil
Croton lechleri resin extract~0.95–1.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties

More about Croton lechleri resin extract
Alaria esculenta extract~0.55–1.35%
Under-dosed
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-aging

Works as a humectant helping to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might be effective as an anti-oxidant.

More about Alaria esculenta extract
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.55–1.3%
Under-dosedIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

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 triglyceride
Aroma~0.4–0.9%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An unspecified blend of fragrant irritating ingredients

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Parfum~0.2–0.75%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Limonene~0.15–0.55%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat

More about Limonene
Tocopherol~0.1–0.5%
Under-dosed
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-oxidationMoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryAnti-aging

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
Linalool~0.1–0.3%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Citral~0.05–0.25%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritant

More about Citral
Citric acid~0.05–0.2%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH

More about Citric acid
Ingredient list view

Hydroxystearic/linolenic/oleic polyglycerides, Borago officinalis seed oil, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Butyrospermum parkii butter extract, Punica granatum seed oil, Rosa rubiginosa seed oil, Vaccinium macrocarpon seed oil, Helianthus annuus seed cera, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Croton lechleri resin extract, Alaria esculenta extract, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Aroma, Parfum, Limonene, Tocopherol, Linalool, Citral, Citric acid

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Sources cited in this review

Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.

  1. 1
    Dermatology News - Commentary: Borage Seed Oilmdedge.com
  2. 2
    Undershirts coated with borage oil alleviate the symptoms of atopic dermatitis in childrenncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  3. 3
    Wound‐healing Properties of the Oils of Vitis vinifera and Vaccinium macrocarpononlinelibrary.wiley.com
  4. 4
    BERRY SEEDS: A SOURCE OF SPECIALTY OILS WITH HIGH CONTENT OF BIOACTIVES AND NUTRITIONAL VALUEonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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    Natural vegetable fats in the prevention of irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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    Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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