M.A.C Cosmetics Black Cherry: Prep + Prime Lip
Works for
1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
MoisturizingPalmitoyl tripeptide-1, Cera microcristallina + 5 moreStrong evidence
“A limited-edition color-free lipstick base that adds light moisture, smooths, and visibly refines.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: cera microcristallina, cyclopentasiloxane.
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: palmitoyl tripeptide-1
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · Palmitoyl tripeptide-1, TocopherolModerate evidence
This product contains palmitoyl tripeptide-1. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
Can it cause trouble?
IrritancyNo flagged irritants in our databaseLow risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Cyclopentasiloxane~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneOctyldodecyl stearoyl stearate~5.5–8.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ceresin~4.5–6.8%
Polybutene~3.6–5.5%
Microcrystalline wax~2.6–3.9%
Cera microcristallina~2.3–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss from its surface and create a thicker product consistency
More about Cera microcristallinaOzokerite~1.3–2%
Tocopherol~0.9–1.35%
- 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 TocopherolEthylhexyl palmitate~1–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateTribehenin~0.55–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TribeheninPalmitoyl tripeptide-1~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tripeptide-1Disteardimonium hectorite~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency
More about Disteardimonium hectoriteSorbitan isostearate~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateVanillin~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Cyclopentasiloxane, Octyldodecyl stearoyl stearate, Ceresin, Polybutene, Microcrystalline wax, Cera microcristallina, Ozokerite, Tocopherol, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Tribehenin, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1, Disteardimonium hectorite, Sorbitan isostearate, Vanillin
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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.
| M.A.C CosmeticsBlack Cherry: Prep + Prime LipYOUR PRODUCT | Rhodepeptide lip tint raspberry jelly | |
|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 50% |
| Price | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Lactic Acid |
| Irritancy | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — |
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Product summary
Judging from the ingredient list, "MAC - Black Cherry: Prep + Prime Lip" works well for improving skin hydration
Ingredient callouts
- This moistruizer also contains peptides (palmitoyl tripeptide-1 0.45% - 1.05%). Peptides is a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of amino-acids. Our skin produces peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural anti-biotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of peptides is, but it is very likely that peptides in skincare are helpful. They might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
Irritation risk
This product does not contain known common irritants and is suitable for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of it to be low. 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.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 3 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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