Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Moisturizing
Can it cause trouble?
- Irritation risk: high
- Comedogenic risk ingredients: 4
Key actives
Works for
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
Infused with Peppermint and enriched with Vitamin E, Mario Badescu's Mint Lip Balm is an ultra-rich balm that moisturizes dry lips with a cooling, comforting blend of botanicals and nutrient-dense butters.
Source: Ulta
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
polyglycerin-3.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: beeswax, cera alba.
An emollient that helps soften the skin and calm down inflammation
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
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
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function while creating a thicker product consistency
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
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
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
An emollient that softens the skin
Used to create a thicker product texture. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might be able to prevent moisture loss from its surface
Help soften the upper layer of the skin
Mimosa flower fax. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin. It adds a nice smell, but could be irritating
An oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
Help soften the upper layer of the skin and make it easier for oil and water mix together. Recently, a rising number of allergic reactions to cocoglycerides and other coconut-derived surfactants has been reported. As there is a significant overlap between frequent irritants and allergens, we flag this ingredient for attention of those with very sensitive, reactive skin
An excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores
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
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
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
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Moisturizing |
Total Promises Fulfilled score: 75/100.
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Ingredient list view
Hydrogenated polydecene, Cocoglycerides, Ethylene/propylene/styrene copolymer, Dimethicone, Brassica glycerides, Persea gratissima oil, Glyceryl behenate, Microcrystalline cellulose, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Parfum, Jojoba esters, Helianthus annuus seed wax, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Silica silylate, Silica, Cera alba, Beeswax, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Raspberry seed oil/tocopheryl succinate aminopropanediol esters, Dimethicone crosspolymer, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Cocos nucifera oil, Glyceryl rosinate, Hydrogenated vegetable oil, Olea europaea oil unsaponifiables, Acacia decurrens flower cera, Tocopherol, Butylene/ethylene/styrene copolymer, Polyglycerin-3, Linoleic acid, Linolenic acid, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Limonene, Linalool
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