Works for
Sun protectionSPF 10 · 3 UV filters · Broad spectrumNo real protectionSPF too low
This product does not offer sun protection, or it is very low.
Anti-agingButyrospermum parkii butter, Tocopherol + 1 moreNot delivered
“Its formula SPF10 with filters helps to prevent premature photo-aging.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · Cera microcristallina, Phenyl trimethicone + 11 moreWorks
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2, cera microcristallina.
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).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Parfum, LimoneneMedium risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Octyldodecyl stearoyl stearate~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ceresin~4.6–6.9%
Octyldodecanol~4.4–6.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation
More about OctyldodecanolMicrocrystalline wax~3.7–5.6%
Cera microcristallina~3–4.4%
- 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 microcristallinaEthylhexyl methoxycinnamate~2.5–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
More about Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateGlyceryl hydrogenated rosinate~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenyl trimethicone~1.4–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture
More about Phenyl trimethiconeOctyldodecyl myristate~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Octyldodecyl myristateEuphorbia cerifera wax~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearate~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearateHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilIsopropyl lanolate~0.45–1.05%
Ozokerite~0.4–1%
Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss from its surface
More about Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2Nylon-12~0.4–0.9%
Butyrospermum parkii butter~0.4–0.95%
- 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 butterGlycine soja oil~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilButyl methoxydibenzoylmethane~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Avobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.
More about Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneSilica~0.35–0.8%
Echium plantagineum seed oil~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that because of its high content of alpha-linolenic acid help support skin barrier function and moisturize the skin
More about Echium plantagineum seed oilTitanium dioxide~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideCi 77891~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Parfum~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumTocopheryl acetate~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateBisabolol~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololPropylparaben~0.2–0.4%
Cardiospermum halicacabum flower/leaf/vine extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties but evidence is missing
More about Cardiospermum halicacabum flower/leaf/vine extractHelianthus annuus seed oil unsaponifiables~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oil unsaponifiablesTocopherol~0.15–0.5%
- 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 TocopherolBht~0.1–0.45%
Vp/hexadecene copolymer~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates a nice product texture and can support water-resistance of sunscreens
More about Vp/hexadecene copolymerAscorbyl palmitate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateGlyceryl stearate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateCitric acid~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidLimonene~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Octyldodecyl stearoyl stearate, Ceresin, Octyldodecanol, Microcrystalline wax, Cera microcristallina, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Glyceryl hydrogenated rosinate, Phenyl trimethicone, Octyldodecyl myristate, Euphorbia cerifera wax, Unknown, Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearate, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Isopropyl lanolate, Ozokerite, Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2, Nylon-12, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Glycine soja oil, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Silica, Echium plantagineum seed oil, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891, Parfum, Tocopheryl acetate, Bisabolol, Propylparaben, Cardiospermum halicacabum flower/leaf/vine extract, Helianthus annuus seed oil unsaponifiables, Tocopherol, Bht, Vp/hexadecene copolymer, Ascorbyl palmitate, Glyceryl stearate, Citric acid, Limonene
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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.
| MavalaLip Balm SPF10 4YOUR PRODUCT | Elizabeth ArdenEight Hour Nourishing Lip Balm SPF20 | BootsOriginal SPF15 Lipsalve | MesoesteticMesoprotech Sun Protective Repairing Stick SPF 100+ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 27% | 26% | 26% |
| Price | — | $19.15 | $1.67 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 12 | 5 of 12 | 5 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Lanolin | Beeswax | Tinosorb S |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Medium |
| SPF | SPF 10 | SPF 20 | SPF 15 | SPF 100 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Nivea A Kiss Of Recovery Medicated Lip Repair SPF 15Clinique Sun Broad Spectrum SPF 45 Sunscreen Targeted Protection Stick
Product summary
"Mavala - Lip Balm SPF10 4" offers broad spectrum protection. It means that it protects from both UVA and UVB rays (you can remember UVB as "burning" sunlight - they cause sunburn. You can remember UVA rays as "aging" - they do not lead to sunburn, but they cause photodamage and contribute to early signs of skin aging and hyperpigmentation). On the negative side, the SPF of this lip product is not high enough. We recommend to use a sunscreen with at least SPF 30 daily.
Sunscreen filters
This sunscreen uses so-called "chemical", or organic UV filters (organic simply means that their molecules contain atoms of carbon). These filters typically give good sun protection and rarely leave a white cast, but they can be irritating for sensitive skin. The UV filters in this sunscreen are: avobenzone 0.40% - 0.95% and octinoxate 2.50% - 3.70%.
Irritation risk
It contains some common irritants, including those without a benefit for the 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 5.70£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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