Maybelline Crystal Moisturizing Lip Balm, Pink Quartz
Works for
MoisturizingPetrolatum, Isopropyl myristate + 7 moreWorks well
“Crystal Moisturizing Lip Balm, Pink Quartz”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: butyrospermum parkii butter, dimethicone.
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: petrolatum
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Centella asiatica extract, Butyrospermum parkii butter + 2 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (centella asiatica extract) 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.
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · Centella asiatica extract, Butyrospermum parkii butter + 1 moreMay help
This product contains centella asiatica extract. 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?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Parfum, Limonene + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Octyldodecanol~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation
More about OctyldodecanolPolybutene~3.7–5.6%
Petrolatum~4.6–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the most effective and the most studied occlusive ingredients that creates a protective layer on top of the skin preventing moisture loss
More about PetrolatumIsopropyl myristate~3.7–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristatePolyethylene~2.9–4.4%
Ozokerite~1.9–2.8%
Diisostearyl malate~1.6–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Diisostearyl malateButyrospermum parkii butter~1.4–2.2%
- 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 butterCandelilla cera~1.2–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Vp/hexadecene copolymer~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates a nice product texture and can support water-resistance of sunscreens
More about Vp/hexadecene copolymerAlumina~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
The same compound that is used safely in dental implants and bone cements. In cosmetics, it is used to improve the consistency of products
More about AluminaParfum~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLimonene~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneSynthetic fluorphlogopite~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A mineral that is used as an optical filter (makes the skin looks nicer through light reflection) and to improve the texture of cosmetic products
More about Synthetic fluorphlogopitePentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to increase stability of product formulations
More about Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamateTocopherol~0.35–0.85%
- 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 TocopherolTocopheryl acetate~0.35–0.8%
- 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 acetateCalcium aluminum borosilicate~0.35–0.8%
Benzyl alcohol~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholSilica~0.4–0.9%
Mel~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and attract water to it
More about MelCentella asiatica extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractLinalool~0.15–0.6%
Citral~0.15–0.6%
Benzyl benzoate~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateCalcium sodium borosilicate~0.2–0.7%
Polyethylene terephthalate~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tin oxide~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation
More about Tin oxideAluminum hydroxide~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to add opaque (non-transparent) appearance to formulations. Can be used to coat other ingredients for even dispersion. This is a different ingredient compared to the ones used in antipersperants (aluminium chloride and aluminium chlorohydrate)
More about Aluminum hydroxideAcrylates copolymer~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency
More about Acrylates copolymerDimethicone~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about DimethiconeParfum~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumTitanium 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 45410~0.15–0.5%
Ci 45380~0.1–0.5%
Iron oxides~0.1–0.4%
- 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 15985~0.1–0.35%
Ci 15850~0.1–0.3%
Ci 19140~0.05–0.3%
Mica~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaCi 42090~0.05–0.2%
Ci 75470~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Octyldodecanol, Polybutene, Petrolatum, Isopropyl myristate, Polyethylene, Ozokerite, Diisostearyl malate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Candelilla cera, Vp/hexadecene copolymer, Alumina, Parfum, Limonene, Synthetic fluorphlogopite, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl acetate, Calcium aluminum borosilicate, Benzyl alcohol, Silica, Mel, Centella asiatica extract, Linalool, Citral, Benzyl benzoate, Calcium sodium borosilicate, Polyethylene terephthalate, Tin oxide, Aluminum hydroxide, Acrylates copolymer, Dimethicone, Parfum, Titanium dioxide, Ci 45410, Ci 45380, Iron oxides, Ci 15985, Ci 15850, Ci 19140, Mica, Ci 42090, Ci 75470
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| MaybellineCrystal Moisturizing Lip Balm, Pink QuartzYOUR PRODUCT | Maybelline Baby LipsDr Rescue Medicated Lip Balm, Coral Crave | Kiehl'sBaby Lip Balm | M.A.C CosmeticsMoisturizers Lip Conditioner | |
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| Match | — | 63% | 57% | 52% |
| Price | $5.49 | $4.99−$0.50 | $11.44+$5.95 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 7 | 3 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | — | Cera Microcristallina | Retinyl Palmitate |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Maybelline - Crystal Moisturizing Lip Balm, Pink Quartz" is effective for: Moisturizing
Price
The product retails for 14.99CA$ in Canada and for 5.49$ 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 20 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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