MISSHA Essential Care Lip Treatment SPF15
Works for
Sun protectionSPF 15 · 2 UV filters · Partial spectrumWeak protectionSPF under 30
This product does not offer good protection against UVA rays.
MoisturizingCeramide 3, Diisostearyl malate + 15 moreWorks well
“This lip balm is infused with hyaluronic acid and ceramides to make sure you have soft, smooth lips any time of day.”
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:
glycerin, hyaluronic acid.
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, helianthus annuus seed oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide 3
Anti-agingHyaluronic acid, TocopherolNot delivered
“Plus, it has SPF 15 to protect lips from the sun and prevent wrinkles.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.This ingredient - hyaluronic acid - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.
The biggest anti-aging effect in this product comes from sun protection. Sun damage is the main factor causing early signs of skin aging. We, however, do not recommend using this product as a sunscreen because the protection it offers is not strong enough).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Nelumbo nucifera flower extract, Sorbitan sesquioleate + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Diisostearyl malate~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Diisostearyl malateC18-38 alkyl hydroxystearoyl stearate~5.4–8.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ethylhexyl palmitate~4.6–6.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateRicinus communis seed oil~3.9–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistency
More about Ricinus communis seed oilDipentaerythrityl hexahydroxystearate/hexastearate/hexarosinate~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyglyceryl-2 isostearate/dimer dilinoleate copolymer~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate~2.1–3.1%
- 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 methoxycinnamateEthylhexyl salicylate~1.8–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Octisalate. A UV filter. It offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
More about Ethylhexyl salicylateTocopheryl acetate~0.95–1.45%
- 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 acetateDextrin palmitate~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Dextrin palmitateMeadowfoam delta-lactone~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cholesteryl hydroxystearate~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Silica dimethyl silylate~0.45–1.05%
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.4–0.95%
- 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 oilHydrogenated castor oil~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistency
More about Hydrogenated castor oilCeramide 3~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide 3Tocopherol~0.35–0.8%
- 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 TocopherolHelianthus annuus seed oil unsaponifiables~0.35–0.85%
- 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 unsaponifiablesNelumbo nucifera flower extract~0.2–0.7%
Angelica acutiloba root extract~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rhododendron ferrugineum extract~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Leontopodium alpinum extract~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Beeswax~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about BeeswaxGlyceryl caprylate~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateSorbitan sesquioleate~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Sorbitan sesquioleateCaprylyl glycol~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolPanthenol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolWater~0.15–0.65%
Glycerin~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinPropylene glycol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolAlcohol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholButylene glycol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycol1,2-hexanediol~0.15–0.55%
Sorbitol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolHyaluronic acid~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidSodium hydroxide~0.1–0.45%
Citric acid~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.35%
Parfum~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Diisostearyl malate, C18-38 alkyl hydroxystearoyl stearate, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Ricinus communis seed oil, Dipentaerythrityl hexahydroxystearate/hexastearate/hexarosinate, Polyglyceryl-2 isostearate/dimer dilinoleate copolymer, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Tocopheryl acetate, Dextrin palmitate, Meadowfoam delta-lactone, Cholesteryl hydroxystearate, Silica dimethyl silylate, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Hydrogenated castor oil, Ceramide 3, Tocopherol, Helianthus annuus seed oil unsaponifiables, Nelumbo nucifera flower extract, Angelica acutiloba root extract, Rhododendron ferrugineum extract, Leontopodium alpinum extract, Beeswax, Glyceryl caprylate, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Caprylyl glycol, Panthenol, Water, Glycerin, Propylene glycol, Alcohol, Butylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Sorbitol, Hyaluronic acid, Sodium hydroxide, Citric acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
| MISSHAEssential Care Lip Treatment SPF15YOUR PRODUCT | LabelloProtect+ Lip Sticks SPF15 Lot of 4 | EucerinLip Active Active Lips Care SPF15 4 | FOTOPROTECTORProtector Labial SPF 30 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 40% | 38% | 36% |
| Price | — | $4.36 | $5.25 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 10 | 4 of 10 | 2 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Uvinul T | Avobenzone | Mineral Oil |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| SPF | SPF 15 | SPF 15 | SPF 15 | SPF 30 |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
We do not recommend "MISSHA - Essential Care Lip Treatment SPF15" because it does not provide good UVA protection. UVA sun rays don't burn the skin, but they still lead to photoaging and hyperpigmentation.
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. Here are the exact UV filters in this sunscreen: octinoxate 2.10% - 3.10%.
Irritation risk
We assess the overall irritancy of this lip product to be high. 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 21 studies and safety reviews.
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