My Clarins

My Clarins My Sweety Balm

Name: My Clarins - My Sweety Balm
Brand: My Clarins

Efficacy100/100IrritancyMedium

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Works for

1 of 1 advertised claim delivered

Moisturizing

13 ingredients credited for this claim

Strong support

What the product description says

“What it does This nourishing lip balm, enriched with organic Cocoa Butter, will make your lips look smoother and fuller while keeping them hydrated.”

Source: Sephora AU

This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: helianthus annuus seed wax, theobroma cacao seed butter.

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

Palmitoyl tripeptide-1Hero· EmollientEffect: HighA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.1–0.5%

Theobroma cacao seed butterKey active· EmollientEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect~0.5–1.2%

Helianthus annuus seed waxKey active· EmollientEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function while creating a thicker product consistency~1.6–2.4%

Diisostearyl malateKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin~22–33%

Ethylhexyl palmitateKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumAn emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture~0.5–1.15%

Tribehenin· EmollientEffect: LowUsed to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin~0.35–0.8%

Octyldodecanol· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation~3.6–5.3%

Paraffin· OcclusiveEffect: LowPrevents water loss from the skin surface and thickens the product consistency~1.2–1.8%

Polyglyceryl-2 triisostearateEffect: LowHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture~3.3–4.9%

Bis-behenyl/isostearyl/phytosteryl dimer dilinoleyl dimer dilinoleate· EmollientEffect: Low~2.1–3.1%

Lactic acidUnder-dosedEffect: HighAn exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)~0.35–0.85%

Butyrospermum parkii butterUnder-dosedEffect: HighA 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~0.8–1.2%

TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure 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~0.1–0.4%

Anti-aging

Not advertised by the brand · 5 ingredients credited for this claim

Moderate support

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.

Palmitoyl tripeptide-1Key activeEffect: MediumA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.1–0.5%

Lactic acidUnder-dosedEffect: MediumAn exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)~0.35–0.85%

Butyrospermum parkii butterEffect: Low, below effective doseA 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~0.8–1.2%

Ascorbyl palmitateEffect: Low, below effective doseBeing 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.~0.1–0.4%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

1 strong irritant: Parfum

Medium risk

We flagged 12 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Bis-behenyl/isostearyl/phytosteryl dimer dilinoleyl dimer dilinoleate—High~2.1–3.1%est.

ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.4–0.9%est.

Ci 45380A yellow dyeHigh~0.2–0.75%est.

Ci 15985A colorantHigh~0.15–0.55%est.

Ci 19140A yellow dyeHigh~0.1–0.5%est.

Ci 15850A red colorantHigh~0.05–0.3%est.

Diisostearyl malateHelps to soften the upper layer of the skinMedium~22–33%est.

Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearateUsed to create a thicker product consistencyMedium~4.7–7%est.

Tocopheryl acetateA 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.Medium~0.4–0.9%est.

Lactic acidAn exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)Medium~0.35–0.85%est.

Ci 14700A colorantMedium~0.15–0.7%est.

Ascorbyl palmitateBeing 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.Medium~0.1–0.4%est.

Comedogenic

4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale

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These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.

IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount

Butyrospermum parkii butterA 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 radicals3/5~0.8–1.2%est.

Theobroma cacao seed butterHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect3/5~0.5–1.2%est.

Ethylhexyl palmitateAn emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture3/5~0.5–1.15%est.

Ci 45380A yellow dye2/5~0.2–0.75%est.

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Diisostearyl malate~22–33%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin

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Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearate~4.7–7%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Polyglyceryl-2 triisostearate~3.3–4.9%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture

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Octyldodecanol~3.6–5.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation

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Dilinoleic acid/butanediol copolymer~2.7–4%

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Irritation risk: Low

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Bis-behenyl/isostearyl/phytosteryl dimer dilinoleyl dimer dilinoleate~2.1–3.1%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Moisturizing

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Helianthus annuus seed wax~1.6–2.4%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function while creating a thicker product consistency

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Polyethylene~1.5–2.3%

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Irritation risk: Low

Used to thicken the product's texture

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Paraffin~1.2–1.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Prevents water loss from the skin surface and thickens the product consistency

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Synthetic wax~0.95–1.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to stabilize product formulations and thicken product consistency

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Butyrospermum parkii butter~0.8–1.2%

Under-dosedComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-aging

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

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Theobroma cacao seed butter~0.5–1.2%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-dandruff

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect

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Ethylhexyl palmitate~0.5–1.15%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture

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Parfum~0.4–0.9%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Tocopheryl acetate~0.4–0.9%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

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.

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Lactic acid~0.35–0.85%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

ExfoliationMoisturizingEvens skin toneAnti-aging

An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)

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Hydrogenated microcrystalline wax~0.35–0.85%

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Irritation risk: Low

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Ci 77891~0.4–0.9%

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Irritation risk: Low

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Titanium dioxide~0.4–0.95%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Sun protection

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

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Ammonium glycyrrhizate~0.3–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Tribehenin~0.35–0.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin

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Ci 45380~0.2–0.75%

Comedogenic 2/5Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High
Comedogenicity: 2/5

A yellow dye

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Ci 14700~0.15–0.7%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A colorant

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Unrecognized ingredient

Not recognized

Sorbitan isostearate~0.15–0.65%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Ci 15985~0.15–0.55%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A colorant

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Ci 19140~0.1–0.5%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A yellow dye

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Ascorbyl palmitate~0.1–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidationAnti-aging

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.

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Tocopherol~0.1–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Anti-oxidationMoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryAnti-aging

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

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Water~0.1–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Ci 15850~0.05–0.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A red colorant

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Palmitoyl tripeptide-1~0.1–0.5%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-aging

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

More about Palmitoyl tripeptide-1

Ingredient list view

Diisostearyl malate, Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearate, Polyglyceryl-2 triisostearate, Octyldodecanol, Dilinoleic acid/butanediol copolymer, Bis-behenyl/isostearyl/phytosteryl dimer dilinoleyl dimer dilinoleate, Helianthus annuus seed wax, Polyethylene, Paraffin, Synthetic wax, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Parfum, Tocopheryl acetate, Lactic acid, Hydrogenated microcrystalline wax, Ci 77891, Titanium dioxide, Ammonium glycyrrhizate, Tribehenin, Ci 45380, Ci 14700, Unknown, Sorbitan isostearate, Ci 15985, Ci 19140, Ascorbyl palmitate, Tocopherol, Water, Ci 15850, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1

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Product summary

Based on the ingredients included, "My Clarins - My Sweety Balm" works well for moisturizing the skin.

Ingredient callouts

This moisturizer also contains Peptides (palmitoyl tripeptide-1 0.10% - 0.50%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, 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 they are helpful. Peptides 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.

This product contains ingredients that could be beneficial, but their concentrations are too low in this formulation: vitamin e, titanium dioxide and lactic acid

Irritation risk

There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer 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.