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MoisturizingDimethicone, Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2 + 8 moreWorks
“Key ingredients Lip conditioners and antioxidants work to hydrate, nourish and protect the lips. Made without Parabens.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2, 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).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Hydrogenated polyisobutene~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobuteneSynthetic wax~6–9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and thicken product consistency
More about Synthetic waxPolyethylene~5.1–7.6%
Dimethicone~4.2–6.2%
- 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 DimethiconeDicaprylyl carbonate~3.1–4.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateTitanium dioxide~2.7–4.1%
- 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 77891~2–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2~1.8–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss from its surface
More about Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2Hydroxyapatite~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Diisostearyl malate~1.2–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Diisostearyl malateMicrocrystalline wax~0.95–1.4%
Hydrogenated polydecene~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated polydecenePhytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A mix of amino acids and plant-based lipids. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss over time
More about Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamateIron oxides~0.55–1.3%
- 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 77491~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Glyceryl behenate~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl behenateSorbitan sesquiisostearate~0.5–1.2%
Mica~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaIron oxides~0.45–1.1%
- 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 77499~0.4–0.95%
Ci 15850~0.4–0.95%
Phenoxyethanol~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIsopropyl titanium triisostearate~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Isopropyl titanium triisostearateParfum~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCalcium stearate~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Simethicone~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps to create nice product texture and is used as an anti-foaming agent
More about SimethiconeTocopheryl acetate~0.15–0.55%
- 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 acetateTocopherol~0.1–0.45%
- 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 TocopherolMoringa oleifera seed oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Is unlikely to be helpful in restoring skin barrier function due to the low content of linoleic acid
More about Moringa oleifera seed oilPassiflora edulis seed oil~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A good emollient helping to soften the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Adds a fragrance to the product
More about Passiflora edulis seed oilBht~0.05–0.25%
Ingredient list view
Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Synthetic wax, Polyethylene, Dimethicone, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891, Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2, Hydroxyapatite, Diisostearyl malate, Microcrystalline wax, Hydrogenated polydecene, Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate, Iron oxides, Ci 77491, Glyceryl behenate, Sorbitan sesquiisostearate, Mica, Iron oxides, Ci 77499, Ci 15850, Phenoxyethanol, Isopropyl titanium triisostearate, Parfum, Calcium stearate, Simethicone, Tocopheryl acetate, Tocopherol, Moringa oleifera seed oil, Passiflora edulis seed oil, Bht
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| NARSLipstickYOUR PRODUCT | NUDESTIXNudies All Over Face Color Matte | Hourglass CosmeticsVelvet Story Lip Cream | Armani BeautyLip Maestro | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 22% | 21% | 21% |
| Price | — | $34.00 | $34.37 | $39.77 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Kaolin | Isopropyl Myristate | Kaolin |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Shiseido Colorgel LipbalmNeutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Makeup Stick, Classic Ivory
Product summary
"NARS - Lipstick" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Price
The product retails for 63.30CA$ in Canada, for 15.00$ in the United States, for 33.80£ in the United Kingdom and for 42.00A$ in Australia.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2
- 3Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
- 4
- 5Safety Assessment of Polyene Group as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
- 6Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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