NATURE REPUBLIC

NATURE REPUBLIC Essential Lip Balm - 5 Colors

Name: NATURE REPUBLIC - Essential Lip Balm - 5 Colors
Brand: NATURE REPUBLIC

Efficacy100/100IrritancyHigh

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Works for

Moisturizing

Ceramide np, Panthenol + 25 more

Works well

What the product description says

“A nourishing, tinted lip balm that instantly replenishes your lips.”

Source: Yesstyle

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, butylene glycol.

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: bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2, butyrospermum parkii butter.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np, panthenol

Ceramide npHero· EmollientEffect: HighA 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~0.2–0.75%

PanthenolHero· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function~0.15–0.55%

Diisostearyl malateKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin~22–34%

Butyrospermum parkii butterKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: 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~1.2–1.7%

Simmondsia chinensis seed oilKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighSoftens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.~0.5–1.2%

SqualaneKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighAn oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.~0.15–0.6%

Ricinus communis seed oilKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA 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~0.15–0.65%

Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2Key active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss from its surface~0.15–0.6%

Phytosteryl macadamiateKey active· EmollientEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin~0.15–0.6%

Hydrogenated castor oilKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA 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~0.15–0.6%

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~0.1–0.5%

Corallina officinalis extractKey activeEffect: HighRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants~0.1–0.4%

Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oilKey activeEffect: MediumA plant oil that might somewhat help to neutralize free radicals. It could be irritating~0.1–0.4%

Octyldodecanol· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that helps to soften the skin and create a pleasant product texture and stabilize the formulation~4.3–6.4%

Hydrogenated polyisobutene· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: LowUsed to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin~4.2–6.3%

Phytosteryl/isostearyl/cetyl/stearyl/behenyl dimer dilinoleate· EmollientEffect: LowHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency~2.7–4%

Paraffin· OcclusiveEffect: LowPrevents water loss from the skin surface and thickens the product consistency~1.5–2.3%

Glyceryl caprylate· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products~0.35–0.75%

Caprylyl glycol· Humectant, EmollientEffect: LowHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture~0.35–0.75%

Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed 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~0.15–0.65%

Moringa oleifera seed oil· EmollientEffect: LowA 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~0.15–0.7%

Dimer dilinoleyl dimer dilinoleate· EmollientEffect: LowHelps create a nice product texture and soften the upper layer of the skin~0.15–0.55%

Bis-behenyl/isostearyl/phytosteryl dimer dilinoleyl dimer dilinoleate· EmollientEffect: Low~0.15–0.55%

Hydrogenated polydecene· EmollientEffect: LowHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture~0.1–0.5%

Polyglyceryl-2 triisostearateEffect: LowHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture~0.1–0.45%

Rosa damascena flower oilEffect: LowUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritating~0.1–0.4%

Caprylic/capric triglycerideUnder-dosedA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin~0.15–0.55%

Anti-oxidation

Side benefit · Camellia japonica flower extract, Butyrospermum parkii butter + 9 more

May help

This product contains antioxidants (camellia japonica flower 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.

Camellia japonica flower extractKey activeEffect: MediumA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin~0.15–0.55%

Butyrospermum parkii butterEffect: LowA 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~1.2–1.7%

Coccinia indica fruit extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect helping neutralize free radicals in skin~0.1–0.4%

Corallina officinalis extractEffect: LowRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants~0.1–0.4%

Euterpe oleracea fruit extractEffect: LowA plant extract that can have some anti-oxidant effect in skin~0.1–0.4%

Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oilEffect: LowA plant oil that might somewhat help to neutralize free radicals. It could be irritating~0.1–0.4%

Melia azadirachta flower extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin~0.1–0.4%

Ocimum sanctum leaf extractEffect: LowA plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicals~0.1–0.4%

Solanum melongena fruit extractEffect: LowEggplant fruit extract. Might have some anti-oxidant effect~0.1–0.4%

Rubus idaeus fruit extractEffect: LowA fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking~0.1–0.35%

Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractEffect: Low, below effective doseCan be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating~0.1–0.35%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

15 strong irritants: Rosa centifolia flower extract, Ocimum sanctum leaf extract + 13 more — patch-test recommended

High risk

We flagged 40 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Rosa centifolia flower extractContains essential oil. Can be irritatingHigh~0.35–0.8%est.

Curcuma longa root extractA plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritantHigh~0.1–0.35%est.

Bis-behenyl/isostearyl/phytosteryl dimer dilinoleyl dimer dilinoleate—High~0.15–0.55%est.

Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oilA plant oil that might somewhat help to neutralize free radicals. It could be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.4%est.

Ocimum sanctum leaf extractA plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicalsHigh~0.1–0.4%est.

ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.1–0.35%est.

Ci 15850A red colorantHigh~0.1–0.4%est.

Citrus paradisi fruit extract—High~0.1–0.4%est.

Mentha piperita leaf extractUsed as a fragrance and can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.4%est.

Camellia japonica flower extractA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skinHigh~0.15–0.55%est.

CitronellolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.35%est.

LinaloolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.35%est.

LimoneneA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heatHigh~0.1–0.35%est.

Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractCan be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.35%est.

Mentha piperita oilUsed as a fragrance and can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.3%est.

EugenolA fragrance. Is a likely irritantHigh~0.1–0.3%est.

Ci 45410A red colorantHigh~0.15–0.55%est.

GeraniolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.45%est.

Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit water—High~0.15–0.55%est.

Melia azadirachta leaf extractA plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.45%est.

Ci 19140A yellow dyeHigh~0.1–0.35%est.

Rosa damascena flower oilUsed as a fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.1–0.4%est.

CitralA fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritantHigh~0.05–0.2%est.

Diisostearyl malateHelps to soften the upper layer of the skinMedium~22–34%est.

Simmondsia chinensis seed oilSoftens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.Medium~0.5–1.2%est.

Caprylyl glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product textureMedium~0.35–0.75%est.

1,2-hexanediolA preservativeMedium~0.1–0.5%est.

EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.1–0.45%est.

Hydrogenated castor oilA 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 consistencyMedium~0.15–0.6%est.

Euterpe oleracea fruit extractA plant extract that can have some anti-oxidant effect in skinMedium~0.1–0.4%est.

Rubus idaeus fruit extractA fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lackingMedium~0.1–0.35%est.

Melia azadirachta flower extractA plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skinMedium~0.1–0.4%est.

Fragaria chiloensis fruit extract—Medium~0.1–0.4%est.

Solanum melongena fruit extractEggplant fruit extract. Might have some anti-oxidant effectMedium~0.1–0.4%est.

Coccinia indica fruit extractA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect helping neutralize free radicals in skinMedium~0.1–0.4%est.

Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearateUsed to create a thicker product consistencyMedium~0.15–0.6%est.

Caprylhydroxamic acidA preservativeMedium~0.1–0.5%est.

Ricinus communis seed oilA 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 consistencyMedium~0.15–0.65%est.

Moringa oleifera seed oilA 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 acidMedium~0.15–0.7%est.

Caprylic/capric triglycerideA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerinMedium~0.15–0.55%est.

Comedogenic

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

3 flagged

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 radicals3/5~1.2–1.7%est.

Corallina officinalis extractRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants3/5~0.1–0.4%est.

Ci 45410A red colorant3/5~0.15–0.55%est.

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Ingredients

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Diisostearyl malate~22–34%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin

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Hydrogenated polyisobutene~4.2–6.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin

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Octyldodecanol~4.3–6.4%

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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Microcrystalline wax~3.5–5.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Phytosteryl/isostearyl/cetyl/stearyl/behenyl dimer dilinoleate~2.7–4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Synthetic wax~1.9–2.9%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to stabilize product formulations and thicken product consistency

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Paraffin~1.5–2.3%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Silica dimethyl silylate~1.2–1.9%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Butyrospermum parkii butter~1.2–1.7%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-agingAnti-oxidation

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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Camellia japonica seed oil~0.85–1.25%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A plant oil that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help restore skin's barrier function. Might have an anti-oxidant effect

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Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.5–1.2%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.

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Rosa centifolia flower extract~0.35–0.8%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Contains essential oil. Can be irritating

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Chamomilla recutita leaf extract~0.3–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Caprylyl glycol~0.35–0.75%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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Glyceryl caprylate~0.35–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products

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Water~0.15–0.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Butylene glycol~0.15–0.65%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Ceramide np~0.2–0.75%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingReduces irritationAnti-inflammatory

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

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Panthenol~0.15–0.55%

Hero · Moisturizing

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Reduces rednessMoisturizingReduces irritation

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function

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1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.5%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Ethylene/propylene copolymer~0.2–0.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Curcuma longa root extract~0.1–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-inflammatory

A plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritant

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Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate~0.15–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to increase stability of product formulations

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Ci 77891~0.1–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Hydrogenated polydecene~0.1–0.5%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Polyglyceryl-2 triisostearate~0.1–0.45%

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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Bis-behenyl/isostearyl/phytosteryl dimer dilinoleyl dimer dilinoleate~0.15–0.55%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Moisturizing

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Rubus chamaemorus seed extract~0.1–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Hydrogenated castor oil~0.15–0.6%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

CleansingMoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

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

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Euterpe oleracea fruit extract~0.1–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that can have some anti-oxidant effect in skin

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Cucurbita pepo powder~0.1–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Rubus idaeus fruit extract~0.1–0.35%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A fruit extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking

More about Rubus idaeus fruit extract

Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oil~0.1–0.4%

Key activeIrritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-inflammatory

A plant oil that might somewhat help to neutralize free radicals. It could be irritating

More about Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oil

Dimer dilinoleyl dimer dilinoleate~0.15–0.55%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Trimethylsiloxyphenyl dimethicone~0.1–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Melia azadirachta flower extract~0.1–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin

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Fragaria chiloensis fruit extract~0.1–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

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Ocimum sanctum leaf extract~0.1–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicals

More about Ocimum sanctum leaf extract

Parfum~0.1–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Ci 15850~0.1–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A red colorant

More about Ci 15850

Citrus paradisi fruit extract~0.1–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Polyethylene~0.2–0.8%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to thicken the product's texture

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Squalane~0.15–0.6%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.

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Mentha piperita leaf extract~0.1–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used as a fragrance and can be irritating

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Solanum melongena fruit extract~0.1–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

Eggplant fruit extract. Might have some anti-oxidant effect

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Camellia japonica flower extract~0.15–0.55%

Key activeIrritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin

More about Camellia japonica flower extract

Coccinia indica fruit extract~0.1–0.4%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect helping neutralize free radicals in skin

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Citronellol~0.1–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Linalool~0.1–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Ci 15850~0.1–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A red colorant

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Limonene~0.1–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat

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Polyglyceryl-2 diisostearate~0.1–0.45%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

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Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.1–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-blemishAntibacterialAnti-oxidation

Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating

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Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2~0.15–0.6%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss from its surface

More about Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2

Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearate~0.15–0.6%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Mentha piperita oil~0.1–0.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used as a fragrance and can be irritating

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Eugenol~0.1–0.3%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Is a likely irritant

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Ci 77491~0.1–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating

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Glycerin~0.1–0.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Phytosteryl macadamiate~0.15–0.6%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

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Corallina officinalis extract~0.1–0.4%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants

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Ci 45410~0.15–0.55%

Comedogenic 3/5Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High
Comedogenicity: 3/5

A red colorant

More about Ci 45410

Geraniol~0.1–0.45%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

More about Geraniol

Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit water~0.15–0.55%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

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Caprylhydroxamic acid~0.1–0.5%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Ricinus communis seed oil~0.15–0.65%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

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

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Moringa oleifera seed oil~0.15–0.7%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

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

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Melia azadirachta leaf extract~0.1–0.45%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

AntibacterialAnti-blemish

A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating

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Ci 19140~0.1–0.35%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A yellow dye

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Rosa damascena flower oil~0.1–0.4%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Moisturizing

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

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Acetylated sucrose distearate~0.15–0.6%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.15–0.55%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin

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Citral~0.05–0.2%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

A fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritant

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Ingredient list view

Diisostearyl malate, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Octyldodecanol, Microcrystalline wax, Phytosteryl/isostearyl/cetyl/stearyl/behenyl dimer dilinoleate, Synthetic wax, Paraffin, Silica dimethyl silylate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Camellia japonica seed oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Rosa centifolia flower extract, Chamomilla recutita leaf extract, Caprylyl glycol, Glyceryl caprylate, Water, Butylene glycol, Ceramide np, Panthenol, 1,2-hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ethylene/propylene copolymer, Curcuma longa root extract, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Ci 77891, Hydrogenated polydecene, Polyglyceryl-2 triisostearate, Bis-behenyl/isostearyl/phytosteryl dimer dilinoleyl dimer dilinoleate, Rubus chamaemorus seed extract, Hydrogenated castor oil, Euterpe oleracea fruit extract, Cucurbita pepo powder, Rubus idaeus fruit extract, Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oil, Dimer dilinoleyl dimer dilinoleate, Trimethylsiloxyphenyl dimethicone, Melia azadirachta flower extract, Fragaria chiloensis fruit extract, Ocimum sanctum leaf extract, Parfum, Ci 15850, Citrus paradisi fruit extract, Polyethylene, Squalane, Mentha piperita leaf extract, Solanum melongena fruit extract, Camellia japonica flower extract, Coccinia indica fruit extract, Citronellol, Linalool, Ci 15850, Limonene, Polyglyceryl-2 diisostearate, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2, Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearate, Mentha piperita oil, Eugenol, Ci 77491, Glycerin, Phytosteryl macadamiate, Corallina officinalis extract, Ci 45410, Geraniol, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit water, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Ricinus communis seed oil, Moringa oleifera seed oil, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Ci 19140, Rosa damascena flower oil, Acetylated sucrose distearate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Citral

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Match	—	53%	52%	52%
Price	—	—	$10.32	$24.00
Shared key ingredients	—	4 of 13	7 of 13	6 of 13
Key difference	—	Mineral Oil	Phytosphingosine	Colloidal Oatmeal
Irritancy	High	Medium	High	Medium
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Product summary

"NATURE REPUBLIC - Essential Lip Balm - 5 Colors" is a well-rounded moisturizing product. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Humectants in this product (butylene glycol and caprylyl glycol) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Emollients in this formulation (ceramide np, bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2, caprylic/capric triglyceride, diisostearyl malate and caprylyl glycol) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.

Ingredient callouts

Another benefit is that this moisturizer contain ceramides (ceramide np 0.15% - 0.65%). Ceramides are an important part of our natural skin barrier. The ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or come from plants. They help soften the skin and can help "fill the gaps" in the skin barrier, keeping the skin hydrated and resilient for longer.

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 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.