Neutrogena Revitalizing Lip Balm SPF 20, Healthy Blush
Works for
2 of 3 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 20 · 3 UV filters · Partial spectrumWeak protectionSPF under 30
This product does not offer good protection against UVA rays.
Moisturizing11 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“The restorative moisturizing balm helps repair the look of dry, chapped lips to promote a healthier, rosier appearance so they look naturally beautiful, even without the balm.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: butyrospermum parkii butter, copernicia cerifera wax.
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 oligopeptide, petrolatum
Anti-aging2 ingredients credited for this claimModerate support
“15 oz Neutrogena Revitalizing Tinted Lip Balm SPF 20 Sunny Berry 15 oz Neutrogena Revitalizing Tinted Lip Balm SPF 20 Soft Caramel 15 oz Neutrogena Revitalizing Tinted Lip Balm SPF 20 Petal Glow 40 15 oz”
This product contains palmitoyl oligopeptide. 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. 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?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Parfum, Benzophenone-3 — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic6 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale6 flagged
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Ingredients
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Hydrogenated polyisobutene~25–31%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobutenePetrolatum~4.5–5.5%
- 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 PetrolatumPolybutene~5.1–6.3%
Phenyl trimethicone~4.2–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture
More about Phenyl trimethiconeHydrogenated lanolin~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ozokerite~2.2–2.7%
Myristyl myristate~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Is not recommended for acne-prone skin as it can be comedogenic
More about Myristyl myristatePolyethylene~1.8–2.2%
Cetyl lactate~1.3–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butyrospermum parkii butter~1.1–1.3%
- 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 butterBis-behenyl/isostearyl/phytosteryl dimer dilinoleyl dimer dilinoleate~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Euphorbia cerifera wax~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Silica~0.95–1.2%
Zinc~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Stearoxymethicone/dimethicone copolymer~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Copernicia cerifera wax~0.7–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Copernicia cerifera waxSynthetic wax~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and thicken product consistency
More about Synthetic waxEthylhexyl palmitate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateTribehenin~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TribeheninSorbitan isostearate~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearatePalmitoyl oligopeptide~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl oligopeptideSilica silylate~0.5–0.7%
Parfum~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to increase stability of product formulations
More about Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamateIsopropyl titanium triisostearate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Isopropyl titanium triisostearateAluminum hydroxide~0.45–0.65%
- 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 hydroxideStearic acid~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidCopper powder~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mica~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaTitanium dioxide~0.45–0.7%
- 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 19140~0.3–0.6%
Ci 15850~0.3–0.6%
Tin oxide~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation
More about Tin oxideEthylhexyl methoxycinnamate7.5%
- 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 methoxycinnamateBenzophenone-35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Same as oxybenzone. Protects in the UVB and short UVA range. In small concentrations, used to stabilize product formulation. Can be irritating. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can penetrate the skin and get absorbed into bloodstream faster than other popular filters available in the US. The study that produced this finding did not address any potential health effects of the absorption
More about Benzophenone-3Hydrogenated polyisobutene~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobutenePetrolatum~0.45–0.65%
- 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 PetrolatumPolybutene~0.35–0.6%
Phenyl trimethicone~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture
More about Phenyl trimethiconeHydrogenated lanolin~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ozokerite~0.35–0.65%
Myristyl myristate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Is not recommended for acne-prone skin as it can be comedogenic
More about Myristyl myristatePolyethylene~0.6–0.9%
Cetyl lactate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butyrospermum parkii butter~0.45–0.7%
- 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 butterBis-behenyl/isostearyl/phytosteryl dimer dilinoleyl dimer dilinoleate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Euphorbia cerifera wax~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Silica~0.5–0.75%
Zinc~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Stearoxymethicone/dimethicone copolymer~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Copernicia cerifera wax~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Copernicia cerifera waxSynthetic wax~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and thicken product consistency
More about Synthetic waxEthylhexyl palmitate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateTribehenin~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TribeheninSorbitan isostearate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearatePalmitoyl oligopeptide~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl oligopeptideSilica silylate~0.45–0.65%
Parfum~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to increase stability of product formulations
More about Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamateIsopropyl titanium triisostearate~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Isopropyl titanium triisostearateAluminum hydroxide~0.4–0.6%
- 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 hydroxideStearic acid~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidCopper powder~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mica~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaTitanium dioxide~0.3–0.6%
- 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 19140~0.15–0.3%
Ci 15850~0.1–0.2%
Tin oxide~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation
More about Tin oxideIngredient list view
Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Petrolatum, Polybutene, Phenyl trimethicone, Hydrogenated lanolin, Ozokerite, Myristyl myristate, Polyethylene, Cetyl lactate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Bis-behenyl/isostearyl/phytosteryl dimer dilinoleyl dimer dilinoleate, Euphorbia cerifera wax, Silica, Zinc, Stearoxymethicone/dimethicone copolymer, Copernicia cerifera wax, Synthetic wax, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Tribehenin, Sorbitan isostearate, Palmitoyl oligopeptide, Silica silylate, Parfum, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Isopropyl titanium triisostearate, Aluminum hydroxide, Stearic acid, Copper powder, Mica, Titanium dioxide, Ci 19140, Ci 15850, Tin oxide, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Benzophenone-3, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Petrolatum, Polybutene, Phenyl trimethicone, Hydrogenated lanolin, Ozokerite, Myristyl myristate, Polyethylene, Cetyl lactate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Bis-behenyl/isostearyl/phytosteryl dimer dilinoleyl dimer dilinoleate, Euphorbia cerifera wax, Silica, Zinc, Stearoxymethicone/dimethicone copolymer, Copernicia cerifera wax, Synthetic wax, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Tribehenin, Sorbitan isostearate, Palmitoyl oligopeptide, Silica silylate, Parfum, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Isopropyl titanium triisostearate, Aluminum hydroxide, Stearic acid, Copper powder, Mica, Titanium dioxide, Ci 19140, Ci 15850, Tin oxide
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Product summary
"Neutrogena - Revitalizing Lip Balm SPF 20, Healthy Blush" does not provide enough UVA protection. UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage the skin, leading to early signs of aging and pigmentation issues.
Sunscreen filters
This is a "mixed" sunscreen in the sense that it uses both mineral and organic (so-called "chemical") sun filters. Here are the organic filters this product uses: oxybenzone and octinoxate. As for the mineral filters, this sunscreen uses titanium dioxide.
Irritation risk
This lip product contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. 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.
Price
The product retails from 6.97$ up to 33.04$ in the United States and for 14.99£ in the United Kingdom.
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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.
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- 6Safety Assessment of Tin(IV) Oxide as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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