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.

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
palmitoyl oligopeptide	MEDIUM
butyrospermum parkii butter	LOW
ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate	MEDIUM

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"A deeply hydrating combination of shea butter, eucalyptus oil and hyaluronic spheres fills the lips for a smoother, softer finish."

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WIMJ summary

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: sodium hyaluronate.

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, butyrospermum parkii butter.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: lanolin, palmitoyl oligopeptide

Ingredient	Effectiveness	Concentration	Irritancy
sodium hyaluronate	HIGH
beeswax	HIGH
butyrospermum parkii butter	HIGH

Potential irritants

IRRITANCY

HIGH

Ingredient	Irritancy	Skin Benefit
ricinus communis seed oil
prunus armeniaca kernel oil
benzyl alcohol

Ingredients by volume

Ingredient	Estimated concentration
ricinus communis seed oil 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	26% - 39%
diisostearoyl polyglyceryl-3 dimer dilinoleate	6.2% - 9.2%
beeswax 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	4.1% - 6.1%
theobroma cacao seed butter Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect	2.8% - 4.2%
ethylhexyl palmitate An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture	2.2% - 3.4%
butyrospermum parkii butter 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	1.9% - 2.8%
lanolin Sebum of wool-bearing animals (most commonly sheep). Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce the skin water loss. In rare cases could be an allergen. Not suitable for vegans	1.5% - 2.3%
prunus domestica seed extract	1.4% - 2.1%
prunus armeniaca kernel oil An emollient that helps soften the skin	1.1% - 1.7%
menthyl pca	0.85% - 1.3%
helianthus annuus seed oil 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	0.55% - 1.35%
benzyl alcohol A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating	0.45% - 1%
aroma An unspecified blend of fragrant irritating ingredients	0.45% - 1%
tribehenin Used to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin	0.4% - 0.95%
safflower oil/palm oil aminopropanediol esters	0.35% - 0.85%
calendula officinalis flower extract A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating	0.35% - 0.8%
ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate A vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)	0.35% - 0.85%
tocopherol 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	0.35% - 0.8%
silica dimethyl silylate Used to create a thicker product consistency	0.35% - 0.8%
water Plain old water	0.2% - 0.8%
dehydroacetic acid A preservative	0.3% - 0.6%
phenoxyethanol A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products	0.2% - 0.8%
sorbitan isostearate Helps oil and water mix together	0.2% - 0.75%
sodium saccharin	0.2% - 0.7%
eucalyptus globulus leaf oil An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties	0.15% - 0.6%
mica Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light	0.2% - 0.75%
limonene A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat	0.15% - 0.55%
benzyl salicylate A fragrance. Is a likely irritant	0.15% - 0.5%
linalool A fragrance. Can be irritating	0.1% - 0.45%
sodium hyaluronate One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin	0.1% - 0.45%
citronellol A fragrance. Can be irritating	0.1% - 0.35%
palmitoyl oligopeptide A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles	0.15% - 0.55%
titanium dioxide 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	0.1% - 0.4%
ci 75470 Carmine. A colorant. Can be an allergen	0.05% - 0.2%
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