Palmers Cocoa Butter Formula Ultra Moisturizing Tinted Lip Balm SPF 15, Dark Chocolate & Cherry
Works for
1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 15 · 3 UV filters · Partial spectrumWeak protectionSPF under 30
This product does not offer good protection against UVA rays.
MoisturizingParaffinum liquidum, Copernicia cerifera wax + 5 moreStrong evidence
“Cocoa Butter Formula Ultra Moisturizing Tinted Lip Balm SPF 15, Dark Chocolate & Cherry”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: cera microcristallina, 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: paraffinum liquidum
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Benzophenone-3, ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Dimethicone1.5%
- 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 DimethiconeEthylhexyl 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-34.5%
- 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-3Paraffinum liquidum~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function
More about Paraffinum liquidumMicrocrystalline wax~5.5–8.3%
Cera microcristallina~5–7.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss from its surface and create a thicker product consistency
More about Cera microcristallinaCopernicia cerifera wax~4.2–6.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Copernicia cerifera waxTheobroma cacao seed butter~3.1–4.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Theobroma cacao seed butterParfum~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumTocopheryl acetate~1.3–1.9%
- 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 acetateCi 15850~1.1–1.6%
Mica~1.1–1.6%
- 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~0.85–1.25%
- 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 16035~0.35–0.8%
Saccharin~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrogenated polyisobutene~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobutenePalmitic acid~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidIngredient list view
Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Benzophenone-3, Paraffinum liquidum, Microcrystalline wax, Cera microcristallina, Copernicia cerifera wax, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Parfum, Tocopheryl acetate, Ci 15850, Mica, Titanium dioxide, Ci 16035, Saccharin, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Palmitic acid
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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.
| PalmersCocoa Butter Formula Ultra Moisturizing Tinted Lip Balm SPF 15, Dark Chocolate & CherryYOUR PRODUCT | SunSenseSun Protection Moisturising Soothing Lip Balm SPF50 | Herpecin LLip Balm Stick, Cold Sores/Blisters/Chapped Lip Treatment, SPF 30 | Rohto MentholatumPremium Melty Cream Lip Balm SPF 26 PA+++ - 2 Types | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 52% | 51% | 51% |
| Price | — | — | $7.99 | $7.02 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 8 | 4 of 8 | 2 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Petrolatum | Petrolatum | Ceramide 2 |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Medium |
| SPF | SPF 15 | SPF 50 | SPF 30 | SPF 26 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
We do not recommend "Palmers - Cocoa Butter Formula Ultra Moisturizing Tinted Lip Balm SPF 15, Dark Chocolate & Cherry" because it does not provide good UVA protection. UVA sun rays don't burn the skin, but they still lead to photoaging and hyperpigmentation.
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
It contains some common irritants, including those without a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this lip product 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.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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- 5On Photostability of Oxybenzonecore.ac.uk
- 6A review on the extensive skin benefits of mineral oilncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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