Works for
MoisturizingParaffinum liquidum, Panthenol + 6 moreWorks well
“Free of sulfates SLS and SLES, parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, retinyl palmitate, hydroquinone, triclosan, and triclocarban.”
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:
panthenol, caprylyl 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: dimethicone, ethylhexyl palmitate.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol, paraffinum liquidum
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Tocopherol, Camellia sinensis leaf extract + 1 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (tocopherol) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
The following ingredients - camellia sinensis leaf extract also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
Anti-agingSide benefit · Tocopherol, Camellia sinensis leaf extract + 1 moreMay help
This product contains tocopherol. This ingredient help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they might be able to prevent early signs of aging (like fine lines and wrinkles), at least to some extent. These ingredients will not be able to "reverse" signs of aging.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy16 flagged ingredients — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic12 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale12 flagged
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Ingredients
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Mica~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaOctyldodecyl stearoyl stearate~4.1–6.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Zinc stearate~5.1–7.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~4–5.9%
- 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 TocopherolLauroyl lysine~3.2–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and creates a nice product texture
More about Lauroyl lysineAscorbyl palmitate~2.2–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateCamellia sinensis leaf extract~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractWater~1.4–2.1%
Caprylyl glycol~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolIsopentyldiol~1–1.6%
Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIron oxides~0.9–1.3%
- 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 oxidesTitanium dioxide~1–1.6%
- 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 77891~0.8–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77163~0.55–1.35%
Blue 1 lake~0.55–1.3%
Ci 42090~0.55–1.25%
Ci 75470~0.5–1.2%
Ci 77510~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77742~0.45–1.1%
Ci 15850~0.45–1.05%
Ci 45410~0.45–1.05%
Ci 45380~0.45–1.05%
Ci 45410~0.45–1.05%
Ci 17200~0.45–1.05%
Ci 73360~0.45–1.05%
Ci 17200~0.45–1.05%
Ci 15880~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 17200~0.45–1.05%
Ci 12085~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Ci 19140~0.45–1.05%
Ci 15985~0.45–1.05%
Ultramarines~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77007~0.45–1.05%
Talc~0.5–1.2%
Zinc stearate~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Nylon-12~0.45–1.1%
Lauroyl lysine~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and creates a nice product texture
More about Lauroyl lysinePanthenol~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolParaffinum liquidum~0.5–1.15%
- 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 liquidumDimethicone~0.5–1.2%
- 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 DimethiconeEthylhexyl palmitate~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateTin oxide~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation
More about Tin oxideCalcium sodium borosilicate~0.45–1.05%
Isopentyldiol~0.45–1.05%
Boron nitride~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to absord oil and evenly disperse other ingredients (for example, pigment) in product formulation
More about Boron nitrideCaprylyl glycol~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolMica~0.45–1.1%
- 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~0.55–1.25%
- 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 77891~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Iron oxides~0.4–1%
- 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 77491~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Iron oxides~0.4–1%
- 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 77492~0.45–1.05%
Iron oxides~0.4–1%
- 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 77499~0.45–1.05%
Ci 77163~0.45–1.05%
Blue 1 lake~0.45–1.05%
Ci 42090~0.45–1.05%
Ci 75470~0.45–1.05%
Chromium hydroxide green~0.45–1.05%
Ci 77289~0.45–1.05%
Chromium oxide greens~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77288~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77510~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77510~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77742~0.45–1.05%
Ultramarines~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77007~0.45–1.05%
Ci 19140~0.45–1.05%
Talc~0.5–1.2%
Zinc stearate~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Boron nitride~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to absord oil and evenly disperse other ingredients (for example, pigment) in product formulation
More about Boron nitrideDimethicone~0.5–1.2%
- 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 DimethiconeNylon-12~0.45–1.1%
Paraffinum liquidum~0.5–1.15%
- 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 liquidumEthylhexyl palmitate~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateSilica~0.5–1.2%
Panthenol~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolIsopentyldiol~0.45–1.05%
Caprylyl glycol~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolMica~0.45–1.1%
- 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~0.55–1.25%
- 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 77891~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Iron oxides~0.4–1%
- 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 77163~0.45–1.05%
Blue 1 lake~0.45–1%
Ci 42090~0.45–1%
Ci 75470~0.45–1%
Ci 77510~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77510~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77742~0.35–0.8%
Ci 15850~0.35–0.8%
Ci 45410~0.35–0.8%
Ci 45380~0.35–0.75%
Ci 45410~0.3–0.75%
Ci 17200~0.2–0.75%
Ci 73360~0.2–0.7%
Ci 17200~0.15–0.7%
Ci 15880~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 17200~0.15–0.5%
Ci 12085~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Ultramarines~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77007~0.1–0.4%
Ci 19140~0.1–0.3%
Ci 15985~0.1–0.3%
Ingredient list view
Mica, Octyldodecyl stearoyl stearate, Zinc stearate, Tocopherol, Lauroyl lysine, Ascorbyl palmitate, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Water, Caprylyl glycol, Isopentyldiol, Phenoxyethanol, Iron oxides, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891, Ci 77163, Blue 1 lake, Ci 42090, Ci 75470, Unknown, Ci 77510, Ci 77742, Ci 15850, Ci 45410, Ci 45380, Ci 45410, Ci 17200, Ci 73360, Ci 17200, Ci 15880, Ci 17200, Ci 12085, Ci 19140, Ci 15985, Ultramarines, Ci 77007, Talc, Zinc stearate, Nylon-12, Lauroyl lysine, Panthenol, Paraffinum liquidum, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Tin oxide, Calcium sodium borosilicate, Isopentyldiol, Boron nitride, Caprylyl glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Mica, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891, Iron oxides, Ci 77491, Iron oxides, Ci 77492, Iron oxides, Ci 77499, Ci 77163, Blue 1 lake, Ci 42090, Ci 75470, Chromium hydroxide green, Ci 77289, Chromium oxide greens, Ci 77288, Ci 77510, Unknown, Ci 77510, Ci 77742, Ultramarines, Ci 77007, Ci 19140, Talc, Zinc stearate, Boron nitride, Dimethicone, Nylon-12, Paraffinum liquidum, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Silica, Panthenol, Isopentyldiol, Caprylyl glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Mica, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891, Iron oxides, Ci 77163, Blue 1 lake, Ci 42090, Ci 75470, Ci 77510, Unknown, Ci 77510, Ci 77742, Ci 15850, Ci 45410, Ci 45380, Ci 45410, Ci 17200, Ci 73360, Ci 17200, Ci 15880, Ci 17200, Ci 12085, Ultramarines, Ci 77007, Ci 19140, Ci 15985
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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.
| SmashboxCali KissedYOUR PRODUCT | ISDINReparador Labial Fluido | MacroNatural Vitamin E Cream | Palmerss Swivel Stick Lip Moisturizer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 50% | 41% | 37% |
| Price | — | $10.38 | $9.66 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 | 2 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassic Acid | Retinyl Palmitate | Sunflower Seed Oil |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
Judging from the ingredient list, "Smashbox - Cali Kissed" works well for improving skin hydration This moisturizer uses a good combo of humectants and emollients. These both types of ingredients are essentials for improving the skin hydration and keeping the skin barrier healthy. Panthenol and caprylyl glycol in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Emollients in this formulation (paraffinum liquidum, dimethicone, ethylhexyl palmitate and caprylyl glycol) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
Ingredient callouts
- This formulation also includes panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) at about 0.45% - 1.00% concentration. In this concentration, panthenol works effectively to improve the skin barrier and reduce inflammation.
Irritation risk
This lip product contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this lip sunscreen to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Smashbox" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
Price
The product retails for 36.50$ in the United States.
For a detailed price comparison: click here.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
- 3
- 4
- 5Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 6
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