Solara Suncare Pout Protector Lip Serum
Works for
Sun protectionSPF 15 · 1 UV filter · Broad spectrumWeak protectionSPF under 30
This product offers broad spectrum sun protection, but it is weak. We recommend to use a broad spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30.
This product can be considered "reef safe" because it does not contain the UV filters (oxybenzone and octinoxate) that can be harmful to coral reefs when present in the water in high concentrations.
MoisturizingPalmitoyl tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl tripeptide-38 + 15 moreWorks well
“Description Formulated to protect the delicate skin around the lips while also addressing previous photoaging, this glossy balm helps plump fine lines and infuse hydration while defending against sun, HEV/blue light and pollution.”
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:
fructose, glycerin.
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: palmitoyl tripeptide-1, palmitoyl tripeptide-38
Anti-agingPalmitoyl tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl tripeptide-38 + 2 moreMay help
“Description Formulated to protect the delicate skin around the lips while also addressing previous photoaging, this glossy balm helps plump fine lines and infuse hydration while defending against sun, HEV/blue light and pollution.”
This product contains palmitoyl tripeptide-1, palmitoyl tripeptide-38. These ingredients 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?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Gardenia taitensis flower extract, Withania somnifera root extract + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Zinc oxide11%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant
More about Zinc oxideWater~45–55%
Bisabolol~8.7–10.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololBis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2~5.3–6.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss from its surface
More about Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2Butyrospermum parkii butter~3.3–4%
- 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 butterCaprylic/capric triglyceride~2.4–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideCetearyl ethylhexanoate~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Cetearyl ethylhexanoateCetearyl nonanoate~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cocos nucifera oil~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilEthylhexyl palmitate~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateFructose~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructoseGlycerin~0.9–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.7–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilHelianthus annuus seed wax~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function while creating a thicker product consistency
More about Helianthus annuus seed waxPalmitoyl tripeptide-1~0.55–0.85%
- 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 tripeptide-1Palmitoyl tripeptide-38~0.5–0.75%
- 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 tripeptide-38Portulaca pilosa extract~0.5–0.75%
Gardenia taitensis flower extract~0.45–0.7%
Tocopherol~0.45–0.65%
- 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 TocopherolTribehenin~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TribeheninWithania somnifera root extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Isostearic acid~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture
More about Isostearic acidLecithin~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinPolyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleatePolyhydroxystearic acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Polyhydroxystearic acidSorbitan isostearate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateSorbitol/sebacic acid copolymer behenate~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to thicken the product texture
More about Sorbitol/sebacic acid copolymer behenateStearic acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidSucrose cocoate~0.1–0.15%
Mentha spicata herb oil~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Ingredient list view
Zinc oxide, Water, Bisabolol, Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cetearyl ethylhexanoate, Cetearyl nonanoate, Cocos nucifera oil, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Fructose, Glycerin, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Helianthus annuus seed wax, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl tripeptide-38, Portulaca pilosa extract, Unknown, Gardenia taitensis flower extract, Tocopherol, Tribehenin, Withania somnifera root extract, Isostearic acid, Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Sorbitan isostearate, Sorbitol/sebacic acid copolymer behenate, Stearic acid, Sucrose cocoate, Mentha spicata herb oil
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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.
| Solara SuncarePout Protector Lip SerumYOUR PRODUCT | iS ClinicalLipProtect SPF 35 | EltaMDUV Daily Peptide Lip Balm SPF 40 | OneSkinOS-01 LIP SPF BROAD SPECTRUM SPF 15+ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 45% | 45% | 43% |
| Price | $16.00 | $25.00+$9.00 | $25.00+$9.00 | $30.00+$14.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 13 | 4 of 13 | 6 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Linoleic Acid | Tripeptide-1 | Butyloctyl Salicylate |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| SPF | SPF 15 | SPF 35 | SPF 40 | SPF 15 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Colorescience Sunforgettable Lip Shine SPF35Epicuren Anti-Aging Lip Balm SPF 15
Product summary
"Solara Suncare - Pout Protector Lip Serum" is effective for: Moisturizing
This lip product could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Peptides (palmitoyl tripeptide-38 0.75% - 1.15% and palmitoyl tripeptide-1 1.00% - 1.20%). There are many different kind of Peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of aminoacids. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective Peptides are in skincare, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. They might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, Peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
- Humectants (glycerin 1.00% - 1.30% and fructose 1.10% - 1.40%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 16.00$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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