PRODUCT REVIEW
Sun Bum Original SPF30 Lip Balm
Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Sun protection
- Anti-aging
- Moisturizing
- Anti-oxidation
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Product summary
What can the product work for?
Works for
Sun protection
butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane
1.5% -
2.2%
Irritation risk:
UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic
Avobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.
octocrylene
3.5% -
5.2%
Irritation risk:
UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic
A weak sunscreen that protects against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB) and is somewhat effective against the UVA rays. It is quite stable and can help stabilize other, more vulnerable, sunscreen ingredients like Avobenzone. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
homosalate
4.1% -
6.1%
Irritation risk:
UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic
A weak sunscreen that offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not offer meaningful protection against protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen. When used in low concentrations, helps to stabilize the product formulation
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Anti-aging
camellia sinensis leaf extract
0.15% -
0.7%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
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
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
The smoothing balm offers broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection while infusing the lips with long-lasting moisture.
squalene
0.45% -
1%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
An oil that is naturally part of skin sebum that helps to soften its upper layer, reduce water loss and neutralize free radicals. It might be comedogenic. Avoid applying large concentrations (or pure oil) before sun exposure as oxidized squalene can clog pores and lead to skin irritation. Today squalene is mostly derived from vegetable oils or synthetized by yeast
caprylic/capric triglyceride
22% -
34%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
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
theobroma cacao seed butter
0.45% -
1.05%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
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Anti-oxidation
squalene
0.45% -
1%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
An oil that is naturally part of skin sebum that helps to soften its upper layer, reduce water loss and neutralize free radicals. It might be comedogenic. Avoid applying large concentrations (or pure oil) before sun exposure as oxidized squalene can clog pores and lead to skin irritation. Today squalene is mostly derived from vegetable oils or synthetized by yeast
punica granatum extract
0.2% -
0.8%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and even out the skin tone, but is typically used in products in a concentration that is too low to be effective
theobroma cacao seed butter
0.45% -
1.05%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Concentration: Effectiveness:
LOW
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
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How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Sun protection |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
100/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 4
Potential irritants
parfum
1.9% -
2.9%
Irritation risk:
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
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Comodogenic ingredients
ethylhexyl palmitate
4.1% -
6.2%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
theobroma cacao seed butter
0.45% -
1.05%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-dandruff
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
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Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
camellia sinensis leaf extract
0.15% -
0.7%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Anti-oxidation,
Antibacterial,
Anti-aging,
Anti-blemish,
Moisturizing,
Evens skin tone
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
theobroma cacao seed butter
0.45% -
1.05%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-dandruff
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
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Potential irritants
parfum
1.9% -
2.9%
Irritation risk:
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
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Comodogenic ingredients
ethylhexyl palmitate
4.1% -
6.2%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
theobroma cacao seed butter
0.45% -
1.05%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-dandruff
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
Show more
All ingredients
caprylic/capric triglyceride
22% -
34%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
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
ethylhexyl palmitate
4.1% -
6.2%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
Show more
Ingredient list view
Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Ozokerite, Homosalate, Octocrylene, Parfum, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Diisobutyl adipate, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl stearate, Hydrogenated ethylhexyl olivate, Hydrogenated olive oil unsaponifiables, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Saccharin, Squalene, Tocopheryl linoleate/oleate, Silica, Punica granatum extract, Rosmarinus officinalis extract, Salvia officinalis extract, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Salix alba bark extract, Equisetum arvense extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Panax ginseng root extract, Ginkgo biloba root extract, Macrocystis pyrifera extract, Citrus limon peel extract, Citrus grandis fruit extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Tocopheryl acetate, Bisabolol, Isostearyl linoleate, Propylene glycol, Polysorbate 80, Water, Cetyl alcohol, Paraffinum liquidum, Peg-8, Citral
Sources
- Opinion on Homosalate - Scientific Committee on Consumer Products
- Amended final report of the safety assessment of dibutyl adipate as used in cosmetics
- Natural vegetable fats in the prevention of irritant contact dermatitis
- Cocoa polyphenols and their influence on parameters involved in ex vivo skin restructuring
- Squalene and its potential clinical uses
- Biological and Pharmacological Activities of Squalene and Related Compounds: Potential Uses in Cosmetic Dermatology
- Enhanced comedo formation in rabbit ear skin by squalene and oleic acid peroxides
- Extract of Punica granatum inhibits skin photoaging induced by UVB irradiation
- Topical microemulsion containing Punica granatum extract: its control over skin erythema and melanin in healthy Asian subjects
- Safety Assessment of Punica granatum -Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics
- Efficacy and Safety of White Willow Bark (Salix alba) Extract
- An evaluation of the effect of a topical product containing salicin on the visible signs of human skin aging
- Ginseng in Dermatology: A Review
- Antiaging effects of the mixture of Panax ginseng and Crataegus pinnatifida in human dermal fibroblasts and healthy human skin
- Topical application of Calendula officinalis (L.): Formulation and evaluation of hydrophilic cream with antioxidant activity
- The seamy side of natural medicines: contact sensitization to arnica (Arnica montana L.) and marigold (Calendula officinalis L.)
- Final report on the safety assessment of Calendula officinalis extract and Calendula officinalis
- Contact dermatitis as an adverse reaction to some topically used European herbal medicinal products – part 1: Achillea millefolium–Curcuma longa
- α-(-)-Bisabolol Reduces Pro-Inflammatory Cytokine Production and Ameliorates Skin Inflammation
- Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitis
- Propylene Glycol
- Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycol