PRODUCT REVIEW
TONYMOLY Mini Lip Balm
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Product summary
What can the product work for?
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
Hydrating and soothing, Mini Lip Balm features a lightweight, creamy formula that melts onto the lips for long-lasting results.
bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2
2.7% -
4%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss from its surface
carthamus tinctorius seed oil
0.15% -
0.6%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
An emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation
cera alba
0.35% -
0.8%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
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
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Sun protection
benzophenone-3
1.7% -
2.5%
Irritation risk:
UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic
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
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
2.3% -
3.5%
Irritation risk:
UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic
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
titanium dioxide
0.35% -
0.8%
Irritation risk:
UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Mineral
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
Honesty check
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
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| Sun protection | |
| Moisturizing |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
75/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 1
Potential irritants
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
2.3% -
3.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Sun protection
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
benzophenone-3
1.7% -
2.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Sun protection
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
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Comodogenic ingredients
butyrospermum parkii butter
0.15% -
0.65%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-aging
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
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Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
butyrospermum parkii butter
0.15% -
0.65%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-aging
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
ceramide 3
0.15% -
0.6%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Reduces irritation,
Anti-inflammatory
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
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Potential irritants
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
2.3% -
3.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Sun protection
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
benzophenone-3
1.7% -
2.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Sun protection
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
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Comodogenic ingredients
butyrospermum parkii butter
0.15% -
0.65%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation,
Anti-aging
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
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pyrus malus fruit extract
25% -
37%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Anti-oxidation
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
petrolatum
4.2% -
6.3%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing
One of the most effective and the most studied occlusive ingredients that creates a protective layer on top of the skin preventing moisture loss
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Ingredient list view
Unknown, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Petrolatum, Polyglyceryl-2 triisostearate, Diisostearyl malate, Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Polybutene, Benzophenone-3, Hydroxystearic acid, Microcrystalline wax, Silica dimethyl silylate, Vp/hexadecene copolymer, Sorbitan isostearate, Parfum, Titanium dioxide, Tocopheryl acetate, Dehydroacetic acid, Ci 19140, Butylene glycol, Water, Pyrus malus flower extract, Unknown, Polyglyceryl-2 triisostearate, Petrolatum, Diisostearyl malate, Bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Polybutene, Benzophenone-3, Hydroxystearic acid, Microcrystalline wax, Silica dimethyl silylate, Vp/hexadecene copolymer, Mica, Ci 77015, Sorbitan isostearate, Titanium dioxide, Parfum, Ci 15850, Butylparaben, Tocopheryl acetate, Methicone, Ci 19140, Prunus avium fruit extract, Water, Butylene glycol, Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract, Fragaria chiloensis fruit extract, Rubus idaeus fruit extract, Vaccinium angustifolium fruit extract, Rubus fruticosus fruit extract, Unknown, Petrolatum, Diisostearyl malate, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, Dipentaerythrityl hexahydroxystearate/hexastearate/hexarosinate, Cera alba, Ceresin, Parfum, Sorbitan sesquioleate, Copernicia cerifera wax, Paraffin, Tocopheryl acetate, Polyglyceryl-2 triisostearate, Water, Sodium hyaluronate, Ceramide 3, Rosa canina fruit oil, Butylene glycol, Lanolin cera, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Alcohol, Prunus persica fruit extract, Hamamelis virginiana extract, Ci 19140, Ci 15850, Butylparaben, Phenoxyethanol
Sources
- Safety Assessment of Polyglyceryl Fatty Acid Esters as Used in Cosmetics
- Safety assessment of bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2 and bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-1 as used in cosmetics
- Final report of the cosmetic ingredient review expert panel on the safety assessment of Polyisobutene and Hydrogenated Polyisobutene as used in cosmetics
- Dermatological and environmental toxicological impact of the sunscreen ingredient oxybenzone/benzophenone‐3
- Effect of Sunscreen Application on Plasma Concentration of Sunscreen Active Ingredients A Randomized Clinical Trial
- On Photostability of Oxybenzone
- 4 Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Dehydroacetate and Dehydroacetic Acid
- Analysis of Dyes in Cosmetics: Challenges and Recent Developments
- Anti-Inflammatory and Neuroactive Properties of Selected Fruit Extracts
- Efficacy of barrier creams in comparison to skin care products in dental laboratory technicians--a controlled trial
- Sorbitan sesquioleate, a common emulsifier in topical corticosteroids, is an important contact allergen
- Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin aging
- Hyaluronan (Hyaluronic Acid): a natural moisturizer for skin care
- Topically Applied Ceramides Interact with the Stratum Corneum Lipid Matrix in Compromised Ex Vivo Skin
- Anti-Inflammatory Efficacy of Topical Preparations with 10% Hamamelis Distillate in a UV Erythema Test
- Anti-inflammatory activity of hamamelis distillate applied topically to the skin