Works for
1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
MoisturizingLanolin, Cera alba + 4 moreStrong evidence
“Harnessing the powers of Lanolin and Organic Calendula Extract, the non-greasy balm hydrates and protects delicate nipples, replenishes cracked skin and takes care of areas prone to chafing for long-lasting comfort.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: cera alba, helianthus annuus seed oil.
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: lanolin
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Lanolin~23–35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sebum of wool-bearing animals (most commonly sheep). Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce the skin water loss. In rare cases could be an allergen. Not suitable for vegans
More about LanolinHelianthus annuus seed oil~8.6–12.9%
- 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 oilOlea europaea fruit oil~4.7–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilCalendula officinalis extract~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Calendula officinalis extractCera alba~3.3–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Cera albaLanolin alcohol~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Lanolin alcoholTocopherol~0.4–0.9%
- 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 TocopherolIngredient list view
Lanolin, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Olea europaea fruit oil, Calendula officinalis extract, Cera alba, Lanolin alcohol, Tocopherol
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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.
| WeledaNipple BalmYOUR PRODUCT | Burt's Bees100% Natural Origin Moisturising Lip Balm - Watermelon | |
|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 57% |
| Price | $8.83 | $5.34−$3.49 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil |
| Irritancy | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — |
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Product summary
Judging from the ingredient list, "Weleda - Nipple Balm" works well for improving skin hydration
This product contains ingredients that could be beneficial, but their concentrations are too low in this formulation: vitamin eIrritation risk
There are actives in this product that can be irritating. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be low. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Weleda" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
Price
The product retails for 8.25$ in the United States, from 6.60£ up to 10.90£ in the United Kingdom and for 11.60CA$ in Canada.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 6Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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