Clarins Lip Comfort Oil Versus Clarins Lip Oil Balm Hydrating Peptide Balm

Clarins Lip Comfort Oil Versus Clarins Lip Oil Balm Hydrating Peptide Balm

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Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil

Dilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer

Rosa Rubiginosa Seed Oil

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Corylus Avellana Seed Oil

Diisostearyl Malate

Castor Oil/Ipdi Copolymer

Tocopheryl Acetate

Parfum

Vanillin

CI 15985

CI 17200

CI 15850

CI 45410

Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Dilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer, Rosa Rubiginosa Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Corylus Avellana Seed Oil, Diisostearyl Malate, Castor Oil/Ipdi Copolymer, Tocopheryl Acetate, Parfum, Vanillin, CI 15985, CI 17200, CI 15850, CI 45410

Ricinus Communis Seed Oil

Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter

Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2

Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax

Octyldodecanol

Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate

Rosa Moschata Seed Oil

Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter

Ethylhexyl Palmitate

Tocopherol

CI 77891

Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate

Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil

Dicalcium Phosphate

Tribehenin

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil

CI 19140

Sorbitan Isostearate

Lactic Acid

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1

Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Octyldodecanol, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Corylus Avellana Seed Oil, Rosa Moschata Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Tocopherol, CI 77891, Tocopheryl Acetate, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Parfum, Dicalcium Phosphate, Tribehenin, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, CI 19140, Sorbitan Isostearate, CI 15850, Lactic Acid, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1

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These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (aka MCT Oil) is a lightweight emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping to prevent moisture loss.

Though it behaves like an oil, it is not technically one due to its chemical composition. One perk of this ingredient is that it is very stable, resistant to oxidation, and unlikely to go rancid.

In practice, that translates to a long shelf life and a consistently elegant skin feel.

While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this. Just patch test if you have concerns.

Fractionated coconut oil and MCT Oil are both listed as Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride according to INCI. This is because INCI names are based on the ingredient’s final chemical composition and not its marketing name or source.

This ingredient is treated as the gold standard fungal acne safe oil. Even though it is coconut derived, the problematic lauric acid is stripped out.

This leaves just caprylic (C8) and capric (C10) acid. These chain lengths actually trend antifungal; a 2020 study found caprylic acid was enough to disrupt Malassezia furfur cell membrane, with a caprylic acid derivative damaging membrane structures at concentrations as low as 0.2%.

Ci 15850 is the pigment color red. It is an azo dye and created synthetically.

Azo dyes need to be thoroughly purified before use. This allows them to be more stable and longer-lasting.

This ingredient is common in foundations, lipsticks, and blushes. This color is described as brown/orangey red.

It has many secondary names such as Red 6 and Red 7. According to a manufacturer, Red 6 usually contains aluminum.

This ingredient is also called hazelnut oil. It is rich in fatty acids and has emollient properties.

Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.

Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.

For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.

The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.

For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.

One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.

Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.

Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.

The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.

Jojoba oil is one of the most well-studied plant-derived ingredients in cosmetics. It is an emollient with a special structure.

Because it is made up of 97-98% wax esters, it closely mirrors the linear monoesters found in human sebum. This makes it skin compatible, non-greasy, and lightweight.

Unlike other plant oils, jojoba wax doesn't easily penetrate skin. It mostly works in the uppermost layers as an emollient. This just means it forms a light barrier on the skin to help retain moisture.

Formulations with jojoba esters up to 90% reduced transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and increased barrier recovery by 81% (outperforming bisabolol at 47%).

Besides barrier support, the science also suggests jojoba to have anti-inflammatory effects and potential applications for skin infections, aging, and wound healing.

Fun fact: Indigenous cultures have used jojoba as a moisturizer and to help treat burns for centuries.

Fungal acne: The Malassezia yeast is known to metabolize fatty acids in the C11-24 range and jojoba's dominant fatty acid components fall into this range. This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe.

Tocopheryl Acetate is a stable, shelf-friendly form of vitamin E.

Formulators love it because plain vitamin E oxidizes quickly once it hits air. This acetate version stays stable and resists going off, helping to extend a product's shelf life.

It's actually inactive on its own and works like a slow-release "storage" form; the enzymes in your skin called esterases gradually convert it into active vitamin E over time.

One in vivo study showed 5% of the acetate in the living layer of the epidermis converted to vitamin E after 5 days of application. This study also found the skin gained protection against UV damage even though the conversion was slow and small.

Once converted, vitamin E acts as a skin's main fat-soluble antioxidant that fights free radicals to protect skin from damage.

Topical vitamin E generally boosts the skin's photoprotection, and it reduced UV-damage in animal models.

This ingredient has some brightening potential but it's more of a prevention ingredient than spot-fader. Cell studies show it can slow down melanin production but it's worth noting that it's not the most powerful brightener out there.

Overall, it has a pretty solid safety profile and has been found to be non-irritating and non-comedogenic. Allergic reactions may happen but stay rare due to how widely the ingredient gets used.

The concentration will vary depending on the formula; industry data shows 0.1% in baby lotions, 3% in lipsticks, and 5% in foot powders. You can also find this ingredient at 100% in a pure vitamin E oil.

Most leave-on skincare keeps it at the lower end, often between 0.5-1%.

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