Name: Aesop Protective Lip Balm SPF 30
Brand: Aesop
SKU: 55873
Availability: InStock
Rating: 76 (1 reviews)

Aesop Protective Lip Balm SPF 30

Aesop

/100

Lab tested

No

Harmful ingredients

6

Why this score

IngredientsSeverity and exposure-weighted ingredient concerns
Mineral sunscreenBonus for mineral-based UV filters

What's inside

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil

High omega-6 content, oxidative instability, potential for rancidity, mild skin sensitization in rare cases

Benzyl Salicylate

Skin sensitization, mild skin irritation, potential phototoxicity, allergic contact dermatitis

Citral

Skin sensitization, allergic contact dermatitis, mild eye irritation

Copernicia cerifera (Carnauba) wax

Possible mild allergenicity in sensitive individuals, rare gastrointestinal irritation if consumed in large amounts

Glyceryl Isostearate

Skin irritation in sensitive individuals, ultra-processed, potential for impurity contamination during manufacturing

Polyhydroxystearic Acid

Potential for skin irritation, possible gut irritation if ingested, ultra-processed, limited long-term oral safety data

Jojoba Esters

Moisturizing properties (for skin), non-comedogenic, hypoallergenic (topical use)

Hydrogenated Castor Oil

Ultra-processed, potential trans fat content, gut irritation in sensitive individuals, questionable long-term safety

Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate

Emollient, improves skin texture and feel, enhances spreadability of formulations

Candelilla Cera (Euphorbia Cerifera Wax)

Natural source, provides emollient and stabilizing properties, FDA approved as food additive

Glyceryl Behenate

Emollient properties, improves texture and stability of topical products

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil

Fragrance, antimicrobial properties, potential mild calming effects

Cananga Odorata (Ylang Ylang) Flower Oil

Fragrance agent, potential relaxation and mood effects at typical aromatherapy exposure levels

Linalool

Provides floral and citrus scent characteristics in fragrances and flavors

Geraniol

Fragrance component, flavoring agent

Citronellol

Fragrance component providing floral scent

Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil

Skin conditioning, moisturizing properties, natural emollient

Non-nano Zinc Oxide

Effective broad-spectrum UV protection, antimicrobial properties, low skin penetration risk compared to nanoscale zinc oxide

Tocopherol

Antioxidant, protects lipids from oxidation, supports product stability

Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil

Emollient properties, helps moisturize and protect skin barrier

Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate

Effective broad-spectrum UVA protection, photostable compared to other UV filters

Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine

Effective broad-spectrum UV protection, photostability

Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel Oil

Contains antioxidants, may have antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, potential mood-enhancing effects

D-Limonene

Natural solvent, effective grease cutter, pleasant citrus fragrance

Product Details

Form Type

solid

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