Sunscreen Lip Balm

Whether it provides direct protection against UV radiation.

From Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Octocrylene, Homosalate

Whether it can calm the skin — linked to less redness, irritation, discomfort, or visible reactivity.

From Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Salix Alba Bark Extract

Whether it can help visible signs of aging — fine lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, or photoaging.

From Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract

Whether the ingredient helps increase the skin’s water content — humectants that attract water, ingredients that reduce water loss, or ones that make skin feel less dry.

From Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil, Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables

Whether it supports the skin barrier — restoring lipids, reducing water loss, aiding barrier repair, or strengthening the skin’s protective function.

From Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil, Paraffinum Liquidum, Tocopheryl Linoleate/Oleate, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables

Risk of allergic contact dermatitis or immune-based reactions. Fragrance allergens, preservatives, botanicals, and some dyes may score here.

From Fragrance, Octocrylene, Citrus Grandis Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Extract

Risk of short-term irritation — stinging, burning, dryness, redness, or discomfort. Common for strong actives, acids, retinoids, fragrances, and harsh surfactants.

From Fragrance, Homosalate, Citrus Grandis Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Extract

Whether it has known or suspected hormone-related activity or endocrine-disruption concern.

From Homosalate, Octocrylene

Whether it has meaningful potential to be absorbed into the body at levels that may matter biologically. Most cosmetic ingredients score low unless there is known concern or high exposure.

From Homosalate, Octocrylene, Fragrance

Whether it may sting or irritate around the eyes. Relevant for sunscreens, fragrances, acids, surfactants, and volatile ingredients.

From Fragrance, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Extract