Allergen & irritant analysis
3 flaggedThis lip balm from Cien lists 34 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 3 known contact allergens in the INCI list. That includes 2 EU-labelled fragrance allergens (parfum, farnesol). No parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- ParfumKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix I
- FarnesolKnown allergen (fragrance): Farnesol
- Propylene glycolKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
Not detected: parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates. Contains: added fragrance.
Based on what's flagged, take extra care if you're among:
- People with fragrance allergy or fragrance-sensitive skin
Generated from this product's ingredient list and AllerNote's allergen database — educational, not medical advice or a substitute for patch testing.
Benefits
Key Ingredients
- 1AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
- 2Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 3Chemical UV FilterAbsorbs UV rays to help prevent sun damage.
- 4Mineral UV FilterReflects UV rays using mineral barriers.
Full Ingredient List
34INCI (full list, INCI order): caprylic/capric triglyceride, ricinus communis seed oil, c18-36 acid triglyceride, olea europaea fruit oil, cetearyl ethylhexanoate, glyceryl ricinoleate, zinc oxide, stearyl beeswax, behenyl beeswax, butyrospermum parkii butter, candelilla cera, polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate, diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, tocopheryl acetate, orbignya oleifera seed oil, ethylhexyl triazone, water, persea gratissima oil, glycerin, panthenol, sorbitol, butyrum, lactis proteinum, mel extract, rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, lac, propylene glycol, parfum, hydrogenated palm glycerides citrate, tocopherol, citric acid, bisabolol, farnesol, ci 77492
Tap any ingredient to see details
Potential Concerns
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
- May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
- May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
Frequently asked questions
Does Milk & Honey Lip Balm SPF 30 contain fragrance allergens?
Yes — analysing the INCI list, AllerNote found 2 of the EU-labelled fragrance allergens: parfum, farnesol. If you're fragrance-sensitive or patch-test positive to a fragrance mix, treat Milk & Honey Lip Balm SPF 30 with caution and patch test before full use.
Is Milk & Honey Lip Balm SPF 30 paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Milk & Honey Lip Balm SPF 30's listed ingredients. Worth keeping in perspective: parabens are among the least common cosmetic allergens, so "paraben-free" matters far less for reactive skin than avoiding fragrance or the preservative MI/MCI.
Is Milk & Honey Lip Balm SPF 30 suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Milk & Honey Lip Balm SPF 30 contains 3 flagged allergens and 0 irritants (listed in the analysis above). If none are on your personal allergen list it may suit you, but patch test first — add your allergens to AllerNote to check Milk & Honey Lip Balm SPF 30 against your own profile.

