UV Lip Balm Broad-Spectrum SPF 36

UV Lip Balm Broad-Spectrum SPF 36

25ingredients
Lip BalmEltaMD, Inc

Full INCI list with a per-ingredient allergen & irritant analysis below.

Formula flagsfrom catalog claims
Alcohol-freeParaben-freeSulfate-freeSilicone-freeEU-allergen-freeVeganOil-freeReef-safeCruelty-freeFragrance-freeFungal-acne-safe

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Allergen & irritant analysis

1 flagged

This lip balm from EltaMD, Inc lists 25 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 1 known contact allergen in the INCI list. That includes 1 EU-labelled fragrance allergen (aroma). No parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.

1 known allergen in this formula
  • Aroma · fragrance · mediumKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix

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

HydratingScar healingBrighteningAcne fightingAnti-agingReduces large poresRedness reducingSkin textureBarrier repair

Key Ingredients

  • 1
    AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
  • 2
    Vitamin CBrightens, evens tone, and supports collagen.
  • 3
    Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
  • 4
    Chemical UV FilterAbsorbs UV rays to help prevent sun damage.
  • 5
    Mineral UV FilterReflects UV rays using mineral barriers.
  • 6
    ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.

Full Ingredient List

25

INCI (full list, INCI order): active ingredients: ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate 7.5%, zinc oxide 7% inactive ingredients: petrolatum, ricinus communis seed oil, cetearyl alcohol, water, lauryl laurate, aroma, polyethylene, olea europaea fruit oil, hydrogenated soybean oil, beeswax, glycerin, glyceryl behenate, copernicia cerifera wax, euphorbia cerifera wax, hydrogenated castor oil, hydrolyzed caesalpinia spinosa gum, microcrystalline wax, caesalpinia spinosa gum, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate, ascorbyl palmitate, thioctic acid, tocopheryl acetate, quercetin

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Potential Concerns

  • May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
  • May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.
  • May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.

Frequently asked questions

Does UV Lip Balm Broad-Spectrum SPF 36 contain fragrance allergens?

Yes — analysing the INCI list, AllerNote found 1 of the EU-labelled fragrance allergens: aroma. If you're fragrance-sensitive or patch-test positive to a fragrance mix, treat UV Lip Balm Broad-Spectrum SPF 36 with caution and patch test before full use.

Is UV Lip Balm Broad-Spectrum SPF 36 paraben-free?

No parabens were detected in UV Lip Balm Broad-Spectrum SPF 36'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 UV Lip Balm Broad-Spectrum SPF 36 suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. UV Lip Balm Broad-Spectrum SPF 36 contains 1 flagged allergen 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 UV Lip Balm Broad-Spectrum SPF 36 against your own profile.