Aquaphor Lip Repair Ointment

Aquaphor Lip Repair Ointment
8.2
/ 10
Moisturizing
7.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
9.3 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity

Review

Results you may expect from using Aquaphor Lip Repair Ointment:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Aquaphor Lip Repair Ointment:

  • Intense moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 8.2 out of 10.

How moisturizing is it?

Intensely moisturizing: Aquaphor Lip Repair Ointment has a moisturizing rating of 8.2 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather occlusive. It has a high humectancy of 7.0 out of 10, entirely due to the substantial concentration of Glycerin (est. ≈4.0%) and Panthenol (est. ≈3.0%), and a very high occlusivity of 9.3 out of 10, mainly due to the significant content of Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil (est. ≈11.0%) and Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (est. ≈6.0%).

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, Aquaphor Lip Repair Ointment has a zero anti-wrinkle rating.

It contains Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, an ingredient marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate provide insufficient evidence of its efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards. Therefore, this ingredient does not generate the anti-wrinkle rating.

Moisturizers, when used regularly, are proven to prevent wrinkle formation and even reduce existing wrinkles. Therefore, this product, like any other moisturizer, could deliver some anti-wrinkle effects through its moisturizing action.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the anti-wrinkle rating calculation.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
45
Octyldodecanol
22
C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate
11
Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil
6
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
4
Glycerin
3
Panthenol
2
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
1.5
Water
1
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
0.3
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
0.3
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
0.3
Bisabolol
0.3
Beeswax
0.3
C20-40 Alkyl Stearate
0.3
Magnesium Stearate
0.3
Magnesium Sulfate
Est. %
Octyldodecanol
Function:
Origin:
C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate
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Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
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Glycerin
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Panthenol
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Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
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Water
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Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
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Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
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Hydrogenated Castor Oil
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Tocopherol
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Tocopheryl Acetate
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Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
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Bisabolol
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Beeswax
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C20-40 Alkyl Stearate
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Magnesium Stearate
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Magnesium Sulfate
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Ratings

All humectants
7.0
4
3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
18.5
11.0
6.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
8.2
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 7 10
7.0
4
3
Occlusivity All occlusives 18.5 20
9.3
11.0
6.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
8.2
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
4
3
All humectants 7 10
7
All humectants
7.0
4
3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
11
6
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 18.5 20
9.3
All occlusives
18.5
11.0
6.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
0
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 0.9 3 No
All antioxidants
0.9
Tocopherol
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
3
0.3
All soothing 3.3 5 No
All soothing
3.3
3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Octyldodecanol
Est. %45
Function
Origin
OctyldodecanolAn emollient fatty alcohol that spreads easily without leaving a greasy residue on the skin. It is also used as a solvent and dispersing agent for other ingredients.
C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate
Est. %22
Function
Origin
C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate

An emollient, providing softening effects on the skin. It also functions as an emulsion stabilizer and viscosity controller, ensuring that skincare products maintain their desired consistency and texture.

Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil
Est. %11
Function
Origin
Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed OilA fatty oil extracted from the seeds of the castor bean plant with very unique fatty acid composition. It is used in skincare as an occlusive moisturizer and emollient that leaves the skin feeling soft and silky after application.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA natural occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient, it is a blend of glycerin and two fatty acids, caprylic and capric acid. It creates an oil-based protective layer on the skin, thereby preventing water loss.
Glycerin
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Panthenol
Est. %3
Function
Origin
PanthenolA popular soothing and moisturizing derivative of vitamin B5. Panthenol is particularly beneficial for dry, flaking, burned, or damaged skin. It is used to alleviate the symptoms of a rash, dermatitis, eczema, chapped lips, and sunburn.
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2An emollient ester that is used as a non-animal substitute for lanolin. Similar to lanolin, it melts at body temperature, making it ideal for use in body butters, lip balms, and ointments.
Water
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-3 DiisostearateA vegetable-based ingredient that stabilizes mixtures of oil and water.
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) ButterA semi-solid, buttery fat extracted from the seeds of the Shea tree that is a wonderful occlusive and emollient ingredient mainly comprised of fatty acids. Shea butter contains a large amount of anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds.
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated Castor OilA processed, butter-like castor oil. It is solely comprised of occlusive moisturizing and emollient saturated fatty acids and is best suited for dry skin. It can also act as a thickener and emulsifier.
Tocopherol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopherol

Simply another name for vitamin E. Tocopherol is a fantastic ingredient and especially beneficial for dry and inflamed skin. It has occlusive moisturizing, emollient, antioxidant, and photoprotective properties.

Tocopheryl Acetate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopheryl Acetate

An antioxidant derivative of tocopherol (vitamin E). It helps to protect cells from free radicals and UV damage through the conversion to active vitamin E in the skin. It is more stable than tocopherol.

Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Ascorbyl PhosphateThe most researched derivative of vitamin C. It boosts collagen synthesis, thereby improving skin structure and elasticity. SAP is effective in the treatment of inflamed acne lesions and has a weak but positive effect on pigmentation issues.
Bisabolol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
BisabololAn anti-inflammatory compound found naturally in German chamomile essential oil. It has a pleasant, sweet, and floral scent. Bisabolol also has soothing and anti-inflammatory properties but can cause an allergic reaction in more sensitive individuals.
Beeswax
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
BeeswaxA waxy substance made by bees while they are building their honeycombs. It is an occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient with wound healing and antimicrobial properties similar to those of honey. Its bleached, purified form is called Cera alba.
C20-40 Alkyl Stearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
C20-40 Alkyl StearateDescription is coming soon
Magnesium Stearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Magnesium StearateA multifunctional ester that thickens and prevents clumping.
Magnesium Sulfate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Magnesium SulfateA naturally occurring mineral that is commonly used in skincare products as a bulking agent. It helps to control the viscosity of products by making them thicker.