Catrice Melt & Shine Juicy Lip Balm

Catrice Melt & Shine Juicy Lip Balm
2.2
/ 10
Moisturizing
0.3 Humectancy icon Humectancy
4.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity

Review

Results you may expect from using Catrice Melt & Shine Juicy Lip Balm:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Catrice Melt & Shine Juicy Lip Balm:

  • Light moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 2.2 out of 10.

How moisturizing is it?

Lightly moisturizing: Catrice Melt & Shine Juicy Lip Balm has a moisturizing rating of 2.2 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather occlusive. It has a low humectancy of 0.3 out of 10 and a moderate occlusivity of 4.0 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax (est. ≈4.0%) and Synthetic Wax (est. ≈3.0%).

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

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
45
Polybutene
22
Octyldodecanol
11
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
6
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
4
Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax
3
Synthetic Wax
2
VP/Eicosene Copolymer
1.5
Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene
1
Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer
0.3
Silica
0.3
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Undaria Pinnatifida Extract
0.3
Polyethylene
0.3
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
0.3
Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax
0.3
Disteardimonium Hectorite
0.3
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
0.3
Dicalcium Phosphate
0.3
Benzyl Alcohol
0.3
Flavor (Aroma)
0.3
Red 7 Lake (CI 15850)
0.3
Yellow 6 (CI 15985)
0.3
Iron Oxides (CI 77492)
0.3
Iron Oxides (CI 77499)
Est. %
Polybutene
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Octyldodecanol
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Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
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Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
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Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax
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Synthetic Wax
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VP/Eicosene Copolymer
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Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene
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Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer
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Silica
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
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Tocopherol
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Undaria Pinnatifida Extract
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Polyethylene
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Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
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Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax
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Disteardimonium Hectorite
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Polyhydroxystearic Acid
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Dicalcium Phosphate
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Benzyl Alcohol
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Flavor (Aroma)
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Red 7 Lake (CI 15850)
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Yellow 6 (CI 15985)
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Iron Oxides (CI 77492)
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Ratings

All humectants
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
7.9
4.0
3.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
2.2
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 0.3 10
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 7.9 20
4.0
4.0
3.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
2.2
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
0.3
All humectants 0.3 10
0.3
All humectants
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
4
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 7.9 20
4.0
All occlusives
7.9
4.0
3.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
None
Total
0
None
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 0.6 3 No
All antioxidants
0.6
Tocopherol
0.3
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
None
All soothing 0 5 No
All soothing
0
None
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Polybutene
Est. %45
Function
Origin
PolybuteneA petro-based ingredient that thickens and hold products together.
Octyldodecanol
Est. %22
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.
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Est. %11
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.
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-2 TriisostearateAn emollient mixture of glycerin molecules and isostearic fatty acid.
Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) WaxA thick wax obtained from the stems of the Candelilla, or wax plant that is native to Mexico and the southern USA. Its stems are covered in wax to protect the plant from water loss. It is an occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient.
Synthetic Wax
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Synthetic WaxDescription is coming soon
VP/Eicosene Copolymer
Est. %2
Function
Origin
VP/Eicosene CopolymerDescription is coming soon
Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated PolycyclopentadieneDescription is coming soon
Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Ethylene/Propylene CopolymerDescription is coming soon
Silica
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
SilicaA widely used cosmetic ingredient with the same chemical composition as the sand found on beaches. A common function of silica is its ability to control viscosity. In certain chemical forms, it can effectively thicken cream-style products.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Est. %0.3
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.
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.

Undaria Pinnatifida Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Undaria Pinnatifida ExtractAn extract of Wakame, an edible seaweed from Asian countries. It contains a moisturizing and thickening agal polysaccharide called fucoidan.
Polyethylene
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PolyethyleneCommonly used in dense plastic packaging, its primary function in skincare is as a film-forming agent, which protects the product from being easily rinsed away by water or sweat. It also controls viscosity by increasing the thickness of oily products.
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl HydroxyhydrocinnamateAn antioxidant that protects vulnerable ingredients from the damage caused by ultraviolet radiation, which can also lead to the generation of damaging free radical species.
Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) WaxObtained from the leaves of Carnauba wax palm, this occlusive, emollient, and film-forming wax is commonly used in lip products. It is comprised mainly of various wax esters and is one of the hardest and most resistant plant waxes.
Disteardimonium Hectorite
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Disteardimonium HectoriteA clay ingredient that functions primarily as a viscosity controlling agent that thickens all types of formulas. Disteardimonium hectorite imparts a smooth, velvety feel, making it a luxurious addition to any formula.
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polyhydroxystearic AcidA soft and malleable amber wax naturally derived from vegetable sources. It allows minerals to be very finely dispersed, which can improve SPF, decrease the white cast in sunscreens, and increase the color expression in pigmented products.
Dicalcium Phosphate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dicalcium PhosphateDescription is coming soon
Benzyl Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Benzyl AlcoholA multifunctional ingredient that is supplied as a clear, colorless liquid. Its main function is as a flavoring agent and fragrance. It also acts as a broad-spectrum preservative, solvent, and viscosity-controlling agent that thins the product.
Flavor (Aroma)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Flavor (Aroma)Under trade secret law, manufacturers have the right not to disclose what exactly went into the flavor and use the unspecific word 'flavor' instead. Flavor is added to products that have the potential to be consumed, such as lipsticks.
Red 7 Lake (CI 15850)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Red 7 Lake (CI 15850)Description is coming soon
Yellow 6 (CI 15985)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Yellow 6 (CI 15985)A petroleum-derived reddish-yellow dye, also known as Sunset Yellow. It is the third most used pigment in food, cosmetics, and drugs.
Iron Oxides (CI 77492)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Iron Oxides (CI 77492)Also known as iron (III) oxide, this ingredient is a yellow-colored pigment that can either be derived from minerals or produced synthetically. It adds yellow tones to cosmetic products.
Iron Oxides (CI 77499)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Iron Oxides (CI 77499)A black colorant also known as black iron oxide used in a wide range of skincare products.