innisfree Soft Lip Balm with Green Tea Review

innisfree Soft Lip Balm with Green Tea
5.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
0.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Ingredients

innisfree Soft Lip Balm with Green Tea Ingredients

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Full Ingredient List (INCI):

Phytosteryl Isostearyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Squalane, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Wax, Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Hydrogenated Castor Oil Dimer Dilinoleate, Sucrose Tetrastearate Triacetate, Oleic/Linoleic/Linolenic Polyglycerides, Camellia Sinensis Leaf, Beeswax
Review

Does innisfree Soft Lip Balm with Green Tea Work?

 
According to CreamScan's analysis of the ingredient list, here’s what innisfree Soft Lip Balm with Green Tea has to offer:
 
✅ Strong occlusive moisturizing. This exceptionally occlusive moisturizer, ideal for dry and very dry skin, has a moderate moisturizing rating of 5.0 out of 10, impaired by the absence of humectants.

  

Key Benefits of innisfree Soft Lip Balm with Green Tea

 
These are the key benefits you can expect from using innisfree Soft Lip Balm with Green Tea:
 

🔵🔵🔵 Exceptionally Rich Moisturizer with the Right Occlusivity for Very Dry Skin

According to CreamScan analysis, innisfree Soft Lip Balm with Green Tea is quite moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 5.0 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? It is purely occlusive. It has zero Humectancy (we didn't find any humectant ingredients on the ingredient list) and a maximum Occlusivity of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Phytosteryl Isostearyl Dimer Dilinoleate (est. ≈50.0%), Squalane (est. ≈22.0%) and Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil (est. ≈11.0%).

This type of product, when used as a standalone moisturizer, can deliver an exceptional level of occlusive hydration that is adequate for dry to very skin. The occlusive profile of innisfree Soft Lip Balm with Green Tea suggests a rich, thick texture, making it perfectly suited for dry skin.

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

📌 Please note that this is not a complete list of benefits. We are in the process of enhancing our model to incorporate anti-pigmentation, exfoliation and anti-acne ratings.

Things to Be Aware Of: innisfree Soft Lip Balm with Green Tea

 
CreamScan identified a few things to consider before adding innisfree Soft Lip Balm with Green Tea to your skincare routine:
 

⚠️ Best for Very Dry Skin - May Be Too Thick for Other Skin Types

With exceptional occlusivity, this product is optimal for moisturizing dry and very dry skin but may be too thick for other skin types, including normal, and especially combination and oily skin.

If you have oily, combination, or normal skin and are considering purchasing this product for the first time, it might be a good idea to try a sample before buying.

⚠️ Needs to Be Paired with Extra Humectants for Optimal Moisturizing Efficacy

An ideal moisturizer for any skin type should balance the right level of occlusivity (depending on skin type) with a significant amount of humectants, while innisfree Soft Lip Balm with Green Tea contains no humectants at all.

People with dry skin would definitely benefit from adding water-binding humectants to their moisturizing routine for effective dual-action moisturizing. If this is your only moisturizer, it may be worth including a humectant-rich product, such as a serum, in your skincare routine.

Pros & Cons of innisfree Soft Lip Balm with Green Tea

 
Here’s an overview of the pros and cons of innisfree Soft Lip Balm with Green Tea to help you decide if it’s the right choice for your skincare routine:
 

🟩 Pros:

Exceptionally rich moisturizer with the right level of occlusivity to moisturize dry to very dry skin
 

⭕ Cons: 

⚠️ May feel too rich and thick on skin types other than dry
⚠️ Only if used as a standalone moisturizer - needs to be paired with extra humectants for optimal moisturizing efficacy
   

Summary: innisfree Soft Lip Balm with Green Tea

 
Based on the ingredient list analysis, CreamScan AI suggests that innisfree Soft Lip Balm with Green Tea
, as a moisturizer, provides an exceptional level of occlusive hydration that is adequate for dry to very skin, delivered in a rich, thick texture.
 
That said, there are some things about innisfree Soft Lip Balm with Green Tea worth noting.
 
With its high occlusivity, innisfree Soft Lip Balm with Green Tea is ideal for dry skin but may feel too thick on other skin types. If you have oily, combination, or normal skin, it’s a good idea to try a sample before purchasing.
 
If you use this product as your only moisturizer in a routine, please note that it doesn’t contain any humectants. Regardless of your skin type, humectants are vital for optimal moisturizing efficacy. Therefore, pairing innisfree Soft Lip Balm with Green Tea with a humectant-rich product, such as a serum, can be highly beneficial for your skincare routine.
 
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Ingredient Breakdown

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
50
22
11
6
4
3
2
1.5
1
0.3
Est. %
Phytosteryl Isostearyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Function:
Origin:
Squalane
Function:
Origin:
Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil
Function:
Origin:
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Wax
Function:
Origin:
Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Function:
Origin:
Hydrogenated Castor Oil Dimer Dilinoleate
Function:
Origin:
Sucrose Tetrastearate Triacetate
Function:
Origin:
Oleic/Linoleic/Linolenic Polyglycerides
Function:
Origin:
Camellia Sinensis Leaf
Function:
Origin:
Beeswax
Function:
Origin:

Ratings

All humectants
0.0
None
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
93.3
50.0
22.0
11.0
6.0
4.0
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 0.0 10
0.0
None
Occlusivity All occlusives 93.3 20
10.0
50.0
22.0
11.0
6.0
4.0
0.3
Moisturizing rating
5.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
None
All humectants 0.0 10
0.0
All humectants
0.0
None
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
50
22
11
6
4
0.3
All occlusives 93.3 20
10.0
All occlusives
93.3
50.0
22.0
11.0
6.0
4.0
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
None
All antioxidants 0 3 No
All antioxidants
0
None
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
None
All soothing 0 5 No
All soothing
0
None
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Phytosteryl Isostearyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Est. %50
Function
Origin
Phytosteryl Isostearyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Squalane
Est. %22
Function
Origin
SqualaneAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient compound that forms part of the skin’s sebum. The main source of squalane had always been shark liver. Now, however, it is manufactured synthetically or derived from plant oils, such as olive and peanut oil.
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.
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Wax
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed WaxA solid wax obtained during the refining of crude sunflower oil. The majority of the wax comes from the shells, or hulls, of the sunflower seeds. It is used in skincare as an emollient and occlusive moisturizer, helping to prevent water loss from the skin.
Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Hydrogenated Castor Oil Dimer Dilinoleate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated Castor Oil Dimer Dilinoleate

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Sucrose Tetrastearate Triacetate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Sucrose Tetrastearate Triacetate
Oleic/Linoleic/Linolenic Polyglycerides
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Oleic/Linoleic/Linolenic PolyglyceridesAn ingredient that is made up of emollient and occlusive moisturizing fatty acid triglycerides.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Camellia Sinensis Leaf
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.