Little Dream Garden Essential Oil Lip Balm Rose Review

Little Dream Garden Essential Oil Lip Balm Rose
5.2
/ 10
Moisturizing
0.3 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants
Ingredients

Little Dream Garden Essential Oil Lip Balm Rose Ingredients

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Full Ingredient List (INCI):

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Synthetic Wax, Beeswax, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, C10-18 Triglycerides, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Squalane, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Fragrance, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol, BHT, 1,2-Hexanediol, Osmanthus Fragrans Flower Extract, Michelia Alba Flower Oil, Michelia Alba Leaf Oil, Rosa Rugosa Flower Oil, Stearyl Alcohol, Ceramide NP, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Bixa Orellana Seed Oil, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Acetyl Beta-Boswellic Acid, Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Trihydroxystearin, Glyceryl Dioleate, Phenoxyethanol
Review

Does Little Dream Garden Essential Oil Lip Balm Rose Work?

 
According to CreamScan's analysis of the ingredient list, here’s what Little Dream Garden Essential Oil Lip Balm Rose has to offer:
 
✅ Strong occlusive moisturizing. This exceptionally occlusive moisturizer, ideal for dry and very dry skin, has a moderate moisturizing rating of 5.2 out of 10, impaired by the lack of humectants.
✅ Antioxidant protection

  

Key Benefits of Little Dream Garden Essential Oil Lip Balm Rose

 
These are the key benefits you can expect from using Little Dream Garden Essential Oil Lip Balm Rose:
 

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

According to CreamScan analysis, Little Dream Garden Essential Oil Lip Balm Rose is quite moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 5.2 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more occlusive. It has a low Humectancy of 0.3 out of 10 and a maximum Occlusivity of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (est. ≈40.0%), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (est. ≈22.0%) and Synthetic Wax (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 Little Dream Garden Essential Oil Lip Balm Rose 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.

🍀 Rich in Skin-Protecting Antioxidants

We estimate that Little Dream Garden Essential Oil Lip Balm Rose is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil (est. ≈4.0%).

A key benefit of antioxidants is their ability to reduce oxidative stress caused by free radicals and therefore prevent accelerated skin aging. Studies also show that antioxidants can protect against environmental damage such as UV radiation and pollution, and help reduce inflammation and skin redness.

📌 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: Little Dream Garden Essential Oil Lip Balm Rose

 
CreamScan identified a few things to consider before adding Little Dream Garden Essential Oil Lip Balm Rose 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 Little Dream Garden Essential Oil Lip Balm Rose contains a low level of humectants.

People with dry skin would definitely benefit from adding more humectants to their moisturizing routine beyond what this product offers. If this is your only moisturizer, it may be worth including a humectant-rich product, such as a serum, in your skincare routine.

⚠️ Questionable anti-wrinkle efficacy

If one of your main reasons for choosing Little Dream Garden Essential Oil Lip Balm Rose is its potential anti-aging effects, please note that, according to CreamScan analysis, it currently has a zero anti-wrinkle rating.

It contains Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate and Ascorbyl Palmitate, two ingredients often marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of these ingredients provide insufficient evidence of efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards.

While this does not categorically rule out the possibility that these ingredients may reduce wrinkles, their efficacy is not supported by convincing, vehicle-controlled, double-blind clinical studies - at least none that were available to the CreamScan team at the time of publication.

Therefore, these ingredients do 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, can deliver some anti-wrinkle effects through its moisturizing action.

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

Pros & Cons of Little Dream Garden Essential Oil Lip Balm Rose

 
Here’s an overview of the pros and cons of Little Dream Garden Essential Oil Lip Balm Rose 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
✅ Rich in antioxidants that combat oxidative stress associated with accelerated skin aging and defend against environmental damage
 

⭕ 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
⚠️ Questionable anti-wrinkle efficacy
   

Summary: Little Dream Garden Essential Oil Lip Balm Rose

 
Based on the ingredient list analysis, CreamScan AI suggests that Little Dream Garden Essential Oil Lip Balm Rose
, as a moisturizer, provides an exceptional level of occlusive hydration that is adequate for dry to very skin, delivered in a rich, thick texture.
 
With its high antioxidant content, Little Dream Garden Essential Oil Lip Balm Rose helps protect against free radical damage and offers multiple benefits for all skin types, including preventing premature aging, defending against environmental damage, and calming inflammation.
 
That said, there are some things about Little Dream Garden Essential Oil Lip Balm Rose worth noting.
 
With its high occlusivity, Little Dream Garden Essential Oil Lip Balm Rose 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 contains only a small amount of humectants. Regardless of your skin type, adding extra humectants can enhance optimal moisturizing efficacy. Therefore, it may be worth pairing Little Dream Garden Essential Oil Lip Balm Rose with a humectant-rich product, such as a serum, in your skincare routine.
 
If one of your main reasons for considering Little Dream Garden Essential Oil Lip Balm Rose is its potential anti-aging effects, please note that, according to CreamScan analysis, its anti-wrinkle efficacy is questionable. None of the ingredients in this product provide substantial evidence of their anti-wrinkle efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards.
 
📌 Fact check. At CreamScan, we are committed to accuracy and fairness. If you spot any errors or something that doesn’t seem right, please click here to let us know. We regularly update the ingredient lists and monitor the latest research on ingredient efficacy to ensure that our information remains as complete and precise as possible. The information provided here is for informational purposes only and does not substitute professional advice. We do not guarantee the efficacy or safety of any product, as individual results may vary.

 

Ingredient Breakdown

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
40
22
11
6
4
3
2
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Function:
Origin:
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Function:
Origin:
Synthetic Wax
Function:
Origin:
Beeswax
Function:
Origin:
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
Function:
Origin:
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
Function:
Origin:
C10-18 Triglycerides
Function:
Origin:
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
Function:
Origin:
Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil
Function:
Origin:
Squalane
Function:
Origin:
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Function:
Origin:
Fragrance
Function:
Origin:
Tocopheryl Acetate
Function:
Origin:
Tocopherol
Function:
Origin:
BHT
Function:
Origin:
1,2-Hexanediol
Function:
Origin:
Osmanthus Fragrans Flower Extract
Function:
Origin:
Michelia Alba Flower Oil
Function:
Origin:
Michelia Alba Leaf Oil
Function:
Origin:
Rosa Rugosa Flower Oil
Function:
Origin:
Stearyl Alcohol
Function:
Origin:
Ceramide NP
Function:
Origin:
Sodium Hyaluronate
Function:
Origin:
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Function:
Origin:
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Function:
Origin:
Bixa Orellana Seed Oil
Function:
Origin:
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil
Function:
Origin:
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
Function:
Origin:
Acetyl Beta-Boswellic Acid
Function:
Origin:
Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
Function:
Origin:
Trihydroxystearin
Function:
Origin:
Glyceryl Dioleate
Function:
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Phenoxyethanol
Function:
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Ratings

All humectants
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
89.9
40.0
22.0
11.0
6.0
4.0
2.0
1.5
1.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.2
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 0.3 10
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 89.9 20
10.0
40.0
22.0
11.0
6.0
4.0
2.0
1.5
1.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
5.2
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
40
22
11
6
4
2
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 89.9 20
10.0
All occlusives
89.9
40.0
22.0
11.0
6.0
4.0
2.0
1.5
1.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
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 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
0
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Ascorbyl Palmitate
-
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
4
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 6.4 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
6.4
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
4
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
BHT
0.3
Sodium Hyaluronate
0.3
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
0.3
Ascorbyl Palmitate
0.3
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil
0.3
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
None
All soothing 0 5 No
All soothing
0
None
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Est. %40
Function
Origin
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed OilA fatty oil expressed from sunflower seeds and one of the most commonly used oils in skincare. It has great emollient and occlusive moisturizing properties. Sunflower oil is one of the richest sources of vitamin E – an important skin antioxidant.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Est. %22
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.
Synthetic Wax
Est. %11
Function
Origin
Synthetic Wax
Beeswax
Est. %6
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.
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil

A famous olive oil widely used in skincare as an emollient and occlusive moisturizer. It contains mainly unsaturated fatty acids, antioxidant flavonoids, and oleuropeins. Olive oil is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.

Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Cetyl EthylhexanoateA clear, pale yellow liquid, that functions as an emollient and a solvent, meaning that it is useful for dissolving oil-soluble ingredients.
C10-18 Triglycerides
Est. %2
Function
Origin
C10-18 TriglyceridesAn occlusive ingredient that helps lock in moisture. It provides a soft, smooth feel and melts at body temperature.
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
Est. %1.5
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.
Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed OilA fatty oil expressed from the seeds of meadowfoam. It is used in skincare as an occlusive moisturizer and emollient that leaves the skin feeling soft and silky after application.
Squalane
Est. %0.3
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.
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed OilA liquid plant wax, also known as Jojoba oil, pressed from the seeds of Simmondsia chinensis. These seeds can contain up to 50% of liquid wax. It is used as an occlusive moisturizer, emollient, and emulsifier.
Fragrance
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
FragranceUnder trade secret law, manufacturers have the right not to disclose what exactly went into the fragrance and use the unspecific word Fragrance or Parfum instead. Many fragrances are highly allergenic.
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.

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.

BHT
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
BHTAn antioxidant ingredient that naturally occurs in green algae and some bacteria or fungi but, for commercial use, is created synthetically. BHT is also used occasionally as a fragrance, where it presents a sweet, camphor-like odor.
1,2-Hexanediol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
1,2-HexanediolA multi-functional formula helper. It is a well-studied preservtive against bacteria and can help pigments and fragrances disperse evenly in a formula.
Osmanthus Fragrans Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Osmanthus Fragrans Flower Extract
Michelia Alba Flower Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Michelia Alba Flower Oil
Michelia Alba Leaf Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Michelia Alba Leaf Oil
Rosa Rugosa Flower Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rosa Rugosa Flower Oil
Stearyl Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Stearyl AlcoholA natural fatty alcohol that thickens, stabilizes, and keeps emulsions a bright white color. It has many uses, the main one being as an emulsifier. It also acts as an opacifying agent and emollient.
Ceramide NP
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ceramide NPAlso known as ceramide 3, it is the most common ceramide in our skin. It helps to restore the skin’s lipid barrier and alleviate the symptoms of dry and cracked skin. Research has shown that skin suffering from conditions such as AD lacks ceramides.
Sodium Hyaluronate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Hyaluronate

A sodium salt of famous hyaluronic acid. A potent humectant that hydrates the skin, supports collagen function, and fills out small wrinkles. Sodium hyaluronate also offers soothing and antioxidant properties.

Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate

Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate (ATIP) is an oil-soluble derivative of ascorbic acid, or vitamin C. It is more stable than ascorbic acid.

Ascorbyl Palmitate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ascorbyl PalmitateA form of vitamin C derived from ascorbic acid and palmitic acid. It is more stable and less irritating than ascorbic acid. Unfortunately, Ascorbyl Palmitate lacks the studies to prove its anti-wrinkle efficacy.
Bixa Orellana Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Bixa Orellana Seed Oil
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycine Soja (Soybean) OilAn occlusive moisturizing oil expressed from soybeans. It does not leave an oily feeling on the skin due to its low content of saturated fatty acids. Glycine soja oil contains emollient fatty acids and a significant amount of antioxidants.
Acetyl Beta-Boswellic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Acetyl Beta-Boswellic Acid
Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl GlutamateAn emollient ingredient that is similar to ceramides in its structure. It provides a smooth and soft feeling to the skin.
Trihydroxystearin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Trihydroxystearin
Glyceryl Dioleate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glyceryl Dioleate
Phenoxyethanol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PhenoxyethanolThe most frequently used preservative in skincare. It is a clear, oil-like liquid synthetic substance that protects products from harmful bacteria and yeast, whilst still leaving skin microflora unharmed. It is confirmed by research to be harmless.