Mama Butter Lip Treatment Review

Mama Butter Lip Treatment
5.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
0.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants
Review

Does Mama Butter Lip Treatment Work?

 
According to CreamScan AI's analysis of the ingredient list, here’s what Mama Butter Lip Treatment 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.
  • Antioxidant protection.

Key Benefits of Mama Butter Lip Treatment

 
These are the key benefits you can expect from using Mama Butter Lip Treatment:
 

Very Rich Moisturizer with the Right Occlusivity for Very Dry Skin

According to CreamScan analysis, Mama Butter Lip Treatment 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 Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil (est. ≈50.0%) and Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter (est. ≈22.0%).

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 Mama Butter Lip Treatment 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 Mama Butter Lip Treatment is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil (est. ≈50.0%).

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 AI model to incorporate anti-pigmentation, exfoliation and anti-acne ratings.

Things to Be Aware Of: Mama Butter Lip Treatment

 
CreamScan AI identified a few things to consider before adding Mama Butter Lip Treatment 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 Mama Butter Lip Treatment 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 Mama Butter Lip Treatment

 
Here’s an overview of the pros and cons of Mama Butter Lip Treatment to help you decide if it’s the right choice for your skincare routine:
 

Pros:

  • Provides 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
  • Ideally needs to be paired with extra humectants for optimal moisturizing efficacy

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
50
22
11
6
2.5
2.4
2
1.5
1
Est. %
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
Function:
Origin:
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
Function:
Origin:
Glyceryl/Polyglyceryl-6 Isostearate/Behenate Esters
Function:
Origin:
Dextrin Palmitate
Function:
Origin:
Glyceryl Behenate
Function:
Origin:
Glyceryl Caprate
Function:
Origin:
Polyglyceryl-2 Laurate
Function:
Origin:
Tocopherol
Function:
Origin:
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Function:
Origin:

Ratings

All humectants
0.0
None
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
73.5
50.0
22.0
1.5
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 0.0 10
0.0
None
Occlusivity All occlusives 73.5 20
10.0
50.0
22.0
1.5
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
1.5
All occlusives 73.5 20
10.0
All occlusives
73.5
50.0
22.0
1.5
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
50
1.5
All antioxidants 51.5 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
51.5
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
50
Tocopherol
1.5
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
None
All soothing 0 5 No
All soothing
0
None
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
Est. %50
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.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
Est. %22
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.
Glyceryl/Polyglyceryl-6 Isostearate/Behenate Esters
Est. %11
Function
Origin
Glyceryl/Polyglyceryl-6 Isostearate/Behenate Esters
Dextrin Palmitate
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Dextrin Palmitate
Glyceryl Behenate
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Glyceryl BehenateA naturally-derived or synthetically produced emollient that can help create oil gels. It provides a soft feeling to the skin, improving product spread and reducing tackiness.
Glyceryl Caprate
Est. %2.4
Function
Origin
Glyceryl Caprate
Polyglyceryl-2 Laurate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-2 Laurate
Tocopherol
Est. %1.5
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.

Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-10 LaurateA vegetable glycerin or synthetically produced emulsifier and gentle cleansing agent. It won't leave skin feeling tight or dry when used to cleanse.