Mixsoon Bean Stick Balm

Mixsoon Bean Stick Balm
5.2
/ 10
Moisturizing
0.3 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants

Review

Results you may expect from using Mixsoon Bean Stick Balm:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Mixsoon Bean Stick Balm:

  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 5.2 out of 10.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Quite moisturizing: Mixsoon Bean Stick Balm has 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%), Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter (est. ≈6.0%) and Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax (est. ≈4.0%).

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

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, Mixsoon Bean Stick Balm has a zero anti-wrinkle rating.

It contains Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract and Lactobacillus Ferment, two ingredients 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. 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, 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.

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that Mixsoon Bean Stick Balm is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Tocopheryl Acetate (est. ≈1.0%), Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil (est. ≈0.3%), Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract (est. ≈0.3%), and others.

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.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
40
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
22
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
11
Octyldodecanol
6
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
4
Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax
3
Microcrystalline Wax
2
Diisostearyl Malate
1.5
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
1
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil
0.3
Macadamia Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters Behenate
0.3
Synthetic Wax
0.3
Polyethylene
0.3
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
0.3
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
0.3
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
0.3
Sorbitan Olivate
0.3
Eclipta Prostrata Extract
0.3
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
0.3
Monascus Extract
0.3
Lactobacillus/Punica Granatum Fruit Ferment Extract
0.3
Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
0.3
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil
0.3
Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil
0.3
Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
0.3
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
0.3
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
0.3
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
0.3
Bisabolol
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
0.3
Water
0.3
1,2-Hexanediol
0.3
Lactobacillus/Acerola Cherry Ferment
0.3
Lactobacillus Ferment
0.3
Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
0.3
Lactococcus Ferment
0.3
Lactococcus Ferment Lysate
0.3
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
0.3
Bifida Ferment Filtrate
0.3
Dehydroacetic Acid
Est. %
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
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Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
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Octyldodecanol
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Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
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Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax
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Microcrystalline Wax
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Diisostearyl Malate
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Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
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Tocopheryl Acetate
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Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil
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Macadamia Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters Behenate
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Synthetic Wax
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Polyethylene
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Polymethylsilsesquioxane
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Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
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Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
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Sorbitan Olivate
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Eclipta Prostrata Extract
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Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
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Monascus Extract
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Lactobacillus/Punica Granatum Fruit Ferment Extract
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Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
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Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil
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Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil
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Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
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Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
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Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
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Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
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Bisabolol
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Tocopherol
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Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
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Water
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1,2-Hexanediol
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Lactobacillus/Acerola Cherry Ferment
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Lactobacillus Ferment
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Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
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Lactococcus Ferment
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Lactococcus Ferment Lysate
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Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
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Bifida Ferment Filtrate
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Dehydroacetic Acid
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Ratings

All humectants
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
57.5
40.0
6.0
4.0
3.0
1.5
0.3
0.3
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 57.5 20
10.0
40.0
6.0
4.0
3.0
1.5
0.3
0.3
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
6
4
3
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 57.5 20
10.0
All occlusives
57.5
40.0
6.0
4.0
3.0
1.5
0.3
0.3
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
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Lactobacillus Ferment
-
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
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 3.1 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
3.1
Tocopheryl Acetate
1
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
0.3
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
0.3
Lactobacillus/Punica Granatum Fruit Ferment Extract
0.3
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
0.3
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All soothing 1.5 5 No
All soothing
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
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.
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Est. %22
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-2 TriisostearateAn emollient mixture of glycerin molecules and isostearic fatty acid.
Octyldodecanol
Est. %11
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.
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
Est. %6
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.
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.
Microcrystalline Wax
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Microcrystalline WaxA white, highly purified, solid substance consisting of petroleum hydrocarbons. It is used in skincare as a strong occlusive and emollient similar to Petrolatum, and also as a formula helper that thickens and stabilizes the product.
Diisostearyl Malate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Diisostearyl MalateAn emollient ester that softens the skin and keeps it feeling smooth. It is characterized by a cushiony feel and glossy sheen, which is why it is frequently used in lip products.
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) OilAn emollient and occlusive oil derived from sweet almonds. It has a favorable fatty acid composition (mainly oleic and linoleic acids), and a high content of vitamin E. Almond oil is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Tocopheryl Acetate
Est. %1
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.

Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
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.
Macadamia Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters Behenate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Macadamia Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters Behenate
Synthetic Wax
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Synthetic Wax
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.
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PolymethylsilsesquioxaneA type of spherical powder that functions on a ball-bearing effect in which the tiny microspheres roll around on the skin and create lubricity. Polymethylsilsesquioxane offers extra slip to skincare products and makes the skin feel soft and smooth.
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
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.
Sorbitan Olivate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sorbitan OlivateAn ester of sorbitol (a type of sugar alcohol) and olive oil fatty acids. It is used as an emulsifying agent to stabilize oil droplets in water (or vice versa).
Eclipta Prostrata Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Eclipta Prostrata ExtractA soothing extract of false daisy that contains a variety of active anti-inflammatory phytochemicals such as flavonoids, terpenes, phytosterols, and special compounds called thiopenes.
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Melia Azadirachta Leaf ExtractAn antimicrobial and antioxidant extract derived from Neem leaves – an Indian traditional medicine. Neem leaves have been found to possess antibacterial and antifungal activity. It is also a prospective anti-wrinkle ingredient.
Monascus Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Monascus Extract
Lactobacillus/Punica Granatum Fruit Ferment Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lactobacillus/Punica Granatum Fruit Ferment ExtractPomegranate juice that has been fermented by Lactobacillus bacteria. It is reported to be able to promote the creation of moisturizing hyaluronic acid.
Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment ExtractA biotechnological ingredient that is essentially soy milk fermented with lactic acid bacteria. It may help to treat skin pigmentation but more research is needed to support this claim.
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil
Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Camellia Sinensis Seed OilAn occlusive fatty oil extracted from the seeds of the tea bush that contains emollient oleic and linoleic acids, as well as vitamin E.
Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Camellia Japonica Seed OilExtracted from the seeds of the common camellia, this fatty oil contains emollient and occlusive moisturizing oleic and linoleic acids, as well as vitamin E.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Argania Spinosa Kernel OilA fatty oil from Moroccan argan tree kernels commonly used as an occlusive moisturizer and emollient. Its uniqueness comes from its compounds: vitamin E, phospholipids, phenolic compounds, and rare phytosterols with antioxidant and emollient effects.
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
Est. %0.3
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.

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.
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.
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.

Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Moringa Oleifera Seed OilAn oil obtained from the seeds of Moringa oleifera, a fast-growing bush native to Northern India and the sub-Himalayan regions. It contains mainly oleic acid, as well as many additional anti-inflammatory compounds and high levels of vitamin E.
Water
Est. %0.3
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.
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.
Lactobacillus/Acerola Cherry Ferment
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lactobacillus/Acerola Cherry Ferment
Lactobacillus Ferment
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lactobacillus FermentA biotechnological product – a mixture of metabolic products of Lactobacillus culture. Some Lactobacillus forms have been reported to have anti-wrinkle and barrier repairing effects, as well as able to improve skin hydration, elasticity, and gloss.
Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
Lactococcus Ferment
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lactococcus Ferment
Lactococcus Ferment Lysate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lactococcus Ferment LysateA relatively new probiotic ingredient. Various patents claim its moisturizing properties and in one study it was shown to improve skin barrier function.
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment FiltrateA biotechnological fermentation ingredient that is created by feeding radish root to Leuconostoc kimchii. It allegedly contains organic acids and a mixture of peptides known as bacteriocins – which have antimicrobial activity.
Bifida Ferment Filtrate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Bifida Ferment Filtrate
Dehydroacetic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dehydroacetic AcidA globally approved preservative ingredient. It is a powerful fungicide and a moderate bactericide, which makes it a broad-spectrum preservative. Because it is mildly effective against bacteria, it is often paired with stronger bactericides.