Sonya Dakar Blue Butterfly Balm Review

Sonya Dakar Blue Butterfly Balm
6.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
2.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Review

Does Sonya Dakar Blue Butterfly Balm Work?

 
According to CreamScan AI's analysis of the ingredient list, here’s what Sonya Dakar Blue Butterfly Balm has to offer:
 
✅ Significant moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 6.0 out of 10.

  

Key Benefits of Sonya Dakar Blue Butterfly Balm

 
These are the key benefits you can expect from using Sonya Dakar Blue Butterfly Balm:
 

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

According to CreamScan analysis, Sonya Dakar Blue Butterfly Balm is highly moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 6.0 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more occlusive. It has a low Humectancy of 2.0 out of 10 and a maximum Occlusivity of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil (est. ≈22.0%), Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil (est. ≈6.0%) and Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (est. ≈4.0%).

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 Sonya Dakar Blue Butterfly Balm 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 AI model to incorporate anti-pigmentation, exfoliation and anti-acne ratings.

Things to Be Aware Of: Sonya Dakar Blue Butterfly Balm

 
CreamScan AI identified a few things to consider before adding Sonya Dakar Blue Butterfly Balm 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 Sonya Dakar Blue Butterfly Balm contains a relatively 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.

Pros & Cons of Sonya Dakar Blue Butterfly Balm

 
Here’s an overview of the pros and cons of Sonya Dakar Blue Butterfly Balm 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: Sonya Dakar Blue Butterfly Balm

 
Based on the ingredient list analysis, CreamScan AI suggests that Sonya Dakar Blue Butterfly Balm
, 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 Sonya Dakar Blue Butterfly Balm worth noting.
 
With its high occlusivity, Sonya Dakar Blue Butterfly Balm 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 Sonya Dakar Blue Butterfly Balm with a humectant-rich product, such as a serum, in your skincare routine.
 
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Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
45
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
Est. %
Caprylyl Caprylate
Function:
Origin:
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Function:
Origin:
Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax
Function:
Origin:
Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil
Function:
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Function:
Origin:
Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate
Function:
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Pentylene Glycol
Function:
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Clitoria Ternatea Flower Extract
Function:
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Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter
Function:
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Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
Function:
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Glyceryl Stearate
Function:
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Cetyl Alcohol
Function:
Origin:
Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter
Function:
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Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil
Function:
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Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Function:
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Starch
Function:
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Jojoba Esters
Function:
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Boswellia Carterii Oil
Function:
Origin:
Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil
Function:
Origin:
Adansonia Digitata Oil
Function:
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Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Seed Oil
Function:
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Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil
Function:
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Pelargonium Graveolens Oil
Function:
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Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil
Function:
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Tanacetum Annuum Flower Oil
Function:
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Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
Function:
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Tocopheryl Acetate
Function:
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Ratings

All humectants
2.0
2
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
35.7
22.0
6.0
4.0
1.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
6.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 2 10
2.0
2
Occlusivity All occlusives 35.7 20
10.0
22.0
6.0
4.0
1.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
6.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
2
All humectants 2 10
2
All humectants
2.0
2
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
22
6
4
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 35.7 20
10.0
All occlusives
35.7
22.0
6.0
4.0
1.0
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
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
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
0.3
0.3
All soothing 0.9 5 No
All soothing
0.9
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Caprylyl Caprylate
Est. %45
Function
Origin
Caprylyl Caprylate
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Est. %22
Function
Origin
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed OilAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient oil extracted from macadamia nuts. It is clear and pale yellow with a pleasant nutty aroma and contains oleic and palmitoleic fatty acids, tocopherols, phytosterols, squalene, and polyphenols.
Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax
Est. %11
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax
Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil
Est. %6
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.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Est. %4
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.
Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate
Pentylene Glycol
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Pentylene Glycol

A naturally or synthetically derived preservative that exhibits effective antifungal and antibacterial traits. It also acts as a booster for more traditional preservatives. Pentylene glycol can also serve as a moisturizing humectant and solvent.

Clitoria Ternatea Flower Extract
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Clitoria Ternatea Flower Extract
Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed ButterA fat obtained from the kernel of the mango seed. It is a semi-solid, plant-based butter that is used for consumption, and as an emollient and occlusive moisturizer in skincare.
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
Est. %0.3
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 Stearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glyceryl StearateAn emollient and emulsifier typically derived from vegetable sources through a chemical reaction with glycerin. It provides stability, texture, and consistency to formulations. Its main function is to allow oil and water to mix.
Cetyl Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cetyl AlcoholA waxy solid fatty alcohol derived from palm oil. It is most commonly used as a co-emulsifier and affects the final aesthetic of the product, leaving a soft and silky feeling on the skin. Cetyl alcohol is also used as a viscosity controlling agent.
Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed ButterCommonly known as cupuaçu butter, this fatty, emollient, and occlusive ingredient is similar to cocoa butter. It contains fatty acids and is able to emulsify 4x its weight.
Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed OilAn emollient and occlusive fatty oil pressed from flax seeds. It is the richest source of linolenic fatty acid (it contains up to 50% of it) among vegetable oils.
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rosa Canina Fruit OilAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient oil extracted from the little hard seeds inside of the red, fleshy rosehip. It contains mainly emollient fatty acids and a very high amount of antioxidant carotenoids, which give the oil its light orange color.
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Starch
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Starch
Jojoba Esters
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Jojoba EstersA mixture of various wax esters from jojoba oil. It is used in skincare products as a fantastic emollient, soothing, and occlusive moisturizing agent that won't leave a sticky, oily feeling on the skin.
Boswellia Carterii Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Boswellia Carterii Oil
Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) OilAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient fatty oil expressed from the seeds of a yellow-flowered plant which often opens its flowers in the evening (hence the name). It is light and suitable for problematic, eczematous, and inflammation-prone skin.
Adansonia Digitata Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Adansonia Digitata Oil
Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Seed OilA fatty oil derived from watermelon seeds that contains a good amount of occlusive moisturizing and emollient linoleic acid, followed by oleic and palmitic acids.
Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sclerocarya Birrea Seed OilA famous but not well enough researched emollient fatty oil from the seeds of Marula fruits. It contains fatty acids and a lot of antioxidant and emollient phytosterols.
Pelargonium Graveolens Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pelargonium Graveolens OilA fragrant essential oil with a rose-like scent obtained from the leaves of rose geranium. It is sometimes added to a more expensive rose oil in order to produce larger volumes.
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) OilAn essential oil derived from common, or true, lavender. It is used in skincare for its lovely, calming scent. Like all essential oils, however, it may cause a contact skin allergy in more sensitive individuals.
Tanacetum Annuum Flower Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tanacetum Annuum Flower Oil
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf ExtractA soothing and astringent extract derived from the fragrant, spicy leaves of rosemary. It has strong antioxidant properties. Rosemary extract can reduce signs of inflammation and also acts as an emollient and antimicrobial agent.
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.