Ulta Lip Quench Hydrating Balm Grapefruit

Ulta Lip Quench Hydrating Balm Grapefruit
5.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
0.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity

Review

Results you may expect from using Ulta Lip Quench Hydrating Balm Grapefruit:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Ulta Lip Quench Hydrating Balm Grapefruit:

  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 5.0 out of 10.

How moisturizing is it?

Quite moisturizing: Ulta Lip Quench Hydrating Balm Grapefruit has 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, due to the high content of Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate (est. ≈50.0%), Microcrystalline Wax (est. ≈6.0%) and Pyrus Malus (Apple) Seed Oil (est. ≈3.0%).

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

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
50
Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
22
Diisostearyl Malate
11
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
6
Microcrystalline Wax
4
Sucrose Tetrastearate Triacetate
3
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Seed Oil
2
Flavor (Aroma)
1.5
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Dehydroacetic Acid
Est. %
Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Function:
Origin:
Diisostearyl Malate
Function:
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Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
Function:
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Microcrystalline Wax
Function:
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Sucrose Tetrastearate Triacetate
Function:
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Pyrus Malus (Apple) Seed Oil
Function:
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Flavor (Aroma)
Function:
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Tocopheryl Acetate
Function:
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Dehydroacetic Acid
Function:
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Ratings

All humectants
0.0
None
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
59.0
50.0
6.0
3.0
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 0.0 10
0.0
None
Occlusivity All occlusives 59.0 20
10.0
50.0
6.0
3.0
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
6
3
All occlusives 59.0 20
10.0
All occlusives
59.0
50.0
6.0
3.0
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
1.5
All antioxidants 1.5 3 No
All antioxidants
1.5
Tocopheryl Acetate
1.5
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
None
All soothing 0 5 No
All soothing
0
None
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Est. %50
Function
Origin
Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer DilinoleateDescription is coming soon
Diisostearyl Malate
Est. %22
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.
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
Est. %11
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated PolyisobuteneA viscous liquid that makes a great oil base due to its smooth sensorial profile. It has emollient features, including good spreadability and little tack upon application. It also has the added benefit of being able to thicken products.
Microcrystalline Wax
Est. %6
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.
Sucrose Tetrastearate Triacetate
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Sucrose Tetrastearate TriacetateDescription is coming soon
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Seed Oil
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Seed OilDescription is coming soon
Flavor (Aroma)
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Flavor (Aroma)Under trade secret law, manufacturers have the right not to disclose what exactly went into the flavor and use the unspecific word 'flavor' instead. Flavor is added to products that have the potential to be consumed, such as lipsticks.
Tocopheryl Acetate
Est. %1.5
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.

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.