Uriage Bariederm Cica-Lips Protecting Balm

Uriage Bariederm Cica-Lips Protecting Balm
7.4
/ 10
Moisturizing
4.8 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity

Review

Results you may expect from using Uriage Bariederm Cica-Lips Protecting Balm:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Uriage Bariederm Cica-Lips Protecting Balm:

  • Significant moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 7.4 out of 10.

How moisturizing is it?

Highly moisturizing: Uriage Bariederm Cica-Lips Protecting Balm has a moisturizing rating of 7.4 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more occlusive. It has a moderate humectancy of 4.8 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Triacontanyl PVP (est. ≈3.0%), and a maximum occlusivity of 10 out of 10, mainly due to the high content of Mineral Oil (est. ≈45.0%) and Microcrystalline Wax (est. ≈22.0%).

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

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
45
Mineral Oil
22
Microcrystalline Wax
11
Paraffin
6
Hydrogenated Polydecene
4
Dimethicone
3
Triacontanyl PVP
2
Dipentaerythrityl Tetrahydroxystearate/Tetraisostearate
1.5
Glycerin
1
Squalane
0.3
Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Sterols
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Synthetic Wax
0.3
Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer
0.3
Polyethylene
0.3
Polyquaternium-61
0.3
Salicylic Acid
Est. %
Mineral Oil
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Microcrystalline Wax
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Hydrogenated Polydecene
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Dimethicone
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Triacontanyl PVP
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Dipentaerythrityl Tetrahydroxystearate/Tetraisostearate
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Glycerin
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Squalane
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Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Sterols
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Tocopheryl Acetate
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Synthetic Wax
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Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer
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Polyethylene
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Polyquaternium-61
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Salicylic Acid
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Ratings

All humectants
4.8
3
1.5
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
85.3
45.0
22.0
11.0
4.0
2.0
1.0
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
7.4
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 4.8 10
4.8
3
1.5
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 85.3 20
10.0
45.0
22.0
11.0
4.0
2.0
1.0
0.3
Moisturizing rating
7.4
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
3
1.5
0.3
All humectants 4.8 10
4.8
All humectants
4.8
3
1.5
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
45
22
11
4
2
1
0.3
All occlusives 85.3 20
10.0
All occlusives
85.3
45.0
22.0
11.0
4.0
2.0
1.0
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
All antioxidants 0.3 3 No
All antioxidants
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
All soothing 0.3 5 No
All soothing
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Mineral Oil
Est. %45
Function
Origin
Mineral OilAlso known as liquid paraffin, it is an amazing moisturizer (the second most occlusive one after Petrolatum). It is also an excellent emollient that fills the micro-cracks on the surface of the skin, making it appear smoother. Mineral oil is considered safe.
Microcrystalline Wax
Est. %22
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.
Paraffin
Est. %11
Function
Origin
ParaffinParaffin is a petroleum-based, very oily, emollient and extremely occlusive mixture of purified hydrocarbons, also known as mineral oil. Depending on the molecule's size, it can either be a liquid, a solid, or anything in between. To learn more about liquid paraffin and its effects on our skin, read here.
Hydrogenated Polydecene
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated PolydeceneA clear, colorless, highly viscous liquid that commonly serves as an emollient. This rich emollient is on the heavier side but provides a smooth sensorial profile upon application.
Dimethicone
Est. %4
Function
Origin
DimethiconeThe most common silicone in skincare. It forms a silky, smooth film on the skin’s surface and can help to prevent water loss. It also aids in wound healing and can treat and soften scars. Dimethicone is considered to be very safe for use.
Triacontanyl PVP
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Triacontanyl PVPDescription is coming soon
Dipentaerythrityl Tetrahydroxystearate/Tetraisostearate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Dipentaerythrityl Tetrahydroxystearate/TetraisostearateDescription is coming soon
Glycerin
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Squalane
Est. %1
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.
Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Sterols
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) SterolsBrassica campestris sterols are a mixture of sterols (fat-like compounds) obtained from rapeseed oil. They are used as an emollient additive to the oil base of a cosmetic product. Read more about rapeseed oil here: Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Seed Oil.
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.

Synthetic Wax
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Synthetic WaxDescription is coming soon
Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ethylene/Propylene CopolymerDescription is coming soon
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.
Polyquaternium-61
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polyquaternium-61Description is coming soon
Salicylic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Salicylic AcidThis effective peeling and anti-inflammatory BHA is used as an anti-acne agent and works by breaking down the junctions between dead skin cells. This results in the peeling of dead skin and the unclogging of pores.