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The Derma Co
1% Kojic Acid Lip Balm with Alpha Arbutin & Hyaluronic Acid with SPF 50
A lip care built around Chemical sunscreen and Vitamin E, for barrier repair and smoothing.
Brand price
INR 349.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
From the brand
What the brand says about this product. Our ingredient analysis follows below.
The brand recommends it for
- Dark spots & pigmentation
- Dryness & dehydration
How to use
Step 1 Glide the lip balm on your lips Step 2 Smack your lips for an even application Step 3 Use it twice a day for best results.
Caution
1. The product contains natural ingredients & may change color and fragrance, without losing effectiveness. 2. Even natural ingredients can cause and trigger existing allergies. A patch test is recommended. 3. In case of any rashes or allergy, please consult a specialist. 4. All images shown are for illustration purpose only, actual results may vary. 5. For external use only. Store in a cool & dry place.
What's inside
Ingredients List
19 trigger at least one check · 17 trigger none
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Chemical sunscreen
- Reef-unsafe UV filter
- Sunscreen
- Sun Protection
- Plant oils and butters (coconut, olive, shea)
- Plant or mineral oil
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
- May Worsen Oily Skin
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Plant oils and butters (coconut, olive, shea)
- Plant or mineral oil
- Barrier Repair
- May Worsen Oily Skin
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Key Ingredients
Chemical sunscreen2
Organic UV filters that absorb UV and release it as heat.
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
Sunscreen2
Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
Peptides2
Short amino-acid chains used as signalling actives.
Benefits
Hydrating7
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Petrolatum, Phenyl Trimethicone, Propylene Glycol, Stearic Acid
Barrier Repair16
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Kojic Dipalmitate, Niacinamide, Petrolatum, Phenyl Trimethicone, Propylene Glycol, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Stearic Acid, Stearyl Stearate, Synthetic Wax, Triisostearoyl Polyglyceryl-3 Dimer Dilinoleate, Tripeptide-1
Anti-Aging3
Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Copper Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Firming3
Supports elasticity and bounce.
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Copper Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Smoothing9
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Kojic Dipalmitate, Niacinamide, Petrolatum, Stearyl Stearate, Triisostearoyl Polyglyceryl-3 Dimer Dilinoleate
Sun Protection2
Filters UV to help prevent sun damage.
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
Anti-Pollution3
Helps defend against airborne pollutants.
Concerns
May Trigger Acne3
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Stearic Acid
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis15
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Cera Microcristallina, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Jojoba Seed Oil, Kojic Dipalmitate, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Stearic Acid, Stearyl Stearate, Triisostearoyl Polyglyceryl-3 Dimer Dilinoleate
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris3
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Stearic Acid
May Worsen Oily Skin7
May increase shine or excess oil.
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Jojoba Seed Oil, Paraffin, Petrolatum, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Ingredients Explained
Click on any ingredient to learn more about it
Petrolatum
Antistatic, Emollient
Petrolatum is an oil.
Learn more about Petrolatum →Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
Skin Conditioning, Emollient, Viscosity Controlling
Propene, 2-methyl-, homopolymer
Learn more about Hydrogenated Polyisobutene →PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Cleansing, Emulsifying
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil →Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
Light Stabilizer, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is a UV filter banned by Palau over coral-reef concerns.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate →Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Skin Conditioning, Emollient
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil →C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial, Skin Conditioning, Emollient
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate →Cera Microcristallina
Binding, Emulsion Stabilising, Opacifying, Viscosity Controlling
Cera Microcristallina isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Cera Microcristallina →Ozokerite
Binding, Emulsion Stabilising, Opacifying, Viscosity Controlling
Hydrocarbon waxes (petroleum), chemically neutralized. A complex combination of hydrocarbons produced by a treating process to remove acidic materials. It consists predominantly of saturated straight chain hydrocarbons having carbon numbers predominantly in the range of C20 through C50
Learn more about Ozokerite →Triisostearoyl Polyglyceryl-3 Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin Conditioning, Emollient
Triisostearoyl Polyglyceryl-3 Dimer Dilinoleate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Triisostearoyl Polyglyceryl-3 Dimer Dilinoleate →Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Fragrance, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Ricinus Communis Seed Oil →
Dupes
- The Derma Co 1% Vitamin C Brightening Lip Balm85% match
- Dot & Key Meltie Lip Balm In-Vivo Tested SPF 50+ PA+++64% match