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Carmex Moisturising Lip Balm

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Carmex

Moisturising Lip Balm

lip balm · 10 g · Skincare

Carmex Moisturising Lip Balm is free of essential oils, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 15-ingredient list, with salicylic acid, petrolatum and vitamin e. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains fragrance (Aroma) and labelled fragrance allergens (Limonene, Linalool).

  • Contains fragrance
  • No essential oils
  • Contains labelled fragrance allergens
  • No drying alcohol
  • Sulfate-free
  • Silicone-free
  • Paraben-free
  • No MI/MCI

Listed on Amazon in: United Kingdom · Germany · France · Italy · Spain · Netherlands · Poland

Key ingredients in Moisturising Lip Balm

  • Salicylic acid (BHA)

    An oil-soluble exfoliant that clears inside pores.

  • Petrolatum

    The most effective occlusive for locking in moisture.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

15 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

  1. 1PetrolatumA soft, semi-solid mix of refined petroleum hydrocarbons, also called petroleum jelly.…Mineral oil & petrolatum
  2. 2LanolinLanolin
  3. 3Cera AlbaCera Alba is beeswax, a natural wax made by honeybees. It thickens formulas and helps…
  4. 4Cetyl-Esters
  5. 5Paraffinum LiquidumMineral oil is a clear, odorless oil refined from petroleum. It is used mainly to lock…Mineral oil & petrolatum
  6. 6Theobroma Cacao Seed ButterA pale, solid fat pressed from roasted cacao beans. It mainly adds richness and helps…
  7. 7AromaAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance
  8. 8BHTBHT is a synthetic antioxidant that slows down oxidation, the process that makes oils…
  9. 9CamphorCamphor is a waxy white crystal with a strong, sharp scent. In cosmetics it is mainly…
  10. 10MentholMenthol is a cooling compound found naturally in peppermint oil and also made in labs.…
  11. 11Salicylic AcidSalicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid, or BHA, that gently exfoliates skin and helps…
  12. 12TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
  13. 13VanillinVanillin is the main aroma compound of vanilla, used in cosmetics to give a sweet…
  14. 14LimoneneLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a…Labelled fragrance allergens
  15. 15LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/0083078421144, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceContainsAroma (#7)
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsLimonene (#14), Linalool (#15)
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesNone listed—
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumContainsPetrolatum (#1), Paraffinum Liquidum (#5)
LanolinContainsLanolin (#2)
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Carmex Moisturising Lip Balm fragrance-free?

No. Carmex Moisturising Lip Balm contains Aroma (ingredient 7 of 15).

Does Carmex Moisturising Lip Balm contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

What is Carmex Moisturising Lip Balm good for?

By its ingredient list it fits mi allergy, pregnancy, dry skin and dry, cracked hands: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Salicylic acid (BHA), Petrolatum and Vitamin E.

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