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Farmacy LIP SMOOTHIE for acne-prone skin

Farmacy LIP SMOOTHIE
  • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
  • Diisostearyl Malate
  • Mangifera Indica Seedbutter

Caution

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A poor match for acne-prone skin; the products alongside fit it better.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with acne-prone skin: breakouts, blackheads, and post-acne marks. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.

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Lovi Assistant explains

  • Offers moderate exfoliation for your acne and blemishes due to lactic acid, which provides mild chemical exfoliation, but it lacks sufficient humectants for your combination skin's drier areas.
  • Caprylic Capric Triglyceride and Shea Butter offer moderate moisturizing and smoothing benefits for your lips.

People Say

★4.7Overall rating based on 1.8k+ reviews

Based on a very large amount of data, this lip treatment is frequently praised for its delightful scents and non-sticky, glossy finish, making it a popular choice for daily hydration and smoothing fine lines on normal to slightly dry lips. However, some users with severely dry or cracked lips find it may not provide sufficient long-lasting moisture.

Highlights

  • Non-sticky texture Often Mentioned
    • “Not sticky or sloppy.”
    • “Feels silky, not sticky.”
    • “Melts instantly... without any stickiness.”
  • Pleasant scents Often Mentioned
    • “Love the smell/taste!”
    • “Delightful honey vanilla scent.”
    • “If heaven were a lip balm, it would smell like apples.”
    • “Subtle, delicious scent.”
  • High-shine finish Sometimes Noted
    • “Leaves a glossy finish to your pout.”
    • “High-gloss finish.”
    • “Beautiful, subtle sheen.”
  • Smooths lip lines Sometimes Noted
    • “Visibly smooths the look of lines.”
    • “Fine lines... are definitely less noticeable.”
    • “Does a really good job at giving you sort of a slightly larger lip effect.”
  • Not enough moisture Sometimes Noted
    • “Not as nourishing as most of the other ones I have tried.”
    • “May not provide enough hydration for extremely dry lips.”
    • “Doesn't keep my lips moisturized for a long time.”
    • “Didn't work well to hold in or supply moisture.”
  • Jar packaging Rarely Noted
    • “I wish it came with an applicator.”
    • “Refuse to have to go find a sink to wash my hands every time.”
  • Needs reapplication Rarely Noted
    • “I need to reapply continuously.”
    • “It lasts about an hour on.”

Sources: lovi.care, cultbeauty.com, walmart.com, target.com, farmacybeauty.com, sephora.hk, and more

Questions and answers

Why does Lovi advise caution with Farmacy Lip Smoothie for acne-prone skin?

Lovi advises caution because this balm lacks enough moisture-attracting ingredients for the drier areas of your skin, even though it provides mild exfoliation. A lip balm for acne-prone skin needs nourishing hydrators and soothing extracts that support balance without causing irritation.

Which ingredients make this lip balm a poor fit for acne-prone skin?

This lip balm is a poor match for acne-prone skin because it relies on heavy butters and oils that may clog pores, while lacking enough water-attracting ingredients to properly hydrate drier areas. A product of this type needs soothing, non-clogging hydrators and blemish-clearing ingredients that balance oily and dry zones without causing irritation.

What does Hydrogenated Polyisobutene do for acne-prone skin?

Hydrogenated Polyisobutene helps lock in moisture and keeps your skin soft without feeling heavy. For acne-prone skin, a product of this type needs to be lightweight and non-clogging to keep pores clear.

What does Diisostearyl Malate do for acne-prone skin?

Diisostearyl Malate helps make skin feel soft and smooth while spreading easily in lotions and make-up without feeling heavy. It is unlikely to clog pores, but acne-prone skin still needs ingredients that calm redness and balance oil.

Where does this lip balm go in a skincare routine for acne-prone skin?

This lip balm is a makeup lip balm that fits poorly on acne-prone skin because it lacks enough hydrating ingredients for dry areas. A product of this type needs soothing plant butters, light nourishing oils, and gentle moisture-locking ingredients to keep this skin soft and smooth.

Can I use it with retinol, and in what order?

You should use caution when applying this lip balm alongside retinol, as it may cause unwanted skin irritation on acne-prone areas. If you choose to use both, apply the retinol first, let it absorb completely, and then apply the balm to keep lips soft.

How often should I use this lip balm?

You should use this lip balm with caution on acne-prone skin, as it provides mild exfoliation from lactic acid but lacks enough water-attracting ingredients for drier areas. To care for this skin type properly, a product needs soothing moisturizers and gentle hydrating ingredients that keep the skin soft without clogging pores.

Can it clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for acne-prone skin?

This lip balm may not be the best fit for acne-prone skin because it lacks enough hydration for dry areas while using heavy butters and oils that can clog pores. Acne-prone skin needs lightweight, non-clogging hydrators like glycerin and hyaluronic acid to keep skin smooth and clear without heavy residues.

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Is this lip balm fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.

What the research says

  • Application of an o/w emulsion containing 8% hydrogenated polyisobutene significantly elevated skin moisture, reduced TEWL by approximately 33% against a control formulation within 3 hours, and was 5-10% more effective than the CCT formulation.

    Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2009

Ingredients

Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Diisostearyl Malate, Phytosteryl Isostearyl Cetyl Stearyl Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Polybutene, Mangifera Indica Seedbutter, Synthetic Wax, Ethylene Propylene Styrene Copolymer, Euphorbiacerifera Wax Cera Candelilla Wax Cera Candelilla Cire De Candelilla Wax Cera, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Shea Butter, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Brassica Campestris Aleuritesfordi Oil Copolymer, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Glycerin, Tocopherol, Tribehenin, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Lactic Acid, Sorbitan Isostearate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butylhydroxyhydrocinnamate, Butylene Ethylene Styrene

Behind this fit score

Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.

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