some-by-mi Some By Mi Lip Sun Protector

Ingredients overview

Label order. Colour is our internal rating: green routine, yellow restricted or worth a look, red prohibited or high-risk, grey not yet decoded.

Ingredients are listed in label order; the order reflects the label only, not exact concentrations.

1. Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
2. Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer
3. Diisostearyl Malate
4. Hydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate
5. Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
6. Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
7. Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
8. Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate
9. Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
10. Tocopheryl Acetate
11. Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
12. Ethylhexyl Salicylate
13. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
14. Microcrystalline Wax
15. Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
16. Glyceryl Behenate/Eicosadioate
17. Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
18. Citrus Limon Peel Oil
19. Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
20. Dehydroacetic Acid
21. Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
22. Sodium Hyaluronate
23. Glacier Water
24. Hydrogenated Lecithin
25. Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate
26. Panthenol
27. Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
28. Niacinamide
29. Thiamine Hcl
30. Biotin
31. Retinyl Palmitate
32. Folic Acid
33. Pyridoxine
34. Cyanocobalamin

Highlights

Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of formaldehyde releasersContains animal-derivedContains mineral oilContains fragranceContains essential oilsContains EU-26 allergens

Key ingredients

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate CopolymerDiisostearyl MalatePentaerythrityl TetraisostearateHydrogenated PolyisobuteneBis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate

SKIN CONDITIONING

Hydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate

LIGHT STABILIZER

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

HAIR CONDITIONING

Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate

Other ingredients

Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2Tocopheryl AcetateEuphorbia Cerifera WaxEthylhexyl SalicylateCaprylic/Capric TriglycerideMicrocrystalline WaxButyrospermum Parkii ButterGlyceryl Behenate/EicosadioateOlea Europaea Fruit OilCitrus Limon Peel OilCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel OilDehydroacetic AcidHydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidSodium HyaluronateGlacier WaterHydrogenated LecithinPolyglyceryl-10 StearatePanthenolSodium Ascorbyl PhosphateNiacinamideThiamine HclBiotinRetinyl PalmitateFolic AcidPyridoxineCyanocobalamin

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Ingredients explained

Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2

Not decoded yet

Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer

Botanical-based emulsifier/emollient, mild and low irritant; combines isostearate and dimer dilinoleate

Diisostearyl Malate

Diisostearyl malate; lightweight emollient and emulsifier; non-greasy feel, biodegradable, used in premium systems.

Hydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate

Hydrogenated castor oil derivative; waxy emollient and viscosity controller

Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate

Mild emulsifier and emollient with cleansing function; suitable for baby and sensitive skin, low irritancy.

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

UVA absorber used with other filters; poor water stability and photolability, requires light stabilizers, max concentration typically 10%.

Hydrogenated Polyisobutene

Hydrogenated polyisobutene; petroleum-derived lubricant forming breathable film; high purity, low irritation/comedogenicity.

Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate

Synthetic ester moisturizer with excellent emolliency and smooth feel; non-comedogenic, used in premium formulations.

Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate

Bio-mimetic lipid ester for emulsification and texture; provides high slip and is suitable for silicone-free formulas.

Tocopheryl Acetate

Vitamin E derivative antioxidant at 0.1–1%; more stable than tocopherol, store protected from light

Euphorbia Cerifera Wax

Carnauba wax for hardness/occlusion/film; plant-derived, confirm extraction purity

Ethylhexyl Salicylate

Ethylhexyl salicylate, UVB absorber; volatile, requires combination with UVA filters for broad spectrum.

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin

Microcrystalline Wax

Petroleum-derived hard wax for lipsticks and ointments; provides high-melting structure, heavy feel, potentially comedogenic

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter

Shea butter for occlusive moisturizing; high melt point, rich texture, caution for oily skin.

Glyceryl Behenate/Eicosadioate

Ester-based emulsifier and emollient with dual-phase potential; high levels may cause slippery feel, combine with others

Olea Europaea Fruit Oil

Olive oil, rich in squalene and oleic acid; moderate comedogenicity, caution for oily skin.

Citrus Limon Peel Oil

Lemon peel oil for fragrance/skin conditioning; contains allergens, mind phototoxicity and compliance

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil

Sweet orange peel essential oil, citrus aroma; photosensitive, be careful in daytime; irritating at high levels.

Dehydroacetic Acid

Broad-spectrum preservative for acidic and oil-based systems; has concentration limits, requires challenge testing.

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

Low-MW humectant with superior penetration vs high-MW; 0.1-0.5% typical, hygroscopic, store dry to prevent clumping.

Sodium Hyaluronate

Potent humectant at 0.1–2%; different MW for penetration depth, high levels may draw moisture

Glacier Water

Glacier water; serves as a high-mineral solvent or humectant; provides specific mineral profile without active function.

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Emulsifier from lecithin; stable, used in powder emulsions

Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate

Polyglyceryl-10 stearate emulsifier; multi-source, mild, co-emulsifier

Panthenol

Panthenol (vitamin B5) at 1–5%; moisturizing and reparative, supports barrier recovery

Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate

Vitamin C derivative antioxidant at 0.5–2%; light-sensitive, requires opaque packaging

Niacinamide

Niacinamide at 2–5%; improves texture, controls oil, brightens; high levels may cause sensitivity

Thiamine Hcl

Vitamin B1 hydrochloride; acts as conditioner and fragrance agent, used at low concentrations for skin health and metabolism.

Biotin

Vitamin B7 nutrient claimant; topical effect limited, use at 1-20 ppm.

Retinyl Palmitate

Vitamin A ester for skin conditioning; light-sensitive, requires protection, avoid in pregnancy.

Folic Acid

Folic acid, Vitamin B9, used for skin conditioning to support cellular metabolism

Pyridoxine

Vitamin B6, water-soluble; skin/hair conditioner/anti-static, poor light stability, protect from light.

Cyanocobalamin

Vitamin B12 derivative, antioxidant and skin conditioning; light-sensitive, requires light-protective packaging, water-soluble