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Carmex Moisturising Lip Balm edges ahead, winning 4 of 5 attributes.
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Where Carmex Moisturising Lip Balm really shines is hydration efficacy, scoring 6.0 compared to Star Balm Star Balm Magic Mint Lip Balm's 4.6. With Petrolatum, Lanolin, and Cera Alba in its top ingredients, Carmex Moisturising Lip Balm delivers stronger moisture-binding capability.
Irritation Risk is another area of separation. Carmex Moisturising Lip Balm scores 9.0 here versus 8.0 for Star Balm Star Balm Magic Mint Lip Balm. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.
Carmex Moisturising Lip Balm brings Salicylic Acid and Tocopherol as actives, while star Balm Star Balm Magic Mint Lip Balm relies on Tocopheryl Acetate, Rebaudioside A [Stevia Extract], and Tocopherol. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
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Star Balm Star Balm Magic Mint Lip Balm is better if you have
Carmex Moisturising Lip Balm edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but Star Balm Star Balm Magic Mint Lip Balm is still a solid pick.
Based on ingredient analysis, Carmex Moisturising Lip Balm scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.
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