Mandarin Organic Lip Balm

Name: Highland Soap Co. Mandarin Organic Lip Balm
Brand: Highland Soap Co.

lip-care

Overall score6.1

Highland Soap Co. Mandarin Organic Lip Balm scores 6.1/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.5) and formulation safety (8.6).

✶ Hero ingredients

#1Sunflower Seed Oil

Plant-derived oil

#2Cocoa Butter

Plant butter

#3Beeswax

Natural wax occlusive

Score breakdown

Overall

6.1

Hydration Efficacy4.7

Irritation Risk9.5

Active Ingredient Strength2.0

Ingredient Transparency6.0

Formulation Safety8.6

Estimated — based on ingredient analysis. Scores refine as user reviews are added.

Scores last verified: April 2026

What makes Highland Soap Co. Mandarin Organic Lip Balm stand out

Highland Soap Co. Mandarin Organic Lip Balm is a decent lip-care with an overall score of 6.1/9.8. it takes a straightforward approach to skincare. The formula leads with Sunflower Seed Oil, Cocoa Butter, Cetearyl Alcohol — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.

It performs well on low irritation risk (9.5). On the flip side, hydration could be stronger and active ingredient concentration is on the lighter side.

Is this right for you?

Great for

✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags

May not suit

⚠Very dry skin types looking for heavy-duty moisture
⚠Those seeking potent actives — this leans more maintenance than treatment

Key ingredients

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Sunflower Seed Oil
Softens and smooths — #1 in the INCI list
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Cocoa Butter
Softens and smooths — #2 in the INCI list
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Cetearyl Alcohol
Softens and smooths — #5 in the INCI list
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Shea Butter
Softens and smooths — #6 in the INCI list
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Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Works on your skin — #8 in the INCI list

Full ingredient list

8 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)

#1Sunflower Seed Oil #2Cocoa Butter #3Beeswax #5Cetearyl Alcohol #6Shea Butter #8Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract #9Tocopherol #12Linalool

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Ingredient breakdown

Softens and smooths4
Works on your skin2
Locks moisture in1
Added scent1

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