Our ingredient palette is thoughtfully selected with transparency, performance, gentleness and everyday comfort in mind. Our approach to clean beauty is rooted in thoughtful, purposeful formulation — carefully selecting each ingredient for its function and creating effective formulas without unnecessary complexity. Explore the ingredients we use across our lip products, what they are, how they function and why they have a place in our formulas.

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Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil

A lightweight plant oil rich in conditioning lipids that helps nourish dry-feeling lips while supporting a smooth, soft and comfortable finish.

Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2

A rich emollient used to create a cushiony, balm-like texture while improving glide, comfort and moisture-retaining feel on the lips.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter

A rich plant butter that softens and conditions the lips while giving balms and lipsticks a creamy, nourishing and comfortable texture.

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

A lightweight emollient that improves spreadability and pigment dispersion while helping lips feel soft, smooth and comfortably conditioned.

Coco-Caprylate/Caprate

A plant-derived emollient that gives lip formulas a lightweight, silky glide while helping leave the lips smooth and comfortable without a heavy feel.

Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil

A conditioning plant oil that helps soften the lips and reduce moisture loss while giving lip formulas a smooth and nourishing feel.

Olea Europaea (Olive) Oil Unsaponifiables

A concentrated lipid-rich fraction of olive oil that conditions the lips and supports a soft, supple and comfortable feel in lip formulas.

Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil

A rich botanical oil that works as an emollient to nourish and soften dry-feeling lips while supporting a smooth and conditioned finish.

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil

A lightweight plant oil used to soften and condition the lips while contributing to a smooth, comfortable and nourishing glide.

Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil

A rich plant oil that works as an emollient and pigment carrier, helping lip colour glide smoothly while adding shine and a conditioned feel.

Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil

A lightweight wax-like botanical oil that conditions and softens the lips while supporting a silky, comfortable and non-heavy finish.

Squalane

A lightweight emollient that helps smooth and soften the lips while supporting comfortable moisture retention without a greasy feel.

Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter

A rich plant butter that conditions dry-feeling lips while giving balms and lipsticks a creamy, cushiony and smooth-gliding texture.

Beeswax / Cera Alba

A naturally derived wax that provides structure to lip balms and lipsticks while forming a lightweight layer that helps reduce moisture loss.

Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax

A plant-based wax that gives lip products firmness and stability while supporting a smooth, even and comfortable application.

Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax

A firm plant wax used to strengthen and stabilise lip formulas while helping lipsticks maintain their shape and wear smoothly.

Rhus Succedanea Fruit Wax (Berry Wax)

A soft plant-derived wax, also commonly known as berry wax or Japan wax, used to give lip formulas structure while supporting a smooth, creamy and comfortable glide.

Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vitamin C)

An oil-soluble form of Vitamin C used as an antioxidant to help protect formula oils from oxidation while complementing the conditioning feel of lip products.

Tocopherol (Vitamin E)

An antioxidant and conditioning ingredient that helps protect formula oils from oxidation while supporting a soft and comfortable feel on the lips.

Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E)

A stable form of Vitamin E used to condition the lips and support antioxidant protection within the formula for a smooth, cared-for feel.

Boswellia Carterii Oil (Frankincense)

A botanical essential oil used to bring a warm, softly resinous aromatic note to lip formulas and enhance the sensory experience during application.

Citrus Limon Peel Oil (Lemon)

A citrus-derived essential oil used to add a fresh, bright lemon aroma that enhances the sensory character of selected formulas.

Zingiber Officinale Root Oil (Ginger)

A botanical essential oil used to bring a warm, gently spicy ginger aroma to selected lip formulas for a distinctive sensory experience.

Lavandula Angustifolia Oil (Lavender)

A botanical essential oil used to add a soft lavender aroma that gives selected lip formulas a calming and familiar sensory character.

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil (Sweet Orange)

A citrus essential oil obtained from sweet orange peel, used to add a fresh, naturally sweet orange aroma to selected formulas.

Osmanthus Fragrans Flower Oil (Osmanthus)

A fragrant botanical flower oil used to lend a soft, elegant osmanthus aroma to selected formulas for a refined sensory experience.

Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil (Patchouli)

A botanical essential oil used to provide a warm, earthy aromatic note that adds depth and character to the sensory profile of selected formulas.

Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil (Rose Geranium)

A botanical essential oil used to bring a soft, rosy floral aroma to selected lip formulas and create a pleasant sensory experience during application.

Mentha Piperita Oil (Peppermint)

A botanical essential oil used to create a fresh minty aroma and refreshing sensory character in selected lip care formulas.

Ceramide AP

A skin-identical lipid used to support the lip's moisture barrier and help dry-feeling lips feel smoother, softer and more comfortably conditioned.

Ceramide AS

A barrier-supporting lipid that helps reinforce moisture retention while contributing to a smoother, softer and more conditioned lip feel.

Ceramide EOP

A skin-identical lipid that supports the natural moisture barrier and helps lips maintain a comfortable, smooth and conditioned feel.

Ceramide NP

A barrier-supporting ceramide that helps reduce moisture loss and supports softer, smoother and more resilient-feeling lips.

Ceramide NS

A skin-identical lipid used to support barrier function and moisture retention while helping the lips feel comfortably conditioned.

Hydrogenated Lecithin

A lipid-based conditioning and emulsifying ingredient that helps support formula stability while contributing to a soft and barrier-supportive lip feel.

Cetyl Alcohol

A fatty alcohol used to thicken, stabilise and soften cosmetic formulas while giving lip care products a smoother and creamier texture.

Glyceryl Stearate

An emulsifying and conditioning ingredient that helps oil and water components blend smoothly while giving lip care formulas a soft, creamy feel.

PEG-100 Stearate

An emulsifier used to keep oil and water phases evenly blended, helping create stable, smooth and consistent lip care textures.

Polyglyceryl-2 Oleate

An emulsifying and emollient ingredient that helps oils blend evenly while supporting a smooth, soft and comfortable texture on the lips.

Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate

A mild emulsifying ingredient that helps disperse oils evenly and supports a smooth, stable and comfortable cosmetic formula.

Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate

An emollient and pigment-dispersing ingredient that helps oils and colour blend evenly for smoother application and consistent colour payoff.

Polymethylsilsesquioxane

A lightweight texture-enhancing powder that improves slip and wear while helping lip colour feel smoother and more refined without heaviness.

Stearic Acid

A fatty acid used to thicken and stabilise formulas while contributing to the creamy structure and smooth application of lip products.

Aqua

Purified water used as a base and solvent to dissolve and distribute water-compatible ingredients evenly throughout cosmetic formulas.

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

A lightweight emollient and solvent that improves spreadability while helping cosmetic formulas feel smooth, silky and less greasy on application.

2,3-Butanediol

A humectant and solvent that helps attract moisture and dissolve other ingredients while supporting a smoother, more comfortable formula texture.

Caprylyl Glycol

A moisturising humectant and conditioning ingredient that helps improve formula feel while supporting overall product preservation.

Glycerin

A well-known humectant that attracts and holds moisture, helping lips feel softer, smoother and more comfortably hydrated.

Propylene Glycol

A humectant and solvent used to retain moisture and help ingredients disperse evenly for a smooth and consistent cosmetic formula.

Aminomethyl Propanol

A pH-adjusting ingredient used to help maintain the formula at its intended acidity level for consistent texture, stability and performance.

Carbomer

A thickening and stabilising polymer that helps create a smooth gel-like texture and keeps cosmetic formulas evenly structured.

Magnesium Aluminium Silicate

A mineral-derived thickener and stabiliser that helps improve formula consistency and keeps ingredients evenly suspended.

Methicone

A lightweight silicone-based conditioning ingredient that improves slip and spreadability while helping lip formulas feel smooth and silky.

Silica

A mineral-derived powder used to improve texture, absorb excess oil and create a smoother, more refined finish in lip and colour formulas.

Xanthan Gum

A naturally derived thickener and stabiliser that helps maintain an even texture and consistent product feel throughout the formula.

Allantoin

A skin-conditioning ingredient used to help comfort and soften dry-feeling lips while supporting a smoother and more cared-for feel.

Licorice Root Extract

A botanical extract used for its conditioning and soothing properties, helping support a calm, comfortable and well-cared-for lip feel.

Preservative

Ethylhexylglycerin and Phenoxyethanol are used as part of the preservation system in our Osmanthus Lip Restore Balm as a selected water-containing formulas to help protect against unwanted microbial growth and maintain product freshness and stability.

Fine Sugar

A natural exfoliating particle used in lip scrubs to gently buff away dry, flaky surface skin and leave lips feeling smoother.

Goat Milk Powder

A milk-derived powder used to add a soft, conditioning and creamy sensory quality to cosmetic formulas.

Hibiscus Powder

A botanical flower powder used to add plant-derived character, natural texture and a gentle botanical element to selected formulas.

Honey Powder

A powdered honey ingredient used to support moisture retention and conditioning while adding a naturally derived sensory element to lip care formulas.

Honey

A naturally derived humectant ingredient that helps attract moisture and support a soft, smooth and conditioned feel on the lips.

Kaolin Clay

A naturally occurring mineral clay used to absorb excess oil and improve texture, helping formulas feel smoother and more refined.

Oat Flour

A finely milled oat ingredient used to provide gentle texture and conditioning support while helping formulas feel soft and comforting.

Rose Powder

A botanical flower powder used to add naturally derived colour, texture and a soft plant-based sensory element to cosmetic formulas.

Strawberry Powder

A fruit-derived powder used to add naturally inspired colour, texture and botanical character to lip and exfoliating formulas.

Rosehip Powder Extract

A botanical ingredient used to provide plant-derived antioxidant and conditioning support while adding natural character to the formula.

Wheat Flour

A finely milled natural powder used to contribute texture, body and a soft powdery feel to selected cosmetic formulas.

Cosmetic Pigment

Cosmetic pigments and colourants are used depending on the shade to create and fine-tune colour, opacity and finish. These may include Mica (CI 77019), Titanium Dioxide, CI 15850, CI 16035, CI 19140, CI 42090, CI 45410, CI 77491, CI 77492 and CI 77499.

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Thoughtful formulation is also about knowing what to leave out. At Lips Carpenter, we focus on purposeful ingredients that support the performance, comfort and experience of each formula without unnecessary complexity. Here are some ingredients we choose not to use in our formulations.

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Parabens

A group of preservatives commonly used to help protect cosmetics from bacteria and mould. We choose to formulate without parabens such as methylparaben and propylparaben.

Mineral Oil

A highly refined petroleum-derived oil commonly used to soften the skin and reduce moisture loss. We prefer to build our formulas around selected plant oils and other purposeful emollients.

Petrolatum

Also known as petroleum jelly, petrolatum is an occlusive ingredient used to form a protective layer that reduces moisture loss. We choose other emollients and waxes for our formulas instead.

Phthalates

A group of compounds that may be used as plasticisers or within certain fragrance systems. We choose to formulate our products without phthalates.

Formaldehyde

A chemical historically used for preservation and antimicrobial purposes. It is not part of the preservative systems we choose for our formulations.

Formaldehyde-Releasing Preservatives

Preservatives designed to gradually release small amounts of formaldehyde to help control microbial growth. Examples include DMDM Hydantoin, Quaternium-15, Diazolidinyl Urea and Imidazolidinyl Urea. We choose not to use these preservative systems.

Triclosan

An antimicrobial ingredient that has been used in soaps, deodorants and other personal-care products. It is not an ingredient we use in our formulations.

Toluene

A solvent most commonly associated with products such as nail polish. It does not have a place in the formulas we create at Lips Carpenter.

BHA (Butylated Hydroxyanisole)

A synthetic antioxidant sometimes used to help protect oils and fats from oxidation. This refers to Butylated Hydroxyanisole, not the exfoliating acid commonly called BHA in skincare.

BHT (Butylated Hydroxytoluene)

A synthetic antioxidant sometimes used to protect formula oils from oxidation and support shelf stability. We choose other antioxidant ingredients, such as Vitamin E, in our formulas instead.

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