The Ordinary Squalane + Amino Acids Lip Balm (15 ml):
What It Is
A multi‑use moisturizing balm designed to hydrate, soften, and nourish dry areas like lips, cuticles, and elbows. It blends squalane with skin-identical amino acids to support the skin’s natural moisture barrier
Key Ingredients
Squalane – a lightweight plant-derived emollient that locks in moisture and supports barrier health .
Amino acids (Sodium PCA, Serine, Alanine, Arginine, etc.) – part of the natural moisturizing factor that helps retain hydration
Other supportive butters & waxes – including jojoba esters, sunflower seed wax, betaine, and baobab oil, enhancing texture and nourishment .
Benefits
Instant and long-lasting hydration – softens and plumps lips upon first application
Barrier support – amino acids reinforce skin’s moisture retention
Multi-use formula – great for cuticles, elbows, and dry patches too
Clean and gentle – vegan, cruelty-free, fragrance-free, silicone-free, paraben-free, and gluten-free
Texture & Application
Lightweight balm that melts into a satin sheen on the lips — not overly glossy
Packages in a teardrop-shaped 15 ml tube for easy, hygienic use
Applies clear, with a cushioned feel that absorbs rather than sits on top
