The Mentholatum Company Softlips

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• Octinoxate

  UV filter (filters UV rays)Light stabilizer (protects the formula from light)

  An organic UV filter that absorbs ultraviolet light. It also acts as a light stabilizer, helping the formula hold up when exposed to sunlight. You'll often see it listed as Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate.

• Octisalate

  UV filter (filters UV rays)Light stabilizer (protects the formula from light)

  An organic UV filter that absorbs ultraviolet light, and doubles as a light stabilizer to keep the formula steady in sun. It also appears on labels as Ethylhexyl Salicylate.

• Dimethicone

  Antifoaming (stops the formula foaming)Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Skin protecting (CosIng functional class)

  A silicone that softens and smooths skin feel and forms a protective layer on the surface. It also cuts down foam during production, keeping the formula settled.

• Oxybenzone

  UV filter (filters UV rays)Light stabilizer (protects the formula from light)Restricted in the EU

  Oxybenzone is an organic UV filter that absorbs ultraviolet light. It also works as a light stabilizer, helping the formula hold up under sun exposure. On labels it often appears as Benzophenone-3.

• Lanolin Oil

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Hair conditioning (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  The liquid part of lanolin, used to condition skin and hair. It softens and smooths the skin feel of the product.

• Hydrogenated Polybutene

  Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

  This ingredient adjusts the thickness of the product. In practice it helps give the formula its body and consistency.

  listed as “Hydrogenated Polybutene (1300 Mw)”

• Ceresin

  Antistatic (reduces static)Binder (holds the formula together)Emulsion stabilizer (keeps oil and water mixed)Hair conditioning (CosIng functional class)Opacifier (makes the formula less see-through)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

  A wax that adjusts thickness and helps hold the mix stable, and it conditions hair. In practice it thickens the product, keeps the blend from separating, and can make it look opaque rather than clear. It also helps other ingredients stick together.

• Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  This is an oil from meadowfoam seeds used to condition skin. It softens and smooths the skin feel. You may see it listed as Meadowfoam Seed Oil.

  listed as “Meadowfoam Seed Oil”

• VP/Hexadecene Copolymer

  Binder (holds the formula together)Dispersing, non-surfactant (spreads solids without acting as a surfactant)Film forming (leaves a thin coating)Hair fixing (holds hair in place)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

  A film-forming polymer that leaves a thin, even layer as the product dries. This helps the formula stay put on skin, keeps ingredients spread evenly, and adjusts how thick the product is. It also helps bind the mix together.

  listed as “Vinylpyrrolidone/Hexadecene Copolymer”

• Mineral Oil

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Hair conditioning (CosIng functional class)Occlusive (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Skin protecting (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)Restricted in the EU

  This is an oil that softens and smooths skin feel and forms a layer that slows moisture loss. It also acts as a solvent, conditions hair, and adds scent.

• Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  An emollient that conditions and softens skin. In practice it smooths the skin's feel and gives the product a richer, cushiony texture.

• Oleyl Alcohol

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

  Oleyl Alcohol softens and smooths skin feel and acts as a solvent that dissolves other ingredients. It also adjusts the thickness of the formula and contributes to scent. All this helps the product spread evenly and feel smooth.

• Copernicia Cerifera Cera

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Film forming (leaves a thin coating)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  This is carnauba wax, which forms a thin film on the surface and softens skin feel. It helps the product hold together and smooth out. Often listed as carnauba wax.

  listed as “Carnauba Wax”

• Ricinus Communis Seed Oil

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  An oil that conditions skin and adds scent. It softens and smooths skin feel while contributing to the fragrance. It's commonly known as castor oil.

  listed as “Castor Oil”

• Cetyl Lactate

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  Cetyl Lactate conditions the skin and acts as an emollient, softening and smoothing skin feel. That gives the product a smooth, non-tight finish as it spreads.

• Paraffin

  Fragrance ingredient (scent)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

  A solid waxy substance used to condition skin and adjust how thick the product is. It helps set the texture and can carry a scent.

• Ammonium Glycyrrhizate

  Flavoring (adds taste)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  An ingredient that conditions the skin, giving it a better feel. It also adds flavor and fragrance to the product.

• Butylated Hydroxytoluene

  Antioxidant (slows the formula oxidizing)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Restricted in the EU

  An antioxidant that also adds a scent note. It helps keep the oils in the formula from going off, so the product stays stable longer. Often shortened to BHT on labels.

• Magnesium Stearate

  Anticaking (keeps powder free-flowing)Bulking agent (adds volume)Colorant (adds color)Moisturizing (CosIng functional class)

  Magnesium Stearate keeps powders from clumping and adds bulk to the formula. It also adds color and helps hold in moisture.

• Menthol

  Denaturant (makes alcohol undrinkable)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Refreshing (CosIng functional class)Soothing (CosIng functional class)Restricted in the EU

  Menthol adds fragrance and a refreshing, cooling sensation. It also acts as a soothing and denaturing agent in the formula.

  listed as “Menthol, Unspecified Form”

• Tocopherol

  Antioxidant (slows the formula oxidizing)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Occlusive (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  Tocopherol is a form of vitamin E used as an antioxidant, which helps keep the formula from going off. It also conditions skin and forms a thin surface layer that slows moisture loss. You may see it listed simply as vitamin E.

  listed as “.Alpha.-Tocopherol”

• Bismuth Oxychloride

  Colorant (adds color)

  A mineral colorant that gives the product its color. You may see it listed as CI 77163.

• CI 75470

  Colorant (adds color)Fragrance ingredient (scent)

  CI 75470 is a colorant from the anthraquinone family, used to give the product its color. It can also add scent to the formula.

  listed as “Carminic Acid”

• Mica

  Anticaking (keeps powder free-flowing)Bulking agent (adds volume)Colorant (adds color)Opacifier (makes the formula less see-through)

  Mica is a mineral used to add color and to make the product look opaque rather than see-through. It also keeps powders from clumping and adds bulk to the formula.

• Titanium Dioxide

  UV filter (filters UV rays)Colorant (adds color)Opacifier (makes the formula less see-through)

  Titanium Dioxide is a mineral UV filter that absorbs ultraviolet light. It also works as a white colorant and opacifier, adding whiteness and making the product less see-through. As a color additive it appears on labels as CI 77891.

• Squalane

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Hair conditioning (CosIng functional class)Refatting (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  An emollient that softens and smooths the skin, and also conditions hair. It leaves a smooth feel and helps replace oils on the surface.

• Ethylhexyl Palmitate

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  A lightweight oil that softens and smooths the skin feel. It gives the product a slip that helps it spread easily, and it also adds scent.

• Petrolatum

  Antistatic (reduces static)Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Restricted in the EU

  A semi-solid blend of hydrocarbons that softens and smooths skin and reduces static. It keeps skin feeling supple. You may see it on labels as petroleum jelly.

• Myristyl Myristate

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Opacifier (makes the formula less see-through)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  An emollient that softens and smooths skin feel. It also makes the product more opaque, so a clear formula turns creamy or milky in look.

• Myristyl Lactate

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  Myristyl Lactate is an emollient that conditions and softens the skin. It smooths the skin feel and leaves the surface feeling soft.

• Cetyl Alcohol

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Emulsion stabilizer (keeps oil and water mixed)Foam boosting (increases foam from other ingredients)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Opacifier (makes the formula less see-through)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

  A multitasking fatty alcohol that helps oil and water mix and keeps the blend stable, while softening skin. It also thickens the formula and makes it more opaque, and can boost foam and cleansing.

• Myristyl Laurate

  Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

  A cleansing ingredient that helps lift away oil and dirt. It works by helping grime rinse off with water.

• Myristyl Alcohol

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Emulsion stabilizer (keeps oil and water mixed)Foam boosting (increases foam from other ingredients)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

  A fatty alcohol that works as an emollient, softening and smoothing skin feel, and helps oil and water stay mixed. It also adjusts the product's thickness and can boost foam. In practice, it keeps the formula stable and gives it body.

Source

DailyMed drug label

Source record

https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=107bcaa9-4347-4979-be44-35183a9ee67e

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21 September 2026

Market

United States

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v1 of this U.S. formulation

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