1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 10–40% of the formula.
Decanoic acid, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol octanoate; Glycerides, mixed decanoyl and octanoyl
Hydration
Caudalie
Vinotherapist™ Lip Conditioner
lips balm
Caudalie
Vinotherapist™ Lip Conditioner
lips balm
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Fit by skin type
General, ingredient-based — not your personalized match.
Dry
93%
Combination (dry)
93%
Balanced
63%
Combination (oily)
33%
Oily
33%
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15
Ingredients
3
Benefits
0
Actives
The lip conditioner is enriched with nourishing grape seed oil and antioxidant grape polyphenols and lastingly protects and soothes dry lips. Its texture instantly melts without a greasy effect and leaves your lips moisturized.
Key Insights
Benefits
3
Anti-Aging
Hydration
Soothing
Risks
1
Allergen
Full Ingredients
15 total
CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE
RICINUS COMMUNIS SEED OIL
VITIS VINIFERA LEAF CERA
C10-18 TRIGLYCERIDES
BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER
MACADAMIA TERNIFOLIA SEED OIL
COPERNICIA CERIFERA CERA
HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL
PALMITOYL GRAPE SEED EXTRACT
TOCOPHERYL ACETATE
LIMONENE
LINALOOL
LEONTOPODIUM ALPINUM FLOWER/LEAF EXTRACT
GERANIOL
PARFUM
About Vinotherapist™ Lip Conditioner
Overview
Vinotherapist™ Lip Conditioner is a rich balm from Caudalie. The formula is built mainly around hydration. The ingredient list runs to 15 ingredients, each broken down in full below.
Texture and finish
By its ingredient list the formula reads as rich: occlusives and butters sit high enough in the order to give it real weight on skin. The oils in it point to a dewy, emollient finish rather than a matte one. Hydration is handled by Caprylic/capric Triglyceride, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter and Hydrogenated Castor Oil, humectants that pull water into the upper layers of skin rather than sealing it there.
What the formula does
Hydration: High. Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin, and here that comes from Caprylic/capric Triglyceride, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter and Hydrogenated Castor Oil.
Soothing: Moderate. Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity, and here that comes from Butyrospermum Parkii Butter and Tocopheryl Acetate.
Who it suits
On richness alone it suits Dry and Combination (dry) skin best, and is the least natural fit for Combination (oily) and Oily skin. A few ingredients carry irritation flags, so reactive skin should patch test before using it on the whole face.
What it does not target
The formula contributes little or nothing on antioxidant protection, oil control, brightening and tone and cell renewal. That is not a fault — most products are not meant to do everything — but if one of those is your priority, this is not the product that will address it.
What is not in it
Reading the full list, the formula is no drying alcohol, paraben-free, silicone-free, microplastic-free, sulfate-free and dye-free. Those claims come from the ingredient list itself, not from the packaging. It does contain fragrance and essential oils, worth knowing if your skin reacts to any of them.
Where it fits in a routine
Use it in the morning. In a routine it goes taken with food. Follow the dose on the pack and check interactions with anything you already take.
This summary is generated from the product's ingredient list. It is not a review, it is not the brand's own marketing claims, and it does not replace advice from a dermatologist.
Pros and cons
Drawn purely from the ingredient list
Pros
- No drying alcohol
- Silicone-free
- No microplastics
- Strong humectant content for hydration
Things to know
- Contains fragrance or declared fragrance allergens
- Contains essential oils, a common source of reactivity
- 3 ingredients could feed malassezia (fungal acne)
Which skin types it suits
Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.
Suitable for
- Dry skin
- Combination (dry) skin
May suit
- Balanced skin
Less suitable for
- Combination (oily) skin
- Oily skin
Sensitive skin
A few ingredients here carry irritation flags. Reactive skin should patch test on the jawline for a few days before using it on the whole face.
Skin concerns
Based on the curated benefits documented for this product's ingredients.
Helps with
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Hydration 3 ingredients
Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy
-
Anti-Aging 2 ingredients
Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
-
Soothing 2 ingredients
Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin
Does not target
Anti-Acne
Blackhead Reducing
Dark Spot Fading
Evens Skin Tone
Oil Control
Pore Minimizer
Smooths Bumpy Skin
None of the ingredients in this formula are associated with these benefits. This is not unusual, as most products are designed to target a limited number of concerns.
Key ingredients
The actives, UV filters and benefit-carrying ingredients in this formula, in the order they are listed.
5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter is the fat obtained from the fruit of the Shea Tree, Butyrospernum parkii, Sapotaceae
Anti-Aging
Hydration
Soothing
8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Castor oil, hydrogenated
Hydration
10th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-yl acetate
Anti-Aging
Soothing
Formula analysis
Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.
Hydration
High
Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin
Barrier support
Low
Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity
Antioxidant support
None
Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution
Oil control
None
Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine
Brightening
None
Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks
Soothing
Moderate
Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity
Cell renewal
None
Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover
Firmness signalling
None
Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support
What is and is not in it
Read from the full ingredient list. A brand's own claim may differ.
Free from
- No drying alcohol
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Microplastic-free
- Sulfate-free
- Dye-free
- No animal-derived ingredients
Contains
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Fragrance
Limonene, Linalool, Geraniol, Parfum
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Essential oils
Limonene, Linalool, Geraniol
-
Facial oils
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
What to layer it with
Judged by the same curated rules our routine checker uses. It reads the ingredients, not the label.
Compatible with
- Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
- Retinoids (retinol, retinal)
- AHAs (glycolic, lactic)
- BHA (salicylic acid)
- PHAs (gluconolactone)
- Benzoyl peroxide
- Azelaic acid
- Copper peptides
- Bakuchiol
- Niacinamide
- Hyaluronic acid
- Ceramides
- Signal peptides
- Panthenol
- Sunscreen
Nothing in this formula belongs to a group our rules can put in conflict, so it layers freely. Order still matters — thinnest texture first.
Where it fits in a routine
Morning
- Follow the dose on the pack and check interactions with anything you already take.
Safety and suitability
Flags to check, not verdicts. None of this is medical advice — if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or treating a skin condition, ask a doctor.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not clearance — ask your doctor about anything you use daily.
- Fungal acne (malassezia)
- 3 ingredients could feed malassezia: Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil. That is about the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that you will break out.
- Sensitive and reactive skin
- A few ingredients here carry irritation flags. Reactive skin should patch test on the jawline for a few days before using it on the whole face.
- Recorded ingredient risks
- Allergen
Ingredients by function
Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 15 ingredients on the label.
4
Fragrance / colour
Changes how the product smells or looks
4
Emollient
Softens and smooths by filling gaps between skin cells
2
Occlusive
Forms a film that slows water loss
2
Plant extract
Botanical material, usually for antioxidants or scent
2
Solvent
Dissolves and carries everything else
2
Texture agent
Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula
1
Antioxidant
Neutralises free radicals from UV and pollution
1
Surfactant
Lifts oil and dirt, or holds oil and water together
Ingredient breakdown
Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.
- Estimated level
- 10–40%
- Confidence
- Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 10–40% of the formula.
Decanoic acid, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol octanoate; Glycerides, mixed decanoyl and octanoyl
Hydration
5 scientific references
- International Journal of Toxicology, September 2020, pages 34-35
- Periodica Polytechnica Chemical Engineering, 2014, pages 43-48
- International Journal of Toxicology, January 2003, pages 4-5
- Food and Chemical Toxicology, January 2000, pages 79-98
- Journal of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists, August 1985, pages 303-311
- Estimated level
- 5–20%
- Confidence
- Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the seeds of Castor, Ricinus communis, Euphorbiaceae
- Estimated level
- 5–20%
- Confidence
- Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
- Roles
- Occlusive
3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Vitis Vinifera Leaf Cera is the wax obtained from the vine leaves of the Grape, Vitis Vinifera L., Vitaceae
- Estimated level
- 2–10%
- Confidence
- Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
- Roles
- Emollient, Solvent
4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Glycerides, C10-18
- Estimated level
- 2–10%
- Confidence
- Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
- Roles
- Texture agent
5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter is the fat obtained from the fruit of the Shea Tree, Butyrospernum parkii, Sapotaceae
Anti-Aging
Hydration
Soothing
3 scientific references
- Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, June 2011, pages 45-55
- Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, October 2003, pages 6, 268-6, 273
- Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, February 2009, page S41
- Estimated level
- 2–10%
- Confidence
- Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
- Roles
- Emollient
6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the nuts of the Bushnut, Macadamia ternifolia, Proteaceae. It consists primarily of the glycerides of the fatty acids
- Estimated level
- 1–5%
- Confidence
- Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
- Roles
- Emollient, Occlusive
7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Copernicia Cerifera Cera is a wax obtained from the leaves and leaf buds of Copernicia cerifera, Palmaceae.
- Estimated level
- 1–5%
- Confidence
- Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
- Roles
- Emollient, Surfactant, Texture agent
8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Castor oil, hydrogenated
Hydration
- Estimated level
- 1–5%
- Confidence
- Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
- Roles
- Plant extract
9th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Grape seed, Vitis vinifera L., extract, reaction products with hexadecanoyl chloride
- Estimated level
- 1–5%
- Confidence
- Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
- Roles
- Antioxidant
10th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-yl acetate
Anti-Aging
Soothing
8 scientific references
- 5 Super Anti-Aging Antioxidants Your Skin Needs
- How to Keep Your Neck & Chest Looking Young
- Acne & Aging Skin
- How to Diminish Uneven Skin Tone and Get Your Glow Back
- What Are Peptides and What Do They Do for Skin?
- The Truth About Firming Creams
- Top 5 Reasons to Add Antioxidants to Your Skin Care Routine
- Anti-Aging Superstars
- Estimated level
- 1–3%
- Confidence
- Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
- Roles
- Solvent, Fragrance / colour
11th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
1-Methyl-4-Isopropenylcyclohexene; dipentene
Allergen
- Estimated level
- 1–3%
- Confidence
- Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
- Roles
- Fragrance / colour
12th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
3,7-Dimethyl octa-1,6-diene-3-ol
Allergen
- Estimated level
- 1–3%
- Confidence
- Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
- Roles
- Plant extract
13th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Leontopodium Alpinum Flower/Leaf Extract is the extract of the flowers and leaves of Leontopodium alpinum L., Asteraceae
- Estimated level
- 1–3%
- Confidence
- Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
- Roles
- Fragrance / colour
14th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, (2E)-
Allergen
- Estimated level
- under 1%
- Confidence
- Moderate — listed below the 1% line
- Roles
- Fragrance / colour
15th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Parfum is a term for ingredient labelling used to identify that a product contains a material or a combination of materials normally added to a cosmetic to produce or to mask a particular odour. According to Article 19 of the Cosmetics Regulation, 'Perfume and aromatic compositions and their raw materials shall be referred to by the terms ‘parfum’ or ‘aroma’. '
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Frequently asked questions
What ingredients are in Vinotherapist™ Lip Conditioner?
CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, RICINUS COMMUNIS SEED OIL, VITIS VINIFERA LEAF CERA, C10-18 TRIGLYCERIDES, BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER, MACADAMIA TERNIFOLIA SEED OIL, COPERNICIA CERIFERA CERA, HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL, PALMITOYL GRAPE SEED EXTRACT, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, LIMONENE, LINALOOL, LEONTOPODIUM ALPINUM FLOWER/LEAF EXTRACT, GERANIOL, PARFUM.
How do I use Vinotherapist™ Lip Conditioner?
Apply to your lips as often as necessary.
What skin types is Vinotherapist™ Lip Conditioner good for?
Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Dry, Combination (dry) skin best. It is the least natural fit for Combination (oily), Oily skin.
Is Vinotherapist™ Lip Conditioner good for sensitive skin?
Some ingredients here carry irritation flags, so sensitive skin should patch test on the jawline for a few days before applying it to the whole face.
Is Vinotherapist™ Lip Conditioner fungal acne safe?
3 ingredients could feed malassezia: Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil. That describes the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that they will cause a breakout.
Can I use Vinotherapist™ Lip Conditioner while pregnant?
Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not medical clearance — check anything you use daily with your doctor or midwife.
Is Vinotherapist™ Lip Conditioner fragrance free?
No — it contains Limonene, Linalool, Geraniol, Parfum.
Does Vinotherapist™ Lip Conditioner contain alcohol?
No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is no drying alcohol.
Is Vinotherapist™ Lip Conditioner silicone free?
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is silicone-free.
Does Vinotherapist™ Lip Conditioner contain essential oils?
Yes — it contains Limonene, Linalool, Geraniol.
Is Vinotherapist™ Lip Conditioner paraben free?
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is paraben-free.
What can I layer with Vinotherapist™ Lip Conditioner?
It layers well with Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), Retinoids (retinol, retinal), AHAs (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic acid), PHAs (gluconolactone), Benzoyl peroxide.
When should I apply Vinotherapist™ Lip Conditioner?
Use it in the morning, taken with food.
How many ingredients does Vinotherapist™ Lip Conditioner have?
It lists 15 ingredients, of which 0 are recorded as actives.
Who makes Vinotherapist™ Lip Conditioner?
Caudalie.
Brand
Caudalie