The Ordinary

Squalane & Amino Acids Lip Balm 15ml

Name: The Ordinary Squalane & Amino Acids Lip Balm 15ml
Brand: The Ordinary

15ml

Quick Summary

Best forNot stated by the brand

Worth notingNo fragrance listed

Key ingredientsSqualane, Betaine, Sodium PCA

OverallSqualane & Amino Acids Lip Balm is a lip treatment from The Ordinary built around squalane (nourishing), betaine (hydrating) and sodium PCA (hydrating). No fragrance is listed in its ingredients.

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Ingredient Analysis

22 of 27 ingredients identifiedNo fragrance listed

Key ingredients

Squalane Betaine Sodium PCA

Full ingredient list (27) — tap a highlighted ingredient to learn more

Squalane Lightweight emollient Generally gentle
Sorbitan Olivate Emulsifier (PEG-free) Generally gentle
Aqua (Water) Solvent & base Generally gentle
Trihydroxystearin
Betaine Humectant & soothing agent Generally gentle
Jojoba Esters Emollient & skin softener Generally gentle
Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Sodium PCA Humectant (skin's own NMF) Generally gentle
PCA Humectant (skin's own NMF) Generally gentle
Serine Hydration & barrier support Generally gentle

Show the other 17 ingredients · 1 with a caution note

Alanine Hydration & barrier support Generally gentle
Arginine Hydration & barrier support Generally gentle
Proline Hydration & barrier support Generally gentle
Glycine Hydration & barrier support Generally gentle
Glutamic Acid Hydration & barrier support Generally gentle
Lysine HCl
Threonine Hydration & barrier support Generally gentle
Sodium Lactate Gentle AHA exfoliant Sensitive skin caution
Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil Rich plant emollients Generally gentle
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride Emollient & skin softener Generally gentle
Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax
Polyglycerin-3 Humectant & moisturiser Generally gentle
Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone
Tocopherol Antioxidant & conditioning Generally gentle
Calcium Gluconate Texture, stability & minerals Generally gentle
Gluconolactone Gentle exfoliation Generally gentle
Sodium Benzoate Preservative All skin types

Ingredients from the Boots.com listing, checked 19 Oct 2026, in INCI order. Brands reformulate, so check the pack if you react to an ingredient. Highlighted ingredients link to our guide. Informational only — not medical advice.

Common questions

Is The Ordinary Squalane & Amino Acids Lip Balm fragrance-free?

Yes. No fragrance, essential oils or fragrance allergens are listed in its ingredients.

Does The Ordinary Squalane & Amino Acids Lip Balm contain alcohol?

No drying alcohol (alcohol denat. or ethanol) is listed.

Is The Ordinary Squalane & Amino Acids Lip Balm safe for fungal acne?

It contains 2 ingredients that fungal-acne (Malassezia) guides usually avoid: fatty-acid esters & glycerides (sorbitan olivate); plant oils & butters (adansonia digitata seed oil). How much they matter depends on the amount and the rest of the formula. The evidence comes mainly from lab studies of yeast growth, and fungal acne needs a diagnosis from a GP or dermatologist.

Is The Ordinary Squalane & Amino Acids Lip Balm suitable for sensitive skin?

Its ingredient list avoids the most common irritants: no fragrance, essential oils, drying alcohol or strong exfoliating acids are listed. Reactions are individual, so patch-test anything new.