Afterglow Moisturizing Lip Balm with Hyaluronic Acid
NARS Afterglow Moisturizing Lip Balm with Hyaluronic Acid scores 5.6/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.5) and formulation safety (9.0).
✶ Hero ingredients
Holds the formula together
Softens and smooths
Softens and smooths
Score breakdown
Estimated — based on ingredient analysis. Scores refine as user reviews are added.
Scores last verified: July 2026
What makes NARS Afterglow Moisturizing Lip Balm with Hyaluronic Acid stand out
NARS Afterglow Moisturizing Lip Balm with Hyaluronic Acid is a decent lip-care with an overall score of 5.6/9.8. it takes a straightforward approach to skincare. The formula leads with Diisostearyl Malate, Polyethylene, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.
It performs well on low irritation risk (9.5). On the flip side, active ingredient concentration is on the lighter side.
Is this right for you?
Great for
- ✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
- ✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags
- ✓Ingredient-aware buyers — transparent, well-documented formula
May not suit
- ⚠Those seeking potent actives — this leans more maintenance than treatment
Key ingredients
- ✶Diisostearyl Malate
Softens and smooths — #2 in the INCI list
- ✶Polyethylene
Softens and smooths — #4 in the INCI list
- ✶Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
Softens and smooths — #5 in the INCI list
- ✶Squalane
Softens and smooths — #6 in the INCI list
- ✶Triisostearin
Softens and smooths — #7 in the INCI list
Full ingredient list
24 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)
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Ingredient breakdown
- Softens and smooths13
- Holds the formula together4
- Works on your skin4
- Keeps the product fresh1
- Draws in moisture1
- Added colour1