Dry, cracked, chapped lips are not appealing, and they can be uncomfortable, especially if you want to wear lip color or simply desire healthy, kissable lips. I have struggled with extremely dry lips for as long as I can remember and have tried a variety of lip balms, ranging from cheap pharmacy brands to expensive ones. Here is a roundup of the ones that have truly worked for me:
Orlane Baume Magnifique Levres ($45 at Neiman) is a luxurious and effective lip balm that provides deep moisture, nourishment, repair, and protection to the delicate lip area. It contains hyaluronic acid to rehydrate and plump the lips, creating a barrier against dehydration and promoting lip repair.
Votre Duette ($36 at votrevu.com) is a smart combination of lip balm and hand cream. Made with coconut oil, shea butter, and beeswax, this balm gently nourishes and softens the lips, leaving them supple and glossy. With added UV filters, it offers extra protection while providing a delightful coconut flavor.
Superlips by Guerlain is a rich and hydrating lip balm infused with grapeseed extract for soft, smooth, and plumped lips. It can be used as a mask any time of day to restore moisture and enhance natural lip color.
Beurre de Levres by Biotherm is a moisturizing lip balm with a buttery texture that supports and hydrates the lips, leaving them smoother and plump. Formulated with natural vegetable oils and acacia honey, it provides intense hydration.
MAC Cosmetics Lip Conditioner in a tube is an emollient-based balm that conditions the lips, locks in moisture, and adds a soft shine. It comes in convenient tube packaging, making it perfect for on-the-go use.
LUSH Trap is a honey, white chocolate, and vanilla lip balm that deeply moisturizes and protects the lips. With ingredients like beeswax and shea butter, it offers a refreshing pepperminty tingle for a burst of moisture and sweetness.
Clarins Instant Light Lip Comfort Oil nourishes, hydrates, and soothes the lips with oils of mirabelle plum, jojoba, and hazelnut, leaving lips naturally shiny and fuller in appearance. Its gel texture provides a comfortable wear with beautiful shades.
Givenchy Rouge Perfecto Beautifying Lip Balm is a three-in-one balm that enhances the lips with a subtle glow, making them appear soft, supple, and fuller. It reacts with the skin’s pH to enhance the natural lip color, and it comes in an elegant light pink leather case.
Another great product I recently discovered is Aubio Moisturizing Lip Balm, which has proven to be extremely effective during winter. This hydrating balm contains skin lipids for intense moisture and has a rich emollient texture that lasts well on the lips. Priced at $9.99, it is available at Target and has a delightful scent.