10 Lip Balms That Will Give You an Irresistible Pout
Originally published at Spot.ph
When you’re stuck inside the office all day with the AC on full-blast, what do you grab first? Some would say a jacket or a hot beverage, but when you have perpetually dry lips, you take a trustworthy lip balm with you. There’s nothing worse than getting your lips all cracked up and feeling parched. It doesn’t help that matte lips are in, either. So, to keep your kisser from feeling like it’s in a drought, we round up the 10 best lip balms to help you get that perfect pout.
Beeswax Lip Balm (P225) from Burt’s Bees
Did you know that 100 Burt’s Bees lip balms are sold every minute worldwide? It has a mix of beeswax, vitamin E, and peppermint oil that provides conditioning and antioxidant properties that nourish your lips, keeping them smooth and healthy. It’s all-natural, so you don’t have to worry about parabens and phthalates.
Tinted Lip Balm (P336) from Pili
Like all Pili products, this tinted balm is formulated with pili and elemi oil which help hydrate and maintain your lips’ firmness and elasticity. The all-natural formula promises unbeatable hydration while giving your supple pout a healthy pop of color.
Rêve De Miel Lip Balm (P745) from Nuxe Paris
Having a pot of this in your skincare arsenal will surely make you feel like a French girl. Fun fact: This award-winning lip balm from Nuxe was tested in the extremely cold Canadian climate, so you’ll stay worry-free from dehydration and cracking on your lips. The best way to use this is to slather a thick layer and have it work its magic overnight, so you’ll wake up to a baby-soft kisser.
100% Natural Tinted Lip Balm (P100) from Human Nature
Human Nature's blend of cocoa butter, beeswax, and all-natural oils keeps your lips nourished all day long. Plus, cocoa butter’s melting point is close to the natural temperature of your body, so it absorbs into your lips faster.
Balm Dot Com (P950) from Glossier
If you’re itching to get your hands on some Glossier, start with this. Boasting a variety of different flavors (coconut, cherry, mint, rose, birthday cake), it’s dubbed as the Cool Girl version of the childhood favorite Lip Smackers. The IG-worthy tube contains different antioxidants and natural emollients that are guaranteed to seal in moisture throughout the day.
Sugar Tinted Lip Treatment Sunscreen SPF 15 (P1,387) from Fresh
Yup, your smackers need some SPF, too! This one is a multiple award-winning formula from Fresh that contains meadowfoam and black currant seed oils, grapeseed oil, and (you guessed it), sugar. Plus, it leaves a gorgeous sheer wash of color on your lips, giving you the most natural-looking pout.
Smooch Lip Detox with SPF15 (P225) from V&M Naturals
This balm from V&M Naturals is known to relieve chapped and cracked lips almost instantly while also protecting it from sun damage. We love how it doesn’t leave a greasy feeling even if the formulation is packed with different moisturizing oils including emu, coconut, avocado, sunflower, castor, jojoba, and more.
Lip Therapy (P125) from Vaseline
We’re going back to basics with this tub of goodness. Vaseline doesn't just coat your lips for temporary relief, it also promises to repair them. It’s made with Vaseline Jelly which locks in moisture for healthy, beautiful lips. You can even apply it on your elbows, knees, heels—pretty much all dry patches of your skin as well! We suggest applying a thin layer on your pucker every night before going to bed—you’ll thank us later.
Lip Cream (P330) from DHC
DHC Lip Cream is considered to be one of the most popular lip balms in Japan, and for good reason: It applies an even coat on your lips in one swipe, making it the perfect primer for a flawless lipstick application with no greasy feeling. Its ingredients are mostly derived from botanical sources plus, it’s also known to reduce the look of lines on your pout.
Soothing Ointment (P499) by Lucas Papaw
This unmistakable red tube is considered a staple for Australians and a favorite among celebrities. Lucas Papaw’s main ingredient is fermented papaya, which has antibacterial and antimicrobial properties. This multi-use ointment works wonders for soothing all kinds of dry patches and also cleanses wounds. It can heal almost anything—and yes, even your seemingly hopeless cracked lips.
