I have a tiny confession to make. I'm a bit obssessed with lip balms. If there's a bag or a drawer that should be unlucky enough to be in my possession, I can guarantee that you'll find at least one balm type product in there. The main reason for this is because I absolutely can't stand having dry lips, so I end up applying lip balm like a crazy woman constantly throughout the day. Since doing my monthly empties posts, I have been making more of an effort to use up lip balms that I already have, but one or two always manage to sneak into my stash. I have no idea how this happens, honestly, that really wasn't me in The Body Shop during my lunch hour buying another one....I swear! Here's a rundown on my current lip balm stash, plus I decided to throw in my current multipurpose salves for good measure too:-
The Body Shop Vitamin E Lip Care SPF 15
I decided to get this for my upcoming holiday and absolutely love it. It applies so smoothly onto the lips and really moisturises them, as well as having the added benefit of SPF 15. A good one to also use underneath your lipsticks.
Burt's Bees Beeswax Lip Balm
The original cooling menthol one that is loved or hated by a lot of people. It's not my favourite from Burt's Bees (I prefer the Honey formula), but I do love using it during summer when it's hot out.
John Masters Organics Lip Calm
Received this in an Amarya box a while ago and it's very citrusy, which makes it completely different from everything else I use. It's very hydrating too so I like this one a lot.
balance Me Stellar Face Balm*
A recent new discovery for me, this truly is a multipurpose 100% natural balm that can be used everywhere. Apply to any dry skin (lips, cuticles, heels, elbows etc), use it as an overnight face mask for dry skin, dab it on to cold sores and insect bites, rub a little in your hands and smooth flyaway hair, the list is endless!
Karma Naturals Rhubarb and Custard Lip Balm
I've mentioned this in a favourites post before and still love using it. Super moisturising and tastes just like the sweets.
LUSH Honey Trap Lip Balm
This is a sweet vanilla-honey blended with peppermint lip balm that is a little stubborn to use in cold weather because it's quite hard, but it gently melts to an easier consistency in summer and tastes delicious.
balance Me Hydrating Rose Otto and Shea Butter Salve
Another multipurpose product that I've enjoyed using mainly on my cuticles and heels before going to bed. I'm not so keen on the taste of this on my lips though.
LUSH Lemony Flutter
This comes in a HUGE tub that seems to last forever! It's a thick butter that takes a while to sink in, which makes it more than ideal for using at night. I like to use it as an intensive hand and foot cream when they're feeling especially dry in winter and it's also great to use on lips if they get chapped easily in cold weather.
Figs & Rouge Sweet Geranium Balm
I adore the vintage-esque packaging of these 100% organic and natural little tins. The balm has a slight gritty texture to it which helps to very gently exfoliate the areas that you apply it to, as well as soothing and hydrating them. Like the balance Me rose salve, I'm not a fan of the taste of this on my lips, but it's wonderful for everything else like cuticles and taming eyebrows.
Do you hoard lip balms? Which ones are you currently using?
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