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Finding the perfect makeup is hard, but finding a perfect chapstick? Should be easy right? It can actually be tricky they can be too sticky, too greasy, too stinky. Well, we've got your problem licked. We slathered on every balm we could 62 in all to find the prettiest, most moisturizing, and yummiest-smelling ones out there. Dry lips be gone! These 11 topped the lists.
Best Clear Balms
Blistex Lip Medex
($2, Drugstore.com)
"I love the texture it's lighter than most medicated balms and seals in moisture. And it has a nice clove smell."
The Body Shop Lip Butter
($6, The Body Shop)
"The texture and flavor combined are like buttercream frosting."
Caudalíe Lip Conditioner
($12, Caudalíe)
"This smooth balm has a faint scent of vanilla lightly sweet."
Lather Lip Conditioning Balm
($8, Lather)
"This is so creamy and soothing. I'd put it on before bed."
Vaseline Lip Therapy
($2, Drugstore.com)
"This doesn't need to be constantly reapplied; it keeps your lips soft even when it's worn off."
EOS Smooth Sphere
($3, evolutionofsmooth.com)
"Not only does the organic formula give my lips long-lasting hydration, but the round shape makes it easy to locate at the bottom of my cluttered bag."
Nivea Lip Care A Kiss Of Moisture
($2, Drugstore.com)
"Super moisturizing without being too heavy."
Best Balms with SPF
Bobbi Brown Lip Balm SPF 15
($15, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics)
"This made my lips very glossy good for a night on the town."
Fresh Sugar Lip Treatment
SPF 15 ($22, Fresh)
"It made my lips feel soft and smooth, and I love the lemony smell."
Neutrogena MoistureShine Tinted Lip Balm SPF 20 in Sunny
($7, Neutrogena)
"This balm is so rich that it cured my dry lips in 2 days."
Best Tinted Balms
Benefit Benetint Lip Balm
($18, Benefit Cosmetics)
"The color is a very subtle pink. It's perfect for fair skin."
Kiehl's Lip Balm SPF 15 Hue 30G
($7.50, Kiehls)
"Great for work shiny and subtle but redder than my natural color."
L'Occitane Tinted Shea Butter Balm in Vanilla
($13, L'Occitane)
"It made my lips look lush and shiny, with the perfect hint of color."
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Last updated: March 18, 2010 Issue date: March 2006
CHAPSTICK & LIP BALMS
Soothe Dry Lips with These Balms
Pretty, plump lips au naturel
Finding the perfect makeup is hard, but finding a perfect chapstick? Should be easy right? It can actually be tricky they can be too sticky, too greasy, too stinky. Well, we've got your problem licked. We slathered on every balm we could 62 in all to find the prettiest, most moisturizing, and yummiest-smelling ones out there. Dry lips be gone! These 11 topped the lists.
Best Clear Balms
Blistex Lip Medex
($2, Drugstore.com)
"I love the texture it's lighter than most medicated balms and seals in moisture. And it has a nice clove smell."
The Body Shop Lip Butter
($6, The Body Shop)
"The texture and flavor combined are like buttercream frosting."
Caudalíe Lip Conditioner
($12, Caudalíe)
"This smooth balm has a faint scent of vanilla lightly sweet."
Lather Lip Conditioning Balm
($8, Lather)
"This is so creamy and soothing. I'd put it on before bed."
Vaseline Lip Therapy
($2, Drugstore.com)
"This doesn't need to be constantly reapplied; it keeps your lips soft even when it's worn off."
EOS Smooth Sphere
($3, evolutionofsmooth.com)
"Not only does the organic formula give my lips long-lasting hydration, but the round shape makes it easy to locate at the bottom of my cluttered bag."
Nivea Lip Care A Kiss Of Moisture
($2, Drugstore.com)
"Super moisturizing without being too heavy."
Best Balms with SPF
Bobbi Brown Lip Balm SPF 15
($15, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics)
"This made my lips very glossy good for a night on the town."
Fresh Sugar Lip Treatment
SPF 15 ($22, Fresh)
"It made my lips feel soft and smooth, and I love the lemony smell."
Neutrogena MoistureShine Tinted Lip Balm SPF 20 in Sunny
($7, Neutrogena)
"This balm is so rich that it cured my dry lips in 2 days."
Best Tinted Balms
Benefit Benetint Lip Balm
($18, Benefit Cosmetics)
"The color is a very subtle pink. It's perfect for fair skin."
Kiehl's Lip Balm SPF 15 Hue 30G
($7.50, Kiehls)
"Great for work shiny and subtle but redder than my natural color."
L'Occitane Tinted Shea Butter Balm in Vanilla
($13, L'Occitane)
"It made my lips look lush and shiny, with the perfect hint of color."
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Last updated: March 18, 2010 Issue date: March 2006
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