This lip balm focuses on barrier support with ceramides, making it a good choice for lips that feel dry or chapped. It's straightforward and effective for its intended purpose.
Sephora price
$16.00
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Sephora reviews
4.2 / 5
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Glass take
4.2 / 5 overall fit
A solid, no-fuss balm for dry lips. It hydrates well and can double as a lipstick primer.
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View SephoraWhat Sephora says
An intensely moisturizing lip balm infused with Ceramide NP that softens skin faster than you can say mwah and keeps lips looking healthy. Dermatologist tested.
Apply a small amount of lip balm to lips as often as needed.
If desired, use as a primer for lipstick or lip gloss.
What Glass adds
A reliable lip balm for daily hydration and barrier support. It's a good option if your lips need a boost of moisture and ceramides, and it performs well under lipstick.
Comfort and wear
Users appreciate the balm's comfortable feel and its ability to keep lips moisturized throughout the day without feeling heavy.
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Routine fit
Apply this balm any time your lips feel dry. It can be used in the morning, throughout the day, or as the last step in your nighttime routine. It also works well as a base before applying lipstick or gloss.
Why it works
The useful question is not whether this product is good in a vacuum. It is whether it makes your routine easier to run or just adds one more bottle with a familiar ingredient on it.
What it actually does well
Where it starts to feel redundant
Routine fit
When to use
Apply as needed throughout the day for continuous hydration. It can also be used as a nourishing treatment overnight.
Glass rating
A solid, no-fuss balm for dry lips. It hydrates well and can double as a lipstick primer.
Hydration
4.5 / 5
Delivers immediate and lasting moisture to combat dryness and flakiness.
Texture
4.0 / 5
A comfortable, non-greasy balm that glides on smoothly.
Full ingredient breakdown
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
A blend of fatty alcohols that helps to soften and smooth the skin, improving its texture and suppleness.
Usually helps with
Dryness, texture improvement
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None
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
A plant-derived ester that provides a smooth, non-greasy feel and helps to condition the lips.
Usually helps with
Softening, conditioning
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None
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
A synthetic ester that forms a protective barrier on the skin, preventing moisture loss and leaving lips feeling soft.
Usually helps with
Moisture barrier, softening
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None
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
A synthetic polymer that creates a smooth, occlusive layer, helping to seal in moisture.
Usually helps with
Occlusion, moisture retention
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None
Emulsifier
Badness
1.0 / 10
A complex ingredient that helps to blend oil and water components, contributing to a smooth texture.
Usually helps with
Texture, stability
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None
Viscosity Controller
Badness
1.0 / 10
A natural wax that helps to thicken the formula and provide structure.
Usually helps with
Formula texture
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None
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
A fatty acid ester that provides a smooth, non-tacky feel and helps to condition the lips.
Usually helps with
Emollience, conditioning
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None
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
A fatty acid ester derived from vegetable sources, known for its moisturizing and skin-conditioning properties.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, skin conditioning
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None
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
A blend of fatty acids that mimics the skin's natural lipids, providing nourishment and improving texture.
Usually helps with
Nourishment, texture
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None
Thickener
Badness
1.0 / 10
A synthetic ingredient used to thicken the formula and improve its texture.
Usually helps with
Texture, thickening
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None
Film Former
Badness
1.0 / 10
A polymer that forms a flexible film on the skin, helping to lock in moisture.
Usually helps with
Moisture retention, film forming
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None
Film Former
Badness
1.0 / 10
A silicone-based ingredient that creates a smooth feel and can help to mattify.
Usually helps with
Smoothness, texture
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None
Film Former
Badness
1.0 / 10
A polymer that helps to form a continuous film on the lips, providing hold and protection.
Usually helps with
Film forming, hold
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None
Active
Badness
2.0 / 10
A key lipid that helps to restore and maintain the skin's natural barrier function, crucial for preventing moisture loss and protecting against irritants.
Usually helps with
Barrier repair, hydration, dryness
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Generally well-tolerated, but always patch test new ingredients.
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
A polymer that contributes to the texture and feel of the product, helping to create a smooth application.
Usually helps with
Texture, emollience
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None
Emollient
Badness
2.0 / 10
Sea buckthorn oil, rich in fatty acids and antioxidants, known for its nourishing and skin-repairing properties.
Usually helps with
Nourishment, skin repair, antioxidant support
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Can be potent; patch test if you have very sensitive skin.
Antioxidant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A synthetic antioxidant that helps to protect the formula from degradation.
Usually helps with
Formula stability
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None
Preservative
Badness
2.0 / 10
A mild preservative that helps to prevent microbial growth in the product.
Usually helps with
Product preservation
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Generally considered safe, but some individuals may experience sensitivity.
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FAQ
Yes, this balm is specifically formulated for dry lips and contains ceramides to help restore the skin barrier and lock in moisture.
Absolutely. It can be used as a hydrating primer for lipstick or lip gloss, creating a smooth base.
