My perfect lip balm should be moisturizing, but not too greasy. It should contain antioxidants and emollients. It should NOT contain any known irritants. (For a list and the effects of these, go to Paula's Choice.com) It should come in a variety of shades- clear, light pink, dark pink, et cetera. It should have a barest hint of shimmer. It should last at least two hours and should have at SPF 15.
I know- a hefty list. Some of my favorites come close, though.
First, Maybelline Baby Lips. Love the shimmer and color of Peach Kiss. They have SPF 15! Unfortunately, they are made with irritants which will actually damage your lips in the long run.
Next, Covergirl Jumbo Gloss Balm. Love the colors, there is a wide variety. Last a decent amount of time. Unfortunately, I don't find them moisturizing enough and find myself having to use another balm underneath. Also, no SPF.
Also, Burt's Bee's Tinted Lip Balms. I really like the color and it's very moisturizing. Unfortunately, it doesn't have the best staying power and has no SPF.
Last, EOS lip balms. I love love love love love the packaging. I just want to buy them all and keep them on a shelf just to look at! Super moisturizing. However, they are all clear and have no SPF.
If only there was a product that had the shimmer and sun protection of Baby lips, the color and long wearing quality of the Jumbo Gloss balm, the moisture of Burt's Bee's and the packaging of EOS. I would buy the whole stock.
