Our Editors’ Favorite Lip Balms
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Lip balms are the unsung heroes of your makeup bag—or all bags, really. What good is a beautiful red lipstick if your lips are dry underneath? What’s worse than that chapped lip sting mid-December? These are the lip saviors with the Yahoo Beauty seal of approval.
Yes To Coconut Cooling Lip Oil ($5)
“I just can’t get into waxy balms, but this lip oil is something else entirely. The texture is reassuringly thick without being gloppy, plus its shiny finish makes my lips look nicer. And it works, thanks to natural ingredients like coconut and avocado oils.” —Annie Tomlin
Kiehl’s Scented Lip Balm #1 in Mango ($9)
“With a sweet mango scent, this ultra hydrating lip balm takes your senses back to St. Lucia—even if you are just at your desk.” —Sara Bliss
ByTerry Baume de Rose ($60)
“The first time I read about this, the Olsens had named it their favorite. I went to buy it and was like, ‘$60?! Forget it!’ But then someone gifted me a jar and I got it—it’s the most luxurious thing you could possibly throw in your makeup bag. The hydrating gloss delivers a rich (and not at all sticky) shine that instantly pulls your face together.” —Britt Aboutaleb
OWN Beauty Day Lip Treatment in Lemon + Cucumber ($8)
“The unique cone shape of this new balm immediately caught my attention, but its ability to revive my constantly dry lips secured it a home in my purse. The scent is refreshing and unique, and I love how the rollerball feels cool and soothing as the light cream full of natural ingredients soaks into my lips.” —Joanna Douglas
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Earth Tu Face Skin Stick ($34)
“I love this balm because it’s crazy hydrating and smells amazing. It’s also all purpose, so I’m guilty of applying it on dry elbows and cuticles.” —Alexandra Perron
La Mer The Lip Balm ($55)
“This pretty round of balm is the bomb. It hydrates and smooths your lips leaving them feeling nourished and soft. Perfect for adding moisture back after my long days of travel, or making super kissable lips for coming home to my hubs.” —Tara Tersigni
Lucas Papaw Ointment ($12)
“After hearing enough makeup artists rave about this Australian balm, I needed a tube. I might have bought it for my lips, but I use it on my cuticles, cheekbones, and eyelids too.” —Laura Cates
EOS Lip Balm ($3)
“For a mere 3 bucks, this little globular pot brings me a lot of happiness. Besides being incredibly effective lip balm, I love the design because you can get your whole mouth with one swipe. It’s also very easy to find in a cluttered bag. And they all smell divine. (Also doubles as a great hair wax to tame frizzy flyaways in the winter.)” —Cheryl Wischhover
