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Marisa Garshick, MD, a board-certified dermatologist in NYC.
So,Byrdie editors decided totestdozens of popular and highly rated options for two weeks.
Naana Boakye MD, MPH, FAAD.
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All-in-all, we highly recommend this one to anyone who wants a balm thatsequal parts makeup and skincare.
We also like that itlayers nicely with other lip productsbecause its not too creamy or oily.
We can confirm: Its popular for good reason.
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It also features a subtle vanilla scent.
Our one con is that the thick formula can get stopped up in the opening of the tube.
Weve seen online reviewers say this also happened to them, so we hope the brand adjusts the packaging.
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The texture is non-sticky and buildable, and itsfragrance-free and suitable for all skin types.
Plus, it can be used on other areas of the body to soothe and protect dryness.
However, this one from Topicalslasts for nearly eight hoursunless its disturbed by a greasy meal.
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It features a moisturizing cocktail ofhyaluronic acid,ceramides, andglycerinthat goes to work on dry lips.
It also has a minty scent and flavor that helps freshen your breath.
During testing, we enjoyed how soft this felt on our lips and that formulawasnt greasy or sticky.
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We love this one from Blistex because it does exactly that.
But, the tingling goes away relatively fast and the effectiveness and affordability of the product outweigh the cons.
It contains peptides andvitamin C, both of which can be effective line-smoothing ingredients.
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According to senior editorAlly Hirchlag, the balm really gets the job done.
And once its on the lips, it keeps themhydrated for several hourswithout needing to re-apply.
Our one gripe is that the formula is tough to squeeze out of the packing.
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But considering how effective the formula is, we can look past this.
It has a rich, slightly tacky texture that envelopes the lips in hydration and a wet-looking shine.
Once you apply a generous layer, it keeps your lips feeling comfortable all day or night.
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Even though it’s thick, it doesn’t feel sticky or create a gummy residue.
We found that itkept our lips nourished for several hoursat a time.
Its got a slightly more lightweight texture and is housed in more portable packaging.
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The formula is incredibly creamy andfeels pillowy-soft on the lips.
When you first apply it, its like hopping into a warm bathsuper comforting.
Its certainly a moisturizing formula, but its not the most long-lasting option on the market.
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But because its easy to re-apply and it layers beautifully with other products, we dont mind this.
It combines castor seed oil, shea butter, andchamomileessence tonourish and soothe dry, irritated lips.
We also appreciate that its fragrance-free and dye-free, and was createdspecifically for those with sensitive skin.
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After analyzing their insights and talking to experts, she narrowed it down to these high-quality products.
Alyssa has been a writer at Byrdie since 2022, where she covers all things beauty.
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