How to Pick a Lip Balm

Buying a lip balm may seem like an easy-peasy affair, but there are a lot of factors to consider if you want to choose a chapstick that is perfect for your skin type. Each person has a different need when it comes to lip balms. While some of you may want to protect your lips from the harsh winters, others may want a balm that comes with SPF protection.

Since the market is flooded with countless options when it comes to lip balms, choosing one from thousand can get quite confusing. This is why we have come up with a list of factors that you may want to consider before you choose to buy a lip product such as balm.

So, the next time you go shopping, here is the list of 9 factors to keep in mind:

Factors to Look for When Buying a Lip Balm

1. How will you apply it?

One of the primary things to consider is how you want to apply your lip balm because there are several types out there. For example, if you buy a small tub of lip butter, you will have to use your fingers for the application. On the other hand, if you use a roll-on chapstick, all you have to do is open the cap and glide on the balm over your lips. There are also tubes, where you can squeeze in a little bit of the product and apply it directly on to your lips from the tube.

• Using your fingers at all times may not be hygienic. Also, it is not very convenient when you are on-the-go
• Roll-on sticks are very easy to use and you can apply it wherever you are without any hassle

2. What type of balm do you need

• Severe dry lips: For severely damaged lips, you will need a balm that suits those requirements. You will need to go for a night lip repair cream. And for a day, a good lip butter with shea or coconut oil will work the best.
• Moderate to normal: Those with this condition, need not go for balms that are too rich. They can use lip balms that are made out of mango seed oil or other oil-based balms.

3. What purposes can it be used for

Are you using a lip balm only to moisturise your lips or are you also looking for some cosmetic value like a hint of colour or gloss?

4. What are the ingredients used

If you are not able to read the ingredients or understand the composition in the product that you areplanning to buy, it means that there are chemicals that you do not understand. Lip balms made with chemical substances may seem like they are very hydrating on the surface but in reality, they may be drying out your lips. This is why it is very important to know what actually goes into your lip butter.

Natural lip balms will penetrate better and keep your lips moisturized for a longer period of time.