Why it's great: Though originally formulated for men, our readers note that this popular lip balm is "great for us gals too!" And after praising its many positive attributes from its included SPF to its non-sticky sheen, one reviewer confessed, "I am a lip balm addict. This is the one I stash everywhere."
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 9.4*
Why it's great: Readers claim this lip balm is "the only product that worked for healing very dry and cracked lips, especially during the winter months."
"Lips are hydrated by the balm's famed thermal spring water and protected with antioxidants," one user explains. "Avène Cold Cream Lip Balm is to die for." It's the Holy Grail for dry lips.
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 9.5*
Why it's great: "It's great moisture from lips to tips," claims one user. "It provides your lips with lasting softness, and it makes a great cuticle softener." Other reviewers say they love the subtle, but energizing, lavender smell and the immediate relief this lip balm brings to their dry pouts. "The first thing I noticed was the relief," one user says. "Whatever is in this lip balm heals and gives great protection." One reviewer from the Midwest says it's her "go-to during the harsh winter months."
Why it's great: Believe the hype on this one: It really soothes like no other," writes one reviewer, who also adds that the formula is great for hydrating sensitive lips. Plus, as another reader notes, "A little goes a very long way. This tube lasts a long time for the money."
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 9.5*
Why it's great: Readers love the "barely-there" look and feel of this lip balm, which they claim provides noticeable relief to dry lips. "It leaves a glossy finish on lips and no stickiness," one user shares. "It's a very thin formula, so you won't feel it on, but it's very hydrating and gets the job done." Reviewers are also impressed with the fast-acting formula, saying their lips feel soft and smooth immediately after applying this product. They swear it's a must-have for dry lips in extreme conditions. "This works on my severely dry, cracked lips," one user writes. "Blistex products work great for them."
How many times a day do you apply lip balm? According to a poll we posted on our Facebook page, the average woman uses lip balm anywhere from two to 30 times a day. Yeah, you read that right — 30 times.
Compared to its more glamorous cousins, lipstick and lip gloss, lip balm gets no love — until you're suffering from dry lips. However, it's something that you'll find at the bottom of practically every woman's purse for good reason: With all the stuff we put on our lips, lip balm is a moisturizing must that preps the pout for a smooth, even application of lip color.
Luckily, lip balm has come a long way from good ol' Vaseline. From lip balms that impart gorgeous berry colors to those that offer a whopping SPF 35, there's no shortage when it comes to the variety of lip balms available. So to help you discover the crème de la crème, we compiled reviews on the best lip balms sure to soothe dry lips. With this list in hand, you'll know exactly which lip balms have the potential to be your new favorites.
