Makeup

7 Best Lip Balms -- and the 5 Worst

You know how a great lip balm gets your lips smooth and soft instantly -- and a bad one takes forever to work (if it works at all)? Here's what to pick, and what to skip, for your softest lips ever

The Best No. 3: LaRocca Shield Multi-Active Lip Balm, $15 TotalBeauty.com Average Member Rating: 9.6*
Why it's great: From the applicator to the texture, reviewers had many positive things to say about this lip balm. One reader writes, "I've tried so many lip balms but I like everything about LaRocca's! It has a nice texture, and I especially like the built in applicator, because I hate sticking my finger into pots, then smearing product onto my lips! It's instantly soothing with a pleasant light scent. Your lips will feel immediately smooth, I love it!" Another fan writes, "I love all of the LaRocca products and their lip shield is no different! It moisturizes without feeling greasy and it also has sun protection. The best thing about the product is that it makes your lips feel great and look great! I give this product a 10-plus!"

*At time of publication

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The very best lip balm is Cocoa Butter Lip Balm by "Cococare! The cost is only $1.99 at any beauty supply store. It is rich and creamy and repaired my slightly dry lips over night... and I've tried all those mentioned above.

by hotpick Saturday, April 20, 2013 at 07:19AM Report as inappropriate

hurraw lip balms are great too

by ellen_waiyan_kar Friday, April 12, 2013 at 01:56AM Report as inappropriate

Thinking about trying some of these.

by Monique3 Sunday, March 31, 2013 at 10:08AM Report as inappropriate

i try the one name "WoRa" its coconut blam but with orange flavor great smell and taste , BEST BALM I'VE EVER USED

by cuzidk_cuzidk Sunday, March 10, 2013 at 02:46PM Report as inappropriate

I've tried a bunch, most of them are awful.

by yestfl Monday, March 4, 2013 at 09:00PM Report as inappropriate

I might try the Rose Salve and Beecology based on this, but I'm very disappointed that Burt's Bees -- my staple -- isn't mentioned.

by purple9a Sunday, March 3, 2013 at 10:09AM Report as inappropriate

Wish I'd read this before ordering one of the balms on the worst list. I haven't received it yet. I'll have to let you know if I too think it's the worst

by Chica181 Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at 06:00PM Report as inappropriate