From sun protection staples to seasonal switch-ups, discover the lip balms worth pouting about
From burning easily when the sun appears to drying out during a cold snap, our lips can be the first to freak out when the weather takes a turn. That’s why daily care for your lips is just as important as the rest of your skincare regime.
Lip service
We get it, when your skincare routine already consists of eye cream, serums, moisturisers and SPF, it can be easy to forget to look after your lips. But lip care doesn’t have to be lengthy – just a simple swipe of an SPF-infused lip balm (then toss it in your bag for later), can make all the difference and leave you with a pout you’ll be proud of.
Struggling to remember to apply your lip protection? These handy tips can help…
- Make lip care part of your beauty routine. Apply your lip product as the final step of your morning and evening skincare regime, or after you’ve brushed your teeth, so it’s a daily habit
- Pick a product with a flavour you find frankly irresistible and can’t help but reapply!
- Keep ‘em handy – invest in a few of your fave lip products and dot them around your regular spots (on the bedside table, by the kettle, on your desk…) as a visual reminder
- Pick a product that does more than one job – choose a formula that offers sun protection and hydration as well as ticking another box, like a sheer wash of colour, so you’re more likely to reach for it
If you haven’t found a lip product you like yet, we can help with that too. Ready to meet your lip balm BFF?
Lip balm SPF &… long-lasting protection
Whether you lead an active lifestyle or you’re planning your next adventure, choose a lip balm that offers long-wear protection so you know you’re always covered.
Try: Soltan Active 8 Hour Protect 2 in 1 Suncare SPF 50+
• Size: 20ml
• SPF 50+
• Suitable for adults & children
• Up to 8 hours sun protection, including 3 hours of water protection, in just one application*
• Vegan-friendly**
• Dermatologically tested
From swimming to skiing, this water and sweat-resistant formula offers the reassurance of long-lasting sun protection for sensitive areas like the lips, ears and face. Apply it as a lip balm when you’re on the go or unscrew the top and use it like a lotion on other areas.
Lip balm SPF &… your new go-to lip shimmer
It’s the ultimate make-up-meets-skincare hack: a tinted lip balm that offers sun protection. One less thing to throw in your bag, one less thing to think about – without compromising on looking like an absolute icon at all times.
Try: Ultra Violette Sheen Screen SPF 50 Hydrating Lip Balm Bejewelled
• Size: 15g
• SPF 50
Check out this super-nourishing (hello, lanolin) lip balm which offers a hint of tint, a slick of shine and a fresh peppermint scent. Did we mention it’s also SPF 50? Skincare, sun protection and style – this one ticks all the boxes. Throw it in your bag and thank us later.
Lip balm SPF &… so much more
The key phrase here is ‘work smarter, not harder’. Pick a product that offers skincare, sun protection, a hint of shimmer and can be used on various areas of the face, for the ultimate win.
Try: No7 Anti-Ageing Shimmering Lip Balm & Eye Screen SPF 30
• Size: 3g
• SPF 30
• Water resistant
What’s better than a shimmering lip balm that also doubles as sun protection? A shimmering, skin protecting balm that you can use on your eye area, too. This one contains antioxidants that support the skin’s natural defences and also helps prevent long term sun damage.
Lip balm SPF &… a mouth-watering scent
Always forgetting to reapply your lip protection? Then make it irresistible! Choose a lip balm with added SPF and a scent you simply can’t get enough of. It’s like a few seconds of self-care with every swipe.
Try: Bondi Sands Lip Balm with SPF 50+ Toasted Coconut
• Size: 10g
• SPF 50+
Hydrate, soothe and protect your lips the Bondi way with this super-nourishing formula. Apply throughout the day, whatever the weather, for looked-after lips and let the toasted coconut scent transport you to a tropical climate.
Lip balm SPF &… year-round protection
Need a simple solution that gets the job done? Get ahead of the game by investing in a lip product that will help protect your pout all year round.
Try: Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Lip Protectant Stick SPF 15
• Size: 3.7g
• SPF 15
It’s the iconic Eight Hour formula in a lip balm. From winter winds to sun damage and everything in between, this balm has you covered whatever the forecast. Slick it on alone or under lipstick to help protect, moisturise, soften and soothe.
Lip balm SPF &… daily defence
If you’re looking for a fuss-free lip protection solution, choose a simple yet effective formula that delivers results without the fanfare.
Try: Boots SPF+ Daily Suncare Lip Balm SPF 50
• Size: 15ml
• SPF 50
• Fragrance free
• Vegan-friendly formula**
Low-maintenance, high performance lip care? Consider it done with this daily lip protection pick. No scent, no shine – this no-nonsense transparent balm is enriched with shea butter to moisturise and hydrate while SPF 30 protects from premature skin ageing and sun-induced skin damage.
Lip balm SPF &… an iconic formula
One of the easiest ways to add SPF to your lip care routine is to switch out your favourite lip balm with an SPF-infused version.
Try: Carmex Moisturising Lip Balm SPF 15 Cherry
• Size: 7.5g
• SPF 15
Bursting with fruity cherry flavour, this multitasking lip balm pot is infused with SPF 15 to protect your pout while soothing and moisturising lips. Pop it in your pocket and apply it alone, or before or after lipstick, for a hit of hydration any time.
Take a look at our whole range of SPF lip balms and remember, whatever lip care looks like to you, we’ve got the perfect product to help protect your pout. Mwah!
