MY TOP 3 LIP BALMS #TBT POST {MAY 2019}

I thought this would be a perfect time of the year to throw back to this blogpost that

 I wrote back in May 2019.

Many of us are suffering with dry lips right now due to the cold spell we are having

and below are 3 Lip Balms that I highly recommend and in most cases have re-purchased

several times already.

I will at some point update this list to include 5 Lip Balms,however you can be assured 

that these 3 will still appear on that list.

I hope this helps you if you are looking for a good, effective product to take you through 

Winter and beyond.

Enjoy!

*Please note that prices may have changed since the original reviews were posted*

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I'm never without a lip balm close at hand whether it be in my handbag, in my car,

on my bedside table or on my dressing table... I'm sure you get the picture 

I do love a good lip balm.

I have tried so so many, but I thought I would write this post to let you know which are my

 top 3 and are well worth a spend, they also happen to all be from French brands.

I could have easily made this into a Top 5, but I wanted to just focus on my 3 all time faves

 and the ones that I have permanently on hand.

Click on the PINK LINKS below to read my full reviews on each product.

(The prices on my original reviews may have changed)

LA ROCHE-POSAY 

CICAPLAST 

BARRIER REPAIRING LIP BALM

If you are needing some serious LIP repairing and protecting then just go straight in for this Lip Balm from the French brand that I recommend so ofter - LA ROCHE-POSAY.

It's a "must have" if you suffer from severe dry lips whether it be from extreme cold weather or you have an intolerance to fragrance in lip balms, this product literally 

 covers most issues and is well worth a spend.

To read my full review

CAUDALIE 

LIP CONDITIONER

This Lip Conditioner from the French brand Caudalie is a more recent discovery of mine

and offers the ease of a lipstick type lip balm, that's super easy to whip out 

and apply as often as needed.

It glides easily across the lips and contains a delicate vanilla scent and with its 

anti- oxidant properties it delivers nutrition and protection all day long. 

       To read my full review                    

NUXE

 RÊVE DE MIEL

 ULTRA-NOURISHING LIP BALM

To read my full product review

If I had to give you my absolute best lip balm ever it would be this pot of lip magic

from the French brand NUXE.

Not only is it a multi award winning product,

this best-selling lip balm with Honey and precious oils is highly concentrated in ingredients that nourish, repair, soothe and protect even the driest and most damaged lips  and this deceivingly small pot seems to go on forever, so much so, that I think the packaging may have changed.

I recently featured this product in 

MY TOP 3 "VALUE FOR MONEY" SKINCARE PRODUCTS

To read this blog post

Please let me know in the comments below if you have tried any of these 

and what your thoughts are and also let me know if there are any other lip balms 

that I must try, but remember I've tried many...

Here is a quick link to all my Lip Balm reviews 

NUXE RÊVE DE MIEL LIP MOISTURISING STICK {REVIEW}

I honestly dread to think how many Lip Balms I have used and spent money on over the years, as its always been a part of my beauty regime from way back when I was a teenager and I'm happy to report that they've come on in "leaps and bounds" with regards to research & development since then.

On Beauty Shout Box I have reviewed several Lip Balms etc., some great and some not so great, others just disappointed and some just didn't live up to expectations and my 

latest review on the 

NUXE Rêve de Miel Lip Moisturising Stick 

sadly fell into the latter category...

I recently purchased this Discovery Offer from NUXE which contained one of my 

favourite Hand Creams to read that review and the Lip Balm in a stick form, which I hadn't tried, so it was a good opportunity to put it to the BSB test.

All the Pink Links to previous relevant product reviews will be down below.

My Top 3 Lip Balms (as of May 2019) included the NUXE cult product

NUXE Rêve de Miel Ultra Nourishing Lip Balm

My Top 3 Lip Balms

NUXE Rêve de Miel Ultra Nourishing Lip Balm

  

NUXE say that their Lip Moisturising Stick is an intensive, ultra-nourishing formula, 

with a potent blend of honey, plant oils, shea butter and grapefruit essence, which delivers consistent hydration and protection (particularly in colder, wintry climates) without any irritating stickiness.

I can't really disagree with any of their claims above, as it depends on how dry or chapped your lips feel, I was just expecting the Lip Moisturising Stick to be as nourishing as the their Ultra Nourishing Lip Balm, especially as it also claims to have an ultra-nourishing formula, unfortunately it's a "lightweight" in comparison.

I found the nourishing elements to soon disappear on my lips leaving them

 somewhat dry still and that's something that I don't experience with the 

Ultra Nourishing Lip Balm and something I don't enjoy.

The clear slightly honey scented Lip Moisturising Stick is perfect though for speedy, 

on-the-go use and way more convenient than the pot format.

 It also acts as the perfect base for under the driest of matte liquid lipsticks.

I also discovered that it can also be applied to dry patches anywhere on the skin

and can be soothing on eczema or psoriasis and being packaged in a lipstick ensures

its super quick and easy to both carry and apply.

Contains 90 % natural origin ingredients and does not contain Parabens.

I know this will sound very contradictory, the NUXE Rêve de Miel Lip Moisturising Stick

isn't a bad product by any means, but I can't help compare it to their 

Rêve de Miel Ultra Nourishing Lip Balm, so if you are looking for a super nourishing

lip balm from NUXE and don't mind the pot format, which lasts for ages by the way, 

then skip the Lip Stick and head straight for the pot, but if you want the convenience of being able to apply on the go then the Lip Moisturising Stick is an option and

whilst I will finish this product I wouldn't re-purchase...

NUXE

RÊVE DE MIEL

LIP MOISTURISING STICK

4g

R

105

£

6.50

$

7.20

To read

Previous NUXE Reviews on BSB

NUXE is available in South Africa from 

TRUWORTHS & WOOLWORTHS

MY TOP 3 LIP BALMS {MAY 2019}

I'm never without a lip balm close at hand whether it be in my handbag, in my car,

on my bedside table or on my dressing table... I'm sure you get the picture 

I do love a good lip balm.

I have tried so so many, but I thought I would write this post to let you know which are my top 3 and are well worth a spend, they also happen to all be from French brands.

I could have easily made this into a Top 5, but I wanted to just focus on my 3 all time faves

 and the ones that I have permanently on hand.

Click on the PINK LINKS below to read my full reviews on each product.

(The prices on my original reviews may have changed)

LA ROCHE-POSAY 

CICAPLAST 

BARRIER REPAIRING LIP BALM

If you are needing some serious LIP repairing and protecting then just go straight in for this Lip Balm from the French brand that I recommend so ofter - LA ROCHE-POSAY.

It's a "must have" if you suffer from severe dry lips whether it be from extreme cold weather or you have an intolerance to fragrance in lip balms, this product literally 

 covers most issues and is well worth a spend.

To read my full review

CAUDALIE 

LIP CONDITIONER

This Lip Conditioner from the French brand Caudalie is a more recent discovery of mine

and offers the ease of a lipstick type lip balm, that's super easy to whip out 

and apply as often as needed.

It glides easily across the lips and contains a delicate vanilla scent and with its 

anti- oxidant properties it delivers nutrition and protection all day long. 

       To read my full review                    

NUXE

 RÊVE DE MIEL

 ULTRA-NOURISHING LIP BALM

If I had to give you my absolute best lip balm ever it would be this pot of lip magic

from the French brand NUXE.

Not only is it a multi award winning product,

this best-selling lip balm with Honey and precious oils is highly concentrated in ingredients that nourish, repair, soothe and protect even the driest and most damaged lips  and this deceivingly small pot seems to go on forever, so much so, that I recently

featured this product in 

MY TOP 3 "VALUE FOR MONEY" SKINCARE PRODUCTS

To read this blog post

To read my full product review

Please let me know in the comments below if you have tried any of these 

and what your thoughts are and also let me know if there are any other lip balms 

that I must try, but remember I've tried many...

Here is a quick link to all my Lip Balm reviews

MY TOP 5 MAKE-UP PRODUCTS 2021

I've only 5 Make-Up products on my 2021 list, which is down from

6 products in 2020 here

 and that maybe due to the fact that I have been

more discerning with my make-up purchases during the past year

 and to be honest I'm getting to a point where I feel that I have really

found some wonderful products over the past few years and I'm loathed

to try anything new unless it speaks to me and I mean strongly

speaks to me.

Fortunately, these 5 below did and I wasn't disappointed and would

highly recommend.

Apart from the BURT'S BEES the rest all fall into the Luxury category

and two of the product were first time brands for me

As in 2020, I have 2 products from BY TERRY and I can assure you that

more will be appearing on my Top 2022 list.

Don't forget to Click on the Pink Links below to catch up on my

 Original Reviews. 

1.

BYTERRY

BRIGHTENING CC PALETTE

BEACH BOMB

I deliberated somewhat as to whether I should buy this palette

or not and I'm so glad that I finally saw the light, as this

has been my "go to" since I purchased it back in September.

Presented in a rose-gold embossed palette, which just oozes luxury, feels

so comfortable in the hand and has a great large magnifying mirror in the lid,

 which I do use, as many I don't.

I'm happy to report back that all the colours have been used equally either

 on the cheeks, face and I often apply as eyeshadow.

The colour pay off is good and true and they're easy to apply and blend

and I'm so happy with this multi-tasking palette.

It was a Limited Edition, but I see online that they are still available.

To read my Full Review

2.

BY TERRY

HYALURONIC

HYDRA CONCEALER

My collection of BY TERRY products has grown with each year and

I was excited to add the Hyaluronic Hydra Concealer back in August.

Along with a mascara, concealer is perhaps one of my most used

make-up items, so it's fair to say that I love a good concealer.

In a nutshell the Hyaluronic acid skincare concealer is an

 87% skincare based formula. 

It Hydrates,

Disguises dark circles, 

Plumps and blurs the skin, 

Brightens and protects,

 Buildable coverage and finally its Long-Lasting. 

On paper it seemed like it was a concealer that truly ticked all of my

concealer boxes and being a sucker for treatment based make-up, so

how could I or anyone else not like it, well the truth is I absolutely 

ADORE

this product and BYTERRY have nailed it again and I would go as far to say

 it's my No 1 concealer of all time.

To read my Full Review

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3.

CHANEL

LES BEIGES

FRESH-WATER TINT

Again this was another Luxury product that I dilly-dallied over

partially due to the price and did I need this type of a "barely there"

type of face tint product.

Well it appears that I did and I've been loving it, especially during 

these hot Summer months.

This was also, my first purchase ever of a Chanel Beauty product.

This lightweight, hydrating and instantly refreshing, the ultra-light formula

 is composed of 75% and can be used either on its own, 

under or over foundation.

I personally have only tried the "use on its own" method and it's like 

no other product that I have ever tried and whilst it offers zero coverage

it does reveal a radiant, healthy, glowing and hydrated complexion 

and I absolutely love everything about this product, 

with one exception...THE PRICE! and if your beauty budget can stretch,

then again, I highly recommend.

To read my Full Review

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4.

DIOR

LIP ADDICT

LIP GLOW BALM

I am a self confessed Lip Balm addict , as I have said on many occasions

and I am never too far away from one, however of late I have been 

"pushing out the spend boat" with this

 DIOR LIP GLOW LIP BALM

This was also my first DIOR spend for many a year.

Considering the price I was expecting great things from this product and 

on paper it looked promising, as this is the 1st Dior lip balm formulated

 with 97% natural-origin ingredients that

 subtly revives the natural colour of lips with a custom glow for 6h and 

hydrates the lips for 24h.

Multi-use, Dior Addict Lip Glow can be worn on its own as a lip balm

 or as a primer under lipstick, however I tended to wear it alone.

Did it turn out to be as promising on the lips as it did on paper?

Yes it did and this product may have ignited a DIOR flame

to try further Lip Addict products and shades.

To read my Full review

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5.

BURTS BEES

LIP BALMS

During 2021 I was introduced to the USA brand BURT'S BEES and have

 since become a huge fan of their Lip Balms.

I have cheated a little, as I have 3 favourites, so I've listed them all

under one. I have even included their Cuticle Cream in my 

Top Hair & Body Products of 2021.

In my opinion they have nailed ''all things'' lip balms and whether 

you are looking for a traditional moisturising natural lip balm, one with

a shimmer or a tinted lip balm you really can't go wrong with the

BURT'S BEES products, after all they have been perfecting their

Lip Balm art since 1984.

Tinted Lip Balm Review

Lip Shimmer Review

Mango Lip Balm Review

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If you would like to read my other Top posts for 2021

My Top 5 Hair & Body Products 2021

My Top 4 Most Disappointing Products 2021

Let me know in the comments below if you agree or disagree

 with any of my recommendations above.

BURT'S BEES MOISTURISING MANGO LIP BALM REVIEW

If you've been around Beauty Shout Box for a while you will already

know that I love a good Lip balm and that I am a bit of a self confessed addict.

 It also doesn't matter whether they're from a luxury brand or the local

drugstore, I'm drawn to all things Lip Balm.

I was recently sent this fruity little Mango number from 

Burt's Bees 

and after strawberries, my 2nd fave fruit is mango, so this product

 immediately pleased me on 2 counts.

Seeing it's the first time I'm reviewing anything from this US brand I

always like to give you a short overview of the brand.

Burt’s ­Bees® has been offering distinctive earth-friendly, natural health 

and beauty care products for 30 years. 

From a beekeeper’s backyard in Maine to the leading edge of natural, 

Burt’s Bees knows natural body care solutions from head-to-toe and operates 

with The Greater Good™ top of mind.

 No parabens, phthalates, petrolatum or SLS and no animal testing. 

Everyone has a Lip Balm on hand and in my case I have dozens, 

you'll find several in my purse, my car, in my bedside drawers, 

on my dressing table and sometimes left in clothes pockets and whilst 

mulling this over, I can officially announce that I have more Lip Balms

 dotted around the house than I have hand sanitisers and that's

quite a claim, as I have a hand sanitiser in every room.

 Burt’s Bees classic Beeswax Lip Balm has become a staple worldwide and they

also have a variety of exotic flavours.

Each of these exotic balms is infused with real natural ingredients to nourish lips, 

like Mango Butter, Pomegranate Oil, Pink Grapefruit, 

Vanilla and more and I've already spotted a Strawberry, Vanilla Bean, 

and a rather delicious sounding Coconut & Pear.

Burt’s Bees Mango Butter 

Moisturizing Lip Balm

A paradise for your lips. 

Burt's Bees Mango Lip Balm is made with Mango Butter, a naturally 

nourishing balm that smoothes dry lips. 

Hydrate you lips with this tropical twist on moisture.

 Key ingredients:

Mango Butter

Coconut Oil

100% Natural

In my experience I often find the drugstore brands lean

more towards that vaseline feel, which ultimately results in

a quick re-application, but I didn't find that with the Burts Bees.

Initially after comforting and nourishing my lips it soon settled 

to have a more matte, as opposed to a shiny greasy finish.

The mango flavour, whilst delicate isn't too overpowering that

you are compelled to lick your lips all the time.

I'm so enjoying this lip balm, as it feels way more luxurious on the

lips than I expected it to and at only R67 I can now add even

more Lip balms to my ever growing collection or should I say addiction,

I'm also happy to announce that I have some more Burt's Bees products to 

review in the coming months and despite being most well known

for their lip care products, yet in certain markets they offer ranges 

to care for the hands, face, body and even a make-up collection.

Burt's Bees launched here in South Arica in 2019

 and is available

from Dischem and Takealot

Burt’s Bees

Mango Butter 

Moisturizing Lip Balm

4.25g

R

75

(Dischem currently retailing for R67)

£

3.99

$

3.59