Things to know-
1.If it has shea butter, it's got mega moisture, many of those listed below fall into this category.
2. The more thick, and viscous a balm, the more barrier protection from wind it will give you. Ones like the Clinique listed below as well as old standy Aquaphor which now comes in a handy lip treatment tube fit this type.
That said, here is my list of personal favorites that work in freezing cold. There are plenty other balms I love and use in milder, say 40-50 degree weather. But for the coldest times, these get highest marks. Links will go to my original review if there was one.
Philosophy Kiss me Tonight- Also should be called The Lifesaver or maybe LipSaver. This is meant as an overnight treatment, but can be used daytime as well, it just doesn't lend itself to being used under lipcolor. It's a thick, jelly balm which makes a coating on lips. Its stays there long and is super healing and softening with shea and mango butters One of the few products I keep a backup of.
Clarins Colour Quench Balm - The balm you want if you want major moisture , gloss and color in one. These pack more pigment than most balms and come in a huge color selection from light to bright. They also have shea butter, vitamin E and a nice fruity scent. You'll see my original post dates to 2007, these have been a staple for a longtime.
Bobbi Brown Creamy Lipcolor- Lipstick with shea butter. When you want lipstick but you need help with chapped lips, look here. These have nice pigment, are a lipstick tube but pack much more moisture than most lipsticks. I use my nude shade, Bronzed Pink, all winter every year. It's what I usually reach for when I want lipstick not balm. L'Occitane Pure Shea Butter- The small tin of pure shea butter is just what lips need . Apply right on for healing and moisture . The real deal , simple and basic but nothing works like pure shea.
Clinique Super Balm Moisturizing Gloss- As the name says it's a glossy balm. It's also thick enough to stand up to wind and cold. The colors are sheer and the formula has aloe vera and vitamin E.
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L'Occitane Pure Shea Butter - I have used shea butter for years. Similarly, I have liked L'Occitane products. You can get shea butter for cheaper, but this is very good quality shea butter that is organic and fair traded. I use this primarily on my skin for the harsh, cold dry winters. It's good on all the tough areas such as lips, face, hands, etc. I use it as a daily moisturizer in the nigh and my skin is soft and silky by morning. Shea butter also has built in SPF8 and it can be mixed in with other natural moisturizers. People with dry hair or scalp can use this as well. I'm not a huge fan of the tin. I actually like the look of it but mine can be rather difficult to open for some reason so I never fully close it. L'Occitane products are a treat for me and I only ever buy them in Europe because I can't justify the expense otherwise. I would buy this product again, but I still have so much of it left. It's a big tin and it will last awhile.
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