No matter what time of year it is, a good lip balm is always a staple product to have on hand. Just as important as it is to have a moisturizing lotion for your hands, it’s crucial to make sure you are never caught with chapped lips. Dry, flaky skin can ruin your lip colour, create an off-putting appearance, and be uncomfortable to boot.
Getting the most out of your lip balm depends on making sure that it’s the best choice for the season.
1. Winter
Probably the most important time to always have lip balm on hand is during the winter months. Choose creamy, ultra-moisturizing ingredients for your balmswhen it’s chilly out. Look for shea butter, coconut oil, cocoa butter, and other moisture-rich ingredients to be sure your lips will be well protected in the frost. As an added bonus, deep tinted lip balms in shades of plum and burgundy are perfect for moisturizing with a hint of seasonal colour.
2. Spring
During the spring months, a lighter balm would suffice in comparison to the colder months. With the fresh colour palette that this time of year brings, a lip balm with a bit of glossy shine will add a natural glowy effect to your look.
3. Summer
As the sun shines brighter and the temperatures rise, it’s important to protect your skin from the harsh rays. Look for a lip balm that contains sunscreen. To ensure you are adequately protected, aim for an SPF level of 15. Tinted lip balms in shades of rose pink are an easy way to incorporate a bit of colour into your look.
4. Autumn
Autumn is a perfect time to incorporate spicier lip balms into your routine. Balms in seasonal flavours such as cinnamon, vanilla, and caramel are a wonderful way to transition into the cooler months. This is also a great time to start wearing deeper tints of lip balms.
There is an ideal lip balm for every season of the year: simple changes will keep your lips soft and plump all year long. So nobody – at least us, the beauty conscious – will blame you if your lippie collection grows out of control!
Valentina Chirico aka Valens
