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SPF everyday is the golden rule but it is too easy to forget to protect our lips. Thankfully there are numerous lip balm SPF’s available to pop in your pocket for easy touch ups on the go. I’ve rounded up four from affordable to luxury to give your lips some much needed TLC!
Why do your lips need SPF?
Our delicate lip skin is thinner than the rest of your face and is vulnerable to sun damage and burning – ouch! Giving our lips protection and nourishment to prevent drying and chapping is super easy thanks to a great selection of lip balm SPFs to suit every budget. From a glossy balm to a hint of colour they are the perfect addition to your handbag to keep lips in tip top health and highly protected this all year round!
Dr Paw Paw SPF Lip Balm £4.95
A new addition to the addictive Dr Paw Paw lip balms. With SPF 20 to protect against UVA and UVB it feels lightweight and incredibly comfortable on the lips. A skin loving balm with PAWPAW fruit and Aloe Vera to nourish, moisturise and soften the lips it feels a real lip treatment.
The balm gives a pretty glossy finish and lips a plumper appearance without feeling sticky. Even better the vibrant orange tube is easy to find in your handbag for those all important touch ups during the day (trust me you will want to keep using it!). Available here.
Bondi Sands SPF50 Lip Balm in Wild Strawberry £4.99
If anyone knows the importance of sun care its Australian Bondi Sands. With an impressive high SPF50 protection the Wild Strawberry balm smells as juicy as it looks. A thick balm which instantly quenches my dry lips thirst and despite being a thicker balm feels incredibly comfortable. Its highly hydrating balm keeping lips feeling soft with a juicy and glossy appearance.
Packed with nourishing ingredients including Shea Butter, Vitamin E and Coconut Oil. It will rehydrate, soothe and nourish the lips keeping them feeling and looking healthy. It comes in 7 delicious flavours including mango, vanilla and coconut, there really is a lip balm for every taste. Available here.
SOS Serum Replenishing Protecting Lip Balm SPF30 £16.00
For those that prefer a matte finish to a glossy lip the SOS Serum Replenishing Lip Balm leaves lips with natural matte finish. In a tube with a pump dispenser it is lightweight and easy to apply, simply pat on with your fingers. It’s formula is packed full of nourishing botanical extracts including Mistletoe Extract and Pea Extract to repair and soothe damaged skin alongwith long lasting hydration.
With SPF30 it not only protects against UVA and UVB rays but also against environmental factors creating a protective barrier on the lips – love! Smooth as opposed to sticky it feels lighter than air and easy to forget you have anything on. This works the best of all the balms under lipstick creating a smooth (and protective) base for a gorgeous finish. Not forgetting its scent free and taste free with a shine free finish which is great for minimal makeup lovers! Available here.
Ultra Violette SPF50 Sheen Screen in Bejewlled £17.00
High Sun protection and a hint of colour – yes please! As a loyal Ultra Violette SPF user their Sheen Screen Hydrating Lip Balms had a lot to live up to and do not disappoint. High protection of SPF50 with lip boosting ingredients including shea butter, lanolin and cocao seed butter to intensely hydrate and soothe dryness. Available in a variety of shades they give lips a subtle hint of juicy colour.
An ultra smooth balm it glides on with ease feeling comfortable without being sticky or greasy. Its peppermint scent is subtle yet refreshing and a little addictive! Great at preventing my lips from drying it leaves them feeling soft and supple. It’s never a chore to reapply during the day adding some glam to your lip sun care. Available here*
Love Sarah xx
