Beauty
Fact-checked

At BeautyAnswered, we're committed to delivering accurate, trustworthy information. Our expert-authored content is rigorously fact-checked and sourced from credible authorities. Discover how we uphold the highest standards in providing you with reliable knowledge.

Learn more...

How Do I Choose the Best Lip Balm for Men?

S. Gonzales
S. Gonzales

Choosing a lip balm for men doesn't have to be a difficult task. To choose the best lip balm for men, you'll have to decide what you want out of a lip balm besides moisturizing properties, what level of sun protection factor (SPF) you're looking for and the kind of packaging with which you are comfortable. Certain ingredients can also factor into your decision.

If you're looking for lip balm for men, you're probably looking for a lip balm that has a shine-free finish. Many men would rather not look as if they have glossy lips. So, you probably should choose a lip balm that can be naturally absorbed by the lips for a clean finish.

Lip balm may be used to relieve cold sores.
Lip balm may be used to relieve cold sores.

When choosing a lip balm for men, always consider what kind of tint the product offers. Many men don't particularly desire to change the color of their lips when applying lip balm. Choose a clear lip balm to ensure that the wearer won't look like he has applied any artificial products to his face.

While shopping for a lip balm, you might run across a lip balm for men that offers additional properties beyond basic moisturizing. Some lip balms can be advertised as helping their users with medical problems such as cold sores or cracked lips. Other lip balms can be marketed as being made from all-natural ingredients or being specially formulated to work under sun exposure. What you'll select can depend on your personal needs and preferences, but some popular ingredients that can help improve the condition of lips include vitamin E, shea butter, jojoba oil, almond oil and tea tree oil, as well as mint, lemon and chamomile. For maximum lip therapy potential, look into a lip balm for men that has these ingredients.

Almond oil is a popular ingredient in lip balm.
Almond oil is a popular ingredient in lip balm.

Packaging can often be a concern for people who are interested in buying lip balm for men. Health and beauty products that have even the slightest hint of femininity to them have been known to detract men from buying them. If you're concerned with the packaging of the lip balm, consider buying a lip balm that is in a simple, dark-colored tube.

No matter your choice in lip balm, always make sure to select a product that offers some degree of sun protection. It should protect the wearer's lips against harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays as much as it should protect them from dry cracking. Lip balms that contain high levels of SPF can be great for someone who is often outside.

Discussion Comments

literally45

@simrin-- Medicated lip balms and lip balms with SPF at the pharmacy usually don't have scents. But the issue is that most of those are made with petroleum jelly, they don't contain any moisturizing ingredients.

I can only use lip balms with beeswax or cocoa butter or shea butter. These are the only ones that actually work.

ddljohn

@simrin-- I highly recommend homemade, natural or organic lip balms for you. There are numerous sites where people who make organic skin care products at home can sell their products. They have the best products on those sites and a lot of it is unscented for those who have allergies to scented products. Unscented organic lip balm would be perfect for you.

There are also some high-end skin care brands that have skin care lines just for men. They carry unscented lip balms and sometimes the balms have a citrus scent or something, which shouldn't bother you.

Anyway, you don't need to be ashamed to use a lip balm. Lip balms are not just for women, it's for anyone who needs to moisturize their lips. So go for it!

SteamLouis

I need organic lip balm badly. My lips are so dry and cracked. But I feel funny buying lip balm for myself, it seems like a girl thing. It also doesn't help that lip balms usually have girl scents like vanilla and coconut. I can't use that stuff.

Post your comments
Login:
Forgot password?
Register:
    • Lip balm may be used to relieve cold sores.
      By: uwimages
      Lip balm may be used to relieve cold sores.
    • Almond oil is a popular ingredient in lip balm.
      By: Dionisvera
      Almond oil is a popular ingredient in lip balm.