This lip balm aims to repair the skin barrier while providing moisture. It’s formulated to tackle dryness and chapping, with a clinical claim of soothing lips after one night.
Sephora price
$24.00
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Sephora reviews
4.5 / 5
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Glass take
4.5 / 5 overall fit
A solid choice for dry, chapped lips, especially when used consistently, but it is a bit pricey for a lip balm.
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View SephoraWhat Sephora says
A moisturizing, skin-barrier-repairing lip balm that is clinically shown to visibly soothe chapped, peeling, or dry lips after just one night.
Gently squeeze the tube and glide across lips to distribute a generous amount of the formula.
Reapply throughout the day as needed.
For best results, use at night with Dr. Idriss’ Barrier Baste Lip Peel (sold separately).
What Glass adds
A good option for targeted lip repair, especially for those experiencing dryness or chapping. Consider its price point and whether you need a dedicated lip treatment or a more general balm.
Nighttime treatment
Many users find this balm works best when applied before bed, waking up with noticeably softer lips.
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Routine fit
Apply this balm as the last step in your nighttime skincare routine, or anytime your lips feel dry. For enhanced results, use it in conjunction with the Dr. Idriss Barrier Baste Lip Peel.
Why it works
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What it actually does well
Where it starts to feel redundant
Routine fit
Nighttime
This balm is ideal for overnight use to deeply condition and repair lips while you sleep. It can also be used during the day as needed.
Glass rating
A solid choice for dry, chapped lips, especially when used consistently, but it is a bit pricey for a lip balm.
Soothing
4.6 / 5
Users report immediate relief from dryness and chapping.
Hydration
4.5 / 5
Provides lasting moisture, particularly overnight.
Full ingredient breakdown
Emollient
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A synthetic polymer that provides texture and slip to the formula, helping to create a protective barrier on the lips.
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Texture, barrier formation
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None
Emollient
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0.0 / 10
A synthetic emollient that gives the balm a smooth, non-greasy feel and helps to lock in moisture.
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Moisture retention, smooth feel
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None
Emollient
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0.0 / 10
A derivative of malic acid that acts as an emollient, providing a soft feel and improving spreadability.
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Softness, spreadability
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None
Emollient
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0.0 / 10
A stable, hydrogenated form of squalene, a natural component of skin's sebum. It's an excellent moisturizer that prevents moisture loss and restores suppleness.
Usually helps with
Moisture loss prevention, suppleness
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None
Emollient
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1.0 / 10
A rich butter derived from the shea tree nut. It's known for its moisturizing, emollient, and skin-conditioning properties.
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Moisturizing, conditioning
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Potential allergen for those with nut allergies
Viscosity Controller
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0.0 / 10
A wax that helps to give the balm structure and a smooth texture.
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Structure, texture
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None
Emollient
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0.0 / 10
A blend of fatty alcohols and acids that act as emollients, conditioning and softening the lips.
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Conditioning, softening
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Emollient
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0.0 / 10
A synthetic ester that provides excellent emollience and helps to create a smooth, luxurious feel.
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Emollience, smooth feel
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None
Emollient
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0.0 / 10
A fatty acid derived from coconut oil and glycerin. It's a light emollient that helps to replenish the skin's surface.
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Light emollience, replenishment
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None
Film Former
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0.0 / 10
A synthetic polymer that forms a protective film on the lips, helping to seal in moisture.
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Film forming, moisture sealing
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None
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
A soothing and moisturizing oil derived from oats, known for its skin-conditioning properties.
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Soothing, moisturizing
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Soothing Agent
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1.0 / 10
Finely ground oatmeal that helps to soothe and calm irritated skin, providing relief from dryness and itching.
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Soothing, calming irritation
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None
Humectant
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1.0 / 10
A provitamin of B5 that attracts and holds moisture, helping to hydrate and soften the lips.
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Hydration, softening
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None
Absorbent
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0.0 / 10
A mineral used to absorb excess oil and provide a matte finish, though its role here is likely for texture.
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Texture, oil absorption
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None
Skin-Conditioning Agent
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2.0 / 10
A type of ceramide that helps to reinforce the skin's natural barrier, improving moisture retention and protecting against environmental stressors.
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Barrier repair, moisture retention
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None
Antioxidant
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1.0 / 10
A stable form of Vitamin E, providing antioxidant protection and helping to moisturize the skin.
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Antioxidant protection, moisturizing
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None
Emollient
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1.0 / 10
A fatty alcohol that acts as an emollient and emulsifier, helping to soften and smooth the skin.
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Softening, smoothing
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None
Opacifier
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0.0 / 10
A mineral used to make the product opaque. It has no significant skincare benefits.
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Product appearance
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None
Antioxidant
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0.0 / 10
A synthetic antioxidant that helps to protect the formula from degradation.
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Formula stability
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None
Preservative
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2.0 / 10
A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth in cosmetic products.
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Preservation
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Can be irritating for some sensitive skin types
Fragrance
Badness
3.0 / 10
Provides a minty scent and a cooling sensation. Can be irritating for some.
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Scent, cooling sensation
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Potential irritant, can cause stinging for sensitive lips
Fragrance
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3.0 / 10
A component of natural essential oils, often found in citrus. Used for fragrance.
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Scent
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Potential allergen and irritant
Colorant
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Mineral pigments used to provide color.
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Color
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None
Colorant
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A synthetic red pigment used to color the product.
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Colorant
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A white mineral pigment used for color and opacity.
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Color, opacity
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FAQ
Yes, it is formulated with ingredients like squalane, shea butter, and ceramides to deeply moisturize and repair dry, chapped lips.
Yes, you can reapply it throughout the day as needed for continuous moisture and protection.
Yes, it contains peppermint oil, which gives it a minty scent and a cooling sensation.
