Best Lip Balms for Summer: The Only Ones I Recommend

I’m that friend who always carries seven lip balms in her bag. They’re my biggest addiction. I use them all year round and at all times. But especially in summer. With the heat, the sun, the air conditioning, the sea salt, or lip color, your lips suffer and chap more than we tend to think. And when that happens, restoring them is no small feat.

So, we could say that with time I’ve learned that prevention is better than cure, and although not all balms work the same (nor do all have a formula worth mentioning), some manage to truly nourish the area and keep them comfortable for hours.

How to find them? Focusing on the formula. My advice (and that of all dermatologists) is to opt for those that include ingredients such as the shea butter, ceramides, the vitamin E or the squalane, which help strengthen the skin barrier. And if they already include sun protection, you’ll have the complete pack for lips that look beautiful, plump, and without signs of aging.

The best lip balms for summer

Tatcha The Melting Lip Balm. Inspired by the Japanese torori concept, this Tatcha lip balm transforms into a nourishing oil upon contact with the lips. Its formula helps restore the lip barrier, retain hydration, and provide a very natural plumping effect, all with a glossy finish that isn’t sticky.

One thing I like is that besides caring for the lips, it leaves a subtle veil of translucent color that flatters all skin tones. It’s perfect for those seeking a product that combines treatment and makeup, especially during summer, when lips tend to dry out more easily.

Aesop Protective Lip Balm SPF30. Thanks to its SPF30 it protects against UVA and UVB rays while keeping the lips hydrated and soft for hours. Its formula, enriched with plant oils, nourishes deeply without leaving a heavy feeling. Moreover, being formulated without animal-derived ingredients, silicones or paraffins, it is ideal if you are looking for a minimalist formula.

OleHenriksen Pout Preserve Lip Treatment. Thanks to its combination of peptides, kokum butter and nourishing oils, its goal is not only to hydrate but also to improve the appearance of the lips, providing a smoother, more flexible look and greater volume.

Sephora Collection Bálsamo Labial Hidratante. Its formula crafted with natural-origin ingredients achieves long-lasting hydration with a very comfortable texture for daily use. It’s addictive, smells great, and doesn’t leave a heavy residue. It also nourishes, keeps the lips soft, and prevents dryness.

Lanolips 101 Ointment Multibalm. It’s a classic, and an all-terrain product that packs an intensely reparative formula that helps recover even the driest or chapped lips. Its nourishing action creates a protective film that prevents moisture loss and supports deep repair. Additionally, you can also use them on cuticles, elbows, and any dry area you have.