As an editor who tries dozens of lip balms, I’m always pleasantly surprised when I come across one that stands out from the rest. The Ordinary is well-known for its budget-friendly basics, and while its first-ever lip product may look like your run-of-the-mill balm, there’s much more to this teardrop-shaped tube. Made with a combination of squalane and amino acids, the non-sticky formula feels almost like a serum and instantly hydrates lips without the sticky feeling of traditional moisturizing formulas. It softens as effectively as a thicker formula but glides on with a slightly glossy finish that looks great on bare lips or over lipstick. Plus, it’s multi-purpose; I use it on cracked cuticles and dry elbows whenever my skin needs a pick-me-up. And at $13.50, it’s a steal. Read more …
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