La Mer's Lip Balm Is a Worthy Splurge for Luxury Lovers

It’s not often a product is described as velveteen, but in the case of La Mer’s very expensive but oh-so-wonderful lip balm, it feels apt. La Mer is a brand known for its prestige, and for its iconic Creme de la Mer—a healing kelp ferment discovered after the brand’s founder, Dr. Max Huber, burnt himself in a lab experiment gone awry. 

The entire range is now built around Creme de la Mer skin regenerating powers, and that includes the Lip Balm.

The most important ingredient to note is, of course, the Lip Balm, known for its soothing, nourishing effects on the skin. There’s also sesame oil, eucalyptus oil, sunflower oil, aloe vera, and glycerin. 

On the flip side, the Lip Balm contains petroleum, a somewhat contested skincare ingredient because it’s often sourced from questionable places. But currently, it is considered safe for cosmetic use and is often regarded as one of the best emollient ingredients. It’s also quite rich, making it ideal for the thin skin around the lips. 

What It's For: Conditioning and repairing
This product contains a slew of nourishing, hydrating ingredients, making it effective when it comes to conditioning the lips and repairing the skin barrier. It also applies like a dream, sinking in like butter and leaving the area soft but not greasy. The smell is also wonderful—a soft, powdery, expensive floral. But would you expect anything less? 

The Lip Balm comes in a weighty green tub with a silver lid, so you simply unscrew, stick your finger in and apply directly to the lips. Germaphobes might prefer a lip brush, but as long as you wash or sanitize prior and don’t share with others, you should be fine. You can also apply as often as you wish.