The bare-faced trend isn’t exactly new on the beauty runways, but it’s made a big comeback in the wake of Kim Kardashian-West wearing ‘no makeup’ at a Balenciaga show and Alicia Keys vowing to scrap cosmetics and start a no makeup movement. Of course, we all know that ‘no makeup’ means letting our skin show, and wearing the bare minimum without the whole rigmarole of contouring, concealers, liners and eyeshadow.
Part of that ‘no makeup’ arsenal includes the perfect tinted lip balm. Makeup buffs will understand its genius. It has hydrating benefits and gives you a wash of your favourite shade for that healthy au naturel look, plus it’s so easy to apply, you can do it without a mirror.
Here are the 7 of the best tinted lip balms out there:
#1 Benefit Benebalm Hydrating Tinted Lip Balm
A complement to the the brand’s bestselling Benetint lip and cheek stain. The Benebalm in Rose gives lips a pretty, sheer berry stain whilst mango butter and sodium hyaluronate offer plenty of hydration. Also comes in coral-tinted Chachabalm, lilac-hued Lollibalm and poppy pink Posiebalm.
Where to buy: Benefit standalone stores or Sephora
#2 Bobbi Brown Extra Lip Tint
This sheer lip stain has all the benefits of a balm that soothes and comforts lips. Available in three shades—Bare Popsicle, Bare Melon and Bare Pink—to naturally enhance lips with just-bitten color. Upon application, the nourishing formula sinks into lips, leaving them softer and more supple over time.
Where to buy: Bobbi Brown standalone stores
#3 M∙A∙C Lip Scrubtious & Crystal Glaze Gloss
Here’s a lip-hack! Get your lips smooth with the M∙A∙C Lip Scrubtious sugar-based scrub. It not only gently buffs away flaky skin and nourishes with conditioners – it also leaves lips soft and slightly tinted with colour! Whack on your favourite colourless lip balm after that and you’re done! Available in five flavours including Candied Nectar, Fruit of Passion, Summer Berry, Sweet Brown Sugar and Sweet Vanilla.
Afterwards, you could also try their Crystal Glaze Gloss from their Work It Out collection if you want sheer colour plus the shine and texture of a lip gloss. We like ‘Flex Appeal’ (below) for a sheer berry tone.
Where to buy: MAC standalone stores.
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#4 By Terry Baume de Rose
A cult beauty classic, the Baume de Rose by Terry is an ultra-moisturising lip balm that now comes in 8 shades. The Toffee Cream is a flattering shade across all skin tones and gives you that sophisticated nude look without being too pale. Contains rose essential wax, shea butter, vitamin E and ceramides and SPF15 coverage.
Where to buy: Ken’s Apothecary
#5 Dior Addict Lip Glow
Dior’s Lip Glow reacts with the chemistry of your skin to enhance your natural lip colour as well as provide nourishment. The addition of SPF 10 will keep you protected, while hydrating mango butter and loofah extract nourish for beautiful, luscious lips. Apart from the sheer pink, it also comes in Coral, Lilac and Berry.
Where to buy: Dior standalone stores or department store counters.
#6 Laneige Two Tone Lip Tint Bar
The famous Two Tone Lip Bars now come in a sheer version, but still offering the ombré effect. There are 8 colour combinations in this range – the usual pinks, oranges and reds have been paired with pastel shades like blue, mint and lilac, and these appear as a sheer layer of natural-looking colour on the lips.
The Tint Lip Bar features a V-shaped cut that helps to keep the darker colour precisely on the centre of the lips while the pastel shade is the moisturising balm that goes on the outer areas. The same Moisture Wrap technology found in the Lip Sleeping Mask is also in this formula, to nourish the lips.
Where to buy: Sephora or Laneige standalone counters.
#7 Mentholatum 3-in-1 Lip Fondue
Fancy a lip balm, lip mask and colour in a handy tube that costs as much as a Grande coffee at Starbucks? Well Mentholatum has done it. The formula contains royal jelly extract, honey and olive oil that deeply penetrates into the skin of your lips to replenish moisture and give a firmer appearance. It can also be used overnight to rehydrate your lips. Last but not least, its smooth glossy texture really offers protection for hours without the need to reapply. Comes in two options: the Aurora 3D-Pearl has a glitter effect to offer a pinkish glow and add dimension to lips while the Cassis Rose offers a rosy taupe shade. The tube also has a nifty control-click feature to avoid accidentally rolling up too much product.
Where to buy: Guardian Pharmacy
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