Beauty battle: hygienic lipstick or lip balm

Can you tell me the difference between a lip balm and a lip balm? Unlikely. We give the necessary explanations and suggest choosing a product that suits your lips.

Hygienic lipstick and balm: what is the difference

To understand how these two tools differ from each other, remember the history of their names. Balsam comes from the Greek word balsamum – “aromatic resin” and in the general sense refers to a substance that includes essential oils, resins and aromatic compounds.

Lipstick, although it goes back to the ancient Roman ointment from the pulp of apples (lat. pomum) and fat, in the XNUMXth century in Russia began to designate a means of decorative cosmetics.

The balm solves various problems of the skin of the lips.

If we make a distinction, then hygienic lipsticks should include products that act superficially on the skin of the lips, and balms – those that penetrate deep and solve various problems.

Features:

  1. composition;

  2. appointment.

True, most manufacturers have long produced hybrids of two products in one.

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Features of hygienic lipstick

Here are its main functions:

  1. protecting delicate skin from adverse environmental influences (frost, wind, sun) and unpleasant sensations such as dryness;

  2. improving the appearance of the lips (giving a natural shine, possibly a light shade).

The components that make up the lipstick form a protective film that prevents moisture loss. Most often it is:

  • beeswax;

  • honey;

  • cacao butter;

  • lanolin.

Hygienic lipstick in shape resembles a decorative one, that is, it is available in sticks. It may be odorless and tasteless, or alternatively include a fruity or floral flavor.

Hygienic lipstick is a universal remedy that is suitable for both adults and children.

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Features of the balm

Balms can have different consistency and packaging format. They are:

  1. liquid – in tubes with an applicator;

  2. solid – in tin or plastic jars.

And they have much more beneficial effects. Depending on the purpose, they are divided into:

  • restoring, healing peeling and cracks with vitamins B12 and C;

  • anti-inflammatory with jojoba oil and azulene;

  • nutritious with apricot, castor oils and vitamin A (for winter);

  • moisturizing with chamomile and aloe vera (for the warm season);

  • anti-aging with vitamin E.

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Conclusions

It is not required to make a choice in favor of a balm or hygienic lipstick. Ideally, you should have both for different situations.

When choosing the right format, be guided by reviews, functionality and, most importantly, the composition of the product.

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Funds overview

Nourishing lip balm Absolue Precious Cells, Lancôme with honey and rose oil concentrate will provide delicate care for sensitive lips in cold weather.

Lip balm stick with a hint of Butterstick Lip Treatment, SPF 30, Kiehl’s with Coconut and Lemon Oil hydrates, visibly soothes, protects against UV rays and gives a subtle tint.

Revitalizing barrier balm for children and adults Cicaplast, La Roche-Posay contains MP-lipids, panthenol, shea butter and is designed for chapped and chapped lips. Also, the tool can be used in the nose and other damaged areas of delicate skin.

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