LypSyl originated in Sweden over 100 years ago.  Formulated with all-natural, purse Swedish beeswax, LySyl products combine natural and therapuetic ingredients like organic Shea butter, coconut oil, Vitamin A and E,and provides unsurpassed moisture and lip protection.  And for you animal lovers, LypSyl does not test on animals.  This relatively uknown lip balm just entered the US market two years ago.

Approx. Price: $2.99

Where to Purchase? Mass market retailers

The Bottom Line:

I received a sample of LypSyl LypMoisturizer in HoneyBerry for review.  When I found out that its made of beeswax, Burt Bee’s lip balm instantly came into my mind.  However, LypSyl LypMoisturizer does not compare to Burt Bee’s greatness.  What I like about LypSyl LypMoisturizer is that its retractable - and that’s the only thing it has going for it.  LypSyl LypMoisturizer is very similar to Chapstick (which I dislike!).  LypSyl LypMoisturizer’s waxy texture sits on top of my lips and does nothing.  No moisture, just a waxy layer.  Ugh.  Save your $2.99 and get Burt Bee’s lip balm instead.

It’s 8 am and you are just about to start the work day.  Should you start your morning with a cup of morning joe, Redbull or what about a caffeinated lip balm?  While flipping through Businessweek Magazine (yes, I do read other publications other than beauty and fashion!), I came across Spazzstick.  Spazzstick is a high quality lip balm that contains caffeine, which absorbs directly through your lips as you use it  Created by an Alaskan police officer, Spazzstick was developed to endure the cold and the ability to stay awake during long shifts.

Approx. Price: $3
Where to Purchase? Think Geek

Available in two flavors: Vanilla Toffee and Cool Mint

What do you think beauty junkies? Would you ditch your morning coffee for this caffeinated lip balm? I would! You would not have to worry about coffee stains!

My new favorite lip balm is Nivea A Kiss of Moisture Lip Balm with SPF4.  After a $2 rebate, I snagged this up at Rite-Aid for only 99 cents!  Uncapped, this unscented lip balm does remind me of a glue stick from elementary school - but it doesn’t stop it from its awesomeness!  Nivea’s A Kiss of Moisture Lip Balm glides on smoothly and moisturizes my dry lips.  No waxy feeling or residue.  Priced at less than $3, Nivea A Kiss of Moisture Lip Balm is a steal!

Product Details:

• Enriched with Jojoba Oil and Shea Butter
• Light-weight, fast absorbing formula

Approx. Price: $2.99

Where to Purchase? Mass market retailers

My current makeup infatuation is lipgloss. More specifically, nude lipgloss.  Paired with a bright lipstick or worn alone, a nude lipgloss is uber sexy.  During my Golden Globes Coverage for L’Oreal, I scored a couple of L’Oreal’s Infallible Lipcolor in Plumped Tawny - a nude lipgloss!

L’Oreal description of this lipgloss:

“Now, get plumper lips, long-wearing color and incredible shine for 6 hours in one easy step. Infallible Never Fail  Plumping Lipgloss gives your pout a voluptuous new look. A pleasant plumping experience. Virtually pain-free. No injections. Just gorgeous, fuller-looking lips. Comes in an array of 8 positively plumping shades.” (L’Oreal’s Website)

Jump for a swatch and review!

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