I’m 'addicted' to lip balm – here’s what happened when I went a week without it

Woman & Home·Mar 7

✦ NabkaNews BriefAuto-summarized from multiple outlets · verify with the source

There are reports of people experiencing an addiction-like dependence on lip balm, with some questioning its effectiveness in treating chapped lips. Experts are weighing in on the phenomenon, offering alternatives and advice on how to curb the compulsion. Various outlets are also providing recommendations for the best lip balms to help with dry, chapped lips.

Full coverage

Can Your Chapped Lips Become ‘Addicted’ to Lip Balm?

SELF Magazine·Oct 16

After testing more than 80 lip balms and checking in with dermatologists, Wirecutter found the best treatments for dry, chapped lips. https://nyti.ms/4rahOse

facebook.com·Jan 29

Ask Ugly: I’m addicted to lip balm – but it doesn’t work. What’s a better alternative?

The Guardian·Feb 15

Is lip balm addiction real? Here's what experts say — and how to curb your compulsion.

Yahoo·Feb 5

Fetching the latest headlines…

I’m 'addicted' to lip balm – here’s what happened when I went a week without it

Full coverage

Can Your Chapped Lips Become ‘Addicted’ to Lip Balm?

After testing more than 80 lip balms and checking in with dermatologists, Wirecutter found the best treatments for dry, chapped lips. https://nyti.ms/4rahOse

Ask Ugly: I’m addicted to lip balm – but it doesn’t work. What’s a better alternative?

Is lip balm addiction real? Here's what experts say — and how to curb your compulsion.

Is Lip Balm Making My Chapped Lips Worse? (Published 2024)

The Best Lip Balms to Get You Through Winter

I tried to make homemade lip balm. Here’s how it went.

The 15 Best Tinted Lip Balms for a Juicy Pout, Vetted by Editors and Reviewers