Lip Make-up > Carmex Lip Make-up

Great for dry lips - does what it says on the tin!

Advantages: Very moisturising
Disadvantages: Slightly sticky

...this, however this product by Carmex is probably my favourite. Comes in a small yellow tube with a red lid, I believe it is an American product but is widely available over here for around £2-3. The substance itself is thick and clear, sometimes takes quite a bit of squeezing the tube to get some out but that might be because I have not much left, I use it so much! It smells strongly, not unpleasant though, the ingredients on the back state it is ...
...the smell. It is slightly sticky when first applied but quickly leaves lips feeling soothed and soft, think this is the menthol part of it. To say it is only a small product, 10g, it lasts months as only a tiny amount is needed. Instructions on the product also say that it is for Cold Sores but I love it for my dry, chapped lips. ...

KatMunchkin 27.11.2009 · Read full review
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Review of Carmex Lip Balm

Sweet and tingly!

Advantages: Value for money, softening, great smell
Disadvantages: None that I can think of.

Carmex was developed in the 1939's and is based on natural products. A combination of menthol, camphor and vanilla give it a distictive smell and tingle when applied. Deisgned as a treatment for dry, cracked lips and coldsores although I've also used it for madding moisture to extremely dry skin or dry cuticles Although carmex is available as a pot, tube or stick, I personally prefer the stick as it's easily applied without getting your fingers ...
...not long term, I find carmex really softens and moisturises even after the balm itself has worn off. I have used a number of more expensive lipbalms and none provided the long term improvement that carmex has. Carmex may not be suitable for everyone as it contains lanolin and salicylic acid. Ingredients: Menthol, Camphor, alum, salicylic acid, fragrance, petroleum, lanolin, cocoa butter and a mixture of waxes There is no animal testing for this ...

cslaver 29.08.2007 · Read full review
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Review of Carmex Click-Stick

Carmex Pot: Excellent simple balm.

Advantages: Relatively cheap; tingly feeling; good moisturing.
Disadvantages: Some may not like the smell or tingling.

...does it claim to do? Carmex Lip Balm, for soothing chapped lips. (But also lovely for non-chapped lips too!) Packaging The pot is sturdy and withstands being hauled around in a shoulder bag full of various items. With its distinctive yellow top it was seen in all the make up bags of my friends at school, and I intend to have it grace my own for a good few years yet. It is simple, not fussy, and I love this little pot. Application ...
...in the balm before transferring to the lips. Make sure your nails are short, as they will easily dig in! The smell may be slightly TCPish, but I love it! The active ingredient menthol makes your lips tingle, which to me is a pleasant feeling. It is a lovely moisturiser which goes on clear, isn't tacky in the least, and lasts for a good amount of time. Price With a recommended retail price of £2.49, I believe that this product is extremely ...

Abby_88 05.12.2009 · Read full review
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Review of Carmex Lip Balm Pot

Carmex cherry- fantabulous

Advantages: Keeps lips moisturised
Disadvantages: None!

...strong cherry smell that this Carmex has and the 'tingly' feel that it gives to your lips. 2. I think it is very good value for money. The pot contents itself last for a long time, I use my Carmex daily and do not have to replace it often. Also the lips stay moisturised and relieved for several hours. 3. The texture of the lip balm is lovely- very smooth and silky. It leaves my lips soft, moisturised and kissable! 4. It is a good product for chapped ...

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Review of Carmex Cherry Lip Balm

MAC Lip Conditioner - Tinted

Advantages: Subtle colour, attractive looking product, price not too high.
Disadvantages: Can be drying, may not be a strong enough colour for some people.

...lip conditioners were available from MAC for a limited time only, and currently have a status of being discontinued. However, I was able to purchase two of these lip tints recently, and there are retailers online that still have this product up for sale. When I was searching for this product, I was drawn to the idea of a bit of colour on my lips without the heaviness of a lipstick, or the glossy tack of a lipgloss. I had been toying with the idea ...
...these seemed to me to fit my vision. So I order two of these lovely lip conditioners online, in Strobe and Currant. Strobe is a coral colour and looks pretty vibrant when you first look at the product. However, applied to the lips it gives a soft hint of colour, exactly what I was looking for. There is a bit of shine, but I was overall happy with the end result. Currant is a red colour, and again, looks strong when you first set eyes upon it. But ...

Abby_88 08.12.2009 · Read full review
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Review of MAC Tinted Lip Conditioner