I usually go to Paula’s Choice when I want actives driven, well formulated skincare powerhouses: The retinols I use come exclusively from PC. But slowly, I’ve turning to PC for little-known problem solvers, like the Shine Stopper that’ll make nearly every greasy and sticky sunscreen wearable (yes, really). Recently I was influenced to buy this little white pot of oil and waxes, and yes: ladies and gents, we have another miracle product! Look forward to the Paula’s Choice Lip & Body Balm review.
What it is
This astoundingly long-lasting, decadently emollient lip balm offers on-the-spot relief for dry, rough lips or for skin anywhere on the body, such as on the elbows, or even for the nails.
Paula’s Choice
Targeted relief for dry lips, cuticles, heels, and elbows
Transforms dry skin with first application
Concentrated formula has a rich texture that lasts
Paula’s Choice Lip & Body Balm review: Ingredients
Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Petrolatum, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Lanolin, C10-30 Cholesterol/Lanosterol Esters, Beeswax (Cera Alba), Ozokerite, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Jojoba Esters, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil, Bisabolol, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Trihydroxystearin, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
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Waxes, and oils – absolutely not vegan, and also includes petrolatum. (OMGwereallgonnadie)
Doesn’t include fragrance.
Application
This is super thick and solid and needs to be warmed up a little. Then it’s truly one of the greatest things that’ll give you instant relief on chapped lips, dried-out cuticles, cracked heels, rough skin on elbows and knees… and so on and so forth.
I use it mainly on lips and cuticles. Urban myth (aka beauty forums) tell me it’s going to strengthen nails with continuous use. We’ll see.
Effect
It does what it promises: smooths and soothes. You’ll end up with a significant balmy layer wherever you put it, though. I haven’t seen long-term changes yet, but who knew that PC had it in them to come up with such a great little multi-purpose balm?
Comparison
I’m always on the hunt for a good balm: I mainly use it on my nails after removing my nailpolish. Usually, I use Lush’s Lemony Flutter – which has one distinct disadvantage: it goes off very quickly. L’Occitane’s balm comes with a bucket full of fragrance (Lush’s too, obviously, but I’d never dream to use that anywhere else but on my nails, while L’Occitane’s is marketed as an all-purpose balm) and, when I tried it ages ago, was super waxy and hard.
Paula’s Choice Lip & Body Balm review: Worth it?
Um, yes?! It’s better than everything else I’ve tried: it’s truly a great little multi-purpose tool, and also (pro tip coming up) great when PC does their promotions when you need to buy two full-sized products to get a gift or discount: this counts as a full-size. Throw it in your basket next time you shop there!
Price & Availability
0.5oz is $15.00/ 14,17ml for 16€
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