Winter has officially settled in—and your lips feel it first.
Cold temperatures and dry air can quickly leave them tight, flaky, and uncomfortable. A good lip balm doesn’t just add shine: it helps repair, protect, and maintain hydration all winter long.
But ingredient quality really matters, especially for lip products. Some balms still rely on mineral oils, problematic preservatives, or controversial dyes. And because lip balm is applied so often, it’s worth remembering that you may be ingesting more of it than you think.
To make things easier, we’ve rounded up lip balms rated 100/100 on Yuka, so you can keep your lips soft and your routine worry-free.
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Vanilla Honey Lip Balm - 365 Whole Foods
Excellent - 100/100
This lip balm is formulated with various nourishing oils, including coconut, shea, olive and hemp, and is both cruelty-free and made in the USA. |
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Mongo Kiss Lip Balm - Eco Lips
Excellent - 100/100
Formulated with organic mongongo oil, this lip balm is made with Fair Trade Certified cocoa butter, in a Vanilla Honey–scented composition. |
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Original Natural Lip Balm - Dr. Squatch
Excellent - 100/100
This product is crafted with hydrating ingredients like vitamin E, shea butter, and beeswax to nourish and protect your lips. |
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Moisturizing Lip Balm - Aquaphor
Excellent - 100/100
Specially formulated for sensitive skin, this product combines nourishing vitamins, shea butter, and soothing chamomile essence for hydration. |
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Squalane Amino Acids Lip Balm - The Ordinary.
Excellent - 100/100
This hydrating lip balm is formulated with a blend of squalane and amino acids to protect your skin’s natural moisture barrier. |
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Naked Organic Lip Balm - Dr. Bronner's
Excellent - 100/100
This lip balm is made with organic beeswax, jojoba, avocado, U.S.-sourced hemp seed oils, and fragranced with essential oils. |
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Strawberry Sorbet Lip Balm - EOS
Excellent - 100/100
Scented with 100% organic ingredients, this lip balm is made with shea butter, coconut oil, antioxidants, and a natural strawberry flavor. |
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Berry Stardust Lip Balm - Space Camp
Excellent - 100/100
This lip balm is formulated with organic sunflower oil, beeswax, and coconut oil and has a soft berry fusion scent. |
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Whipped Shea Butter Lip Balm - Evanhealy
Excellent - 100/100
With red raspberry seed oil and vitamin E, this formula combines plant oils and vegetable butters in a simple, organic lip care composition. |
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Coconut Lip Balm - Milk + Honey
Excellent - 100/100
This lip balm has a light vanilla and mint scent, and is made without artificial colors, fillers, parabens, and is both cruelty-free and gluten-free. |
Like all our rankings, this one was conducted completely independently, and no brand has paid to be included.
What about La La Leaf? It’s full of wonderful ingredients.
Can you elaborate more on why Aquaphor made it onto this list, and perhaps dispel some of the controversy about it being petroleum based?
Have you found any that have a sun protection and highly rated?
Do any of these items protect from the sun?
Very helpful, folks ~ my hubby just ordered a bunch of Burts Bees. Eager to try some of these others now.
Thank you for such a helpful post, especially during our frigid winter weather! As someone who stays away from all flavored lip balms, I love the Aquaphor! It goes everywhere with me….
Would prefer the unscented or unflavored versions of these products.
Thank you I appreciate the update so important to me.
any with a high spf
Thank you!!
I’m interested in lip balms with sunscreen.
Are you kidding me? Aquaphor is on your top 10? I would never use that on my body, let alone my lips. It is glorified petrolatum and mineral oil. I’m going to stop using your app and read the labels myself.
Love Yuka app!!! I became a member and it is really helpful!!
I loved the content. Very helpful to choose.
Perfect! Spent 25.00 on clinique.
hi! i have a lot of trouble with lip balm because a lot of the products contain a known allergen which is lanolin in them . Hopefully the ones you recommend dont contain this ingredient.
Do you ever review lip balms that have a sunscreen? Or sunscreens themselves, I would be very interested. Thank you-I love what you do!
As someone who has had precancerous cells removed from her lips several times, I never wear lip balm without sunscreen. I know that introduces another level of ingredients and I would love a review of lip balms with sunscreens.
Anything plastic free??
I read through the comments, thank you to Susan who suggested Booda with NO fragrance, no taste and no plastic!
I do love the Aquaphor lip balm. However, my all-time very favorite, is the lip balm by Dr. Barbara Sturm. I have used the product for several years now. it has been the best product for my lips, especially during extremely cold dry weather, after swimming and during other outside sports. The lip balm is amazing, especially after. having surgical procedures where I’m dehydrated from anesthesia. it’s rich consistency yet lightness is amazing.Have you rated her products?
Thank you! I truly enjoy and follow this APP and advice! ❤️
Wonderful I had oral cancer, the radiation burnt my lips and oncologist said I couldn’t use lip balms because of the impurities. I’m now going to try one or two of these lip balms with confidence. I love your articles
Thank you so much
Thank you!
I appreciate all of the staff at Yuka for your commitment to transparency when it comes to the products. Thank you!
The App is great, we use it all the time. Its amazing to see just what is in all the products. Unbelievable the terrible ingredients and additives put into the food that we eat
very informative article; as always
Is O’Keeffe’s lip repair any good?
That’s amazing lip balms that cost $3 to $15. What is this world coming too.
Aquaphor lip balm tastes terrible! It persists for hours. Surprised it made your list- tastes chemical
Thank you for providing this information.
Love this app. Thanks for all your information.
Thank you, so helpful! Another 100/100 lip balm that is our favorite is NIVEA.
Wow, this is great! Thank you, this will help my 8 yr old so much as she has been battling severe eczema over her entire body and severe chapped skin around her mouth.
Thanks for your helpful advice
Great to know!!! Love this app
Appreciate this review
Appreciate all your reviews. Also, use lip balm during air travel, especially long international travel. I’m an Aquaphor fan myself.
Are there any you recommend with sun screen in them?
Thank you so much for and all the information on all the products you cover. I feel better prepared going to the store and scanning items before I purchase them. I have eliminated many items from my diet and daily use.
Thank you and please keep up the great work.
Thank you for these. It’s appreciated,
Thank you so much for keeping us healthy and accountable to Mother Earth. 🥰
When winter rolls around my lips get seriously chapped. Over the years I have tried many products, IMO Aquaphor and Squalane Amino Acids by The Ordinary are two that work really well. Thanks so much for the info 👍
I definitely get dry lips during these winter months which makes it uncomfortable. I will surely try one of these. TY
Thank you I love this, so helpful!
Check out desert oasis balms
Thank you for sending this! My lips get so chapped this time of year! It’s good to get some good options!
Maintenance and science
Thank you for information I have been using Aquaphor and it works for me!!!
Great timing on your part. I have lips that are stroked, the numbness comes and goes.
Lip balm is a life saver for me as I wear it 24/7.
Thank you for the information on lip balms.
Also found one , goats milk at Cracker
Barrel, that is good by numbers standard.
I was told by my dermatologist not to use flavored lip balms so I would assume that Aquaphor would be the best!
Thank you for all these valuable informations. My family pay much closer attentions to all these harmful ingredients and try to avoid them.
Great and useful information and timely!
I like dermatone for sun protection and Burt’s peppermint
Thank you so much for this!!!🤗
What about ZUM lip products ?
Thank you….perfect timing
Excellent work. Thank you. 🙏
Thank you! I needed this information!
Burts Bees beaches and cream sunscreen is Yuka rated 93 and is SPF 30
Thank you for all your team does! It doesn’t go unnoticed! Don’t listen to the ignorant ones 🙄
I love this app
Thanks for showing what lipsticks look like.
Excellent app and I appreciate all the healthy advice and great findings!!!
Thank you for all you do, you’re the best
Thank you so much! Love, love, love what you do. 💕
Thank you
Great info! Thanks for all you do! Really appreciate all the knowledge you provide.
Thank you
Thank you for your fine service with the APP & your unsolicited recommendations for something we all in need of.
Thank you for your fine service with the APP & your unsolicited recommendations for something we all use.
Thank you! I’ve used a couple of these and they are good products. Think I might try some of the others !
As always… A BIG THANK YOU for keeping us safe and healthy!!
What, no Burts Bees Lipbalm???
Been using Burts Bees for years!!
Any recommendations for lip balm with SPF
Sky and Sol has a highly rated lip balm with SPF
Love to see these products along with other skin care products…there are sooooo many and is more expensive better??
I live in North East Pa and sadly, the only one of those that I know of that is available to me is AQuafor. I use my coupns at CVS and buy Burts Bees alot but Yuka gives it Poor ratings. Id like to know why, please
Thanks for this valuable information on lip balm.!
Thank you for the feed back. It’s hard to pick a lip balm with so many options out there. I love your app it has helped me with making the right choices of food.
Do you have any recommendation with sunscreen in a lip balm?
Thanks!!
Any of these lip balms have sun screen protection?
I can’t even imagine living without Yuka now. We check everything with you first! Appreciate being shown better alternatives too!
Doesn’t Aquiphor have petroleum?
Thank you so much! This app has changed my life and for the better!
Are any of them plastic free?
Rather pricey lip balms except whole foods one!
I’m very happy in you app! Yuca making many choices on my buying.😊
Help full recommendation
Help full tips
I use aquaphor
Thank you so much.Your suggestion make better quality my life.Thanks again!!!
More products, please
I appreciate all recommendation, thank you.
I use your app all the time and it has helped me to eat healthier! And I have learned so many new things about food and cosmetics, thank you!
Please excuse my previous comment. In my haste, and since I no longer live in NYC and buy so many things online – I had the name of the store/company that makes the lip balm that I have relied on for several years – incorrect. The company is Fresh, and I was curious to know if you have rated “Sugar”, their lip balm, what your comments might be, aside from price. Thank You
My husband and I use this app to choose the best rated products. Thank you Yuka is great !
I have used “Sugar” by the company Face for years. It has never let me down. It’s more expensive since it’s from a specialty store for skincare, but I believe it’s worth the money.
I’m wondering if you have ever reviewed it!?!
You have provided me with peace of mind and the tools to select a safe lip balm. Thank you for this timely resource. Your suggestions have improved my quality of life. Bravo!
I love your app it has changed my way of purchasing for sure
Thank you, that was very helpful.
And all affordable! Wow! Thanks!
This is fantastic! Thank you for posting!!!
Thanks for the info. You guys are the best.
Mongo Kiss! Really like it! Thank you for posting this informative ratings!
Thank you for sharing
100% thank you
Yes yes yes thank you
How I feel about this, I mean, how is it like really good for your lips it just hydrate them, but it could be any kind of thing. I just don’t really get it.
Yes bro, I got you that makes so much sense
I thought yucca was supposed to be a food app. Why is it trying to tell me where I can put on my lips or what?
YUKA also informs the consumer what’s a healthier choice for skincare and lips.
I appreciate this info…
You can take it or leave it.
Very cool to know!!! Thank you!! I rely on Yuka in making many choices in my buying.
I would be very interested in hearing your viewpoint on the Norwex Lip Hydration.
https://cdn.intelligencebank.com/us/share/EPnB/Z3bVb/OEanb/original/Lip_Hydration_LE_PIS+-+US_CDN
Thank you!😊
I have Dr. Bronners and it one of the best I’ve tried, although I have not tried these other ones listed , I thank you for all those listed
My favorite is Booda Butter purely naked in a cardboard tube. No scent or flavor and no plastic tubes to throw away. Yuka rating is 100/100 Excellent
Thank you for this comparison! Too bad the containers can’t be non-plastic. I know there are cardboard options out there, but they seem to be more costly.
Again, thank you.
Aquaphor was bad awhile ago. What has changed?
Thank you for this!
What about lip balms with SPF?
Nice, Good to know…!
Thank you for the informations & Sound good, all got 100/100.
Where can I buy one of them to try.
Google them to find where to purchase them.
I have so much fun with this app! My daughter told me about it.
My grandson also uses it.
Blessings : )
Ummmmm
I’m very surprised to see that you recommend lip balm with “hemp” or “hemp seed” or “hemp seed oil” in it.
Those ingredients are detrimental to MY health, because those ingredients mixed with some medications I take can lead to an emergency room visit. I find that shocking.
At the very least you should put a warning on those ChapSticks with a warning label.
How about Nivea? It was on your site as a better option and not on this list. I love it and bought it because of YUKA recommendation. Have the ingredients changed?
Thanks for this great info.; love your app. I have shared it many times with friends and family 😋
Great info
Where can I get info like this about other products and food choices
Check Amazon.com
They have everything & are in most countries.
Any lip balms with SPF ?
Thanks for this, but can we get more information? How soft are these products? Where can I buy them?
(I don’t have Whole Foods close to me.)
Google them!! That’s what the internet is for, to search stuff out and research!
I absolutely love this app and like many others I have shared with family & friends.
Even today at my eye appointment I shared with optometrist. She downloaded it right away .Keep up the good work !
This summer, after much searching. I purchased COOLA, SPF 30. No Nanoplastics. Slightly tinted. I think $10.
Also have used Vanicream and Ella MD
Maybe YUKA can come up with something else.
Love this, thank youuuu!!! PS extra love your app.
I don’t see KOBEE’S as a choice it’s 100 all natural ingredients.
What about balms with SPF
What about Burt’s Bee brand?!
Thank you. I love the Yuka app. I’ve shared it with my family and friends. It has stopped me from purchasing harmful products. Thank you.
Please gives us at least one with spf in it!
Thank you!
I appreciate the information from Yuka!
You’ve helped me shop with more confidence. I shared the site with so many people you guys are awesome. Thanks for caring about us.
Thank you
I love getting your emails. They are full of information that is clear and concise. I appreciate the information.
Thanks for the review. I already use two of the above without previous knowledge of this information.
I appreciate the information from Yuka!
You’ve helped me shop with more confidence. Keep up the good work!
Thank you 😊 I use the app alot
I really the app too and Yuka for some more helpful healthy foods too
Thank you! Good to know.
I already use two of the ones you listed
Palmers coco butter lip balm works great!
Carmex is best
Dr. Squatch also has Hot Choccy, a descendant treat for lips!
Decadent
Wonderful. Would really like to see good lip balms with sunscreen in them.
Any idea which one of these has the highest spf?
I’m kinda annoyed that Chicken Poop didn’t make the list. They’re a small company, and make a damn good product here in the states and the ingredients are 100% safe. The name is hillarious, the product is better than several listed in my opinion. It’s also a woman owned company, which doesn’t matter to me, but does matter to some folks. And Whole Foods doesn’t need any help, they’re doing quite alright.
My grand girls say, grandma get some Aquaphor it’s the best for kissable lips!😘
Thank you!!!
Can you tell us some good lip balm WITH SUNSCREEN
Thanks so much for all you do!
Yes! I would love that too. One with sunscreen for sure!
yes please highest SPF
Awesome thanks for sharing
Would love some ideas for lipsticks
best lipsticks please with sunscreen and what produce best for vertical lines around mouth ty
Thank you for the information on lip balms. Puts a lot of guesswork to rest!! Love the App!!!!
Thank you so much for your info about lip balm.
Yuka has very much help me redirect my choices.to a very much healthier all around feeling better thank you Douglas Tampa Florida 👍
Thank you so much for sharing this information
Thank you ! I love the app and tell everyone about it . . . even complete strangers while I am shopping !
I use Nivea and it’s 100/100
I need a lip balm with sun screen
Love
Love this YUKA app, it’s been so helpful finding healthier food. I also need spf in my lip balm and hope the next list compares lip balm with it in.
I have been using Organic Sierra bees lip balm for years. They have many flavors. My bottom lip was cut in a V Shape to the gum, and took many stitches’. The doc told me NOT TO GO OUT IN THE SUN WITHOUT CHAPSTICK . I live in Arizona. Please rate them.
Necessaire has the most wonderful lip balm. Mild peppermint scent and amazing cooling metal tip. $28 and worth it!
What are the best ones with sunscreen in it ?
I’m kinda annoyed that Chicken Poop didn’t make the list. They’re a small company, and make a damn good product here in the states and the ingredients are 100% safe. The name is hillarious, the product is better than several listed in my opinion. It’s also a woman owned company, which doesn’t matter to me, but does matter to some folks. And Whole Foods doesn’t need any help, they’re doing quite alright.
I have no idea why this posted as a reply to you Nancy. But that was not my intention, this was just a general reply to the top ten.
Great. I’ve been using Kobee’s lip balm. Four natural ingredients. Plus no plastic container. $5.
I need sunblock in my lip balm. Can you rate lip balms that have sunscreen in them.
Sadly, the average person would not be able to afford luxurious lip balms. I really have to wonder sometimes about the percentage of mark-up on such products.
I really like your app. But, most of your recommended items are not widely available outside metropolitan areas. We have large grocers and drug stores, but more common named items are available. Aquaphor is.
Of recommendations for food items I’m lucky to find 1 or two available in our area. I shop in several cities in our area whuch have large grocers and Walmart, of course.
We live in middle America far from the two coasts
Thank you for your helpful app.
Super helpful thanks!
Part of lip health is UV protection, which none of these have.
Thank you!
Thank you for the information
Wow, some of that is expensive
Are there any with high spf and mineral vs chemical?
Thank you this review. There are so many products that can be misleading.
I love your ratings! It helps me in making a well and informed decision before purchasing.
Thank you.
I Appreciate All The Time, Commitment Dedication That You Do To Keep Everyone Informed About All Products That Give Us All This Wonderful Opportunity To Read.Thank You!
As someone who uses a lot of lip balm, this list is fantastic!
Thank you so very much for this review. So very helpful!
Great info! I would love your ratings on an spf lip balm!
you should show us a list of ones with SPF for us Outdoor lovers
Even though it has grown increasingly expensive, Dr Bronners Peppermint Lip Balm is my go to. Organic speller expressed coconut oil works wonderfully but I have to apply more often, and I use Alba Un Petroleum jelly too, it goes a long way
I use lip palm only if it has SPF 30+
Coola, Supergoop & Jack Black. I believe there are no bad chemicals in these products
Thank you 😊
I’d like to know if any of these or other products have a high SPF? I golf a lot and my primary reason for lip balm is to shield my lips from the sun.
are there any that rate 100/100 that have a natural tint?
Great question!
Check Olivu’s lip balm. The store is in Sheboygan WI. Great products.
Vaseline is just as good for almost everything–lips, heels, bee stings, mosquito bites, chafing. Inexpensive and comes in various sizes (for travel my go-to in one product). Glaring omissions for Burt’s Bees and SPF factor for summer sun and winter snow reflection. Lip balm does not need “shine”. That’s a vanity issue. And the already-mentioned “no alcohol” for skin/lips and mouthwash. Dries it out more. Ointments (vs. cream vs. lotion) is the way to go for most “dry” body part issues.
My doctors have told me that Vaseline is the best. Anything with wax and alcohol is not good for your lips.
But Vaseline is simply refined hydrocarbons! Yuck!
https://www.safecosmetics.org/chemicals/petrolatum/
Did you test Badger balm?
Fantastic info as usual! I use lip balm several times a day so thank you!
None of these have SPF. Would you please do a review at least SPF 30?
I do have Aquaphor products. I am looking for the ones with broad spectrum SPF for sun exposure. What are your rankings on Aquaphor’s products with the SPF factors and which do you suggest for this? Thanks.
Lip balms with SPF?
Please rate Melalueka products
Agreed!
It is strange to not see Burts Bees on this list
Thank you for the update
I noticed that all are excellent and vary in price. Will check out these selections.
Sad to see items I cannot use.
love YUKA every which way.. im scanning groceries all the time. and like the updates. thank you
Thank you. I will have to check some of these out.
That is wonderful, however very few people can afford $4.52 to $14.77 for one stick of lip balm! I wish reviewers would check out cheaper lip balms etc. that most people buy. Obviously the best will cost an arm and a leg.
Thanks for the list. I am ready to go to Whole Foods to purchase their brand. I use your app every day, and my family and I are eating much better. Now, my lips will be better too.
Honestly I have used most of these and they leave me with dry chapped cracked lips.
The only thing I have found is Bath & Body Mentha Lip Shine. The menthol in it really works!😊