Fab Find: Hurraw Lip Balm

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Fab Find: Hurraw Lip Balm

— by Angie

on March 6, 2019

I’m a bit obsessed with keeping my lips moist so I use a lot of lip balm. I also apply lip balm before applying lipstick because I like the texture and dulled effect of the lipstick. I have lip balm stashed away all over the house, in my bag, and in the car so that I can moisturize at any time.

I used to be a loyal Labello lip balm user because I found it the most moisturizing and long-lasting. But a friend recently gifted me with Hurraw’s lip balm, and now I like that better. It’s even more moist, lasts forever, and I like the sheen on my lips. It turns out that my friend saw the Hurraw lip balm in an “earl grey” scent and thought of me, since I’m a tea pot and Earl Grey is my favourite tea. It’s always nice to be thought of and surprised.

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I later learned that Hurraw lip balm is made of organic ingredients, vegan, and cruelty-free. Even better. It comes in a slew of scents that are extremely subtle. There’s an unscented option if that’s your preference. What’s your favourite lip balm?

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Hurraw SPF 15 — by annagybe
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Sonce

Active Member

Constant lip balm user here! I used to be a loyal burst bees person, but I’ve switched to Eos because theirs don’t have soybean oil.

March 6, 2019 at 4:05 am

Sterling

Still use Burt’s Bee’s products.

March 6, 2019 at 4:11 am

JuniperGreen

Veteran

Oo you had me at “Earl Grey” since bergamot is my favorite scent!

I have been really liking Weleda Skin Food Lip Butter but will give Hurraw a try!

March 6, 2019 at 4:15 am

Aliona

By Terry’s rose balm saved my damaged lips a few years ago when even prescriptions couldn’t help. It’s spendy as heck, but has been the only beauty product I can’t live without. However, I recently learned they dropped their cruelty-free stance to sell in China and am looking for a replacement. I’ve heard good things about Hurraw! so will give it a try. I’m guessing, Angie, that you also only buy cruelty-free makeup and would love to see you post on which products you use. Finding mascara and eyeliner that respects animals and still does the job is hard!

March 6, 2019 at 4:27 am

WandaB

(website)

Active Member

Tea lovers and lip maniacs unite! This is good to know.

March 6, 2019 at 4:47 am

suntiger

I’m also glad you’re using vegan & cruelty free cosmetics!
As much as possible, I like to support local businesses, and there’s an excellent farmer’s market nearby. Some of my friends there make lip balm, as well as soaps, bug spray, lotion, etc from their own flowers-so that’s what I like to use when possible. Chocolate lavendar lip balm is on my list for when the market picks back up

March 6, 2019 at 4:54 am

rachylou

Veteran

I’ll look for that!

March 6, 2019 at 5:06 am

viva

Veteran

Desperately in need… I am rushing to order. Thank you!

March 6, 2019 at 5:18 am

gryffin

Veteran

I’m a burts bees original peppermint girl. But I will absolutely keep that in mind. Good to know of vegan brands that are very emollient! Thanks for the tip!!

March 6, 2019 at 5:20 am

viva

Veteran

I’ve been reading about Ayurveda (at the behest of my yogi daughter) and am intrigued to find that they have dosha-related flavors!

March 6, 2019 at 5:21 am

Katerina

Veteran

I usually use Burt’s Bees. Thanks for the tip, Angie.

March 6, 2019 at 5:23 am

Scarlet

Veteran

Burt’s Bees is my number 1 of all time. I do like Avéne as well. It gives me a slight nude-color effect. I also use Aquaphor in a pinch.

March 6, 2019 at 5:25 am

Tanya

Veteran

I have been using Labello for decades, so will definitely give this brand a try, too. Also, I like thick layer of Smith’s Rosebud Salve overnight on my lips, especially in winter.

March 6, 2019 at 5:27 am

Eliza

Veteran

Thanks for aiding my never-ending quest for the product that would keep my lips moist. Have yet to be 100% happy. Just placed an order.

March 6, 2019 at 5:29 am

Sisi

Veteran

This Hurraw sounds excellent ! I am another lip balm fan, I could not live without. At the moment my favourite is Clarins Joli Baume – it enhances the natural colour of the lips and smells peach.

March 6, 2019 at 5:41 am

fricobatman

Active Member

Lanolin nipple balm! Give it a try – you’ll be pleasantly surprised.

March 6, 2019 at 5:55 am

April

Veteran

I have found that “waxy” lip balms work better for me than the kind that are more oily.

Plain old Chapstick user here, but always on the lookout for something better.

March 6, 2019 at 6:05 am

Cardiff girl

Veteran

What a lovely surprise from a friend.lm not a big lip balm user but was given a Carmex moisture plus lip balm for Christmas and I love it.Its tinted so like wearing a lip gloss but it’s such a lovely texture and feels very moisturising.

March 6, 2019 at 6:10 am

Angie

(website)

Fashion Stylist

OOOH. There is passion for lip balm Thanks for sharing your faves. Always good to know.

Lots of Burts Bees users. Am I the only one who does not like Burts? I must be!

Tanya, high five on the Labello.

March 6, 2019 at 6:23 am

Diana

Veteran

Oh, I’ll have to check this out! Lately I’ve just been using plain old chapstick from the drug store, which is fine but boring.
I’m glad to see it comes in a tube! I can’t stand lip balms that I have to apply with my finger – who wants to have goopy fingers on the go?!?!

March 6, 2019 at 6:23 am

Jules

Veteran

Watch out for citrus oils (including perhaps bergamot in Earl Grey). I’m fine with them interspersed with other lip balms but developed an irritation using a lime lipbalm several times a day (it was a natural product with a short list of common ingredients like coconut oil so pretty sure the lime was the culprit). Apparently citrus oils increase photosensitivy.

March 6, 2019 at 6:26 am

RobinF

Veteran

I’m like you, I have it stashed all over so I can use it whenever necessary. I generally use plain old Blistex or Chapstick. I’ve tried tinted and they don’t seem as moisturizing and am not a huge fan of Burt’s Bees because it seems less moist.

March 6, 2019 at 6:29 am

suntiger

I heard Burts was owned now by Chlorox

March 6, 2019 at 6:32 am

LadyLilac

Active Member

Thanks so much for the recommendation, I’ve been on the hunt for a few years for a good lip balm! I also am not a fan of Burt’s Bees lip balm (not moisturizing enough), and I also don’t care for Chapstick at all. I’ve heard good things about the Bite Beauty lip balm and mask and more recently about the Laneige lip mask. However, the Hurraw’s lips balms are much less expensive. Thank you!

March 6, 2019 at 6:36 am

lisa p

I’m all over the place , using whatever I’ve bought lately. I don’t have a particular favourite, and am always open to new brands. I’ll definitely try this new one – thanks for the recommendation !

March 6, 2019 at 6:48 am

delurked

Veteran

Avon care deeply chapstick, which somehow became a seasonal only product. I stocked up.

March 6, 2019 at 7:07 am

JAileen

Veteran

I use Coppertone lip balm with SPF 50. Then I put lip color over it. Since I started using it, my lips feel better, not getting sunburned when we’re out. I also use Aquaphor a lot on my lips, especially when I get ready for bed.

March 6, 2019 at 7:08 am

Lesley

Veteran

Another lip balm junkie here! Excited to learn about this new one… never tried Labello either!

My daytime lipbalms (one in every pocket!) are Burt’s Bees tinted… they are just the best. I like a heavy slathering when I go to bed at night, though, and I alternate between Rosebud Salve and Vaseline Rosy Lips!

March 6, 2019 at 7:19 am

Janet

(website)

Veteran

I am really picky about the texture and taste/smell of lip balm. I also don’t understand the egg-shaped ones — just give me a darn tube I can fit in a pocket.

I have a few around, including a Burt’s Bees honey balm, and an old discontinued Aveeno balm that has a slight vanilla flavor, which I like. After looking around for a replacement for that, I found that Blistex Blissful Butters and Neutrogena lip moisturizer were good replacements.

But I would really prefer to support products that are cruelty-free and as natural as possible, so I may have to check this out!

March 6, 2019 at 7:21 am

Laura

(website)

Veteran

Burts Bees has never worked for me either. It has peppermint oil, and mint is drying, so it actually makes my lips more chapped. I’ll try Hurraw when my current supply of Labello runs out!

March 6, 2019 at 7:55 am

Inge

(website)

Moderator

I don’t have a favourite at the moment either, but I’d love to try these!

March 6, 2019 at 7:56 am

Marilyn

Veteran

Another lip balm fanatic waving back. Thanks for the recommendation, Angie.

I’m a Burt’s Bees user as well. I have the one in the tin. I could live without the mint smell but otherwise it’s the best I’ve tried so far.

March 6, 2019 at 8:07 am

Isabel

Of the two you recommend I much prefer the ingredient list of the Hurraw. I used Badger unscented stick for a long time but this year I’m using the Dr Hauschka one in little pots, in part because I leave it in my car and there’s less potential for mess with the screw on lid containers

March 6, 2019 at 8:11 am

Cat

Banana Boat Aloe Vera with sunscreen for day.

March 6, 2019 at 8:12 am

Anne-Marie

Active Member

My three favorites:

1. Jack Black original — deeply moisturizing and fairly matte
2. Walgreen’s version of Chapstick in the black tube — very good and very cheap
3. Bite Beauty balm

March 6, 2019 at 8:14 am

annagybe

(website)

Veteran

I’ve been looking for a tinted lip balm and it looks like they have two. Plus a lot of flavors are tempting, especially coconut and almond.
And they’re made in Montana, ha!

March 6, 2019 at 8:24 am

Joy

Veteran

I use lip balm or something to protect my lips from lipstick. I like Good Natured Beehive ( bees wax and honey) and The Healing Garden and Aquaphor ointment in the tiny tubes. What I use must create a barrier from the lipstick. That is more important to me than moisturizing.

March 6, 2019 at 8:45 am

lisa p

Can someone explain to me where all of my lipbalms end up ? I swear I buy 3-packs at a time at the drug or grocery store, seemingly weekly, disperse them around the house and to my family members, then they disappear and no one has any . I never seem to have one when I want one – except for the single tube I have stashed in my bedside table drawer .

March 6, 2019 at 8:49 am

nemosmom

Veteran

My lips are very sensitive and chap easily in the winter. I used to use Burt’s Bees and have replaced it with Sierra Bees (unscented) – only 5 ingredients! You can find it on Amazon. Although Sierra sources beeswax from certified and monitored beekeepers, I would love to find one that is vegan. Thank you for the rec for Hurraw! I will check it out.

March 6, 2019 at 8:58 am

Dana

(website)

Veteran

I just ordered the Hurraw. (Can I just say I love Amazon Prime?) I’ve been using Burt’s Bees for a few years, but lately it hasn’t been as great for me. Before BB’s, my lips were a mess using grocery store lip balm.

I still need something with SPF though. Can anyone recommend something natural with SPF? I almost bought the Labello, but I’m vehemently against paying for shipping.

March 6, 2019 at 9:00 am

Xtabay

Another user of the lanolin nipple balm. It’s 100% pure lanolin and moisturizes like crazy. I also use it on my fingernails. Very rejuvenating!

March 6, 2019 at 9:05 am

taylor

Veteran

Lots of great info here. With so many options, it’s nice to have it narrowed down with these recommendations!
Thanks Angie !

March 6, 2019 at 9:30 am

Suz

(website)

Veteran

Thank you, Angie!

I use lip balm daily but the brand varies. I am another who does not do well with Burt’s, alas. So this is worth a look.

March 6, 2019 at 9:37 am

Kirstjen

Veteran

I have been using Karite Lips for years. It’s got a light vanilla sent & it goes on smoothly and easily. I’ve also used Lobello & loved it for its scent and texture.

I think, however, given the price, I am going to give your choice a try, if I can verify the ingredients. I have a lot of skin sensitivities. Lanolin is one of those no-no’s for me, and I can’t tell if it’s one of their ingredients, but it’s a common lip balm ingredient.

March 6, 2019 at 9:37 am

claudia

Active Member

My daughter recommended Maybelline baby lips with sunscreen and i love it! No scent and you can buy it without sunscreen. Only $3 at drugstores.

March 6, 2019 at 9:46 am

Joanna

(website)

Active Member

I like Burt’s Bees tinted lip balm in Red Dahlia (every drugstore), Dr. Lipp tinted (drlipp.com), a CBD for Life Pure CBD lip balm I got as a free gift (it’s basically vaseline I think, but unscented and emollient–cbdforlife.com) and First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Lip Therapy (Sephora/Ulta).

March 6, 2019 at 10:21 am

danusia

Definitely have to try this one!

March 6, 2019 at 10:45 am

bj1111

Veteran

ooo…love all the recs. hurraw is on my list. for now i’m loyal to co bigelow my favorite overnight lip balm. it really is my fave.

i also like by terry baume rose. but it is spendy and bigelow’s is longer lasting. bonus, i use it on anything that could use a bit of moisture like my cuticles or my red nose.

i think it’s the shea butter that’s doing it for me.

March 6, 2019 at 10:51 am

whidbeygirl

Active Member

Funny I’ve never used lip balm. Never felt a need. I wear lipstick because I need the color not so much the moisturizing. I wonder if it’s something where once you get started and get used to the feel of it and then you’re hooked. I’ll re-read eveybody’s faves and see if anything appeals to me and maybe give it a try.

March 6, 2019 at 10:55 am

Janet

(website)

Veteran

Hmm, as I’m reading the description, I don’t see any SPF on it? I really need SPF in my lip balm.

March 6, 2019 at 11:02 am

annagybe

(website)

Veteran

Hurraw makes a SPF 15 lip balm, it’s called Sun

March 6, 2019 at 12:03 pm

The Cat

Veteran

Sounds interesting. I, too, am a tea pot.

My favourite through nearly four decades is Elizabeth Arden’s Eight Hour Cream, which I use as a lip balm (but also for some other purposes).

However, often I just use Vaseline, which also works for me (though not quite as well as the Eight Hour Cream) and is much less expensive. I keep boxes of Vaseline everywhere.

Most of the usual lip balms I have tried either don’t work for me or I dislike the taste or substance.

March 6, 2019 at 12:37 pm

Style Fan

Veteran

Lip balm makes my lips drier. A dermatologist explained why to me and told me to stay away from them. I use CerVa night cream. I do have very sensitive skin and eczema.

March 6, 2019 at 12:47 pm

Jeanne

I use Eos but it’s not an everyday thing for me. This is interesting that so many people are into lip balm.

March 6, 2019 at 12:48 pm

ClaraB

Active Member

I’m seconding Hurraw with Angie! It’s been my favourite for a couple of years now. The results are amazing and the “flavours” nice and subtle (I like the Earl Grey, the mint and there is a sleepy one too, which I use religiously every night) so I have them stashed all over the place. I also like the by terry rose balm and the coloured Burt’s bees (but not the plain ones, which I just find way too waxy and not moisturising).

March 6, 2019 at 1:03 pm

elpgal

Veteran

Another fan of Burt Bees Red Dahlia. I also would like something with SPF.

March 6, 2019 at 1:35 pm

Claudia

My favourite of all times is “Classic Carmex”!

March 6, 2019 at 3:23 pm

Penny

Veteran

My favorite is Fresh Sugar Lip Treatment (in Berry), which is pricier but doubles as my lip tint, so it’s the only lip product I’m using these days. And the SPF is a plus!

March 6, 2019 at 3:29 pm

lisaflex

Veteran

DCT has sunscreen!

i also like fresh sugar lip treatment (no color)

March 6, 2019 at 3:49 pm

Janet

(website)

Veteran

I am really picky about the texture and taste/smell of lip balm. I also don’t understand the egg-shaped ones — just give me a darn tube I can fit in a pocket.

But I would really prefer to support products that are cruelty-free and as natural as possible. I also must have lip balm with SPF.

March 6, 2019 at 4:45 pm

sarah

Veteran

Thanks for this recommendation. It’s very hard to find lip balm that has SPF that doesn’t have a bunch of ingredients that I avoid because they are unsafe. It looks like Hurraw makes an SPF lip balm with safe ingredients. I’ll give it a try!

March 6, 2019 at 4:57 pm

Tessera

Active Member

I don’t use lip balm, but my husband’s favorite is Kiehl’s. I am a devotee of City Lips, a cruelty-free lip plumper that has Hyaluronic Acid and peptides. It’s spendy, but one tube lasts for months and it works as a gloss. When I put it on at bedtime, my mouth is still super moisturized 8 hours later. But a word of caution – it does have what to me is a very mild tingle when first applied.

March 6, 2019 at 5:20 pm

Bonnie

Veteran

I’ve been using Burt’s Bees for daily wear and have been happy enough with it. I wear Banana Boat Sport SPF 50 on my lip area for hiking. I think I’ll give Hurraw a try because it seems like a good alternative.

March 6, 2019 at 5:34 pm

Jaime

(website)

Veteran

I am also obsessed with lip balms in every bag – I use various ones with SPF but will try this next opportunity!

March 6, 2019 at 5:56 pm

Glory

Veteran

I’ll be on the lookout for this. I was using labello but switched to Aquaphor this year. My DD was recommended it by the dermatologist who was treating her for acne. The medication was making her lips terribly dry and Aquaphor ended up being the single item that helped.

March 6, 2019 at 8:06 pm

Firecracker (Sharan)

Veteran

These sound wonderful, Angie. I keep coming back to Fresh Suger Lip Treatment (high five, Penny!). I use the one with SPF for day and the one without for night.

March 6, 2019 at 8:29 pm

anne

Veteran

Your blog post spurred me to make a cup of Earl Grey, but not to wear lip balm! My kids like a paw paw lip balm. I wear lipstick most days and judge it sufficient.

March 7, 2019 at 2:14 am

Mainelady

Veteran

My sister gifted me with some Chanel and now that is all I use. Daytime: from the tube, which is lighter and smoothes on gloriously. I wear it alone or underlip color. Night: from a pot. It is a bit thicker and heavier. Fragrance free.

March 7, 2019 at 2:16 am

Bijou

Veteran

I wear lipstick by day and lip balm by night. My go to lip balm is Clarins, although from time to time I try others. I do love to drink Earl Grey tea so I am sure I would like this lip balm.

March 7, 2019 at 3:59 am

Angie

(website)

Fashion Stylist

Thanks for your thoughts and tips!

March 7, 2019 at 6:57 am

Preppy Pear

Veteran

Late, but I didn’t see this one mentioned: I highly recommend Supergoop Fusion Lip Balm with SPF 30, the açaí berry one. It’s by far the best one with SPF that I have ever tried.

March 7, 2019 at 6:25 pm

Vani

Veteran

Angie, another Hurraw earl grey lip balm user here. I also love the chai balm (surprise!). I cannot tell you how chuffed I am you love it as much as I do!

March 9, 2019 at 4:43 am