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The 30-second answer
Per the AAD: look for a fragrance-free, hypoallergenic balm with ceramides, dimethicone or petrolatum, avoid camphor, eucalyptus, fragrance, lanolin and menthol, and use SPF 30 or higher outdoors. The cheapest are Raw African at EGP 52 and Nutshell at EGP 65, and for sun Bobai SPF50+ at EGP 115. Most product pages do not state the ingredient list, so read it on the pack.
How to choose a lip balm
- Non-irritating products: use non-irritating lip balm, lipstick and other lip products, and avoid camphor, eucalyptus, fragrance, lanolin and menthol.
- Look for: ceramides, dimethicone and petrolatum (white petroleum jelly), and a fragrance-free, hypoallergenic product.
- For very cracked lips: a thick ointment, because ointment seals in water longer than waxes or oils.
- How often: several times a day and before bed.
- Sun: a lip balm with SPF 30 or higher before going outdoors, reapplied every 2 hours outside; the sun can burn dry, chapped lips more easily and could trigger cold sores.
Habits that heal chapped lips
- Stop licking, biting and picking at your lips: as saliva evaporates, lips become drier.
- Drink plenty of water, because chapped lips are dry lips.
- Use a humidifier in the bedroom, especially if you breathe through your mouth at night.
- Avoid holding metal items such as paperclips and jewellery with your lips.
- This care usually heals them in 2 to 3 weeks; if they do not improve see a dermatologist, because the cause may be something else.
Lip balms with sun protection
#1
SPF 50+UVA/UVB
Bobai Sunscreen Lip Protectant SPF50+ – 10 g
A lip balm with high sun protection
EGP 115135
EGP 11.5 per g · 10 g
- The pack: SPF50+, UVA/UVB (broad spectrum) and water-resistant
- The page: moisturises lips and prevents dryness and cracking
- The highest protection here; the AAD recommends SPF 30 or higher before going outdoors, reapplied every 2 hours
Heads-up: The ingredient list is not on the page or visible on the pack photo; check the pack
#2
SPF 15+Moisturising
Solodex Hydra Active SPF 15+ Lip Balm – 12 g
A lip balm with light sun protection
EGP 170
EGP 14.2 per g · 12 g
- The pack: SPF 15+ and a moisturising formula
- The page: deep hydration and protection from dryness and sun
- 12 g size
Heads-up: SPF 15 is below the SPF 30 the AAD recommends outdoors; the ingredient list is not stated
Simple everyday moisturisers
#3
CoconutCheapest
Raw African Coconut Lip Balm – 5 g
A simple lip balm at the lowest price
EGP 52
EGP 10.4 per g · 5 g
- The page: deep hydration with a natural formula
- The page: softens lips and protects them from dryness through the day
- 5 g size
Heads-up: The page is brief and gives no ingredients or SPF
#4
Shea and coconutBeeswax
Nutshell Shea Butter & Coconut Lip Therapy – 10 g
A balm with shea butter, oils, honey and beeswax
EGP 65
EGP 6.5 per g · 10 g
- The page: shea butter, coconut, sweet almond, jojoba and olive oils, honey and beeswax
- The page: moisturises, softens and protects dry and chapped lips
- 10 g at a low price
Heads-up: The page lists many natural ingredients; if you are allergic to any (such as honey or almond) check it. It has no SPF
#5
Cherry flavourDaily
Eva Skin Clinic Lip Balm Cherry – 4 g
A cherry-flavoured lip balm (berry and watermelon too)
EGP 70
EGP 17.5 per g · 4 g
- The page: soft hydration with a cherry flavour for daily use
- The page: keeps lips soft and nourished through the day
- The other flavours (berry and watermelon) cost the same
Heads-up: A flavour means an added fragrance, and the AAD advises avoiding fragrance when lips are chapped; the ingredient list is not stated
#6
15 gBerry scent
See-Lit Lip Balm – 15 g
A creamy fast-absorbing lip balm
EGP 100200
EGP 6.7 per g · 15 g
- The page: creamy, non-sticky and berry-scented, for dry and chapped lips
- The page: apply before bed for overnight moisture or as a base under lipstick
- The biggest size here at a lower cost per gram
Heads-up: The page mentions a scent (fragrance), which the AAD advises avoiding for chapped lips; it also describes a plumping effect we do not repeat
Repair and pharmacy brands
#7
RepairLip barrier
Dermactive Acti Repair Lip Balm – 15 ml
An intensive moisturising balm for dry, chapped lips
EGP 149
EGP 9.9 per ml · 15 ml
- The page: intensive hydration that supports the natural lip barrier
- The page: a lightweight texture that is not heavy or sticky
- The page: reduces dryness and chapping and improves softness
Heads-up: The ingredient list is not on the page; and it has no SPF per the page
#8
Dry lipsSensitive lips
La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Lip Balm – 7.5 ml
A simple moisturising lip balm
EGP 399460
EGP 53.2 per ml · 7.5 ml
- The page: helps hydrate lips and keep them comfortable and smooth
- The page: suitable for sensitive lips and daily use, and several times a day
- The page: apply before exposure to dry conditions
Heads-up: Among the priciest per ml; ingredients are not detailed on the page
#9
Dry and sensitiveRepair balm
Avène Cicalfate Lip Balm – 10 ml
A nourishing balm for dry and sensitive lips
EGP 530619
EGP 53.0 per ml · 10 ml
- The page: a nourishing formula for dry and sensitive lips
- The page: a lightweight texture that keeps lips soft and hydrated
- The pack: “Baume réparateur” (repair balm) for chapped, irritated lips
Heads-up: The priciest here; the ingredient list is not on the page or visible on the pack photo
| Product | SPF | Price | Per g/ml |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nutshell Shea Butter & Coconut Lip Therapy – 10 g | None | EGP 65 | EGP 6.5 |
| See-Lit Lip Balm – 15 g | None | EGP 100 | EGP 6.7 |
| Dermactive Acti Repair Lip Balm – 15 ml | None | EGP 149 | EGP 9.9 |
| Raw African Coconut Lip Balm – 5 g | None | EGP 52 | EGP 10.4 |
| Bobai Sunscreen Lip Protectant SPF50+ – 10 g | 50+ | EGP 115 | EGP 11.5 |
| Solodex Hydra Active SPF 15+ Lip Balm – 12 g | 15+ | EGP 170 | EGP 14.2 |
| Eva Skin Clinic Lip Balm Cherry – 4 g | None | EGP 70 | EGP 17.5 |
| Avène Cicalfate Lip Balm – 10 ml | None | EGP 530 | EGP 53.0 |
| La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Lip Balm – 7.5 ml | None | EGP 399 | EGP 53.2 |
Sizes are in grams for some products and ml for others, so the comparison is approximate.
Keep in mind
- If a product stings, burns or tingles: stop it (AAD advice).
- No studies compare these products, so choose by the stated formula and what suits you.
- The ingredient list is not on most pages, so check the pack before buying, especially if you have allergies.
- Dry, scaly lips after 2 to 3 weeks of care: see a dermatologist, because the AAD mentions a precancerous condition (actinic cheilitis) that makes lips dry and scaly.
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FAQ
What are the best lip balm ingredients?
The AAD recommends ceramides, dimethicone and petrolatum (white petroleum jelly), in a fragrance-free, hypoallergenic product.
Which ingredients should I avoid?
The AAD advises avoiding camphor, eucalyptus, fragrance, lanolin and menthol.
Do I need SPF on my lips?
Yes; the AAD recommends a lip balm with SPF 30 or higher before going outdoors, reapplied every 2 hours, because the sun burns chapped lips more easily.
How often should I apply lip balm?
Several times a day and before bed, per the AAD.
Does licking my lips harm them?
Yes; as saliva evaporates the lips become drier, so the AAD recommends stopping licking, biting and picking.
When should I see a dermatologist?
If they do not improve after 2 to 3 weeks of care, per the AAD.
Read next: best sunscreen in Egypt and best body lotion for dry skin in winter.
The bottom line
Choose a balm without fragrance, camphor or menthol, use one with SPF 30 or higher outdoors, and stop licking your lips. The cheapest starts at EGP 52, and if dryness lasts beyond 2 to 3 weeks see a dermatologist.
Sources
This content is for information and is not a substitute for advice from a doctor or pharmacist. Prices and availability may change; the final price is on the product page.
