Why should you prefer a tinted balm over a lipstick?

Lipstick is a makeup product designed to give a glamorous effect to the lips by coloring them. However, depending on the texture, lipstick has the drawback of drying out the skin of the lips, especially those with a matte finish. It is therefore recommended to apply beforehand a moisturizing lip balm as a makeup base to protect them from drying out and onto which the lipstick will adhere better.

Furthermore, due to its direct contact with the mouth, lipstick can potentially pose long-term health risks depending on its composition. A study has notably revealed that women ingest between 20 and 50 mg of lip product (gloss, lipstick, lip balm) per day. Lipstick primarily contains natural or synthetic pigments that give it its color, but it is also generally composed of:

• Chemical preservatives such as phenoxyethanol, the BHA or even the BHT are used to prevent the proliferation of microorganisms or the oxidation of the product. However, these are suspected to be endocrine disruptors;

• Petrochemical-derived and hydrocarbon-based products such as paraffin oil (INCI name: Paraffinum Liquidum), polybutene, paraffin wax (INCI name: Microcrystalline Wax), or ozokerite are used to provide shine and consistency to lipstick. However, these components have been shown to be carcinogenic. They can also have negative effects on fertility and the hormonal system if ingested;

• Heavy Metals such as lead, manganese, chromium, or even aluminum can potentially cause several health problems (infertility, nervous system disorders, liver tumors, etc...).

The skin of the lips is a thin, delicate, sensitive area devoid of sebaceous and sweat glands, subjected daily to cold, wind, and sun rays, promoting its dryness. They then become chapped, tight, and tingling. To protect them against these external aggressions, regardless of the season, and to preserve their plump, soft, smooth, and silky appearance, the application of a lip balm is recommended. It helps to repair, hydrate, soften, and protect weakened and dried lips.

However, by choosing a tinted lip balm, you will no longer be required to wear lipstick to color your lips. Indeed, this treatment combines the color of a classic lipstick and the comfort of a lip balm. At Typology, we have designed a range of tinted lip balms with a broad palette of five shades, suitable for all occasions and skin tones: rosy beige, powdered pink, ruby red, coral orange, and plum purple.

Formulated without mineral oils, silicones, hydrocarbon-based products, and parabens, our lip care makeup is enriched with natural origin components with moisturizing, regenerating, and nourishing properties. This 2-in-1 care thus effectively combats lip dehydration, softens and durably protects them, while subtly enhancing them.