How to Choose Lip Balm for Men: How to Apply It Regularly Without It Showing

Chapped lips have nothing to do with gender, but many people say they don't use lip balm because they dislike the shine or fragrance. I’ve put together some tips on what to look for and how to apply it discreetly for those trying lip balm for the first time.

3 things to look for

1. Fragrance-free: Since you apply it right above your mouth, the scent can seem stronger than you expect. Check that 'fragrance' isn't listed in the ingredients.
2. Colorless: Choose a clear lip balm, not a tinted lip balm.
3. Easy to carry: You’re more likely to use it regularly if you can keep it in your pocket or bag.

Tips for applying it discreetly

• Apply a very thin layer: Swipe it over your lips just once. Shine is usually caused by applying too much.
• Gently press your lips together after applying: Press your upper and lower lips together once to spread it evenly.
• Blot any remaining shine with the back of your hand: If it looks too shiny, gently press it once with the back of your hand or a tissue.

When to apply it

• After shaving or washing your face, before your lips dry out
• When spending a long time outdoors, and before or after exercise
• Apply a generous amount before bed and go to sleep with it on — it doesn't matter if it looks shiny at night

About Gloshell Melt Lip Balm

Gloshell Squalane Melt Lip Balm is colorless and contains no fragrance in its ingredient list. Its melt texture softens with body heat and spreads into a thin layer, so a small amount is enough to cover your lips. It contains 200,000ppm squalane, 86,970ppm shea butter, ceramide NP, and panthenol, and comes in an 11ml size.

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