Finding the perfect lip balm is hard enough, but discovering one that stands up to dry, flaky lips while on acne medication is another thing altogether.
Isotretinoin, also known as roaccutane and oratane, is a medication that is notoriously harsh on lips as your oil glands shrink drastically, making them extremely dry and chapped.
Riding out the side effects of roaccutane can be tough, but having an effective lip balm at hand is one way to make the process a whole lot easier. Your go-to lip balm may not quite cut the mustard anymore, so we’ve rounded up the best ones to use.
These lip treatments are still amazing even if you aren’t on isotretinoin – no matter what's causing your chapped lips, they should be stashed in your handbag, at your desk, and on your bedside table.
La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5
Perfect for roaccutane users to help repair the skin and soothe irritation, this fragrance free balm is both rich and soothing. Importantly, it contains no harsh or irritating ingredients, working to protect the lips in their vulnerable state. While it can be used on the skin to soothe dry areas, this balm also works to relieve and protect the lips thanks to anti-bacterial agents.
Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Skin Protectant
A skin cream that can be used all over your body and not just your lips, this thick gel acts as a protective barrier to stop your kisser getting dryer throughout the day. It doesn't sink in straight away, so is perfect if you prefer a richer balm and hate the feeling of dry lips.
A cheaper option that does the job just as well, if you run out you'll have no problem purchasing tube after tube. The advanced moisture formula reduces discomfort of cracked lips while providing SPF 15 protection which is crucial as your lips, and skin, are more sensitive to the sun.
With certified natural and organic ingredients, Weleda Skin Food Lip Balm helps nourish, protect, soothe and repair dry, chapped lips. The gloss finish makes for a perfect substitute to lipsticks if you find you can't wear them. Hello kissable lips!
This multi-tasking beauty balm contains a blend of natural, nourishing and healing ingredients such as rosehip, jojoba, manuka honey and echinacea to heal dry and damaged lips. You can build up the thickness for either a lightweight lick of balm or rich cover. Ideal for lathering on before you go to sleep so you wake up with beautifully soft lips.
This article orginally appeared on beautyheaven.
