Any alternatives to the L'Oréal lip balm for cold sore prone chapped lips?
BraveWillow82 · 2h ago · 5 upvotes
I have been using the L'Oréal lip in balm for a while and I like how it keeps my chapped lips soft, but it is getting hard to find near me. I get the occasional fever blister so I try to keep my lips from drying out and cracking in the first place. Is there a similar balm you like, ideally something with spf since sun seems to be a trigger for me?
3 replies
BraveSummit142h ago
I switched to a plain petrolatum based balm with spf 30 and my lips have stayed comfortable all summer. Keeping them protected from sun and wind made a big difference for me.
BraveFox282h ago
I like balms that list ceramides or shea butter high on the ingredients, they feel close to the L'Oréal one. I also carry a separate spf stick for outdoor days since sunlight is a common cold sore trigger.
RuggedAspen472h ago
Not a balm tip exactly, but I focus on the basics, staying hydrated, managing stress and sleep, and some people in this community also talk about lysine as part of their wellness routine. For the balm itself, anything gentle and fragrance free works well for me.
