Why should one favour a tinted balm over a lipstick?

Lipstick is a makeup product designed to give a glamorous effect to the lips by colouring them. However, depending on the texture, lipstick has the drawback of drying out the skin of the lips, particularly those with a matte finish. It is therefore advisable to apply a moisturising lip balm as a makeup base beforehand 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 colour, 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;

• Products derived from petrochemicals and based on hydrocarbons such as paraffin oil (INCI name: Paraffinum Liquidum), polybutene, paraffin wax (INCI name: Microcrystalline Wax) or even ozokerite 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 aluminium can potentially cause several health issues (infertility, nervous system disorders, liver tumours, etc...).

The skin of the lips is a thin, delicate, sensitive area, devoid of sebaceous and sweat glands, subjected daily to cold, wind and the sun's rays, promoting its dryness. They then become chapped, tight and tingling. In order 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 out lips.

However, by choosing a tinted lip balm, you will no longer be obliged to wear lipstick to make up your lips. Indeed, this treatment combines the colour 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 colours, suitable for all occasions and skin tones: rose 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 moisturising, regenerating and nourishing properties. This 2-in-1 care thus effectively combats lip dehydration, softens and protects them sustainably, while subtly enhancing them.