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Suffering from a pesky perpetually chapped pout?

Winter is here, so there’s no time like the present to get your hands on a hardworking lip balm. These little gems are the best for the job, and there’s one to suit every budget:

1. Zam-Buk (R4.35; Dis-Chem)
Magic ingredients: Eucalyptus, Thyme and Sassafras Oil; Camphor.
Why we love it: An iconic local product that instantly soothes chapped lips.

2. Avon Care Cocoa Butter Lip Butter (R32; Avon representatives)
Magic ingredients: Cocoa butter, Vitamin E.
Why we love it: Feels luxurious on the lips and smells rich and chocolatey.

3. Maybelline Baby Lips Dr Rescue (R 34.95; major retailers)
Magic ingredients: Eucalyptus Oil and Shea butter.
Why we love it: Available in six natural shades, each one has a delightfully soothing, cooling effect.

4. Blistex Daily Conditioning Treatment For Lips (R52; major retailers).
Magic ingredients: Cocoa butter, Aloe and Vitamin E.
Why we love it: Replenishes moisture and protects against sun damage with SPF 20.

5. Kiehl’s Lip Balm #1 (R70; Kiehl’s counters in Edgars stores)
Magic ingredients: Squalane, Lanolin and Aloe Barbadensis.
Why we love it: Colour- and fragrance-free with a light, glossy texture.

6. Clarins Daily Energizer Lovely Lip Balm (R165; www.clarins.co.za).
Magic ingredients: Organic cocoa butter, Shea oil and redberry extract.
Why we love it: Contains pigments that react with lip pH, resulting in a perfectly personalised shade of pink.

BB Beauties, what’s your go-to product for beating the dreaded winter lip drought? Share with us below…