Sunscreen isn’t the only SPF you need in the heatwave: our lips have very little natural defence from damaging UV rays, so a sun protection balm is essential for avoiding burnt, chapped lips.
From water-resistant moisturisers to breakout blockers, these are the hottest SPF balms for protecting your pout.
COOLA Mineral Liplux SPF 30 in Nude Beach
Ellen DeGeneres’s go-to lip balm, formulated with avocado and raspberry extracts. It gives your lips a rosy tint and is water-resistant for up to 80 minutes.
£14.37 | Amazon | Buy it now
Sol de Janeiro My Sol Stick SPF 50
Swipe on your face and lips for factor 50 protection and speedy touch-ups. It’s fragranced with the caramel scent of doce de leite, a Brazilian dessert.
£24 | Cult Beauty | Buy it now
Base Everyday Lip Solve Tube
UV rays are bad news for cold-sore sufferers. This treatment balm is formulated with SPF 30 and liquorice root to help keep breakouts at bay.
£7.50 | Feel Unique | Buy it now
Kaplan MD Ultra Hydrating Lip Balm
This all-in-one balm provides intense moisture, repairs chapped lips and protects against sunburn with SPF 30.
£25 | Cult Beauty | Buy it now
EOS Active Aloe SPF 30 Lip Balm
Eos conducted a survey that found that over 50% of British women never apply SPF to their lips despite it being one of the most sensitive parts of the body. This balm leaves your lips soft, supple and scented, with refreshing aloe. It’s sweat and water-resistant for up to 80 minutes.
£6.50 | Look Fantastic | Buy it now
