9 Best Chapsticks for Men That Protect and Moisturize

Best Lip Balm With Sunscreen

Sunscreen Lip Balm SPF 30

ConsSome flavors are tinted

Even if this balm stick didn’t contain sun protection, it would still be at the top of this list. The ultra-moisturizing coconut oil base both protects and moisturizes your lips for hours and the addition of aloe and Vitamin E increase it’s hydration factors exponentially, as well as giving it a soothing element that’s welcome on dry lips, especially if they’ve been out in the sun.

But since it does have sunscreen (dermatologist-approved SPF 30, in fact), we can’t help but stan. It’s the perfect double-duty lip balm that not only moisturizes your lips but protects them from the damaging UV rays of the sun. It’s absolutely a beach day essential, but we recommend using it every day, just like you would your facial sunscreen, to help prevent cumulative damage in the long term (and keep your lips hydrated to boot).

Key IngredientsCoconut oil, aloe, Vitamin E, sunscreenFormatStick

Best Overall Lip Balm

Lip Protectant + Broad Spectrum SPF 30

ConsCan be greasy if too much is applied

This near perfect lip balm checks all the boxes you want in a balm. It’s so moisturizing that it instantly soothes and protects even the driest, crustiest lips thanks to the tried and true ingredients in the formula. “The combination of lanolin and purified petrolatum has long been used for extra-dry skin,” says Dr. Zeichner. This balm contains both, plus a helping of shea butter for good measure. Yes, it’s good for dry lips, but your lips don’t have to be extra dry to use it and get a benefit. It also help protect lips from drying out.

There’s also SPF in the formula, which other similar lip ointments don’t typically have, which is what makes this balm our best overall pick. Whether you’re applying it in the depths of winter to heal chapped lips or in the summer to prevent lip sunburn, it’s your all-season, all-weather best bet.

Key IngredientsLanolin, petrolatum, shea butterFormatOintment

Best Natural Lip Balm

Lipcare SPF 25

ConsMay need to soften before applying

“Made with all-natural ingredients, this stick uses aloe along with cocoa butter and sunflower seed oil to moisturize and soften the lips,” says Dr. Zeichner. “Plus, vitamin E offers antioxidant protection against UV light.” Not to mention, of course, the hybrid chemical and mineral sunscreens in the formula that give the SPF 25 sun protection. For the record, dermatologists usually recommend at least an SPF 30 in sunscreen, but some sun protection is always better than none.

If you prefer natural ingredients, this is a great natural-based option that doesn’t compromise on function or sun protection. One thing to keep in mind, however, is that it tends to get very stiff, so you may want to give it a moment and soften it up before using it so it spreads across your lips more easily.

Key IngredientsAloe vera, cocoa butter, sunflower seed oil, Vitamin EFormatStick

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Best Luxury Lip Balm

Jack Black Intense Therapy Lip Balm SPF 25 Duo

ConsNo sun protection

There’s a reason Vaseline has been around for so long (since 1870 to be precise) – it’s still one of the most healing and moisturizing products on the market. It’s ideal for especially dry and cracked skin and can help heal it like new with lightning speed. It’s because the petrolatum not only moisturizes skin but also forms an occlusive barrier that helps prevent water from evaporating out (yes, that’s a real thing) and prevents bad stuff from getting inside.

Inside this tube, you’ll find classic Vaseline like the find you get in a tub, though this is much better because you don’t need to get your fingers greasy in order to use it (we’d venture to say it’s more hygienic also). Plus, the tube is way easier to carry around in your pocket.

Key IngredientsPetrolatumFormatOintment

Best Lip Balm with Shea Butter

L’Occitane Shea Butter Lip Balm Stick

ConsDoes not contain sun protection

Let’s be realistic: most of us really only apply lip balm when our lips feel dry or chapped, so moisturizing ability is the most important thing to consider when choosing a lip balm. This stick is very straightforward in its moisturizing and softening abilities. “High concentrations of shea butter soften rough cells on the surface of lips and help repair dry skin,” Dr. Zeichner says. “It’s great for extra-dry, chapped lips.”

You’ll also find castor oil in the formula, yet another moisturizing and protective agent, as well as a couple different kinds of natural waxes, which help it retain its stick shape but also pull double duty as moisturizers. So you see, if what you’re really after is an effective and protective moisturizing stick for your lips, this one is one of the best.

Key IngredientsShea butter, castor oil, candelilla wax, beeswaxFormatStick

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Best Multi-Purpose Balm

Doctor Rogers Restore Healing Balm

ConsCostly for one small tube, but made for all skin types

When something comes with this sort of price tag, it’s always good for it to provide multiple uses. On that front, and more, this one really delivers. “This plant based balm is great for anyone with dry lips, and it can even be used if you are extra sensitive,” says Dr. Zeichner. “It’s free of parabens, phthalates, and fragrance, and can also be applied to dry skin, cuts, or burns.”

The simple formula contains only three ingredients – castor seed oil, glycerin, and castor wax – all of which are highly effective moisturizers that not only help to heal and moisturize the skin, but also protect it from both water loss and the outside elements, allowing it to heal more effectively. Keep this ointment around for your lips, of course, but also when you get little burns, scrapes or cuts to help them heal with minimal scarring.

Key IngredientsCastor seed oil, glycerin, castor waxFormatBalm

Best Lip Balm with Mineral Sunscreen

UV Lip Balm BroadSpectrum SPF 36

ConsMay have to reapply after 80 minutes if you’re in the water

Yes, this is a lip balm made by a sunscreen brand, so all of your classic sunscreen things apply here. There’s broad spectrum SPF 30, it’s water resistant up to 80 minutes, and it uses chemical sunscreens to provide protection. That’s all great, but it’s – shockingly – not the main reason we chose it.

Even with the sun protective factors, this lip balm is one of the most hydrating we tried. The hydration comes from natural plant butters and oils, which deeply moisturize skin while also leaving your lips feeling smooth and supple. Plus, the formula is packed with antioxidants that help to further protect your skin from the aging and skin-damaging effects of the sun’s UV rays.

Key IngredientsCupuaçu butter, raspberry and jojoba seed oilsFormatStick

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