Pucker Up!

I have a thing about dry lips.  Can't stand them...hate 'em...ew.  As the climate changes I find myself constantly reaching for something to smooth and moisturize my lips.  And, I have found some really great products that I recommend to those of you with a similar lip obsession.  (Disclaimer: I like a lot of moisture. Chap stick types are far too waxy and dry for me so all of these are a bit slick and glossy  -- just how I like 'em.)

Here is the run down...click on any of the images to get more information or purchase...

I used Kiss Me by Philosophy for years. I was introduced to it as a gift right before my wedding and I was hooked.

Then, I bought a Murad skincare kit and discovered this baby.  Loved the slight pomegranate scent and moisture galore.




Most recently, I discovered Satin Lips from Mary Kay.  You can purchase this as a 2 part system (exfoliating lip "mask" + moisturize) or just get the Lip Balm on its own for $9. (And if you haven't checked out their Satin Hands, you should. I had it demonstrated on one hand and there were serious results. I kept stroking my left hand all day...people must have thought I was creepy.

 All of the above can put you out close to $20 which is a little pricey for lip balm, especially if you use them a lot.  But, I do recommend them enough that I sunk the $20 for each of them time and again for over 6 years now.

A beauty for less alternative cam be found in your little one's diaper caddy (if you are a mama) or the local drug store.  Good ole Aquaphor.  This stuff is about $6 for a tube ($17 bucks for a vat!) and it works...dare I say almost as well as the above but without the cute packaging.  In fact, Aquaphor is just a good all purpose item to have around.  Rash? Excema? Chapped lips? Slap some on!  I have discovered a lot of alternate uses for items...ask me one day about my creative uses of Desitin -- there are many.

Me puckering up for with the Stylish Dish family (don't worry, my son survived).  Remember my family photo post way back when?