UV Lip Balm - Protect and Nourish Your Lips with Every Swipe
Your lips are just as vulnerable to sun damage as the rest of your skin, and they are often overlooked. EltaMD UV Lip Balm SPF 36 delivers broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection in a moisturizing formula that keeps lips soft, smooth, and shielded from the elements.
Enriched with antioxidants and hydrating ingredients, this daily essential defends against sunburn, dryness, and premature aging while giving lips a healthy, comfortable feel.
Why You'll Like It
- Broad-spectrum SPF 36 from transparent zinc oxide and octinoxate.
- Water resistant for up to 80 minutes.
- Creamy, long-lasting texture moisturizes dry, chapped lips.
- Antioxidants including vitamin C ester, vitamin E, quercetin, and thioctic acid.
- Hydromanil helps deliver immediate and long-lasting moisture.
- Slim tube slips easily into a pocket, purse, or ski jacket.
Who Is It For
- Anyone whose lips burn, peel, or chap after time in the sun and wind.
- Hikers, skiers, beachgoers, and athletes.
- Dry or chapped lips that need daily moisture.
- Anyone who wants an SPF base under lipstick or gloss.
Lips burn too: keep EltaMD UV Lip Balm SPF 36 within reach and give them the same daily protection you already give your face.
Benefits
This creamy, long-lasting sunscreen moisturizes dry, chapped, and sun-exposed lips!
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Broad-Spectrum SPF 36 - Defends lips against UVA and UVB damage
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Hydrating Formula - Glycerin, castor seed oil, and vitamin E help lock in moisture
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Everyday Comfort - Smooth texture glides on without stickiness
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Antioxidant Enriched - Fights free radical damage caused by the sun and pollution
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Convenient & Travel-Friendly - Perfect for on-the-go use, year-round
- Water-resistant up to 80 minutes
Pair it with your face SPF from our EltaMD sunscreen collection for head-to-lips protection from one dermatologist-trusted brand.
How to Use
- Apply liberally to lips 15 minutes before sun exposure
- Reapply at least every 2 hours, and after eating, swimming, or towel-drying
- For children under 6 months: ask a physician before use
Smart Sun Safety Tips
- Use sunscreen daily on exposed skin with SPF 15 or higher
- Limit direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
- Wear a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, and protective clothing when outdoors
Ingredients
Active Ingredients: 7.5% Octinoxate, 7.0% Transparent Zinc oxide
Ingredient Insights:
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Zinc Oxide: A Natural mineral compound that works as a sunscreen agent by reflecting and scattering UVA and UVB rays
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Octinoxate: Organic compound that helps increase UV protection
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Glycerin: Provides moisture retention and is a skin conditioning agent and skin protectant
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Quercetin: Antioxidant that reduces free radicals to help diminish the visible signs of aging
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Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vitamin C ester): Antioxidant that reduces free radicals to help diminish the visible signs of aging
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Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E): Antioxidant that reduces free radicals to help diminish the visible signs of aging
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Thioctic Acid: An antioxidant that reduces free radicals to help diminish the visible signs of aging
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Hydromanil®: Provides immediate and long-lasting moisturization
Inactive Ingredients: Petrolatum, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol, Water, Lauryl Laurate, Flavor, Polyethylene, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Hydrogenated Soybean Oil, Beeswax, Glycerin, Glyceryl Behenate, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Hydrolyzed Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum, Microcrystalline Wax, Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Thioctic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Quercetin.
Ingredients may change. Please check the packaging for the most current list.
FAQ
Does this lip balm have a tint?
No. EltaMD UV Lip Balm SPF 36 goes on clear and natural-looking.
Can I wear lipstick or gloss over it?
Yes! It works great as a hydrating base under your favorite lip color.
Is it water-resistant?
Yes, it offers water resistance for 80 minutes, making it ideal for outdoor activities.
Will it feel sticky?
No, the formula is smooth, hydrating, and comfortable without tackiness.
Can men use this, too?
Absolutely. It’s clear, fragrance-free, and designed for anyone who needs lip protection.
How often should I reapply?
Reapply every 2 hours, or more frequently after swimming, sweating, or wiping your lips.
Complete your sunscreen regimen with EltaMD UV Sport for your body, and the best-selling UV Daily Sunscreen for your face.
Protect your smile from the sun’s harsh rays with EltaMD UV Lip Balm SPF 36. This antioxidant-rich, hydrating formula shields lips against UVA/UVB damage while locking in moisture to keep them soft and smooth. Perfect for everyday wear, beach days, or mountain adventures, it delivers comfortable protection without stickiness, so your lips feel as good as they look.
