As someone who's been using Nivea lip balms for at least 10-15 years, I can say I'm a fan. Here's what I love about this one:
1. Packaging ★★★★★
It's slimmer than other Nivea lip balms, making it easier to apply. It looks clean and pretty too.
2. Hydration ★★★★
Just one application leaves my lips comfortably moisturized without feeling greasy.
3. Color ★★★★★
I bought this to touch up my lipstick or lip tint a few hours after application, and it's perfect for that. One swipe gives a natural tint that blends beautifully with any remaining lip color. It's a subtle, natural red shade.
4. Amount ★★★
The quantity is noticeably less compared to other Nivea lip balms.
5. Ingredients ★
There are 6 ingredients of concern, but I want to highlight one in particular - avobenzone. While it's likely included for UV protection, I wish they had used an alternative.
6. After application ★
I feel a slight warming sensation and my lips seem to plump up a bit. This could be due to my sensitive skin or an ingredient that doesn't agree with me. There's no rash or itching, though.
I think I prefer Nivea's colorless lip balms after all.
In the hand swatch, the left side shows five swipes, while the right side is just one swipe.
Due to the ingredients, I only apply it once. Still, it functions well as a tinted lip balm.
