Glossier Balm Dotcom comes in seven versions — three are untinted (one of which has glitter), four are tinted, and every one is as effective as it is fun to apply.
Before I tried Glossier Balm Dotcom for the first time I was convinced it was overrated. I love just about everything Glossier, but how special could a lip balm in a pink and white tube really be? Uh, the answer is really freaking special.
I'll admit that this is more of a protective lip balm rather than a restorative one. It's not going to heal over your cracked lips like the Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask, but it will protect them from further damage, and do so very well, thanks to ingredients like castor seed oil and beeswax.
The balm lasts a long time on your lips, withstanding several cups of coffee and even food without completely wearing off. My favorite iteration is the Birthday flavor, which was inspired by Momofuku Milk Bar's famous cake. It's sheer with a tiny bit of shimmer, perfect for days when I'm not wearing makeup. I even tap the excess on my fingertips into my cheekbones for a subtle highlighter effect.
The Birthday balm is a bit glossy, but the others just deliver a slight sheen. My husband loves the Mint version, which smells like Breyer's mint chocolate chip ice cream and goes on clear — I even bought him a trio for his birthday last year so he'd stop swiping mine. Some of the other scents, like Rose and Cherry, have a very subtle tint. Guides editor Malarie Gokey uses the Rose one every day.
I probably don't need to prove that people love Glossier, but in case you're not convinced, Balm Dotcom also comes recommended by Marie Claire, Elle, and Allure.
Pros: Long-lasting, hypoallergenic, paraben free
Cons: Need to apply with fingers
Buy Balm Dotcom at Glossier for $12