Best Natural Lip Masks for Dry, Chapped Lips
A lip mask will bring extra hydration for your dry lips!
Are you constantly applying lip balm but your dry, chapped lips remain? Removing flaking skin and restoring hydration to delicate lip tissue requires deeper repair. Let me introduce you to the world of lip masks.
In this post, I’m breaking down the best natural lip masks to help you achieve soft, deeply hydrated lips.
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Best Natural Lip Masks – Quick Picks
What To Look For In A Clean Lip Mask
Ingredients to Avoid
- Alcohol
- Menthol And Phenol
- Artificial colors
- Parabens
- Petrolatum (Petroleum Jelly Or Mineral Oil)
- Fragrances, essential oils
- Dimethicone
- BHT Butylated Hydroxytoluene
- Plumping ingredients like cinnamon oil, peppermint oil, capsaicin.
Ingredients to Look For
Occlusives to lock in moisture in the lips:
Emollients to repair and soften lips:
- Shea butter
- Mango butter
- Mahua butter
- Cocoa butter
Humectants to hydrate lips:
Barrier supporting oils to soothe lips:
- Jojoba oil
- Rosehip oil
- Meadowfoam Seed oil
Lip Mask vs Lip Balm
The basic, surface level difference is that a lip mask repairs the lips, while a lip balm protects the lips. You can think of it as the difference between a face cream and a moisturizer. Lip masks are usually applied at night and lip balms are used during the day. However, if you want to use a lip mask as a lip balm, I won’t tell!
In need of a natural lip balm? Check out my favorites here!
How To Use A Lip Mask
- Prep the lips for repair through gentle exfoliation. You can make your own sugar scrub, purchase a lip scrub, or even use a washcloth to remove dead skin from the lips. Apply scrub, gently working in circles for 30 seconds. Rinse and pat dry. Check out my favorite lip scrubs here!
- Apply the lip mask. You can leave the lip mask on for 15 min or wear it overnight for maximum reparative benefits.
- Apply lip balm. After your lips have been restored to their former glory, it’s a good idea to swipe on a protective layer of lip balm.
Why Your Lips Are Still Dry
- Sun damage – lack of sun protection.
- Mouth breathing – breathing through the mouth at night.
- Dehydration – lack of water.
- Lip licking – disrupts skin barrier and can cause inflammation.
- Weather conditions – cold air, dry air, wind, low humidity.
- Drying ingredients – alcohol, menthol, artificial flavors, fragrance.
- Chronic health condition – autoimmune conditions, thyroid condition, nutrient deficiencies, eczema, lichen planus.
- Medications – antihistamines, blood pressure medications, chemotherapy and other medications.
Best Natural and Clean Lip Masks
Handmade Heroes Sleeping Lip Mask
This cruelty-free vegan lip mask is filled with nourishing ingredients and an even better price tag compared to many of the other lip masks.
Key Ingredients – Mango Butter, Plant-Derived Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Sunflower Seed Oil, Cocoa Butter, Jojoba Oil, Avocado Oil, Coconut Oil
Price – $8.99 ($14.98 /ounce)
Review – This was my least favorite lip mask. It felt goopy to me overall, similar to a petroleum jelly feel from back in the day- but not in a good way. I didn’t feel like it really made a difference in how my lips felt. My lips still felt dry even after using it the night before. It didn’t feel like longtime nourishment for my lips. It was a more budget friendly option overall so that’s a pro and easy to find on Amazon, but that’s about it. Not one I would recommend.
- 2/5- How did the lip mask feel when it was applied?
- 2/5- Did lips feel more hydrated in the morning?
- 4/5- Easy to apply the product?
- 1/5- Did it plump up the lips?
- 1/5 Did the product soothe chapped lips?
OSEA Dream Lip Mask
The OSEA lip mask has it all – it’s smoothing, soothing, and can give you enviable supple lips by morning. It has a gel texture that comforts and nourishes. A third-party study of 38 women backs it up with 100% of women showing visible improvements in lip lines in 8 hours.
Key Ingredients – Bio-Retinol, Passion Fruit Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Undaria Seaweed
Price – $28.00 (0.6 oz)
Review – This was a new product launch for OSEA in the last 6 months and I have been loving it! It has several pros on the list! First it smells really good. The scent can be described as fresh passion fruit which OSEA states that it’s derived from natural flavor that is a blend of botanicals extracts, and essences derived from various parts of plants including flowers and fruits. It has a combination of bio-retinol and seaweed that really helps to smooth and combat fine lines and wrinkles. Comes in a glass jar, which I love. The product itself does feel heavier than most of the lip masks and really stays on the lips well- probably because it’s thicker. I even have the product still on my lips the next morning. It feels nice, like my lips are extra nourished! That is one thing about this lip mask, it felt very hydrating overall. Whenever I use this, my lips always are just feeling so good in the moisture department. I did notice a plumpness to my lips with this product more than any other. Again, I think the moisture content really plays a part in this! The cons for this lip mask would be that it’s definitely on the pricier side, coming in at $28 and it does come in a jar, so you do have to use your finger to get the product out.
- 5/5- How did the lip mask feel when it was applied?
- 5/5- Did lips feel more hydrated in the morning?
- 4/5- Easy to apply the product?
- 4/5- Did it plump up the lips?
- 5/5 Did the product soothe chapped lips?
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True Botanicals Pure Radiance Overnight Lip Treatment
True Botanicals lip treatment stands out from the crowd by incorporating small molecule seed oils that can be easily absorbed by the lips. These oils smooth fine lines and plump lips. In a 4 week clinical study of 38 women ages 35-65, 100% of them saw a highly significant improvement in fine lines and wrinkles.
Key Ingredients – Tsubaki Oil, Arctic Cloudberry, Red Raspberry Seed Oil
Price – $32.00 (0.3 oz | 9g)
Review – I’ve been using this product for well over a year now and even got another one. This was really my first introduction to a lip product that was full of actives. There are so many pros to this lip mask. It’s actually a lip treatment overall- so full of actives like I mentioned. Not only does it nourish lips, but it also is combatting common signs of aging in lips. It feels so smooth going on and doesn’t feel goopy at all. It’s easy to apply with a wand applicator. Overall, it works so well! I have noticed smoother lips. This is always in my gift guides because it works so well and everyone would benefit from it. The cons would be the price for sure. It’s $32 and I feel like I can go through a tube within a couple months using it consistently. Another con would be it’s not super thick so if you’re just looking for hydration, this might not be the product for you.
- 5/5- How did the lip mask feel when it was applied?
- 4/5- Did lips feel more hydrated in the morning?
- 5/5- Easy to apply the product?
- 3/5- Did it plump up the lips?
- 3/5 Did the product soothe chapped lips?
Primally Pure Lip Oil
Primally Pure Lip Oil is versatile as it can be used alone or as an overnight mask. It provides intense hydration along with serious shine with natural ingredients.
Key Ingredients – Lanolin, Pomegranate Sterols, Tallow from grass-fed cows, Castor Oil
Price – $20.00 (0.5 FL oz)
Review – This lip oil I discovered last year and was pleasantly surprised by how much I liked it! I had used Primally Pure’s Lip Balms and loved them. The pros of this lip oil definitely outweigh the cons. The lip oil has a peppermint scent to it that I love- obsessed with all things mint! It has some of the cleanest ingredients in the lip oil like tallow from grass-fed cows and organic mango butter. It feels both hydrating and adds a slight sheen to the lips since it’s an oil. I do like how this is a little thinner overall than a typical lip mask. I wear this during the day by itself, under lipstick or any lip product where I feel I might need a little extra nourishment. I have one even in my desk drawer that I even use throughout the day when my lips need more moisture. It’s also so easy to apply because it comes in a tube and not a pot- so nice for application! The cons are that it’s not as thick as a typical lip mask, so it you’re wanting a product to really lather on, this isn’t it.
- 5/5- How did the lip mask feel when it was applied?
- 5/5- Did lips feel more hydrated in the morning?
- 4/5- Easy to apply the product?
- 0/5- Did it plump up the lips?
- 4/5 Did the product soothe chapped lips?
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Poppy & Pout Lip Mask
Poppy & Pout Lip Masks are fun! They come in a variety of flavors that use a clean combination of essential oils and natural flavor oils. They create softer, smoother lips with 100% natural ingredients and can be worn as a daytime lip gloss or an overnight mask.
Key Ingredients – Ethically sourced beeswax, Coconut oil, Essential oil
Price – $15.96 (0.75 oz / 21.5 g)
Review – The first pro of this lip mask is the price! I love how easy this one is to get on Amazon and inexpensive. I’ve used Poppy & Pout’s Lip Balms before and have loved them. I like how this one doesn’t feel goopy but feels like a mix between a balm and a cream. It’s very smooth and glides on the lips effortlessly. My lips felt very nourished in the morning and smooth. I found myself reaching for this one because it did feel easy to apply and I liked how moisturized my lips felt in the morning. I didn’t have any product left upon waking- most of it had been absorbed. The con would be that it doesn’t contain actives that are going to really fight signs of aging on the lips, so if that’s a priority, I would consider another product.
- 5/5- How did the lip mask feel when it was applied?
- 5/5- Did lips feel more hydrated in the morning?
- 4/5- Easy to apply the product?
- 1/5- Did it plump up the lips?
- 4/5 – Did the product soothe chapped lips?
One Skin OS-01 Lip Mask
The One Skin OS-01 Lip Mask uses OS-01 Peptide™to not only hydrate lips, but restore smoother, fuller, healthier lips. It stimulates collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid production. In a study, 98% agreed their lips felt hydrated for 8+ hours and 81% saw fewer wrinkles around the lips.
Key Ingredients – Microalgae, Ceramides and squalane, Astaxanthin, Palmitoyl hexapeptide-12
Price – $42 (7 mL / 0.24 fl oz)
Review – I was very excited to test out this lip mask! I had read rave reviews. I am familiar with their other products and have been impressed with their overall performance. Their products are all powered by their OS-01 peptide. The peptide is the brand signature anti-aging ingredient. It helps support barrier function, fine lines/wrinkles, skin texture and hydration levels. There are so many pros with this product. First, I like that the OS-01 peptide is in this product specifically because lips are one of the most delicate skin areas on the body. They tend to show signs of aging before other things. There is also less melanin in the lips overall, so more prone to sun damage. So having an ingredient that is actively fighting signs of aging in my lips is something I can get behind! While I haven’t been using it for 12 weeks to notice significant lines or wrinkles be minimized I did notice more of a smoothness to my lips overall. I also noticed my lips felt so moisturized all day long! Another bonus of this lip mask is the metal applicator that comes with it for applying the product and the refillable option. So you buy the compact once and then after that you just purchase a refillable compact to go in it. I love less plastic overall! The metal applicator is nice because you’re not touching the product with your hands. While it does have a balm texture to it, it doesn’t feel goopy at all. The only con is the price- $42! Although, it is definitely the most sophisticated lip mask product- from the formula to the packaging.
- 5/5- How did the lip mask feel when it was applied?
- 5/5- Did lips feel more hydrated in the morning?
- 5/5- Easy to apply the product?
- 2/5- Did it plump up the lips?
- 4/5- Did the product soothe chapped lips?
Frequently Asked Questions
Do lip masks actually work?
Lip masks are as effective as the ingredients in them. This is why it’s important to use a lip mask that contains clean ingredients. Lip masks are designed to hydrate the lips and lock in moisture with ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, vitamin E, and glycerin.
Can I use a lip mask every day?
A lip mask can be used every day especially if it doesn’t contain any irritating ingredients.
What is the best natural ingredient for dry lips?
Beeswax is one of the best natural ingredients for dry lips. It helps retain moisture by serving as a breathable seal over the lips and also a protective layer against the elements.
Are lip masks better than lip balms for dry lips?
If your lips are severely dry and in need of deeper therapy, choose a lip mask. If your lips are in need of a hydration boost but not necessarily intensive care, then a lip balm will do. It’s best to combine forces for maximum benefit. Use a lip balm during the day and a lip mask a couple times during the week at night for deeper repair.
How We Tested Lip Masks
We tested the lip masks on dry lips that had nothing else on them. We also tested the product at night before we went to bed. These are the things we considered testing the lip masks. We ranked each item below on a scale from 0-5, with 5 being the best it could get for that category and 0 being the least.
- How did the lip mask feel when it was applied?
- Did lips feel more hydrated in the morning?
- Was it hard to apply the product?
- Did it plump up the lips?
- Was there product left on the lips after waking up?
- Did the product soothe chapped lips?
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