I have a confession to make, guys.. I’m a little selfish. I like reviewing things that are easy for me to get my hands on, in the event that I wanna keep using it after reviewing it. But I was given the opportunity to try this product from an Australian company called Lanolips (not to be confused with LanoLip), and I’m now a tad depressed that it’s not so easy for us in the States to get.
I reviewed the previously mentioned LanoLip awhile back, and I was impressed by the overall texture of the product and the results after using it on my lips for a little while. I honestly was a little grossed out at the idea of putting a sheep’s fatty oils all over my mouth, but whatev’s — I pulled through. But see, I’m no longer all that impressed with LanoLip, and that is because I’ve tried this.
I don’t mean to compare the two products, because they are both good and both worth checking out. But just so you know, LanoLip only contains medical grade lanolin, while Lanolips is made of 100% ULTRA medical grade lanolin, which you can read about here, along with benefits to using the product and other uses for it.
PRICE: $17.95AUD at adorebeauty
PACKAGING: This is a 17.5ml squeeze tube (or about .7oz). I think that the part that’ll stand out to everyone is that sheep. She’s so stylish and pretty with her lips and eyelashes. But anyway, yeah, she’s sitting at the very top of the tube, above the Lanolips company name. Below that, we have the product name. On the back, there’s the list of ONE ingredient — I will probably never see that phenomenon again. There’s also some info about the product. Twist off the cap, and.. No slant-tip applicator! This is just one of those, er, holes. Think “tube of toothpaste”. Which means you’re gonna kinda have to use your fingers for this one unless you get creative. Overall, I like the packaging for this. It’s nothing fancy, but it’s very clean looking. Plus, I really love that sheep.
TEXTURE/GLIDE: First, it really helps to warm the tube with your hands a bit before attempting to apply this. Otherwise, it’s really difficult to even squeeze it out of the tube. Once you’ve done that, this stuff is easy peasy. It glides on with zero problems whatsoever. The texture is a little different, but really good. It really kind of forms a barrier on your lips, definitely not like putting on plain ol’ lip balm. It’s very smooth and creamy, and moisturizes amazingly, with zero stickiness or tackiness. When first applied, there’s a little bit of a really nice gloss to it, but after awhile it sinks into your lips and the glossiness tones down a lot.
SMELL/FLAVOR: There is zero scent to this.
LASTING POWER: The actual balm lasts about two hours or so, but even after it has visably worn off, you can still kinda feel the residue hanging around.
INGREDIENTS: 100% Ultra-refined medical grade lanolin. AND THAT’S IT. Totally mindblowing.
OVERALL: Looove. I’m a little sad that when my tube is gone, it’s gonna be a little difficult for me to get my hands on it, and I use this stuff a lot (yes, for more purposes than just my lips — gotta love multi-use products!). But setting my tears aside, this is an awesome product and if you can manage to snatch one up, or you’re lucky and live in Australia, I definitely recommend it.
What multi-use products have you been loving lately?
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As far a multi-use products, I’m an Aquaphor junkie myself. I would definitely love to try this stuff though! Kristi(Quote)
Hmmm.. Perhaps you should do a reader review for Aquaphor..
Oh, that wasn’t a hint at all, by the way!
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I think I’ve found my newest obsession (trying to find this).. G – Lip Balm JUNKIE(Quote)
That adorebeauty website might actually ship to the US.. I’m not actually sure. But even if they do, I’m sure shipping won’t be pretty.
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I’m not a vegetarian or anything, so this shouldn’t bother me, but I’m a little bit weirded out by the idea of lanolin as a lip product. I do hear it’s pretty amazing stuff, though. (and it softens my dog’s paws nicely in her pad cream) Kate(Quote)
I know what you mean. I was pretty grossed out also. After actually using it, though, I’ve kinda trained myself to not think about it. lol Balmaholic(Quote)
Both of those online stores listed at the Lanolips website do ship to the USA, but it’s not the cheapest like you said. I found the Addicted2LipBalm website is cheaper, and they offer a discount for your first order which makes it even less, I got an email from them with the code “1st Order” for 10% off. I’m still searching to see if anywhere around the USA sells it! I let you know if I find anything ;o). G – Lip Balm JUNKIE(Quote)
G, you are awesome! Definitely keep me posted.
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Love your Blog! I’m Leah, the owner of Addicted 2 Lip Balm and a total “Balmaholic” also!Lanolips is a great product and one of my personal favourites, the quality is outstanding. We stock a wide range of other Australian lip care products such as Botani (yum!), Shizen, Urban Rituelle, Olive, Mukti, Bloom, Morgan Annie etc.
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We are aware that shipping costs can be an issue. We ship to the US and worldwide and only charge our cost price.
Keep ‘em Kissable. Addicted 2 Lip Balm(Quote)
Leah, and I love your site! So many lip balms I haven’t even tried.
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I’m so glad you like it! We have heaps of products but it’s only a touch in the ocean of what’s out there lol We are alway adding which is heaps of fun.
Your very lucky in the US you have soooooo much choice and you can buy them at reasonable prices, Aussie cry when we see how cheap thing are compared to what we pay here, especially with the big companies. Addicted 2 Lip Balm(Quote)
I love Lanolips too!
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What do you recon? Are the artificial eyelashes looking sexy? Or maybe better care of your natural eyelashes to make them look awesome. Bimatoprost(Quote)