I think I've found my new favorite lip balm...EPIC BLEND!!!
EPIC BLEND Lip Balm
$3.28 USD ($3.49 CAN) for 0.15 oz
We think happy lips make happy people, so we design products that make lips happy. We use only top-shelf ingredients, like organic beeswax, organic coconut oil, and organic sunflower oil...And we leave out things like petroleum and synthetic preservatives. When start with the best ingredients you end up with the best finished product. Give us a shot, you won't be disappointed. Gluten-free, paraben-free, no animal testing.
So, first the bad news about these lip balms. It's the one and only bad thing about them... they're not available in retail stores in the US, only in Canada. However, they ship all over the world at very reasonable rates! You can use their online shipping calculator here. From their location to Vancouver Washington was $4.00 CAN for Standard Shipping (Air Mail - Not Trackable); or $11.00 CAN for Expedited Shipping (Expedited Postal Service - Trackable). Orders over $20.00 USD qualify for FREE Standard Shipping! So now, onto the reasons why I would totally order more of this lip balm ;)
Product description: There are three "collections" of EPIC BLEND lip balms:
Which flavor is your favorite? I can't pick just one!!!! They're so affordable, you don't have to either. (And I also end up misplacing lipbalms before I use them up, so I like to have plenty on hand!) If I really had to narrow it down, Citrus Kick, Pineapple Mint, Wild Berry and Vanilla would be my top four :)
Pigmentation: These lip balms are colorless.
Texture: They're not too slick, they're not too heavy... they're juuuuust riiiight. All three varieties have the perfect texture to me.
Packaging/Application: Standard, easy twist up lip balm tube.
Length of Wear: I get several hours of wear from these. Even after drinking or eating, my lips still feel hydrated.
Value: The price on these is pretty standard for a mid-range drugstore lip balm. They're about the same price as Burt's Bees or eos. I like the flavors, texture and formula of EPIC BLEND a bit better though! :)
Love it or leave it? I LOVE it.
Lipgloss+Spandex rating:
- Hemp Collection: "Organic Hemp Seed Oil is a great anti-oxidant, super-nourishing and quickly absorbs deep into the skin cells." Flavors: Vanilla, Citrus Kick (pink grapefruit and sweet orange), Coconut, Mint (spearmint and peppermint), Banana (limited edition), and Chocolate Rum (limited edition). If enough people love and request the limited edition balms, they could join the regular product line! You gotta love companies that value feedback :) I didn't get samples of the Banana or Chocolate Rum, but I'd like to try the Chocolate Rum flavor for sure! And wouldn't it make a fun party favor?
- More Moisture Collection: "100% plant-based and beeswax-free. We use all-natural food grade Candelilla wax, which gives these balms an incredibly smooth texture." Flavors: Pineapple Mint, and Wild Berry.
- Vegan Collection: "Seven moisturizers, including Organic Shea Butter come together to provide an extra kick of moisture plus a boost of staying power." Flavors: Unflavored, Grape, Cherry, and Green Apple.
Which flavor is your favorite? I can't pick just one!!!! They're so affordable, you don't have to either. (And I also end up misplacing lipbalms before I use them up, so I like to have plenty on hand!) If I really had to narrow it down, Citrus Kick, Pineapple Mint, Wild Berry and Vanilla would be my top four :)
Pigmentation: These lip balms are colorless.
Texture: They're not too slick, they're not too heavy... they're juuuuust riiiight. All three varieties have the perfect texture to me.
Packaging/Application: Standard, easy twist up lip balm tube.
Length of Wear: I get several hours of wear from these. Even after drinking or eating, my lips still feel hydrated.
Value: The price on these is pretty standard for a mid-range drugstore lip balm. They're about the same price as Burt's Bees or eos. I like the flavors, texture and formula of EPIC BLEND a bit better though! :)
Love it or leave it? I LOVE it.
Lipgloss+Spandex rating: