Carmex lime twist review

Carmex has introduced lip balms in the form of a stick to the UK market finally. As we all know, Carmex makes amazing lip balms (well in my opinion anyway) but there was a little problem in terms of their offerings. First we had the pot - which is fantastic in terms of providing moisture and plumping thanks to the added menthol but the pot is so hard to use, especially if you have long nails. There is also the added concern for hygiene for some , as dipping your finger in a pot can't be too sanitary unless you make sure you wash your hands prior - Who has time for that?!?

Then came offering number two - a squeezy tube. Still the great Carmex formula apparently however I found the texture a little off. Although it came out solid before it melted onto the skin, the balm created much more of a gloss effect and feel, which I found too slimey.

Now we have the Carmex stick; I can confirm that this new offering is exactly the same feel and results of the original Carmex pot. It makes application easier and probably more clean (depending on how clean your lips are that is!) Also they have the fabulous new flavour lime twist. Apparently it's 'refreshing' but actually it's just nice and sweet (key lime pie, anyone?). The flavour of the lip balm is just so nice compared to the usual offerings we have in the UK - Cherry.. Strawberry... Boring.

I got Carmex lime twist, half of what I would have paid in Boots at Savers for £1.49.