Honorable MentionsBurt's Bees Beeswax Lip Balm for $4: If you're ingredient-conscious, Burt's Bees has probably been in your tote at some point. Omorovicza Budapest Perfecting Lip Balm for $46: Omorovicza's Perfecting Lip Balm's texture leans gritty, almost like a lip polish or a micro-exfoliator. Carmex Classic Lip Balm 3-Pack for $3: For similar reasons to Blistex, skip Carmex. Licking your lips breaks down your lip's natural barrier, leading to irritation and even hyperpigmentation. Licking your lips breaks down your lip's natural barrier, leading to irritation and even hyperpigmentation.