Red Bloom – Hydrating Lip Balm

Red Bloom is the deepest of the three Bloom balms: a hydrating, non-sticky lip balm with a subtle red-rose tint and a rose scent. The petrolatum barrier locks moisture in and Vitamin E nourishes.

Reviewers describe the colour as natural, “not fake red”, with a slightly glossy finish – a lipstick alternative for days when you want colour without dryness. The 10 g tube lasts about 2–3 months with daily use, according to Beautefire.

Red Bloom is for you if:

• You like a classy red flush but dislike sticky gloss or drying lipstick.
• You want one product that hydrates and gives colour for office, college or evening.
• Your lips get dry in winter or air-conditioning and need a barrier balm.
• You want a hydrating base under red lipstick.

Skin types: Suitable for everyone. It contains fragrance (Parfum), so patch test if your lips are very reactive.

Who should be careful: It has no SPF and does not lighten lips. Persistent cracks, soreness or swelling need a doctor.

• Subtle red-rose tint that builds with a second swipe.
• Hydration that stays put – helps through AC and dusty commutes.
• Softens and nourishes dry lips.
• Non-sticky, feather-light and slightly glossy.
• Rose scent that is light and pleasant.
• 10 g tube that lasts about 2–3 months.

• Petrolatum
• Polyisobutene
• Tocopherol (Vitamin E)
• Food colour
• Parfum

Ingredients as listed by Beautefire; the carton shows the official order. This is a hydrating, tinted lip balm: it has no brightening actives, no exfoliating acids and no SPF.

1. Start with clean lips; wipe away loose flakes with a damp cloth.
2. Glide the balm over upper and lower lips; add a second swipe for deeper colour.
3. Reapply through the day whenever lips feel dry or you want to refresh the tint.
4. At night apply a generous layer so the barrier works while you sleep.

Tip: Because the balm has no SPF, keep sunscreen on your face as usual and add an SPF lip product if you are out in strong sun.

Want something subtler? Nude Bloom and Pink Bloom share the same formula.

• Immediately: lips look softer with a classy red tint.
• Over a week: one reviewer reports dry lips healed after a week of use; as always individual results vary.
• What it will not do: lighten lip colour or protect from the sun.

If lips remain dry or sore after a week or two of regular balm use, check with a doctor.

• The balm contains a light fragrance (Parfum). If your lips are very reactive, patch test on a small area first.
• There is no SPF in this balm; if your lips are out in strong sun, add a lip product with SPF as well.
• Persistently cracked, swollen or sore lips (especially with white patches or sores) need a doctor, not just a balm.
• For external use only. Store in a cool, dry place, keep the tube capped and out of hot cars; not sharing it is more hygienic.

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