Vanicream Lip Protectant Sunscreen Spf 30 Tube, Fragrance & Gluten Free, One Size, No Color, Unscented, 0.35 Oz

I received this today, so my experience so far is very limited. I will try to remember to update after some more use. However, I can say I'm so far very happy with the lip sunscreen. True to its claim, the product has no smell or taste-activating side effects, even when licking my lips (for science!). These two factors were the biggest selling points for me, as other sunscreen lip protectans leave horrible chemical tastes in my mouth and have a burning sensation. It does leave a white cast, like other physical sunscreens I've used, but it dries down to be less noticeable after 5-10 minutes. I have very pigmented lips, so I can still see it. After having it on for 10 minutes, I put lipstick over with no ill-effect on application. As another test, I also "stamped" a tiny bit of lipstick on my lips before applying the lip cream, and they mixed very well with none of the white cast and a hint of color. I'm not sure if this affects how protective the product ends up being, but it's still probably better than nothing. This is what I'll do day to day, or I'll apply lip color straight over for other occasions. I work outside in all kinds of elements and dirt for portions of my job, and I hate the feeling of chapped/sunburned lips. I'm a recent convert to a more robust day-to-day sunscreen regimen (thanks to a dermatologist on YouTube), and I'm glad she recommended this Vanicream as a solid option. At the end of writing this review, and the cream feels very good on my lips: soft lips, not sticky, and no taste or smell still. A+ product

After about 10 years of using the same chapstick, I developed an allergy to it 3 years ago. I’ve done everything to find an SPF chapstick for my newly sensitive lips - gone to the dermatologist, allergist, etc., tried every cream recommended to me (aquaphor lip, Vaseline lip, Burt’s bees, Paula’s choice, etc.) - every single one caused an allergic reaction of huge puffy, red lips and small blisters all over my mouth. The only thing that’s ever worked for me is plain aquaphor (not the lip therapy) but it doesn’t have SPF and I live in Florida. I was hesitant to try this as my allergic reaction is painful and takes about 2 weeks to fully heal if I do break out. But let me just say, this is the ONLY lip protectant with SPF that hasn’t caused an allergic reaction in all the things I’ve tried over the past 3 years. I’m so thankful I can be in the sun again!! Now, as others mentioned, the cream is a little thick and very white. I’m completely fine with it after all I’ve been through! But here’s what I’ve learned - a little goes a long way (this helps the whiteness) and I put a little aquaphor on my lips before and then the vanicream over the top. This helped it blend a bit easier and color corrected a bit. I never write reviews but I’m hoping this could help someone that’s in the same spot as I was!! Worth every penny!!

It’s very hydrating and feels soothing. I can deal with the white cast (reminds me of my 90’s lip color) it will definitely offer great protection and help me with my sensitive skin as my chemical lip sunscreens are starting to cause irritation. ..my beef, however, is that I received a tube only half full. The tube felt so light that I thought I should shine a light through it… oof.. that was kind of disappointing.

I don’t really have a way of “testing” the sun protection so I can’t vouch for it. What I can say is that this is one of the best brands that is most often recommended by dermatologists. They know what they’re doing, so when they put spf 30 on something, you know for a fact that you are getting spf 30 out of this. This stuff is expensive (obviously) clocking in at ten bucks for a tube of lip protectant, but it is worth it for me personally. This was surprisingly moisturizing, rich, and creamy for a liquid chapstick on top of defending your lips from the sun. I was amazed that even after rubbing it off so I could eat and drink, my lips felt softer even than after I use my moisturizing cream at night. I am utterly sold on everything this incredible product does. It - -Delivers intense moisture -smooths your lips -protects from harmful sun damage.

Pros: Great sun protection, water resistant, Hawaii friendly, nice packaging, great for sensitive skin, and not greasy. Cons: Unsightly white cast, not hydrating, and hard to spread. I heard about this product from Dr Dray on YouTube. All in all a great lip SPF, and when combined with another mineral SPF, it makes the cast on the face less noticeable. This is definitely not fashionable though, especially if you have darker skin. All in all a great SPF but not very hydrating.

Dermatologists recommended to protect lips from sun exposure. Been using Vanicream for a couple of months during extended hikes and find it goes on smooth and is quite soothing on my very dry lips. I just wish this came in solid stick form instead, because it applies as a lotion on the lips. Because it is so emollient i feel like i eat this more than i wear it. The formula is fragrance free and non irritating but in lip balm form would make the application so much more easier to spread onto the lips. Also because this is a physical sunscreen it does have a white tint, so it could possibly be unflattering on medium to dark skin tones. Overall, aesthetics aside; I would highly recommend this product for those who are concerned with protection from the suns rays.

I love this product. I live in Florida so I def need sun protection. This works well to moisturize and protect my lips from any sun irritation or burns. Super moisturizing and I feel like the staying power is very good. One thing that I do think is VERY Important to note for anyone with darker skin tones/lips is that this can make your lips look super pale. I would def encourage anyone with lighter lips to use this. For anyone with darker lips perhaps put this on UNDER your lipstick for protection. It does work well for protection.

I bought this to protect my lips from the sun, since skin cancers run in my family. I have been wearing this lip protectant around the house to make sure it won't irritate my lips, as I have recently developed a sensitivity to most lipsticks and lip balms. This stuff feels great, and doesn't dry my lips out! There is no real taste or smell to it, which I like. It does go on white if you put it on REALLY thick, but it actually looks good if applied lightly. I will be so happy to have this on hand once I can get outdoors to do my landscaping and garden work! UV protection is so important. ❤️

Quite easy to apply - note that this formula does leave an obvious white cast on the lips but tones down into light pinkish cast when rubbed in and when excess is dabbed off. I wouldn’t say it is very moisturizing so I would use a separate lip emollient. Recommended by Dr. Dray and can be used as a sunscreen for eye area too (have not tried that though).

Es SPF de protección física por lo que deja residuo blanco. Lo malo es que no desaparece pronto, puede tardar hasta una hora en dejar de verse blanco. Buena protección.

I give as a present. It should be good with spf.

I had such high hopes as this product came up in some lists online stating how good it was for chapped lips. But this is useless & a complete waste of my money. The tube is almost 3/4 empty, it leave a VERY obvious white cast on your lips that looks like you decided to eat white glue and it does not fade! I tried applying just a little to reduce the white case but it just made me look sick with pale lips. Furthermore, there is no moisturizing effect at all, it simply sits on my lips like white glue letting my lips crack from dryness further.... Rubbish product.