Collection: Lip Balm︱Sticks

While both products add colour to your lips, they offer different finishes and levels of nourishment. A tinted lip balm, such as the TOCOBO Glass Tinted Lip Balm, is a skincare-first product designed to deeply moisturise the lips while leaving them with a sheer colour. A lipstick, on the other hand, such as the Rom&nd Zero Matte Lipstick or Laka Bonding Glow Lipstick, focuses on delivering richer pigmentation and a defined finish, ranging from a velvety matte to a high-shine glaze.

A melting balm, like the community-favourite Rom&nd Glasting Melting Balm, is a unique K-Beauty product that melts on contact with the lips to deliver a glossy colour. The balm is formulated to instantly soften with body heat and give the lips a glass-like shine.

Both traditional and vegan lip balms offer the same benefits: helping to nourish and care for chapped lips. Choosing a vegan lip balm simply means opting for a formula made with plant-based ingredients instead of animal-derived ones.

Absolutely, you can definitely use a soft nude colour as a base for your next lip product. A soft, velvety shade like the Rom&nd Zero Matte Lipstick in Shell Nude is perfect for neutralising your natural lip line and blurring the edges for a soft, over-lined effect. Once your base is applied, you can dab a brighter-tinted balm or gloss in the centre of your lips to create a gorgeous gradient look.

Yes, most tinted lip balms are designed to add a fresh touch of colour to the lips. Their primary purpose is to keep your lips soft, hydrated and comfortable while enhancing your natural lip colour with a fresh, healthy-looking tint. A great example is the Village 11 Factory Plumpang Color Lip Balm, which nourishes the lips while providing a natural veil of colour. 

* Malkn Tip: If your lips are naturally dry but you still want a hint of colour, a tinted lip balm is an excellent choice. It delivers lightweight, buildable colour while keeping your lips moisturised throughout the day. Because the formula is so nourishing, you can reapply it as often as needed without your lips feeling dry or uncomfortable.