Best lip balm with SPF that doesn't taste like SPF?

[greeneyedgirl107]

It's important for me to use a lip balm with SPF when I go into the sun.  In the past I've used Blistex Five Star Lip Protector, but the taste of the SPF is just too much for me - even when I wash it off.  Does anyone have any recs?  I'd prefer inexpensive brands.  Thanks!

[WinglessOne]

@greeneyedgirl107  The taste (and smell) of SPF balm is why I resisted using it for years. I don't even like the Paula's Choice SPF balm. But I like Vanicream's... I always forget what it's called, lemme go grab mine... Vanicream Lip Protectant/Sunscreen. It's mineral, broad spectrum SPF 30, and water resistant. It can leave a white cast, but I never notice because I always wear it under lipstick (or under a mask, when I've remembered to wear SPF lip balm during the last 1.5 years). I've never seen it in stores (I wish Target carried it). I always order it from Amazon where it costs around $8/tube. 

[greeneyedgirl107]

@WinglessOne Thanks so much for the rec!  I saw it's $8.15 on Amazon via the Vanicream Store.  Do you know if they accept returns, just in case it's not my cup of tea?  I never buy cosmetics (or much of anything, really) from Amazon, so I'm unfamiliar with the processes.

[WinglessOne]

@greeneyedgirl107  It depends on who the seller is. The $8.15 is sold by Amazon, and I see another listing for $8.07 sold by Mr. Medical (but shipped by Amazon). The former says non-returnable, which means you can request a full refund only if the product arrived damaged or defective. The latter says returnable, which could mean you can return if it doesn't work out for you; you'll need to check that seller's refund policy. 

Screenshot (via laptop) of product listing; return info circled in red.

I've never bought anything from Mr. Medical; I try to buy only when the "sold by" merchant is either the actual brand or Amazon. Far less chance of getting counterfeit or otherwise bad product that way. 

If you try this lip balm, I hope it works out for you! 

[greeneyedgirl107]

@WinglessOne Thank you so much!  You went above and beyond ❤️

[Kim888]

I like the Jack Black Intense Therapy Lip Balm SPF 25 Original  

[greeneyedgirl107]

@Kim888 Thanks for the rec.  That's a good price.  I had no idea it was so inexpensive!

[Kim888]

@greeneyedgirl107 i do love how cheap they are! I really like the blackberry and lemon scents !