Bag Balm 2 Pack (8 Ounce & 1 Ounce) Review
Our verdict
A heavy duty, fragrance free lanolin balm sold in a practical 2 pack of a large 8 oz tin and a travel sized 1 oz tin, built for genuinely rough or cracked skin rather than light everyday lip care.
Check price on AmazonBest for
Anyone dealing with very dry, rough or cracked skin on the lips, hands, elbows or heels who wants a heavier, old fashioned salve rather than a lightweight cosmetic balm.
Skip if
You want a soft, quick absorbing lip stick for casual daily touch ups, since this is a thicker, more occlusive balm meant for tougher dryness.
- Priced 66% above the category median ($9.96 across 112 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.7/5
4.7 average across 2,000 owner ratings
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Popularity3.0/5
2,000 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other anti-aging skincare: serums, night creams, facial peels, wrinkle patches and anti-aging devices we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
['This is the Bag Balm 2 Pack, which bundles an 8 ounce tin with a 1 ounce travel tin for $16.49. It is a fragrance free, lanolin based balm formulated for all skin types and marketed as a moisturizing treatment rather than a flavored, cosmetic style lip balm.', 'The formula is free of added colors, alcohol, parabens and phthalates, keeping the ingredient list simple around its lanolin base. The larger 8 oz tin makes it practical for treating bigger areas like hands, elbows or heels, while the included 1 oz tin is sized for travel or bag use, including on the lips.', 'With a 4.7 rating from about 2,000 reviews, it holds up as a well regarded, if slightly niche, choice. This is a product with a long heritage as an all purpose skin salve, and its review base reflects a loyal following built around genuinely tough dryness rather than casual, everyday touch ups.']
Pros
- Strong 4.7 rating from around 2,000 reviews
- Fragrance free formula with no added colors, alcohol, parabens or phthalates
- Two tin sizes included, an 8 oz for larger areas and a 1 oz for travel
- Lanolin base well suited to genuinely rough or cracked skin, not just lips
- All skin types formula
Cons
- Thicker, more salve like texture than typical cosmetic lip balm sticks
- Comes in a tin rather than a stick, requiring finger application
- Better suited to significant dryness than light, everyday lip maintenance
Performance notes
Lanolin is a highly occlusive natural ingredient that forms a protective barrier over skin, which is why this balm is positioned for rough, cracked or very dry skin rather than as a light daily lip treatment. The fragrance free formula and absence of added colors, alcohol, parabens and phthalates keep the ingredient list focused, which can be reassuring for buyers with sensitive skin looking to avoid common irritants.
What buyers say
A 4.7 rating from about 2,000 reviews reflects strong, consistent satisfaction for a product with a long standing reputation as an all purpose dry skin salve. The relatively modest bought last month figure suggests a smaller, dedicated following rather than mainstream, high turnover demand.
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Frequently asked questions
Can this balm be used on the lips as well as hands and elbows?
Yes, the listing describes it as suitable for all skin types, and its heavy, occlusive lanolin base makes it especially useful for very dry or cracked lips, not just larger areas like hands and elbows.
Does this balm have a scent?
No, the listing specifies a fragrance free formula, which is a plus if you are sensitive to added scents or prefer neutral smelling skin care.
Why does this come with two different tin sizes?
The 2 pack pairs an 8 ounce tin, useful for treating larger dry areas at home, with a 1 ounce travel tin that is easier to carry in a bag or pocket for on the go use, including on the lips.