O'Keeffe's Lip Repair Lip Balm with Cooling Relief for Dry, Cracked Lips - Stick (2 Pack) - Moisturizer for Very Dry Lips Review
Our verdict
A shea butter and peppermint balm aimed squarely at genuinely dry, cracked and sensitive lips, backed by one of the stronger ratings and larger review counts in this category.
Check price on AmazonBest for
Anyone with truly dry, cracked or sensitive lips who wants a cooling, soothing balm rather than a sweet flavored one.
Skip if
You dislike a strong minty tingle or want an unscented, unflavored stick.
- Priced 35% below the category median ($9.96 across 112 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.7/5
4.7 average across 5,400 owner ratings
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Popularity3.9/5
5,400 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 O'Keeffe's Lip Repair balm, sold as a 2 pack for $6.47. The formula pairs shea butter with peppermint oil in a matte finish stick marketed for sensitive, dry and cracked lips rather than everyday light maintenance.", 'It is free of parabens, sulfates and phthalates, and the listing notes it is not tested on animals. At the price point, it undercuts several other specialty balms in this roundup while still targeting a more specific problem, genuinely damaged or cracked lip skin, rather than general upkeep.', 'With a 4.7 rating from roughly 5,400 reviews, it carries one of the stronger combinations of rating and review volume in this batch, suggesting the shea butter and peppermint formula works well for a lot of people dealing with real dryness.']
Pros
- Shea butter and peppermint oil combo aimed at genuinely dry, cracked lips
- Matte finish with no greasy shine
- Free of parabens, sulfates and phthalates
- Not tested on animals
- Strong 4.7 rating across roughly 5,400 reviews
Cons
- Peppermint's cooling tingle can feel intense on already cracked or irritated skin
- Matte finish means it will not double as a glossy lip product
- No SPF included
Performance notes
Shea butter delivers a rich, emollient layer meant to help repair the look of cracked, dry skin, while peppermint oil supplies a cooling sensation and mild stimulation on contact. The matte finish avoids the gloss buildup common with oil heavy balms. Because the formula is positioned for sensitive skin, the ingredient list stays short and skips the fragrances and dyes found in some flavored sticks.
What buyers say
A 4.7 rating from about 5,400 reviews puts this among the more trusted balms in this category, combining a high average score with a review count large enough to reflect broad, consistent satisfaction.
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Frequently asked questions
Is this balm good for cracked, sensitive lips?
Yes. It is formulated with shea butter and marketed specifically for sensitive, dry and cracked lips, and the strong 4.7 rating across thousands of reviews supports that it works well for most buyers, though the peppermint tingle can feel strong on very raw skin.
Does it have a strong mint flavor?
Yes. Peppermint oil gives it a noticeable cooling, minty sensation rather than a sweet or fruity taste.
Is it tested on animals?
No. The listing states the product is not tested on animals.