Naturium The Viral Lip Trio - Phyto-Glow Lip Balm With Shea Butter & Squalane, Sheer Tinted Colour, Clear, Petal, Jam, 3 x 10 ml Review
Our verdict
A trio of glossy, tinted lip balms built around squalane and shea butter, formulated for dry skin and sold as three shades in one $20 set.
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Anyone with dry lips who wants three complementary shades, from clear to tinted, in one purchase.
Skip if
You only want a single shade rather than a 3 piece set, or you prefer a matte finish over a glossy one.
- Priced 101% above the category median ($9.96 across 112 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.4/5
4.4 average across 108 owner ratings
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Popularity0.1/5
108 owner reviews, fewer 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
["Naturium's Viral Lip Trio Phyto-Glow is a $20 set of three 10 ml lip balms in Clear, Petal, and Jam shades, formulated for dry skin with shea butter, cupuacu butter, and plant squalane, plus phyto derived esters. Each balm has a glossy finish and comes in a stick format.", 'The set is built to be used together, with an overnight use option noted in the listing, letting buyers rotate between a clear balm and two sheer tinted shades depending on the day. That structure makes it more of a small routine than a single product.', 'Reviews sit at 4.4 from 108 ratings, with 3 units bought in the last month. That is a positive but still developing track record for a newer, higher priced trio format compared to some single stick balms in this set.']
Pros
- Trio format gives 3 shades and uses in a single purchase
- Squalane and shea butter target dry lips specifically
- Cupuacu butter and phyto derived esters add extra richness
- Listed with an overnight use option
- Glossy finish gives a sheer tinted look
Cons
- At $20, it costs more per balm than most single stick options in this set
- Review base of 108 is smaller, so the track record is still building
- Glossy, tinted finish will not suit those wanting a plain, unscented balm
Performance notes
Squalane is a lightweight emollient that mimics the skin's own natural oils, and here it is combined with shea butter and cupuacu butter for added richness, plus phyto derived esters that help the balm spread smoothly. The formula is specifically listed for dry skin type, which lines up with the trio's glossy, cushioning finish rather than a light, quick absorbing one.
What buyers say
A 4.4 rating from 108 reviews is a solid, positive result, though the sample size is on the smaller side and the recent purchase count of 3 suggests this trio is still building its track record compared to more established balms.
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Frequently asked questions
What shades come in the Naturium Lip Trio?
The set includes three shades: Clear, Petal, and Jam, each a 10 ml stick with a glossy finish.
Can this be used overnight?
Yes, the listing notes an overnight use option, so you can apply it as part of a nighttime routine in addition to daytime use.
Is this trio good for very dry lips?
The listing specifically lists the skin type as dry, and the formula leans on squalane, shea butter, and cupuacu butter, ingredients chosen for richer, more cushioning conditioning.