Starface Star Balm Magic Mint, Hydrating Lip Moisturizer with Shea Butter, Cocoa Butter, and Coconut Oil, Creamy Mint Flavor, (0.15 oz) Review
Our verdict
A budget friendly, cushiony textured lip balm built on shea butter, cocoa butter and coconut oil, with a cooling mint flavor and a strong review record for its price point.
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Anyone who wants an inexpensive, semi glossy lip balm with a soft cushiony feel and a cooling mint flavor for everyday dryness.
Skip if
You are sensitive to mint or cooling flavors on your lips, or you prefer an unflavored, fragrance free balm.
- Priced 30% below the category median ($9.96 across 112 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.7/5
4.7 average across 317 owner ratings
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Popularity1.2/5
317 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
['This is the Starface Star Balm in Magic Mint, a 0.15 oz lip balm priced at $6.97. The formula combines shea butter, cocoa butter and coconut oil, three well known emollients that give the balm what the brand describes as a unique cushiony texture, finished with a semi glossy shine and a creamy mint flavor.', 'The listing notes the product is gluten free, paraben free, phthalate free and sulfate free, which broadens its appeal for buyers who avoid those ingredients. With a melting point around 55 degrees Celsius, it is not marked as heat sensitive, suggesting a slightly firmer hold than some soft natural balms.', 'With a 4.7 rating from 317 reviews, buyers appear to like both the texture and the flavor, and its 4,179 Best Sellers Rank in Beauty and Personal Care points to solid mainstream visibility for a relatively newer brand entry in the lip balm category.']
Pros
- Strong 4.7 rating from 317 reviews
- Blends three emollients, shea butter, cocoa butter and coconut oil
- Gluten free, paraben free, phthalate free and sulfate free formulation
- Cushiony texture with a semi glossy finish
- Affordable price at under $7
Cons
- Mint flavor will not suit those who dislike cooling sensations on the lips
- Smaller review base than long established lip balm brands
- Not marked as heat sensitive, but no data on cold weather performance
Performance notes
Shea butter and cocoa butter are both rich plant fats that coat and soften the lips, while coconut oil adds a lighter, quick absorbing layer to the mix. Together they are a common combination for creating the soft, cushiony feel this balm is marketed around. A melting point near 55 degrees Celsius suggests a moderately firm formula that should hold its shape well in a bag or pocket without softening too easily, which can be an advantage for anyone who found beeswax free balms too soft in warm weather.
What buyers say
A 4.7 rating from 317 reviews is a strong result, especially for a brand that is newer to the lip balm space compared to legacy names in this category. The review volume is modest but consistent, suggesting steady satisfaction rather than a short lived trend.
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Frequently asked questions
Does this lip balm have a strong minty tingle?
It is flavored Magic Mint with a creamy mint profile, which the brand describes as cooling. If you find mint balms too tingly on sensitive lips, you may want to try a milder or unflavored option instead.
Is this balm suitable if I avoid sulfates and parabens?
Yes, the listing states it is paraben free, phthalate free and sulfate free, along with being gluten free, making it a reasonable pick for buyers who screen out those ingredients.
What makes the texture different from a typical beeswax stick?
The brand markets this balm around a cushiony feel built from shea butter, cocoa butter and coconut oil rather than a firm beeswax base, which tends to glide on softer with a semi glossy rather than fully matte finish.