Readers Call This Lip Balm Their ‘Holy Grail’ For Dry Lips

Some lip balms smell great but don’t hydrate; others moisturize but feel sticky. According to a recent survey of more than 600 NewBeauty readers,* Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm is the rare one that nails both. 

Packed with cushiony shea and murumuru seed butters plus vegan waxes, the silky formula softens dry lips on contact and comes in ten irresistible flavors, from cozy vanilla to iced coffee to a bright cherry. A 37‑year‑old reviewer said they noticed results “almost immediately,” calling it their “holy-grail product” for saving dry lips.

Fans love that it hydrates deeply without the tackiness. A 46‑year‑old shared: “It is hydrating without being sticky and lasts a long time. I love the different flavors, too—they smell amazing!” Others rave about the shades and scents: one 52‑year‑old noted that the colors are “beautiful” and the glosses “work well at moisturizing my lips.”

For sensitive-lip shoppers, the formula seems especially impressive. A 25‑year‑old who’s allergic to most lip products said this balm “doesn’t irritate,” adding that the shades look “pretty on my dark skin” and the scent is “nice.”

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Between the rich hydration, light glossy finish, and playful scents and shades, shoppers say Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm is the kind of product that quickly becomes an everyday staple. Instant moisture, no stickiness, inclusive colors and truly delicious flavors—it’s no surprise this one keeps earning holy‑grail status.

*Source: BeautyEngine Advanced Research, 2025