Oh I do love a lip balm. More than any other product it's the thing I stash away the most, in every drawer, pocket and handbag - because there's nothing worse than being on the go and being without a way to soothe your lips. I'm not particularly loyal to any one brand (instead enjoying the benefits of every flavour, scent and shape the lip balm world has to offer,) but I do like a novelty pack or limited edition scent. As we get closer to the holiday (and therefore party) season and the weather gets even chillier, it's more important than ever to look after our pout; it's the base of a great berry lip or powerful red look (apply balm before to stop the colour bleeding or creasing, or after to stop it feeling tight,) but that doesn't mean we can't have fun with it. Here are five of the balms I'm currently loving for the party season, all of which are £6.50 or less!
Carmex x Skinny Dip Sugar Plum Balm (£3.99) 
If you want to channel your inner sugar plum fairy this festive season, what better way to do it than with a sugary sweet fruity balm adorned with a unicorn" This little pot is the result of a collaboration between Skinny Dip (the accessories brand that's made phone cases cool again) and Carmex, which has landed just in time for the party season. The same mild methol and invigorating sensation is there, but this time it's just a bit more fun and fruity. Plus it contains SPF15 so it's perfect if you're spending your holidays on the ski slopes.

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