Alright, let’s cut to the chase. I know, I know—when someone says “lip oil,” the first thing that pops into your head is probably a swipe of glossy, maybe slightly glittery stuff on a woman’s Instagram story, right? And if you’re a guy, you might be doing that thing where you scrub your lips with a washcloth, slather on some drugstore balm that smells like old crayons, and call it a day. But here’s the thing: I’m a lip oil supplier, and I’m here to tell you—guys, you should be using lip oil, too. No jokes, no frills, this is just straight facts from someone who’s spent the last 7 years testing every formula under the sun. Lip Oil
First, let’s get the basics out of the way. What even is lip oil, and how is it different from that thick, waxy balm you’ve been relying on since college? A lot of people mix them up, but here’s the lowdown: balms are usually made with occlusives—things like beeswax or petroleum jelly that sit on top of your lips and trap moisture in. That’s great for short-term relief if your lips are cracked right now, but it doesn’t actually do much to fix the dryness long-term. Lip oils? They’re mostly emollients—plant-based oils like jojoba, argan, rosehip, or even coconut, plus a little bit of hyaluronic acid sometimes, which pulls water into your skin. They sink in instead of sitting on top, so they don’t make your lips feel greasy hours later, and they actually nourish the skin barrier, not just cover it.
Wait, but what about the stigma? Why do so many guys think lip oil is “for girls”? Let’s be real—most of us were never taught that skin care (even face skin care, let alone lip care) isn’t gendered. Growing up, the only lip products you saw in the men’s section were those plain, unscented balms from brands that screamed “no fuss, no color.” But here’s the secret: the “fancy” lip oils people post about? Most of them come in clear, non-shiny formulas—no glitter, no pink tint, nothing that looks like makeup. They just leave your lips feeling soft, not like you licked a lollipop after. And even if you do want a little shine? That’s not a bad thing. Your lips don’t have oil glands, so they’re naturally thinner and way more prone to drying out than the skin on your face. The average guy’s lips are just as likely to get chapped in the winter, or windburned on a hike, as a woman’s—so why skip a product that actually fixes the problem instead of just masking it?
Let’s talk science, because I don’t want you to take my word for it. Your lips are made up of three layers: the epidermis (the top, thin layer), the dermis (middle, with connective tissue), and the submucosa (the bottom layer). Unlike the rest of your face, the epidermis on your lips only has 3 to 5 layers of cells, compared to 15 to 16 on your cheeks. That means it loses moisture way faster—like, 3 times faster, to be exact. (Yeah, I looked that up when I was first launching my brand, so I didn’t just make that number up.) When you use a waxy balm, it might feel like it’s hydrating, but it’s actually just creating a barrier that keeps your own moisture from escaping. Over time, that can make your lips even drier, because they’re not getting any new nourishment. Lip oil, on the other hand, penetrates that thin epidermis and feeds the cells with fatty acids, vitamins, and antioxidants. Studies (I’ll list the refs at the end, don’t worry) show that plant-based oils like jojoba actually mimic the sebum your skin would naturally produce if it had glands, so they work with your lips instead of against them.
I’ve seen this firsthand with my customers. Last year, a 32-year-old construction worker reached out to me saying he’d tried every balm to fix his constantly cracked lips from being outside all day. He told me he hated feeling like he was “wasting money on girl stuff.” We sent him our unflavored, clear lip oil, and he came back a month later saying his lips were no longer splitting when he breathed through his mouth at work. He even started bringing it in his tool bag instead of the thick, goopy balm he used to apply 5 times a day. That’s the thing—guys just haven’t been given the option to try something that works for their actual needs, not the generic stuff that’s labeled “for men” and does nothing.
Another common myth: lip oil is greasy. Let’s bust that right now. A lot of people think any liquid that goes on your lips is gonna leave you with that sticky, “I ate a cheeseburger without a napkin” feel, but good lip oils are formulated to absorb quickly. My go-to formula has a lightweight mix of fractionated coconut oil and jojoba, so it sinks into your lips in 60 seconds flat. You don’t have to lick it off, and it doesn’t transfer to your coffee cup unless you put way too much on. Some guys even use it as a base before putting on lip balm if their lips are super dry, but even just a single coat works for most people.
What about tinted lip oils? I get it, if you’re not into makeup, the idea of something with even a little color might make you pause. But here’s the thing: tinted lip oils are way subtler than lipstick. They’re not gonna make your lips look like you’re wearing a bold red or pink—they’ll just give you a natural flush that looks like your lips are healthy, not like you tried to add color. A lot of my male customers who do like a little something extra opt for the clear ones, but even the sheer taupe or brown tints don’t scream “makeup.” They scream “I take care of my skin.”
Wait, let’s address the elephant in the room: what if I don’t want to spend a lot of money on this? I get that. A lot of guys are used to spending $3 on a tube of balm from the drugstore, so dropping $15 on a lip oil might seem steep. But here’s the math: a good lip oil lasts 2 to 3 times longer than a standard balm. A 10ml bottle of my lip oil is like 60 uses, compared to a 15ml balm that’s about 30 uses. So it’s actually cheaper in the long run. Plus, you’re not just buying a product—you’re buying something that works. I’ve had guys come back to me saying they haven’t bought a balm in 6 months, because the lip oil keeps their lips soft all day.
I also want to talk about the other benefits that guys might not think about. If you shave your face, especially your upper lip (or if you have stubble that irritates your lip line), lip oil can soothe that irritation. The antioxidants in things like rosehip oil help reduce redness and inflammation, way better than a balm that’s just wax. And if you’re a guy who likes to look put-together for work, or for a date, a quick swipe of lip oil makes your lips look plump and healthy—no dead skin, no cracking, no chapped patches that make you look like you haven’t slept in a week.
But let’s be honest, I know there are still some of you out there rolling your eyes. “Lip oil is for influencers,” you’re thinking. “It’s a trend that’ll die next year.” But trends come and go, but the science of lip care? That’s been around for years. We’ve known about the benefits of plant oils for skin for decades, and lip care is just catching up. The thing is, it’s not a trend—it’s a better way to take care of your lips. If you’ve ever had chapped, cracked lips that hurt when you talk or eat, you know how annoying that is. Lip oil fixes that without the greasiness or the stigma.
Here’s a little backstory on why I started making lip oils for everyone, not just women. A few years ago, my little brother (who’s 19, super into skateboarding, and would never be caught dead wearing “girl products”) kept complaining about his lips being cracked after a day at the park. I handed him a sample of our clear lip oil, and he swore by it. Then his friends started asking about it, because they noticed his lips were no longer split. That’s when I realized—this isn’t a women’s product. It’s a lip product, period.
So, let’s wrap this up. Men can definitely use lip oil. It’s not gendered. It’s better for your lips than the thick balms you’ve been using. It absorbs quickly, doesn’t feel greasy, and actually nourishes your skin, not just traps moisture. The stigma is just something we’ve been taught by marketing that labels products for “men” or “women,” but skin care doesn’t care about your gender— it cares about what your skin needs.
If you’re ready to give it a try, or if you’re a store looking to stock a lip oil that works for everyone, reach out to me to talk procurement. I’ve got formulas for every skin type—unscented, tinted, clear, even ones with SPF for guys who spend a lot of time outdoors. No frills, no pressure, just a product that actually does what it says it does.
At the end of the day, taking care of yourself isn’t about looking a certain way—it’s about feeling comfortable and healthy in your own skin. Your lips work hard for you; you should give them the same care you give the rest of your body. Stop letting outdated ideas about gendered products hold you back. Give lip oil a shot, and I bet you’ll wonder why you didn’t start sooner.
Cushion Foundation References
- American Academy of Dermatology. (2022). Lip Care Basics for All Skin Types.
- Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology. (2020). Comparative Study of Occlusive and Emollient Lip Care Products on Skin Barrier Function.
- International Journal of Dermatology. (2019. Epidermal Thickness and Trans epidermal Water Loss in Oral Mucosa vs. Cutaneous Skin.
- National Institutes of Health. (2021). Plant-Based Oils as Skin Barrier Treatments: A Review of Clinical Data.
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