People discover ‘fewer chilly sores’ because of ‘superb’ beneath £10 Amazon purchase
Many people are saying they’ve noticed fewer cold sore flare-ups since using the balm daily
The lip balm is available for less than £10 on Amazon.(Image: LipQ Balm)
Cold sores can be a real blow to one’s confidence – in fact, a survey by SkinShop.co.uk revealed that 80% of people have cancelled a date due to a cold sore, whilst nearly a third claimed one has spoiled at least one Valentine’s Day completely.
That’s why shoppers are singing the praises of a lip balm costing less than £10 that’s being hailed as a saviour in keeping flare-ups at bay. The LipQ Liquorice Balm, available for £9.95 on Amazon, has rapidly gained a devoted following, with users reporting they’ve “noticed fewer cold sores” since incorporating it into their daily routine.
The LipQ Liquorice Balm is touted as offering a natural, everyday approach to lip care, making it a favoured alternative to traditional cold sore treatments. The formula is enriched with glycyrrhizic acid, a compound derived from liquorice root, which can help bolster the lips’ natural defences against elements like the sun, whilst keeping them soft, smooth and hydrated.
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In a trial conducted by the Herpes Virus Association, over 73% of participants reported a decrease in the severity and duration of outbreaks when using it, whilst 83% said they experienced better results compared to conventional treatments. Unlike targeted treatments that are only applied once symptoms appear, LipQ Liquorice Balm can be used daily, which may help prevent cold sores from developing in the first place.
This makes it an easy addition to a morning or bedtime routine and perfect for keeping lips feeling comfortable, reports OK!. However, if this isn’t the right choice for everyone, Lookfantastic offers a slightly pricier alternative that’s also available. The Drunk Elephant Lippe Balm 3.7g is currently £18 on the website and is described as being a ‘nourishing balm that helps to soften and visibly plump lips with moisture’.
The LipQ Liquorice Balm is available from Amazon
The balm is made with natural ingredients, is free from parabens, perfumes and any other nasties which makes it ideal for sensitive skin.
This particular product suits all skin types, contains avocado, mongongo and marula oils, and is reportedly free from essential oils, silicones and fragrance. As an alternative, Boots stocks the Herstat Lip Care Stick for £6.95.
This balm is designed to be used between cold sore episodes, helping maintain lip moisture. ‘It is the perfect way to take care of your cold sore prone lips all the time, not just when you’ve got an outbreak,’ according to Boots.
Returning to the LipQ Liquorice Balm, which boasts a 4.5 out of 5 star rating on Amazon and has been purchased over 300 times in the past month. One customer commented: “This stuff is amazing for keep nasty cold sores away. Pot lasts a very long time.”
Another shopper added: “I have been using this for years and I’ve just brought this for the 10x. It is amazing for the cracks that can appear in the corners of your lips. I was told it was angular cheilitis, and given prescription cream, that never worked. This is the only cream I have found that actually stops this.”
One customer gave it high marks as part of a more detailed review, though they flagged a minor niggle: “I use this daily whilst it hasn’t stopped my cold sores appearing it has reduced the size of them.”
But by and large, the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive with five-star ratings: “Great product, after years of suffering with cold sores [I’ve] never had one since I started using this.”
The LipQ Liquorice Balm can be snapped up for £9.35 on Amazon.
