Meet the Prada Balm

Prada’s take on the modern lip balm is as elegant as you’d expect. Housed in a minimalist, couture-inspired tube, this balm feels like an accessory in itself. But beyond the luxe packaging, it’s the formula that truly impresses. Infused with nourishing, moisturising ingredients, it hydrates and soothes dry lips while adding a sheer wash of colour that looks natural and polished.

The Shades: U001 and U000

The Prada Balm is available in a range of shades, but my personal favourites are U001 and U000 — both ultra-wearable, subtle hues perfect for everyday wear.

• U001 (bluish-colour formula) is a delicate, soft pink that gives your lips that effortless, just-bitten tint. It brightens up the face with a touch of colour while still keeping things understated and fresh. Ideal for those no-makeup-makeup days when you want a little something without looking too done.
• U000 (greenish-color formula) is a more transparent, balm-like shade that enhances your natural lip tone. It’s your-lips-but-better in a tube, providing a soft sheen and moisturised feel without any heavy pigment. I love wearing this on casual days or layered over a nude lip liner for a barely-there gloss effect.

Why It’s a Must-Try

What sets the Prada Balm apart from other tinted balms is its weightless, non-sticky texture and buildable finish. It leaves lips feeling soft, smooth, and subtly enhanced, with a comfortable wear that lasts for hours without the need for constant reapplication. It’s perfect for slipping into your handbag and swiping on throughout the day.

Final Thoughts

If you’re after a lip product that feels luxurious but effortless, the Prada Balm is worth adding to your beauty lineup. Whether you lean towards the softly tinted U001 or the clear, polished finish of U000, both shades deliver the kind of modern, natural-looking beauty Prada is known for — quietly chic, endlessly wearable, and undeniably beautiful.

I recently reviewed the new Prada Paradoxe Intense Perfume, which offers a deeper, more intense twist on the classic Paradoxe (detailed review here).

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The Rose de Mai collection celebrates nature and is as unique as the Rose de Mai itself.

Did you know that the Rose de Mai blossoms only once a year in May?

The NEW Ultra-Hydrating Rose de Mai Body Cream with Retinol

The Rose de Mai body cream is essential for dry, dehydrated skin! It infuses your body with instant, long-lasting moisture, and you can see an improvement as the days go by. Enriched with Retinol, the Rose de Mai cream is also great at smoothing the surface and brightening the skin. I love to use it after my shower as it instantly penetrates, leaving no stickiness on the clothes. Full review here.

The NEW Pure Rosewater Limited Edition

If you love moisturizing face mists, you won't want to miss out on this gem. The award-winning refreshing face mist is back with vibrant new packaging. Made from the entire Rose de Mai blossom, it holds the petals' antioxidant powers and the essence's skin-refreshing action. I love using this in the morning as it has an invigorating, uplifting natural aroma. The rosewater mist is 100% of Natural Origin. Can you believe it? You can read my full review here.

Tint Your Lips With The NEW Rose de Mai Lip Balm

If you love lip balms or oils and want a subtle, natural tint to your lips, then I have just what you need. Using a lip balm with a pale pink sheen is the perfect way to uplift your smile without wearing any other makeup. I can't go without the new conditioning formula, which instantly leaves my lips supple and smooth.

My Review

If you are looking for a gentle skincare routine to rehydrate and smooth out your skin, then the Chantecaille Rose de Mai collection is for you. Just like the petals of a rose, these products have softened my dry, rough skin and improved radiance. I loved all of the different textures and how well the products worked together. The hydrating mist was always in my bag and instantly calmed my senses.

I have enjoyed pure rosewater from Chantecaille for a long time, and I must say I am a fan. You can read my previous review of Rose de Mai Harvest Set here, and also some favourites here.

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Plump, soften, and hydrate the lips

U Beauty's line of lip compounds just grew, and I am sharing all the juicy info with you!

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The Plasma Lip Compound

Do your lips feel like they need some extra-moisturizing love? If so, then the compound range is for you. Doubling up as a beautiful lip shine and skincare treatment, the compound visibly plumps, contours, and smoothes lips. U Beauty's lip compound uses a 3-D cushion effect to push visible results to new levels. Also, the creamy texture increases volume, hydration, and softness day by day. Perfect for a soft tint to your lips and a glamorous smile, the lip treatment reduces fine lines and wrinkles over time. Moreover, the formula uses exclusive technologies to lock in hydration and soothe dryness and dehydration.

What's Inside?

Using two exclusive U beauty technologies, the lip compound will boost your natural collagen and elastin production. The Siren Technology™ targets the necessary zones and improves skin renewal and hydration.

• VOLUME-SIREN

This peptide-packed formula helps increase volume in thinner-looking areas of the lips. Using a blend of natural extracts, peptides, and ceramides, your lips are protected, hydrated, and repaired with each use.

• HYDRA-SIREN

This hyaluronic-rich formula delivers a deep moisturization and plumping effect to the lips. U beauty has combined Long-Chain Hyaluronic Acid to hydrate, inflate, and plump lip appearance, while the hyaluronic acid spheres on the lip surface visibly volumize the lips.

Up To Four Colors

The pre-existing universal shade is taking on a NEW appearance this summer. Released in three tinted shades, you can now add a touch of colour to your lip:

• Universal – Glossy clear
• Rose – Pale pink
• Fawn – Warm beige
• Lastly, Cassis – Rich plum

My Review

I am a massive fan of hybrid lip products and love to use the lip compound in my daily makeup routine. Its silky smooth texture makes my lips instantly soft, and the lines are reduced. This lip softener is ideal for everyday wear, and the new shades offer plenty of options. The packaging has slightly changed its appearance from the previous one, but the lip compound still works like a dream. Soft and comfortable all day long!

Also, check out my review of the new Resurfacing Body Compound from the brand here.

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Bee-tween skincare and makeup

The new Guerlain Kisskiss Bee glow-tinted lip balm is sculpted from honey and naturally derived actives. When applied the balm delivers a syrup-like glow to the lips. Whilst it makes you look great it is also deeply nourishing, softening and plumping your lips. Day by day I could feel my lips getting softer and healthier.

These balms are a step closer to skincare with a rich, honey-based formula. Here's why:

-Honey: A natural restoring and nourishing active.

-Propolis: Adds comfort and plumps up the lips.

-Beeswax: Giving the product its amazing texture. It slides effortlessly on the lip.

-Hyaluronic acid & Shea butter: Offer 24h moisturization.

6 shades of honey

Guerlain released the product in 6 different shades, leaving us with plenty of choices. Three selected shades are inspired by the colour of the bee's favourite flowers. Let's take a look at the colours:

• Natural beige 309
• Delicate pink 258
• Fuchsia glow 409
• Peche glow 319
• Lavender glow 809
• Poppy glow 775 (Swatched for your reference)

All of the tints have a fine coverage that you can build up on the lip. With a shiny finish, your lips are softly tinted.

A work of art

I was so proud when I pulled this beauty out of my bag. It's gold, it's shiny, it's very much bling!

Created by a French designer, the Kisskiss case turned to gold in 2021. I adore the details brought to this collection such as the iconic bee engraving on the top. I also found these lids to be a little more protective when it comes to heat and chocs. That said, keep it well away from direct sunlight.

Good to know

When wearing the Guerlain Kisskiss bee glow you have two options:

Wear it alone. This will revive your lip colour and slight tint it. Moisturizing your lip with a glossy shine.

Under a lipstick: If you find your lipstick a little dry or have dryer lips, then this is a game-changer

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