NOT JUST LIP SERVICE

A lip ointment that magically repairs damaged, dry lips overnight will soon become your favorite

With a history dating back to 1838, C.O. Bigelow is considered the oldest apothecary in the United States. Located in Greenwich Village, New York, the pharmacy remains relevant in the ever-competitive skincare industry by simply mining its own archives, unlocking lost formulas and updating antique recipes.

The physical store itself serves as a fun trip back in time, but the expert staff and product selection make it an essential destination if you’re in the Big Apple.

My new discovery “My Favorite Night Balm” is a thick lip ointment that you apply to chapped, dry and damaged lips before bed. It works overnight so that when you wake the following morning, your lips feel soft, supple and healed from the seasonal damages of winter. Made with shea butter, the balm moisturizes and nourishes lips, and because the process occurs overnight, no need to reapply during the day.

I keep the .34-ounce tube on my bedside table so as not to forget applying. And at $7.50, it’s a bargain. Trust me, my lips are sealed.