ILIA Balmy Tint Hydrating Lip Balm — Hold Me (Peachy Nude), Buildable Color & Deep Moisture

This multi-tasking lip balm is formulated to hydrate, soften, and add a sheer wash of color you can layer for more intensity. Poured by hand to preserve formula integrity, the Balmy Tint is part balm, part lipstick — designed for everyday wear when you want comfort plus a polished finish. The Hold Me shade is a warm peachy nude that flatters many skin tones and blends seamlessly into casual and dressed-up looks alike.

What makes this balm hydrating without feeling heavy?

The formula combines emollients and plant-derived hydrators that melt on contact and leave lips feeling supple rather than coated. Lightweight oils and butters create a creamy texture while sea succulent supports moisture retention.

• Shea butter for a creamy, melting texture
• Rosehip seed oil to soften and nourish
• Sea succulent to boost hydration balance
• Oil-free, silicone-free, and fragrance-free for a non-greasy finish

How buildable is the color and how do I layer it?

Color starts as a sheer wash and deepens with additional swipes, so you control coverage from natural to more defined. It blends easily with a fingertip or lip brush and works well over a neutral balm or under a gloss.

• Single swipe: subtle, everyday peachy-nude
• Two to three swipes: medium opacity for meetings or dinners
• Layer under gloss for shine, over liner for precision
• Hand-poured batches maintain consistent texture for layering

Is this safe for sensitive skin and what clean standards does it meet?

The Balmy Tint was developed with sensitive skin in mind and omits common irritants like fragrance and silicones. It’s dermatologist-tested and formulated to be non-comedogenic while remaining vegan and cruelty-free.

• Vegan and cruelty-free manufacturing
• Fragrance-free and silicone-free to reduce irritation risk
• Non-comedogenic—won’t clog skin around the mouth
• Dermatologist-tested for compatibility with sensitive skin

How do I store and get the most wear out of it?

Keep the balm capped and stored at room temperature away from direct heat to preserve texture and color. Use regularly to maintain soft, hydrated lips and reapply as needed throughout the day for lasting comfort and color refresh.

• Close cap after use to prevent drying or contamination
• Store in a cool, dry place — avoid high heat
• Reapply after eating or when lips feel dry for best results
• Use as a primer under lipstick or alone for effortless color

Who is this for: The ILIA Balmy Tint in Hold Me is ideal for anyone who wants an everyday lip product that marries skincare benefits with cosmetics: those who prefer clean, cruelty-free formulas; people with sensitive or dry lips looking for reliable hydration; and makeup lovers who favor a natural, buildable peachy-nude that suits casual and polished looks alike. If you value a buttery texture, hand-poured quality, and the ability to dial color up or down, this balm fits seamlessly into a minimalist or beauty-forward routine.

Ingredients

Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Cera Alba/Beeswax/Cire d'abeille, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Octyldodecanol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Candelilla Cera/Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax/Cire de Candelilla, Mica, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Extract, Jojoba Esters, Rosa Canina Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Wax, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Cera/Wax, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Extract, Vanillin, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Tocopherol, Acacia Decurrens Flower Cera/Wax, Polyglycerin-3, Salicornia Herbacea Extract. May Contain/Peut Contenir (±): CI 15850 (Red 7 Lake), CI 73360 (Red 30 Lake), CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499 (Iron Oxides), CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77742 (Manganese Violet), CI 16035 (Red 40 Lake).