Mario Badescu Watermelon & Basil Lip Mask — 0.5 oz Overnight Hydrating Jelly with Squalane & Shea Butter

Mario Badescu Watermelon & Basil Lip Mask is an overnight jelly treatment that deeply hydrates, smooths and softens lips using papaya oil, shea butter and squalane.

This compact 0.5 oz pot combines tropical watermelon and a hint of basil with a plant-forward ingredient list to restore moisture to dry or chapped lips. The lightweight jelly texture melts on contact to deliver conditioning emollients and gentle enzymatic nourishment while you sleep or anytime your lips need an intense boost of hydration. Clean-formula features—vegan, paraben-free, silicone-free and dye-free—make it an easy addition to most routines and a useful base before lipstick or gloss.

How does this lip mask hydrate without feeling greasy?

The formula uses olive-derived squalane and papaya oil, which mimic natural lip oils and absorb quickly, delivering moisture without heavy residue. Shea butter provides lasting conditioning while the jelly base gives a cooling, non-sticky feel.

• Lightweight squalane for fast absorption
• Papaya oil brings fatty acids without oiliness
• Shea butter locks in moisture for overnight repair
• Jelly texture melts on contact for even coverage

What active botanicals make lips look smoother by morning?

A trio of plant-derived ingredients supports exfoliation, nourishment and antioxidant protection. Papaya oil contains enzymes that help remove dead skin cells gently, watermelon seed extract supplies vitamins, and basil leaf extract soothes and shields against daily stressors.

• Papaya oil: gentle enzymatic support and nourishment
• Watermelon seed extract: vitamins A, B and C for healthier-looking lips
• Basil leaf extract: calming and protective properties
• Combined action promotes softer, more even texture

When should I use this mask and how much is needed?

Use as the final step in your nighttime routine for intensive overnight repair or apply a thin layer during the day as a hydrating primer under lipstick. A pea-sized amount spreads across both lips; the 0.5 oz jar provides many applications.

• Night: generous layer before bed for deep hydration
• Day: light layer before lipstick for smooth application
• Use sparingly—small amount covers lips evenly
• Pair with Mario Badescu Overnight Mask with Peptides for fuller routine

Is this product suitable for sensitive or all skin types?

Formulated without parabens, silicones and synthetic dyes, the mask is designed to be gentle and suitable for all skin types. If you have known sensitivities to any botanical extracts, patch testing is recommended before regular use.

• Vegan, paraben-free, silicone-free and dye-free
• Gentle jelly texture is non-irritating for most users
• Patch test if you react to botanical extracts
• Safe as a nightly treatment for long-term lip care

Who is this for: This lip mask is ideal for anyone with chronically dry, flaky or weather‑exposed lips who wants a clean, plant‑forward treatment. It’s equally useful for beauty lovers who want a smoothing base under color, travelers needing moisture on the go, and night‑time skincare users seeking a simple but effective lip-repair step. The small jar fits easily into a skincare shelf or travel bag, offering concentrated hydration without harsh additives.

Ingredients

Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Polybutene, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Sucrose Tetrastearate Triacetate, Synthetic Wax, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract, Fragrance (Parfum), Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Squalane, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Microcrystalline Wax (Cera Microcristallina), 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Carica Papaya (Papaya) Seed Oil, Red 6 Lake (CI 15850), Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Tocopherol, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Seed Extract, Ocimum Basilicum (Basil) Leaf Extract.