Allergies can cause more than just sneezing and congestion; they can also lead to skin irritation, according to the National Library of Medicine. For those dealing with tender skin from constant nose blowing, temperature changes, and increased pollen and dander, a healing balm stick from Flanders is available for under $13. Reviewers say it keeps “skin irritants at bay,” soothes “red skin from runny noses,” and heals “chapped cheeks and lips” in a convenient, mess-free tube.
The balm stick is priced at $12.84 on Amazon and Walmart. Its key ingredient is beeswax, a natural substance studied by the government for its ability to support the skin barrier, hydrate and soften skin, and treat conditions like psoriasis and atopic dermatitis. Beeswax also has antimicrobial and antibiotic properties, making it effective for healing wounds, burns, and cuts. The twist-up tube allows for quick application all over the body in “5 seconds or less,” making it a popular choice during allergy season.
While not intended for use on eyes, inside the mouth, on wounds, or severely damaged skin, the balm is a fast-acting option for red, itchy, rashy, or irritated skin. One reviewer with a sore nose from mucus due to a cold and sore throat wrote: “Didn’t expect it to be this amazing, never knew it existed and now forever in my stash of go tos… I looked up what to get to heal it up and this was 1 suggestion. Got it and used it the night I got it… wow thats impressive!”
Although it comes in a tube similar to lip balm, the product is not limited to lips. In addition to beeswax, it contains fragrance- and dye-free ingredients like sunflower seed oil, shea butter, cocoa butter, and coconut oil. The Cleveland Clinic notes that coconut oil has wound-healing and anti-inflammatory properties. The balm also includes argan oil for vitamin E and rosemary leaf extract for antimicrobial healing, making it more versatile than typical lip balms.
Reviewers praise its effectiveness for healing cracked, sunburnt lips as well. One user said: “Better than most lip balms and is suited for all parts of the body that might need some help.” Another added: “This is our go to product for chapped cheeks and lips.” The balm is used for scrapes, scratches, bug bites, dry skin, chapped lips, windburn, sensitive skin, and chafing. A reviewer mentioned: “I use it on my lips, under my eyes and to the tops of my hands. I have been using it on my grandchildren’s eczema spots and it really seems to calm that skin down. It definitely decreases the redness and scaliness of their tender skin.”
Another customer shared: “We have found so many wonderful uses for this and are finding more everyday… It works wonders on anything dry or chapped and is the best chapstick I’ve used.” The balm is available for $12.84 on Amazon and Walmart.
For those seeking additional soothing skin care in stick form, other budget-friendly options under $11 include Aquaphor’s healing balm stick, Instacure’s Manuka honey nose balm, and Cocokind’s matcha moisture stick.
