The approach of Valentine’s Day has me thinking more and more about the state of my lips. To look in my handbag, coat pockets or desk drawer is to uncover a trove of spurned lip products, most simply rolled to the side when a newer product crossed my desk. But this week, with just one re-application of a fabulous, forgotten lip balm, I was reminded that I’ve already found more than a few definite winners in the lip category, some sweet, sexy and natural lip treats that need time in the spotlight! Here, now, is your Valentine’s Day guide to what your lips should be wearing on Saturday night. Apply accordingly…

*I’m sticking with Netflix and fuzzy slippers. You crave pampering, so slather on a face mask and a juicy, restorative balm. Try Pangea Organics lip balm in Italian Red Mandarin with Rose (love the chunky tube) and Intelligent Nutrients’ sleek Lip Delivery Nutrition, which contains a mega-hydrating seed oil complex and is pure enough to eat (but you’re better off with chocolate truffles). (more…)