Melixir Vegan Lip Butter tinted balm — #18 Vintage Red, plant-based hydration with shea & vitamin E, sheer buildable red

Melixir Vegan Lip Butter in #18 Vintage Red is a plant-based, petrolatum-free tinted balm that instantly hydrates lips while delivering a sheer, buildable vintage-red tint.

Designed for daily wear, this vegan lip butter swaps petroleum with agave and rich shea butter to soothe dry, chapped lips without sticky residue. The formula blends five plant oils and vitamin E to nourish and protect the delicate lip area while offering a natural-looking finish that can be layered for more color intensity. It’s cruelty-free, gentle on sensitive skin, and made by Melixir, a brand rooted in botanical Korean skincare practices.

How quickly will this lip butter hydrate and feel comfortable?

The texture melts on contact and provides immediate moisture and a satin shine without tackiness. Because the product relies on plant oils and shea instead of petrolatum, it absorbs smoothly while leaving a protective, breathable layer.

• Instant glide-on application for immediate softness
• Non-sticky finish that’s comfortable under lipstick or alone
• Shea butter and five plant oils for ongoing nourishment
• Vitamin E to help protect lips from daily dryness

What does the color #18 Vintage Red look like on different lips?

#18 Vintage Red reads as a sheer, wearable red with warm undertones that flatters many skin tones. Applied lightly it gives a natural wash; layered two or three times it deepens to a fuller vintage-red hue while maintaining translucence.

• Sheer first swipe for a subtle, everyday red
• Buildable coverage for customized intensity
• Translucent finish that shows the natural lip texture
• Pairs well with neutral or bold makeup looks

Is this lip butter safe for sensitive or allergenic lips?

Formulated without beeswax, petroleum, and common harsh additives, this lip butter aims to be gentle and non-irritating. Melixir performs compatibility testing, and the product’s plant-first formulation reduces reliance on synthetic occlusives, making it suitable for many sensitive-lip users.

• 100% vegan and cruelty-free ingredients
• Free from petrolatum and bee-derived waxes
• Clinically tested to minimize irritation on sensitive lips
• Contains naturally derived emollients like agave and shea

How should I use and layer this lip butter for best results?

Swipe directly from the stick for quick hydration and tint. For longer-lasting wear, prep lips with a gentle exfoliant, apply a base layer, blot lightly, then reapply a second layer for deeper color and added moisture.

• Use alone for daily hydration and sheer color
• Layer to intensify the vintage-red shade
• Apply over a balm base for extra longevity in cold weather
• Reapply throughout the day as needed to maintain shine and softness

Who this is for: Melixir Vegan Lip Butter #18 Vintage Red suits anyone seeking a clean, plant-based tinted balm—ideal for people who prefer cruelty-free, petrolatum-free products, those with sensitive lips, and shoppers who want a low-effort, buildable red tint that doubles as nourishing lip care. It’s a practical everyday balm for teens, adults, gift-givers, and anyone wanting a hydrating, sheer-red finish without heavy ingredients.

Ingredients

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Octyldodecanol, Hydrogenated Castor Oil Dimer Dilinoleate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Wax, Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Diisostearyl Malate, Tribehenin, Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil, Agave Tequilana Leaf Extract, Acetylated Sucrose Distearate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Isopropyl Myristate, Isostearic Acid, Lecithin, Glyceryl Caprylate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Butylene Glycol, Water, Limonene, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77499), Mica (CI 77019), Red 7 Lake (CI 15850), Iron Oxides (CI 77492)