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A bold lip is a great way to make an instant statement, even if the rest of your makeup is minimal—but some traditional lipsticks may leave your lips feeling dried out and chapped. Tinted lip balm is a perfect alternative because it offers all of the hydrating, moisturizing qualities of your favorite lip balm with the same pop of color you get from a great lipstick.

When it comes to choosing a tinted lip balm, you'll want to think about whether you prefer a sheer tint or a more saturated color. Many tinted lip balms offer buildable coverage, so they go on sheer, but can be layered for a more dramatic effect. If you spend a lot of time outside, you may also want to choose a tinted lip balm with SPF to help protect your lips from sun damage. Some tinted balms also have a shiny finish—like your favorite drugstore lip gloss, but more hydrating—while others have a more natural look.

The best part about adding a great tinted lip balm (or a few!) to your makeup bag is that you can wear it with literally any look. Going for a Ree's signature dramatic eyeliner? A subtle tinted balm with give your lips a little life without overpowering your eye makeup. Want a classic red lip, but without the drying and flaking? Check out the highly-pigmented options on this list, like the ones from Kari Gran and Rituel de Fille.

Keep reading to learn more about the best tinted lip balms in 2022, and don't be surprised if you find yourself buying more than one!

Alex Drummond loves the Laneige lip mask, so it's worth checking out the brand's tinted balm, too! It comes in four colors, and has a glossy, glowy finish with a subtle tint.

This cult-favorite Australian lip balm brand contains tons of hydrating ingredients, including lanolin, vitamin E, and creamy shea butter. It comes in a sheer, rosy pink shade that's universally flattering.

If you spend a lot of time in the sun, you'll want to grab a tube of this classic tinted lip balm from Sun Bum. It has SPF 15 protection, and comes in five colors. Over 3,400 Amazon shoppers have given it a perfect five-star rating.

This all-over balm has a dewy finish that's perfect for lips and cheeks, making it the ideal multi-tasking product for an effortless look. The coverage ranges from semi-sheer to full, depending on how you apply. It comes in six eye-catching colors.

This tinted balm from clean beauty brand Ilia is super moisturizing, and offers medium coverage with a single swipe. The creamy formula is made with naturally hydrating ingredients like sea buckthorn and shea butter, and it comes in eight shades.

If you can never choose just one lip balm, why not get this pack of four fruit-scented tinted lip balms from Nivea? Made with jojoba and avocado oils, they'll keep your lips feeling smooth and nourished.

Shoppers are obsessed with this tinted lip balm from Kosas, which has hyaluronic acid and vitamin E to keep your lips feeling smooth and hydrated. It's infused with wild mint for a fresh, natural flavor, and comes in four shades, including a clear option.

This tiny tinted lip balm will fit inside even your smallest purse or pocket, making it a great choice for anyone with a busy lifestyle. It has a sheer, buildable tint that's infused with rose oil, and comes in seven shades.

Cool-girl beauty brand Milk Makeup makes a tinted lip balm that offers just the right amount of sheer color. It's infused with hemp seed, peppermint, and sage oils as well as a blend of shea, cocoa, and mango butters — so it's super hydrating. It comes in four subtle shades.

If you're looking for a highly-pigmented tinted balm, you'll want to try Kari Gran's lip whip. The ultra-moisturizing formula can rival the coverage of your favorite traditional lipstick, and it has a slightly glossy finish. It's available in nine shades, from sheer shimmer to deep red.

What's better than one tinted balm? Two tinted balms! This multi-use product from K-beauty favorite Kaja Beauty has a creamy texture that's easy to blend, and buildable color you can use on your lips or cheeks. It's available in two color combinations: Sweet Sangria and Juicy Watermelon.

Get the French girl chic look with this multipurpose balm from Typology Paris. The vegan formula offers sheer, dewy coverage in five shades, and it contains both raspberry seed and peppermint extracts.

Celeb-favorite brand Pat McGrath's lip balm looks as luxurious as it feels. The sheer, slightly shimmery formula comes in two soft pink shades, and is perfect for no-makeup days, or as a base layer under lipstick.

Celebrities and shoppers love Olio e Osso's dewy tinted balms, which can be used on lips or cheeks. It's available in five sheer, natural shades, and since this balm is meant to enhance your skin's natural glow, it also works well as a subtle highlighter.

Hyaluronic acid is a hero ingredient when it comes to delivering serious hydration, so anyone with dry lips will want to get this dewy tinted balm from makeup artist favorite brand, Charlotte Tilbury. It offers buildable coverage, and comes in eight colors.