Quick Answer

Vitamin E is a common ingredient in lip products, but there is no evidence that Beauty Bakerie Lip Whips contain it. While vitamin E can be a moisturizing ingredient, lip whips are designed for color and long wear, not as a treatment for dry lips. For dry lips, focus on a dedicated lip care routine.

Lip Whips

Lip Whips

Vitamin E is a popular ingredient in skincare and lip care, often touted as a dry-lip remedy. But when it comes to lip whips, does it actually help? Let's separate fact from fiction.

We'll look at what lip whips are, what they can and can't do, and how to care for dry lips without falling for common myths.

What Are Lip Whips?

Lip Whips are matte, long-wear liquid lipsticks from Beauty Bakerie. They go on liquid and dry down to a smudge-proof, transfer-resistant finish. Their main job is to deliver rich, all-day color, not to moisturize or treat the lips.

Because of their long-wear formula, they can be more drying than a balm or gloss. That's why it's important to manage expectations: a lip whip is a color product, not a treatment.

  • Apply a lip balm or primer before your lip whip to minimize dryness.
  • Exfoliate gently to create a smooth base.
  • Avoid reapplying lip whip over dry patches; remove and reapply instead.

The Vitamin E Claim

Vitamin E is an antioxidant that can help moisturize and protect the skin. Some lip products include it for these benefits. However, Beauty Bakerie Lip Whips do not list vitamin E in their ingredient highlights, and we don't have ingredient lists for these products.

So, the claim that vitamin E in lip whips helps dry lips is unverified. Even if a lip whip contained vitamin E, the formula's primary purpose is color and wear, not hydration.

  • Check the ingredient list of any lip product if you're specifically looking for vitamin E.
  • Don't assume a lipstick contains vitamin E just because it's marketed as nourishing.

How to Actually Care for Dry Lips

If you struggle with dry lips, a dedicated lip care routine is more effective than relying on color products. Use a hydrating balm or treatment, especially overnight. Stay hydrated and avoid licking your lips, which can make dryness worse.

When wearing a lip whip, prep your lips with a balm and allow it to absorb before applying color. This helps the lip whip glide on more smoothly and reduces the chance of it clinging to dry patches.

  • Use a lip scrub to remove flaky skin, but don't overdo it.
  • Apply a thick balm or mask at night to support overnight repair.
  • Choose a hydrating lip product for everyday wear if your lips are prone to dryness.

Myth or Fact?

  • Myth: Lip Whips contain vitamin E: Beauty Bakerie Lip Whips do not list vitamin E in their product facts. We cannot confirm this claim. Check the ingredient list if you need vitamin E.
  • Myth: Lip Whips cure dry lips: Lip Whips are color products, not treatments. They may even dry out lips due to their long-wear formula. Use a dedicated lip care routine for dryness.
  • Fact: Proper lip prep helps: Exfoliating and applying balm before a lip whip can improve comfort and wear. Always prep your lips before applying a lip whip.

Lip Whips We Recommend

  • Versailles Matte Lip Whip: Smudge-proof and royal, Versailles Lip Whip goes on liquid and dries matte. With all-day coverage in just one pigmented application, the berry-sienna hue will make you feel fit to be the queen of your very own Château. This shade gives you long-lasting color, but you'll still want to prep your lips with a balm to avoid dryness.
  • Fresh and Fruity Lip Whip Trio: A mouthwatering set of three matte, long-wear liquid lipsticks inspired by juicy, fruit-filled indulgence. This trio brings the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and sultry in the form of flawless, transfer-resistant and rich pigment finish that lasts all day. A trio gives you variety, but each shade still requires proper lip prep for the most comfortable wear.

Vitamin E may be a beneficial ingredient in lip care, but it's not something you can rely on in a lip whip. Focus on a solid lip care routine and use lip whips for their strength: bold, long-lasting color. For dry lips, a dedicated balm or treatment is your best bet.