Side-by-side
The full comparison.
Disclosure: published by Numbrrrz, a competing brand. Based on published ingredient lists for each brand’s standard lip balm; formulas vary by variety and change over time, so check the current label.
| Feature |  Numbrrrz | Carmex |
|---|---|---|
| Contains menthol | No added menthol (Peppermint uses organic peppermint essential oil) | Yes |
| Contains camphor | No | Yes |
| Contains phenol | No | Yes |
| Contains salicylic acid | No | Yes |
| Petroleum-based | No — Organic Coconut Oil, Organic Jojoba Oil + Organic Beeswax | Yes — petrolatum base |
| USDA Organic certified | Yes | Not sold as USDA Organic certified |
| Size | 0.5 oz (14 g) tube | 0.15 oz stick or 0.25 oz jar |
Comparing cost? See our organic lip balm price-per-ounce table, with list prices from each brand’s own site.
Which to choose
It depends on what you want.
If you want sun protection, choose a lip product labeled with SPF. Numbrrrz is a moisturizing balm and has no SPF.
If you like Carmex's texture, scent or format, it may still be the right pick for you. Formulas vary by variety and change over time, so check the current label.
If you prefer a short, USDA Organic plant-oil-and-beeswax balm in a larger 0.5 oz (14 g) tube, Numbrrrz is built for that.
Deep dive
Go deeper.
More on the ingredients in this comparison.
Questions
Quick answers.
What is the main difference between Numbrrrz and Carmex?
Numbrrrz is a USDA Organic balm made from four base ingredients (organic coconut oil, organic beeswax, organic jojoba oil and vitamin E) in a 0.5 oz (14 g) tube. Carmex's formulas, sizes and certifications differ by variety; the table above compares their standard lip balm based on its published ingredient list.
What is in Numbrrrz lip balm?
Organic coconut oil, organic beeswax, organic jojoba oil and vitamin E, plus organic essential oils or flavoring in the scented versions (Lavender, Peppermint, Coconut Vanilla, Strawberry). Unscented has just the four base ingredients.
Does Numbrrrz have SPF?
No. Numbrrrz is a moisturizing balm with no SPF. For long days in strong sun, use a lip product labeled with SPF.
How do prices compare with Carmex?
Numbrrrz tubes hold 0.5 oz, more than most standard 0.15 oz sticks, so price per ounce is the fairest comparison. Our price-per-ounce page lists current prices from each brand's own site with the date checked.
Where can I see Carmex's current ingredients?
On the product label or Carmex's own website. Formulas vary by variety and can change, so the current label is the source of truth.