Lip Care Tips for Kids

Expert tips for healthier lips — plus the product we’d hand you to actually get there.

The steps

What to do.

Simple, repeatable habits. Read them once, use them forever.

Choose a simple, organic formula

Children's skin is more sensitive than adults', and kids are more likely to lick or ingest lip products. An organic lip balm with food-safe ingredients like Numbrrrz ensures safety even if they eat some.

Use fragrance-free for young children

Essential oils can be irritating for very young skin. Numbrrrz Unscented, with just 4 organic ingredients, is the safest choice for children under 6. Older kids can enjoy the scented varieties.

Teach them to apply instead of lick

Most kids' lip dryness comes from constant lip licking. Teach them to reach for lip balm when their lips feel dry instead of licking. Making it a fun habit helps break the cycle.

Apply before outdoor play

Kids spend more time outdoors than most adults, exposed to sun, wind, and cold. Apply lip balm before recess, sports, and outdoor play to protect their lips from the elements.

Keep a tube in their backpack or lunchbox

If the lip balm is accessible, kids are more likely to use it. Pack a tube in their school bag so they can reapply after lunch and before afternoon recess.

We recommend

Unscented 3-Count

Pure organic lip care, fragrance-free. 3-pack.

$36.00

Questions

Quick answers.

Is Numbrrrz safe for children?

Yes. Numbrrrz is made with only Organic Coconut Oil, Organic Jojoba Oil, Organic Beeswax, and Vitamin E — all food-safe ingredients. We recommend the Unscented variety for young children, as it contains no essential oils.

At what age can kids start using lip balm?

Children can start using a simple, organic lip balm around age 3 with supervision. By age 5-6, most kids can apply it independently. Always choose a fragrance-free, minimal-ingredient formula for young children.