Here at CF, we’ve been discussing makeup essentials for college girls, along with our favorite products for each beauty category. This week, we’re discussing our favorite lip products, ever.

Lip products are the one beauty item I never get tired of purchasing. They come in all sorts of shades, finishes, and feelings that putting on a fresh lipstick never gets old. 

In fact, I love so many lip products that I thought it best to present this list as a two-part series, so we can fully understand the extent of my borderline obsession. Without further ado, here is the first half of my series on our all-time favorite lip products.

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The Best Lip Balms:

This Agave Lip Balm from Bite ($18) is hands-down the best formula of lip balm I’ve ever encountered, not to mention it smells absolutely divine. This is everything you’d want in a balm— it’s nourishing, packed with great ingredients, and feels so good on the lips.

If you’re not down to drop $18 on a lip balm (which, if you aren’t, I feel that), my go-to drugstore lip balm is the Nivea Milk & Honey Lip Care ($10.99 for 4). This flavor has been my favorite since they retired Olive Oil and Lemon (RIP), and the other alternatives are just as good.

Want a tinted oomph to your daily balm? Greek brand Korres has got you covered with their dependable Lip Butters ($12). I’ve been using these lip butters since high school and the color payoff and wear is gorgeous, not to mention the absolute comfort. These give the ultimate juicy lip.

The Best Lip Tints:

One step up from the tinted lip balm, the lip tint can come in matte stick or liquid formulas. The Glossier Generation G lipsticks ($18) have quickly become a classic for that popsicle-y, casually polished look. Also try the Colourpop Ultra Blotted Lips ($6) for a cheaper, just as soft option.