Plumps gently — no tingle required. A vegan, bio-based squalane balm, infused with peptides, that delivers up to 20 hours of moisture while smoothing fine lines and building volume over time.
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Basic Balm
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DETAILS:
This is what nourished lips look like: glossier, softer, visibly fuller.
Basic Balm is a squeezable lip salve that melts into lips on contact. Rich with 25% Bio-Based Squalane and a 1% Hydrating Peptide Complex, it has the slip and nourishment of a treatment — not the waxy drag of a typical balm. Most balms sit on the surface. This one works beneath it.
97% of users saw improved moisture lasting up to 20 hours*. With twice-daily use over one month, 69% experienced increased lip volume and 83% saw improved softness. Squalane increases cell turnover by 34% — which is why lips don't just feel better, they look it.
The finish is glossy without a trace of stickiness — just soft, comfortable lips and a subtle citrus scent that makes it the one you'll reach for all day. Wears beautifully alone or layered under your favorite lip color.
Vegan, Leaping Bunny Certified, and Plastic Negative Certified. Dermatologist tested safe for sensitive skin.
WHAT IT'S GOOD FOR:
Dry or dehydrated lips
Lips lacking softness or volume
Daily wear under makeup or SPF
Night treatment for intense hydration
All lip types
HOW TO USE:
Apply generously to lips throughout the day as needed.
Wear alone, under SPF, or layered beneath a lip colour.
A gentle reminder: Real results take time. Showing up for your skin, consistently, is where the magic happens.
INGREDIENTS:
25% Bio-Based Squalane (derived from natural sugarcane): Glides on without stickiness, nourishing and softening lips from the first application. Clinically shown to increase cell turnover by 34%* — visibly smoothing the appearance of fine lines and leaving lips softer with every use.
1% Hydrating Peptide Complex: Builds over time to add volume, softness, and long-lasting moisture. 97% saw improved moisture up to 20 hours after application.*
Complexes are blends of ingredients at the efficacious dose clinically studied internally or by suppliers.
Like all formulas, the Basic Balm works best when used consistently over time. We recommend using it twice daily for 4 weeks before determining its full benefit for your lips.
Sonsie’s Basic Balm feels like a lip balm because of the sunflower wax base, but with 25% squalane, it glides across lips without drag and leaves a glossy appearance. The best of both worlds.
What does this balm smell like?
Sonsie’s Basic Balm has a subtle citrus scent. Very light and elegant!
Can I pair Basic Balm with a colored lip balm, lip stick or lip stain?
Yes, of course you can pair Basic Balm with a colored lip product! If using a colored product, it’s recommended to apply your colored product first, and then seal it in with your Basic Balm for a glossy finish with long-lasting moisture.
Is this lip balm vegan?
Yes, Sonsie’s Basic Balm is vegan! In fact, all Sonsie products are vegan!
Smooths Lips
At 10%, our squalane has been shown to increase cell turnover by 34% resulting in a smoother appearance.*
Improves Softness
At 1% our Hydrating Lip Complex improved lip softness in 83% of people when used 2x per day for 1 month.**
Increases Volume
At 1% our Hydrating Lip Complex increased lip volume in 69% of people when used 2x per day for 1 month.**
Long-lasting Hydration
At 1% our Hydrating Lip Complex showed improved lip moisture in 97% of people up to 20 hours after application.**
*Results reflect clinical data for individual ingredients and may not match combined results. Individual results may vary.
**Based on a clinical study of 29 female panelists. Results reflect clinical data for individual ingredients and may not match combined results. Individual results may vary.
Dryness
Fine Lines
Texture
What does Sonsie’s Basic Balm feel like?
Sonsie’s Basic Balm feels like a lip balm because of the sunflower wax base, but with 25% squalane, it glides across lips without drag and leaves a glossy appearance. The best of both worlds.
What does this balm smell like?
Sonsie’s Basic Balm has a subtle citrus scent. Very light and elegant!
Can I pair Basic Balm with a colored lip balm, lip stick or lip stain?
Yes, of course you can pair Basic Balm with a colored lip product! If using a colored product, it’s recommended to apply your colored product first, and then seal it in with your Basic Balm for a glossy finish with long-lasting moisture.
Is this lip balm vegan?
Yes, Sonsie’s Basic Balm is vegan! In fact, all Sonsie products are vegan!
Smooths Lips
At 10%, our squalane has been shown to increase cell turnover by 34% resulting in a smoother appearance.*
Improves Softness
At 1% our Hydrating Lip Complex improved lip softness in 83% of people when used 2x per day for 1 month.**
Increases Volume
At 1% our Hydrating Lip Complex increased lip volume in 69% of people when used 2x per day for 1 month.**
Long-lasting Hydration
At 1% our Hydrating Lip Complex showed improved lip moisture in 97% of people up to 20 hours after application.**
*Results reflect clinical data for individual ingredients and may not match combined results. Individual results may vary.
**Based on a clinical study of 29 female panelists. Results reflect clinical data for individual ingredients and may not match combined results. Individual results may vary.
Dryness
Fine Lines
Texture
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Cleanse
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Hydrate
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Restore
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Moisturize
5
Soften
Commitment to Sustainability
Sonsie is vegan, cruelty-free, Leaping Bunny Certified and Certified Plastic Negative with Repurpose Global, reflecting our values to honor both your authentic self and our planet with equal care and respect.
How to Recycle
In Partnership with Pact, we’ve made it easy to process and recycle your beauty waste. Remove the cap, cut open the tube and thoroughly clean and rinse. Allow all components to dry. Drop off at your local Pact bin.
What are your skin concerns? Ageing, Redness, Wrinkles, Large Pores
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
1 month ago
Amazing balm.
The only lip balm that I think is better than this is the one with the sugar rhubarb version. I would love to see this intense in the future because I’m all about tinted lips but…this was an impulse add-on and I’m so glad I got it!
The only thing I hope they work on in the future is that they make a formula that lasts a little longer. I am constantly reapplying.
CC
Catherine C.
Verified Buyer
I recommend this product
How old are you? 55-64
What is your skin type? Normal
What are your skin concerns? Ageing
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
1 year ago
Cleanest, most comfortable and long lasting lip balm
I adore this lip balm! I always have to rotate between a few good ones otherwise my lips get weird and gummy so I have had that routine down Pat for the most part. I have been shocked that this lip treatment is so consistent and gentle and powerfully long lasting. I use it every day, generally nothing else unless a lip color now and then. My lips don’t feel gummy at all just very happy and moisturized. Big fan of Pam Anderson, and love that she’s doing this. Such an inspiration for aging beautifully, naturally. 58 and I’m in, all in!
KS
Kayleen S A.
Verified Buyer
I recommend this product
How old are you? 25-34
What is your skin type? Oily
What are your skin concerns? Oiliness, Large Pores
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
2 years ago
10/10
My favourite lip balm to carry around! I recently just bought 2 more so I never run out!
DB
Danielle B.
Verified Buyer
I recommend this product
How old are you? 35-44
What is your skin type? Normal
What are your skin concerns? Dryness, Blackheads, Wrinkles, Ageing
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
2 years ago
Can’t live without it now!
It truly is the BEST lip balm I’ve ever owned…it looks so gorgeous with that shine..& it lasts… not sticky & is just enjoyable to wear ♥️
KC
Katie C.
Verified Buyer
I recommend this product
How old are you? 35-44
What is your skin type? Dry
What are your skin concerns? Wrinkles, Dryness
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
2 years ago
Stays on, thick, moisturizing!
I absolutely love this balm. I am a lip balm junkie and have a pretty big collection in my night stand. I can confidently say that this is the only one that will stay on all night long. I need another for my bag! Considering grabbing these as gifts and will definitely purchase again! 🤍
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