this is a fine lip balm. it does what it needs to do, more effective than chapstick. this product absorbs into my lips SUPER quick, to the point where its gone after like 10 minutes, and i've noticed it doesn't hydrate my lips nearly as well as laneige or tocobo's lip masks do. it almost has a vaseline-like effect where it doesn't hydrate enough and almost feels like it dries out your lips so you keep applying more and more. also has a bad taste. very easy and hygienic application and comes in a two pack, so nice value for your money.