Lip Protectant/External Analgesic Helps Heal Severe Dryness and Relieve Cold Sores Clinically Proven to Heal Dry, Chapped Lips Penetrating Medication and Moisture An Advanced Moisture System delivers penetrating medication in a unique formula to relieve cold sores & severe lip dryness. Blistex Lip Ointment contains four medications to provide relief from the pain, itching and discomfort of lip sores and blisters. The moisture and emollient base in Blistex Lip Ointment hydrates and softens lip cells to alleviate cracking and seriously dry lips. Blistex Lip Ointment is so effective, it's clinically proven to elevate lip moisture, heal dry, chapped lips, and improve overall condition. Beauty professionals also use it to smooth lip texture before applying color. To use as a lipstick base, apply liberally, leave on for five minutes, then remove excess and apply color. Uses For the temporary relief of pain and itching associated with minor lip irritations or cold sores Temporarily protected and helps relieve chapped or cracked lips