The Ordinary
The Ordinary Squalane + Amino Acids Lip Balm, 15ml
The Ordinary Squalane + Amino Acids Lip Balm, 15ml
Rated 4.8 out of 7.0 by Japan’s largest beauty community
A multi-moisturizing balm that moisturizes lips, elbows, cuticles, and more
✓ 100% AUTHENTIC, SHIPS FROM JAPAN
✓ DUTIES & TAXES INCLUDED FOR US ORDERS
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What it is
Formulated with moisturizing ingredient squalane, S+AA Lip Balm is The Ordinary's first multi-use moisturizing balm that moisturizes and smooths lips. The moisturizing ingredient squalane utilizes its emollient properties to plump lips*1. It also provides moisture to support the barrier function. This highly moisturizing balm also contains a unique amino acid blend that supports moisture retention, and can be used on elbows and cuticles. *Moisturizing ingredient*1 Moisturizing ingredients
Ingredients
Squalane, Sorbitan Olivate, Water, Trihydroxystearin, Betaine, Jojoba Esters, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Wax, Sodium PCA, Adansonia Digitata (Baobab) Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sodium Lactate, Gluconolactone, PCA, Acacia Dealbata (Witch Hazel) Flower Wax, Polyglycerin-3, Serine, Alanine, Glycine, Glutamic Acid, Lysine HCl, Threonine, Arginine, Calcium Gluconate, Hydroxymethoxyphenyldecanone, Proline, Tocopherol, Sodium Benzoate (JILN12053)
How to use
Take an appropriate amount directly onto your skin or onto your fingertips and apply to areas where dryness is a concern.
We ship internationally from Japan!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this authentic?
Yes. We only buy from official retailers and directly from the brands here in Japan. Never resellers, never grey market stock.
We are beauty lovers too, so we know the worry, especially with something you are putting on your face. Authenticity is 100% guaranteed by us.
What are your shipping rates?
On orders under US$75, shipping is a flat US$20 to the United States and US$10 to all other countries.
Orders of US$75 or more ship free, applied automatically at checkout. Your exact shipping cost is shown before you pay.
How long does delivery take?
These estimates are for International Airmail (Tracked) and include 3 to 5 business days of processing in Japan.
- United States: 12 to 15 business days
- Canada, United Kingdom, France, Germany: 9 to 12 business days
- Australia, New Zealand, Denmark, Finland, India, Indonesia, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland: 10 to 13 business days
- China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam: 8 to 10 business days
- Rest of the world: 11 to 18 business days
Actual delivery can be affected by customs clearance, seasonal congestion, or carrier delays in the destination country, all of which are outside our control.
Do you offer express shipping?
Yes. As of 22 July 2026, we offer International Express Mail through Japan Post. The cost is based on order weight and is calculated automatically at checkout.
Will I pay customs or import fees?
US orders: No. As of July 1, 2026, all US orders ship DDP (duties delivered prepaid), meaning we prepay all import duties on our end. Nothing is due at your door.
Orders outside the US: Possibly. Duties and import taxes are set by your local customs authority and are not collected at checkout, so any charges on delivery are your responsibility.
We're working on rolling out prepaid duties for more countries soon.