Spike Valentino Disco Balm: pH Reactive Tinted Lip Balm
If you live in a country with harsh, dry winters, chances are you’ve already swapped your lightweight summer skincare for richer, more hydrating formulas. But what about your makeup? Do you adjust your beauty routine to suit the season, too? I’m not just talking about switching up your colour palette only but also the formulas.
I find myself reaching for more hydrating primers and lip products packed with nourishing ingredients, as the weather gets cooler. My lips tend to get very dry so keeping them soft and smooth is a top priority. This is one of the many reasons why Valentino Beauty’s new Spike Valentino Disco Balm has quickly become one of my top picks this winter.
Encased in the signature Spike Valentino packaging, this rose gold refillable design takes its inspiration from the iconic Valentino Garavani Rockstud. The sleek aluminum spikes and satisfying magnetic closure give it a modern, collectible feel. The option to buy refills makes it a more sustainable choice. A small but meaningful way to cut down on waste.
Spike Valentino Disco Balm has a pH reactive tinted formula powered by the nourishing ingredients like Squalane, Shea Butter, and Ceramides. Finish is luminous with a multidimensional light catching glow.
While the shades are buildable, they still maintain a soft, sheer finish even after a few swipes. This allows your natural lip tone to shine through beautifully.
Spike Valentino Lip Balm is available in four shades and brand gifted me three of them to try without any obligation to share.
- 120 R – Rose in the Woods : A cool rose wood shade that is soft and delicate
- 199 A – Bold Brown : A warm berry brown, perfect for fall/winter touch
- 302 R – Extra Pink : A cool bright pink that add a soft boldness to the lips
In the swatches below, each shade has been layered three times to show the color accurately. The formula is incredibly buttery, melting effortlessly . It delivers an instant boost of hydration with the very first swipe.
For those sensitive to scents in lip products, these balms do have a soft fruity fragrance. The scent is not overpowering for me, but it’s worth noting for anyone with sensitivities.
