Afterglow Lip Balm

NARS Afterglow Lip Balm sits in the space between a treatment balm and a sheer lipstick. It wears like a buttery cushion with a soft wash of tint and a subtle shine, and NARS builds it around a Moisture-Locking Blend that the brand says keeps lips hydrated for up to 24 hours. If you want colour without committing to a full opaque lip, this is the easy version.

What it actually does

• Hydrates for up to 24 hours. NARS attributes this to the formula's Moisture-Locking Blend; the brand's 24-hour figure comes from a clinical study of 34 people.
• Gives sheer, buildable colour. One pass reads as a soft tint; more passes deepen it without turning it into full-coverage lipstick.
• Finishes with subtle shine, not stickiness. The brand positions the shine as comfortable rather than tacky — 96% of participants in a NARS consumer study of 54 people agreed the balm texture felt non-sticky.
• Smooths and softens over time. NARS says the blend helps lips feel softer, and 96% of that same 54-person consumer panel agreed.
• Applies easily. In the brand's consumer study, all 54 participants agreed it went on comfortably and evenly.

Figures above are NARS's own clinical and consumer study results, self-reported by participants. Individual results vary.

How to use

1. Glide one layer straight from the bullet across bare lips for a soft tint.
2. Build a second or third pass wherever you want the colour stronger — usually the centre of the lip.
3. Reapply through the day whenever lips start to feel dry; this is a balm, so there is no hard rule about touch-ups.
4. Wear it alone, or press it over a matte lipstick to soften the finish and add shine.

Is it right for you?

Questions

Is this a lipstick or a lip balm?

Both, in practice. It behaves as a balm — buttery, hydrating, reapplied freely — while depositing a sheer, buildable tint and a subtle shine.

Does it feel sticky?

NARS formulated it for a non-sticky feel, and 96% of the 54 people in the brand's consumer study agreed on that point. Shine here comes from the cushiony texture rather than a tacky film.

Where does the 24-hour hydration claim come from?

From a NARS clinical study of 34 people. It describes the hydration the formula measures over that period, not how long the colour stays visible.

How long is delivery, and how do I pay?

Delivery takes 3 to 21 working days, depending on availability. You can pay by credit card, debit card, Instapay or mobile wallets — there is no cash on delivery option.

Can I return it if I do not like the shade?

Not for a change of mind. We accept returns for defective, damaged or expired items only, reported within 1 day of delivery. Approved refunds go back to the original payment method within 15–30 days. If you are unsure which tint suits you, WhatsApp us before ordering.