Hot Mamas Know; Lips o’ Butter
November 8, 2007 – 4:01 am
Welcome to the first ever episode of Hot Mamas Know! Where real women share their best secrets for looking and feeling our finest. (catch up on the full details here)
Here’s my tip of the month…
Lips o’ butter
A friend and I were in Munich several years ago, walking down the street, when we passed by a drug store. My friend (literally) shrieked and jumped 5 feet in the air.
“Labello!” she screamed.
My friend is always amusing to travel with, but I couldn’t imagine what could be so scream-worthy. Whatever it was, it had to be GOOD.
“Huh?” I asked.
“Labello! The BEST CHAPSTICK EVER!! We must get some!”
Chapstick? Seriously?
Now I enjoy soft lips as much as the next gal. But come on, what’s there to get all hot and bothered about when it comes to chapstick?
And then I met Labello. And was promptly and whole-heartedly addicted to that little blue tube.Soft… smooth… creamy. No waxy finish like the American brands. No oddly sweet flavors. Just pure, dreamy, lip-smackin’ velvety goodness. My lips crave it. Seriously.
Which posed a problem when my blue tube o’ delights ran out, because you can’t GET Labello in the US. And so, like a junky, I found myself begging and pleading with everyone I know who’s visiting Europe, knows someone who’s visiting Europe, or knows someone who knows someone who’s visiting Europe. “Can you pleeeeeease pick me up some Labello?” I wheedle and whine. It’s pathetic, seriously.
Until now! I recently learned that you can get Labello this side of the Atlantic at this site. It’s rather expensive ($15 with shipping), but it’s soooo worth it.
Oh, and if you’re in Europe? You TOTALLY have to get me some.
Now I want to hear YOUR tips & tricks! Write your own Hot Mamas Know post on your blog, and then come back and add a link to it here using the fields below. (get code for the graphic and more details on entering this event here)
IMPORTANT! Don’t type your name in the box where it says “name.” Instead, type a short summary of your post. (I did the first one as an example lest you be confused).
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For next month…
Get ready for our next edition on Dec 1st. In honor of the biggest party month of the year, we’ll be doing a EXTRA SPECIAL Hot Mamas Know PARTY GLAMOUR edition, where we share our party prep secrets!
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By Zaya on Nov 7, 2007 | Reply
This was a great idea Jen, I’m excited to see what others contribute.
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By Taste Like Crazy on Nov 7, 2007 | Reply
I am officially commenting. :)
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By LikeAstaR on Nov 7, 2007 | Reply
I love the tip. I am racking my brain for timeless tip.. the kind that will lure readers to my blog with the intense “need to know” this type of post beckons…. I got nothin. I know, you think I need to get off the net and into a Glamour mag…. I will be so ready for Dec. 1st
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By andi on Nov 7, 2007 | Reply
No Labello in the US? That’s just wrong. You know you don’t have to go as far as Europe - we have it here (Canada). And you’re right - it is spectacular.
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By Suburban Oblivion on Nov 8, 2007 | Reply
Ok, so am I seriously the only person who thought ‘labia’ when I saw the name?? LOL
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By Taste Like Crazy on Nov 8, 2007 | Reply
Leave it to me to post a broken link.
The second one’s good though, I promise.
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By M on Nov 8, 2007 | Reply
I just bought TWO tubes of Labello from granvillewellness.com, that includes shipping! Nivea has bought the company. love the blog, beauty or not…thank you for sharing.
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By M on Nov 8, 2007 | Reply
oooops, TWO tubes for 10 bucks, including shipping
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By Deborah on Nov 8, 2007 | Reply
Jenny - Send me your address and I’ll send you some. The slightly tinted pink one is my favourite!!! You can get a three pack of the blue one for about $5 here! ;-) There’s also a yellow one for the sun (added SPF) and a green one for skiing. Great stuff!
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By Amy on Nov 8, 2007 | Reply
Oh I can see already that I’m going to have to start keeping a list!!
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By beta mom on Nov 8, 2007 | Reply
I love everything about this!
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By Jessica @ A Bushel and a Peck on Nov 8, 2007 | Reply
Hmmmmm…for some reason Mr. Linky is not showing my blog name/URL. but anyway, I am psyched about this and can’t wait to read everyone’s entries. You rock for coming up with this!!!
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By cate on Nov 8, 2007 | Reply
i’ve been using Labello since i was but a wee young girl….l-o-v-e it!
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By moosh in indy. on Nov 8, 2007 | Reply
YAY I DID IT!
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By Jade on Nov 8, 2007 | Reply
Got here from Moosh.
It has already been said but you can get Labello up here in Canada and it comes in a few choices now also.
You are right, it is the best.
I have used it for about 20 years and the blue tube is still my favorite. Now I have to go back and read more tips.
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By Sarah on Nov 8, 2007 | Reply
I feel a transformation coming on. The kids won’t recognize me in the carpool lane this afternoon. Thanks!
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By Caseyfern on Nov 8, 2007 | Reply
Timeless tip.. hmm. How about the ice-cube on hand to cure headaches one? That always goes over well during the holiday season. Place cube on web between thumb and index finger, hold as long as bearable.
Gad, I miss Seattle :)
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By Brillig on Nov 8, 2007 | Reply
HAHA! I always bought that stuff when I lived in Europe. I’d forgotten about it, though! (I always ask people to bring back Lion Bars for me– apparently we have different addictions, you and I. Hahahah)
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By Jennifer aka Binky Bitch on Nov 8, 2007 | Reply
Mine is up! I did a lip related one, too, hope that’s alright! Mine is far easier to find, by the way!!
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By Worker Mommy on Nov 8, 2007 | Reply
Fun idea…hmmm I’ll have to get to thinking on what tips I may have.
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By carrie on Nov 8, 2007 | Reply
Oooooh! I am so glad you’re doing this!
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By kimi on Nov 8, 2007 | Reply
you can get Labello in canada! we went to sun peaks a while back and just outside of sumas the grocery store had it and I was introduced by our friends daughter who had found it in Switzerland. NOW I’M HOOKED! god bless labello.
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By Wendy on Nov 8, 2007 | Reply
Woof!
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By Nadine on Nov 9, 2007 | Reply
15$! Insane! I’ll trade you some Labello for flavored coffee! :) Can’t buy that in The Netherlands unfortunately.
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By maggie on Nov 9, 2007 | Reply
My folks used to live in Italy, but they moved home this summer and brought me a giant stash of Labello THE BEST CHAPSTICK IN THE WORLD.
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By Mrs. Fussy Fussypants on Nov 9, 2007 | Reply
Better late than never!
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By SAHMmy Says on Nov 9, 2007 | Reply
That is the coolest button ever. I know nothing; I’m just here to poach beauty advice.
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By Lisa on Nov 13, 2007 | Reply
Hey lady,
I am so bummed. I could have contributed to this one. (Worked at a skin care company for years and found a really awesome trick that helps make skin look awesome.) But am too late. Is it too, too late to contribute? If it is, that’s ok.
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