Reviewed: Summer Fridays Pink Guava Balm and How It Compares

A new lip product launch hits my inbox every three minutes—and yet, I’d argue none has maintained a cult following quite like the Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm. Each new flavor-shade combination is somehow better than the next, the non-sticky formulas so smooth and hydrating that I (plus thousands of others) collect them like candy. The infatuation has gotten to the point where shoppers are only able to purchase three at a time on the brand’s website. (That’s when you know it’s a hot commodity!) In short: If you’re on the prowl for a new lip balm, I can’t recommend Summer Fridays enough. It’s the ultimate It-balm, and rest assured, the hype is well-earned.

Yes, I just declared that each flavor drop seems to get better and better, but the brand’s latest launch, Pink Guava, might just take the cake as my all-time favorite. Honestly? I don’t know if Summer Fridays can top it. See below for my full review and how it compares to the similar pink shades—and snag yourself a tube (or three), stat.

Before diving into the shade variations, I should note that each balm boasts the same, silky formula: a blend of ultra-hydrating shea and murumuru seed butters and vegan waxes for a smooth, nonsticky glide. “Our Lip Butter Balm was created to feel as good as it looks: deeply nourishing with a subtle tint and a texture that people describe as buttery and smooth,” Marianna Hewitt and Lauren Gores Ireland, co-founders of Summer Fridays, once told me about the cult-favorite formula. “We spent a lot of time making sure it wasn’t sticky and would wear beautifully. For us, it’s always been about making something that people enjoy using again and again.”

Pink Guava: Juicy and Vibrant