Got up this morning and not only did I not have a cold sore, there was no evidence that one had erupted the day before.

I don’t normally suffer with cold sores so I can’t say that the balm prevented them, but I did have soft lips and enjoyed using it with the slight liquorice fragrance. I might prevent cold sores, but the make-up properties of it are just as good as any other lip balm and left my lips moisturised. I was so fearful of contaminating her with the virus that I didn’t kiss her properly for weeks after she was born. LipQ is a range of naturally effective lip balm and gel designed to protect lips against cold sores.A moisturising and nourishing balm for dry lips, which combines the soothing properties of Organic Aloe Vera with the moisturising and nourishing properties of Shea butter and beeswax.

Your doctor may prescribe antiviral tablets, or you could ask your pharmacist to recommend an over-the-counter product.

Triggers vary – stress, illness (especially a weakened immune system) and extreme temperature changes are common culprits. Made from certified organic, vegan ingredients (yes no beeswax), these balms are made using cold pressed oils to keep them full of goodness! I also found they appear a lot smaller and mainly on the actual lip rather than the skin around the mouth, as that is what takes a lot longer to heal.

I get a stronger whiff of liquorice with this than with the gel and my lips do tingle a little after application. In the 18 years since her first outbreak, Sarah has suffered from regular cold sores which flare up around the time of her period and become increasingly worse when she's stressed. Fortunately (touching wood) I have never suffered with cold sores myself, but I know people that do and they are a true nightmare.

Emu Lip Balm is an excellent lip moisturiser made from Emu Oil, Organic Shea Butter and Cocoa Butter. Although I haven't had a boyfriend yet, there are boys I like but getting such bad cold sores makes me feel extremely insecure about the idea of dating someone. I like this flavour the best out of all the Dr Organic lip balm range but that's just a personal opinion!