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GREAT LIP CARE STARTS HERE

Formula-first Australian made lip balms

WELCOME TO MY DEAR WINSTON

WELCOME TO MY DEAR WINSTON

WELCOME TO MY DEAR WINSTON

WELCOME TO MY DEAR WINSTON

WELCOME TO MY DEAR WINSTON

WELCOME TO MY DEAR WINSTON

WELCOME TO MY DEAR WINSTON

WELCOME TO MY DEAR WINSTON

WELCOME TO MY DEAR WINSTON

WELCOME TO MY DEAR WINSTON

THE BEST THINGS AREN'T REINVENTED. THEY'RE REFINED.

THE DISCOVERY SET
My Dear Winston

THE DISCOVERY SET

$66.00 AUD $66.00 AUD
THE ESSENTIAL SET
My Dear Winston

THE ESSENTIAL SET

$66.00 AUD $66.00 AUD
THE BALANCE SET
My Dear Winston

THE BALANCE SET

$66.00 AUD $66.00 AUD
THE RECOVERY SET
My Dear Winston

THE RECOVERY SET

$66.00 AUD $66.00 AUD
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SEE WHAT'S INSIDE

Every MDW balm starts with our core formula blend of native Australian ingredients and builds up from there. So you can choose your formula based on what your lips need most.

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THE ESSENTIAL

Maintains lip health

Your foundational formula for everyday lip care. Built with skin-mimicking emollients to hydrate, soften and replenish the lips’ moisture levels. Clean, comfortable, and made to leave lips better than it found them.
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THE BALANCE

Protects lip health

Your smooth, soft, daily defense for when lips need just that little bit extra. Powered by antioxidant-rich Kakadu Plum Oil to help shield lips from stressors and support a healthy barrier.
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THE RECOVERY

Restores lip health

Your rich, restorative balm for deep hydration and repair. Powered by Lanolin and Macadamia oil, this formula wraps lips in restorative moisture to soothe, rebuild, and deliver lasting relief.
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WHY MY DEAR WINSTON

Our formulas tackle the challenges lips face, from dryness to damage and everything in between.

CLINICALLY BACKED INGREDIENTS

CLINICALLY BACKED INGREDIENTS

We refine, not reinvent. Each balm is developed with purpose, not filler.

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HOURS OF HYDRATION

HOURS OF HYDRATION

No surface shine. Just lasting nourishment that leaves lips better than it found them.

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PRODUCT OF AUSTRALIA

PRODUCT OF AUSTRALIA

Filled, formulated and founded in Australia. With 100% native Australian ingredients.

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FIND YOUR FORMULA

Not sure which balm’s for you? Compare them below to find your best fit.

Feature
The Essential Maintains lips
The Balance Protects lips
The Recovery Restores lips
Purpose
Everyday low-maintenance staple when lips are healthy but need consistent comfort
Midweight resilience when lips feel slightly stressed or need a little more support
Deep daily restoration and repair for dry, stressed lips
Hydration Level
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Formula Highlights
Core Blend of Emu Oil, Native Beeswax, Vitamin E, Eucalyptus
Core Blend + Kakadu Plum Oil
Core Blend + Lanolin & Macadamia Oil
Best For
Daily use, under lipstick, low-maintenance lips
Antioxidant support, mild dryness, seasonal shifts
Repairing damage, dry lips, Winter wear
Lip Type
Normal (low-maintenance)
Normal/Combination (prone to tightness)
Dry/Very Dry (chronically dry, cracked, stressed)
When to Use
Throughout the day, under lipstick, mild weather, daily commutes, temperate travel
Throughout the day, post-travel, transitional weather, city air, after sun exposure
Throughout the day, overnight repair, cold weather, long flights, sick days

The Essential

Maintains lips

Purpose: Perfect low-maintenance staple when lips are healthy but need consistent comfort

Formula Highlights: Core Blend of Emu Oil, Native Beeswax, Vitamin E, Eucalyptus

Best For: Daily use, under lipstick, low-maintenance lips

Lip Type: Normal (low-maintenance)

When to Use: Throughout the day, under lipstick, mild weather, daily commutes, temperate travel

Hydration Level:

The Balance

Protects lips

Purpose: Everyday resilience when lips feel slightly stressed or need a little more support

Formula Highlights: Core Blend + Kakadu Plum Oil

Best For: Antioxidant support, mild dryness, seasonal shifts

Lip Type: Normal/Combination (prone to tightness)

When to Use: Throughout the day, post-travel, transitional weather, city air, after sun exposure

Hydration Level:

The Recovery

Restores lips

Purpose: Deep daily restoration and repair for dry, stressed lips

Formula Highlights: Core Blend + Lanolin & Macadamia Oil

Best For: Repairing damage, dry lips, Winter wear

Lip Type: Dry/Very Dry (chronically dry, cracked, stressed)

When to Use: Throughout the day, overnight repair, cold weather, long flights, sick days

Hydration Level:

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