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Carmex: From Chapped Lips to Global Lip Balm Icon

2/18/2025

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From a humble beginning in 1937 as a personal remedy for chapped lips, Carmex has blossomed into a beloved lip balm brand. Founded by Alfred Woelbing in Wisconsin, it transformed from hand-filled jars to a pharmacist favorite by the 1990s. Now, with a dedicated team of over 250, Carmex thrives globally while cherishing its family-oriented roots.

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From a humble beginning in 1937 as a personal remedy for chapped lips, Carmex has blossomed into a beloved lip balm brand. Founded by Alfred Woelbing in Wisconsin, it transformed from hand-filled jars to a pharmacist favorite by the 1990s. Now, with a dedicated team of over 250, Carmex thrives globally while cherishing its family-oriented roots.