Description of My Lip balm General Description Description of Major Parts The typical tube of lip balm is made solely out of plastic. As figure 1 indicates, a tube of lip balm is made up of three basic parts. There is the cap, the main body, and the base adjustment knob. Figure 1: Tube of Lip Balm Source: Chap Stick. Wyeth Consumer Healthcare. Retrieved March 31, 2006. Cap The cap on a tube of lip balm protects the lip balm that is inside the tube from getting dirty. The cap also keeps the lip balm from getting all over everything that it touches. Lip balm can leave a gooey mess if it gets on cloths or furniture. The cap simply snaps on and off of the tube of lip balm and can be easily lost. Main Body The main body is a simple cylindrical tube that holds the semi-solid lib balm. It is approximately 1 ½ inches in length and ½ inch in diameter. This small size makes it easy for anyone to hold on to it. This part of the tube usually has a plastic label around it listing the drug facts of the lip balm and displaying the brand name and name of the product. The label also lists the uses, any warnings, and directions for use. It also has a barcode on it with a product number. Base Adjustment Knob On the bottom of the base adjustment knob the expiration date is listed. Usually the expiration date is a couple of years from the time of purchase. The adjustment knob rotates in both directions. As the knob is turned one direction it pushes the lip balm toward the other end of the tube so it can be applied to the lips. If the knob is turned the opposite direction the lip balm is pulled back down into the tube so it can be used at a later time. How I Use My Lip Balm Crystal Cole
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