Blistex began as a small family company in 1947. Its focus was to develop and market lip care products in the United States. It then became a private company based in Oak Brook, Illinois that primarily manufactures lip balm, lip ointment, and other lip-related products. It also produces: Stridex – acne-prevention product. Kank-A – two varieties: 1) provides oral pain relief against canker sores 2) soft gel that provides oral pain relief of toothaches. Foille – relief of pain due to scrapes, cuts, minor burns, sunburn, non-poisonous insect bites, and minor skin irritation. Ivarest – relief of poison ivy itching. Glysomed – hand cream and body lotion for relief of dry skin by providing and locking in moisture. Dentyl pH – a two-phase mouth wash for deep cleansing of your mouth and long lasting fresh breath. Odor-Eaters – foot care products; acquired from Combe Incorporated in 2011.