Whoever decided to place lip balms right by the checkout was a marketing genius. Seriously. My eyes always wander to that little display, and suddenly I’m mentally scanning my lip balm stash, wondering which one I still don’t have. This time, my hand reached for the honey version by Burt’s Bees.
I have a deep trust in honey as a cosmetic ingredient, and after recently testing a propolis ointment on a cut finger (with magical results), my love for bee-based goodness only grew. So grabbing a lip balm full of the same golden magic? A no-brainer.
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Brand Buzz: A Little History Behind the Bees
Fun fact: The brand was founded by artist Roxanne Quimby and beekeeper Burt Shavitz in Maine back in 1984. Roxanne started out by making candles from Burt’s leftover beeswax, and a few years later—bam!—she created the now-iconic Burt’s Bees lip balm.
Since then, the brand has grown into a full-blown natural beauty empire, offering everything from skincare to baby products—all made with gentle, eco-conscious processes. No petrochemicals, phthalates, SLS, or parabens here. Just nature doing its thing. 🐝
Packaging & First Impressions
The packaging? Classic. You’ve seen it a thousand times—a no-frills twist-up tube. The only issue I sometimes have is opening it with freshly moisturized hands (pro tip: don’t), but otherwise, it does the job just fine.
I’ll admit, I was also this close to grabbing one of those adorable tins of cuticle cream or all-purpose salves. I’m a sucker for multitasking minis and have them tucked into every bag and pocket. And yes, I still somehow manage to leave the house balm-less more often than I’d like. Tragic, I know. Being forced to buy another one? Oh, what a burden… 😏
Honey Heaven: Scent, Taste & Texture
The scent is a spot-on honey dream—rich, sweet, and comforting without being cloying. And the taste? Pure perfection. This isn’t some artificial candy flavoring—it’s real-deal honey you can recognize and relish.
Honey lovers, prepare to swoon. Honestly, I’m already eyeing that mini tin again… But I promised myself I won’t buy another balm until I finish this one. (Spoiler: I might cave.)
My Lip-Saving Experience
Relief level: off the charts. If your lips are cracked, tight, or painfully dry, this balm brings comfort in literal seconds. It’s like when you burn your hand and immediately plunge it into cold water—instant soothing.
Sometimes I wonder if certain products should be in a first-aid kit rather than on a beauty shelf. This balm definitely makes the case—alongside aloe vera gel and lavender oil for burns.
And can we talk about how long it lasts? It leaves a silky layer on your lips that doesn’t feel sticky at all—more like a gentle waxy shield that just hugs your lips. Truly one of the most comforting balms I’ve used, and the ingredient list gets a big thumbs up from me too.
A Handy Little Tip
Have you ever noticed your lip balm suddenly stops working like it used to? It feels harder, like it’s just sliding over your lips without doing anything?
This used to happen with my Crazy Rumors balms all the time—until Burt’s Bees showed me the fix. Simply take the back of your nail and gently scrape off the top layer of the balm. Boom—back to buttery smoothness, just like when it was brand new. No idea why it happens, but this trick works wonders.
Final Thoughts
So, have you ever tried anything from Burt’s Bees? If not, I’d say this little honey-sweet stick is a perfect place to start. Between the soothing formula, gorgeous scent, and the charming bee-filled backstory, it’s easy to fall in love.
And now, if you’ll excuse me, I might just go check on that cuticle cream tin after all… for research purposes, obviously. 😉
*Not sponsored, not gifted – just me being nosy and curious. ✨
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