APIVITA Burt's Bees Beeswax and Honey Lip Balm
Works for
1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
Moisturizing10 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“This formula also effectively moisturises lips with ingredients like ultra-emollient Lanolin, Coconut and Sunflower Oils, and seals in hydration with beeswax.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: beeswax, cera alba.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: lanolin
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · 2 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
This product contains antioxidants (tocopherol) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · 1 ingredient credited for this claimModerate support
This product contains tocopherol. This ingredient help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they might be able to prevent early signs of aging (like fine lines and wrinkles), at least to some extent. These ingredients will not be able to "reverse" signs of aging.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Mentha piperita oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Beeswax~22–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about BeeswaxCera alba~4.5–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about Cera albaCocos nucifera oil~4.7–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilHelianthus annuus seed oil~3.9–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilMentha piperita oil~2.5–3.7%
Lanolin~2.3–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sebum of wool-bearing animals (most commonly sheep). Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce the skin water loss. In rare cases could be an allergen. Not suitable for vegans
More about LanolinTocopherol~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolRosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractGlycine soja oil~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilCanola oil~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Canola oilLimonene~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneHoney~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the skin and might have some anti-bacterial properties. Can be an allergen
More about HoneyCera alba~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about Cera albaCocos nucifera oil~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilAroma~0.35–0.85%
Lanolin~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sebum of wool-bearing animals (most commonly sheep). Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce the skin water loss. In rare cases could be an allergen. Not suitable for vegans
More about LanolinMel~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and attract water to it
More about MelAmmonium glycyrrhizate~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolRosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractGlycine soja oil~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilCanola oil~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Canola oilBenzyl benzoate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateBenzyl cinnamate~0.1–0.35%
Ingredient list view
Beeswax, Cera alba, Cocos nucifera oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Mentha piperita oil, Lanolin, Tocopherol, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Glycine soja oil, Canola oil, Limonene, Honey, Cera alba, Cocos nucifera oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Aroma, Lanolin, Mel, Ammonium glycyrrhizate, Tocopherol, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Glycine soja oil, Canola oil, Benzyl benzoate, Benzyl cinnamate
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| APIVITABurt's Bees Beeswax and Honey Lip BalmYOUR PRODUCT | Burt's BeesBeeswax and Honey Lip Balm | Mielle OrganicsBurt's Bees 100% Natural Origin Moisturising Lip Balm Duo | Rebels RefineryNatural Vanilla Lip Balm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 70% | 62% | 61% |
| Price | $15.85 | $12.53−$3.32 | $12.96−$2.89 | $8.00−$7.85 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 8 | 7 of 8 | 6 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | — | — | Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed |
| Irritancy | High | High | High | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
"APIVITA - Burt's Bees Beeswax and Honey Lip Balm" is effective for: Moisturizing
This lip sunscreen could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Price
The product retails for 11.99£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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