Burt's Bees Pomegranate Lip Balm Tube
Works for
1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
MoisturizingLanolin, Cera alba + 7 moreStrong evidence
“This replenishing and hydrating natural Pomegranate Lip Balm from Burt’s Bees is infused with the antioxidant goodness of pomegranate oil which is renowned for its protecting properties.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: cera alba, cocos nucifera oil.
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
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy11 strong irritants: Aroma, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract + 9 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Helianthus annuus seed oil~22–33%
- 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 oilCera alba~4.9–7.4%
- 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~4.8–7.3%
- 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 oilRicinus communis seed oil~3.9–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistency
More about Ricinus communis seed oilLanolin~3–4.5%
- 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 LanolinAroma~2–3.1%
Punica granatum seed oil~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Punica granatum seed oilTocopherol~1.2–1.8%
- 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~1–1.5%
- 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~0.9–1.35%
- 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~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Canola oilCi 75470~0.45–1.05%
Benzyl salicylate~0.35–0.85%
Cinnamal~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citral~0.2–0.7%
Eugenol~0.15–0.65%
Geraniol~0.1–0.5%
Hydroxycitronellal~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalLimonene~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.3%
Parfum~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Helianthus annuus seed oil, Cera alba, Cocos nucifera oil, Ricinus communis seed oil, Lanolin, Aroma, Punica granatum seed oil, Tocopherol, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Glycine soja oil, Canola oil, Ci 75470, Benzyl salicylate, Cinnamal, Citral, Eugenol, Geraniol, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene, Linalool, Parfum
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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.
| Burt's BeesPomegranate Lip Balm TubeYOUR PRODUCT | Mielle OrganicsBurt's Bees 100% Natural Origin Moisturising Lip Balm Duo | BalmondsBurt's Bees Hemp Lip Balm | APIVITABurt's Bees Beeswax and Honey Lip Balm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 61% | 61% | 59% |
| Price | $4.18 | — | — | $16.03+$11.85 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 8 | 7 of 8 | 7 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | — | Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil | Beeswax |
| Irritancy | High | High | High | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
"Burt's Bees - Pomegranate Lip Balm Tube" is effective for: Moisturizing
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Burt's Bees" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
Price
The product retails from 6.30CA$ up to 9.47CA$ in Canada, for 5.99A$ in Australia and from 3.37£ up to 4.49£ 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 16 studies and safety reviews.
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