Burt's Bees Sensitive Hand And Body Lotions
Works for
MoisturizingHelianthus annuus seed oil, Glycerin + 8 moreWorks
“NATURAL ORIGIN INGREDIENTS Shea moisture lotion, a 98.9% natural origin formula, including Aloe, Shea Butter and Oats in a formula that is fragrance-free, non-irritating and fast-absorbing”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
avena sativa kernel flour, glycerin.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: butyrospermum parkii butter, helianthus annuus seed oil.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Helianthus annuus seed oil~6.9–8.5%
- 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 oilGlycerin~4.4–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinCetyl alcohol~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholZea mays starch~2.5–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Used to thicken the product's consistency
More about Zea mays starchAvena sativa kernel flour~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of colloidal oatmeal. Can contain potent antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds. Is effective in supporting skin barrier
More about Avena sativa kernel flourAloe barbadensis leaf juice~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceButyrospermum parkii butter~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterHydrolyzed jojoba esters~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed jojoba estersJojoba esters~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersKaolin~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
More about KaolinLecithin~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinXanthan gum~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCitric acid~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSucrose stearate~0.45–0.7%
Zinc oxide~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant
More about Zinc oxideSodium pca~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaSucrose polystearate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sucrose polystearateGlyceryl laurate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and has an anti-microbial effect helping to preserve product formulations
More about Glyceryl laurateSodium stearoyl lactylate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl lactylatePotassium sorbate~0.15–0.25%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Glycerin, Cetyl alcohol, Zea mays starch, Avena sativa kernel flour, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Hydrolyzed jojoba esters, Jojoba esters, Kaolin, Lecithin, Xanthan gum, Citric acid, Sucrose stearate, Zinc oxide, Sodium pca, Sucrose polystearate, Glyceryl laurate, Sodium stearoyl lactylate, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Phenoxyethanol
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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 BeesSensitive Hand And Body LotionsYOUR PRODUCT | CetaphilRestoraderm Eczema Soothing Moisturizer | Balea MedUltra Sensitive Body Lotion with Panthenol | SheaMoistureOat Milk & Rice Water Baby Extra Comforting Lotion | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 36% | 35% | 34% |
| Price | $21.99 | $12.42−$9.57 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 9 | 3 of 9 | 4 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Colloidal Oatmeal | Panthenol | Oatmeal Extract |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Burt's Bees - Sensitive Hand And Body Lotions" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (sodium pca 0.25% - 0.50%, avena sativa kernel flour 2.20% - 2.70% and glycerin 4.40% - 5.40%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Burt's Bees" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 6A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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