Burt's Bees Sun Protecting SPF 8 Lip Balm with Passion Fruit
Works for
1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 8 · 1 UV filter · Partial spectrumNo real protectionSPF too low
This product does not offer sun protection, or it is very low.
This product can be considered "reef safe" because it does not contain the UV filters (oxybenzone and octinoxate) that can be harmful to coral reefs when present in the water in high concentrations.
MoisturizingLanolin, Beeswax + 8 moreStrong evidence
“Give your lips natural sun protection and moisturizing care with Burt's Bees Sun Protecting SPF 8 Lip Balm with Passion Fruit.”
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
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Aroma, Parfum + 7 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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Cera alba~22–33%
- 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 albaBeeswax~5.5–8.2%
- 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 BeeswaxCocos nucifera oil~4.5–6.7%
- 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 oilPrunus amygdalus dulcis oil~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilRicinus communis seed oil~2.8–4.2%
- 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 oilAroma~1.8–2.7%
Parfum~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLanolin~1.3–2%
- 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 LanolinPassiflora incarnata extract~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Passiflora incarnata extractCarthamus tinctorius seed oil~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation
More about Carthamus tinctorius seed oilTocopherol~0.5–1.15%
- 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~0.3–0.75%
- 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~0.35–0.8%
- 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~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Canola oilAlumina~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
The same compound that is used safely in dental implants and bone cements. In cosmetics, it is used to improve the consistency of products
More about AluminaAmyl cinnamal~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Cinnamyl alcohol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citral~0.15–0.5%
Coumarin~0.1–0.45%
Limonene~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.1–0.4%
Parfum~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumTitanium dioxide3.99%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideBeeswax~0.2–0.8%
- 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 BeeswaxCocos nucifera oil~0.15–0.65%
- 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 oilPrunus amygdalus dulcis oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilRicinus communis seed oil~0.2–0.75%
- 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 oilParfum~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLanolin~0.3–0.7%
- 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 LanolinPassiflora incarnata fruit extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carthamus tinctorius seed oil~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation
More about Carthamus tinctorius seed oilTocopherol~0.1–0.4%
- 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~0.05–0.25%
- 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~0.1–0.45%
- 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~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Canola oilIngredient list view
Cera alba, Beeswax, Cocos nucifera oil, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Ricinus communis seed oil, Aroma, Parfum, Lanolin, Passiflora incarnata extract, Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, Tocopherol, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Glycine soja oil, Canola oil, Alumina, Amyl cinnamal, Cinnamyl alcohol, Citral, Coumarin, Limonene, Linalool, Parfum, Titanium dioxide, Beeswax, Cocos nucifera oil, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Ricinus communis seed oil, Parfum, Lanolin, Passiflora incarnata fruit extract, Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, Tocopherol, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Glycine soja oil, Canola oil
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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 BeesSun Protecting SPF 8 Lip Balm with Passion FruitYOUR PRODUCT | LanolipsLip Ointment SPF30 - Rose | Ultra VioletteBejewelled Sheen Screen™ SPF 50 Hydrating Lip Balm | Elizabeth ArdenEight Hour Nourishing Lip Balm SPF20 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 57% | 51% | 50% |
| Price | $3.97 | $10.50+$6.53 | — | $14.99+$11.02 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 10 | 5 of 10 | 3 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Oxybenzone | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter | Petrolatum |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| SPF | SPF 8 | SPF 30 | SPF 50 | SPF 20 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
"Burt's Bees - Sun Protecting SPF 8 Lip Balm with Passion Fruit" does not provide enough UVA protection. UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage the skin, leading to early signs of aging and pigmentation issues.
Sunscreen filters
This lip sunscreen is a mineral sunscreen. It uses titanium dioxide for sun protection. Titanium dioxide almost never irritates the skin or stings eyes, but it can leave a white cast.
Irritation risk
This lip sunscreen contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this lip product to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 3.97$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
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