Burt's Bees Lip Balm - Vanilla Bean, Lip Moisturizer With Responsibly Sourced Beeswax, Tint-Free, Natural Origin Conditioning Treatment, 2 Tubes, 0.15 oz. Review
Our verdict
A tint free, vanilla scented balm built on beeswax, shea butter and cocoa seed butter, with a near perfect rating across one of the largest review counts in this category.
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Fans of a warm vanilla scent who want a straightforward, tint free, conditioning balm for dry lips.
Skip if
You want a tinted or SPF balm, or you prefer unscented, unflavored formulas.
- Priced 36% below the category median ($9.96 across 112 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.8/5
4.8 average across 48,600 owner ratings
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Popularity4.9/5
48,600 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other anti-aging skincare: serums, night creams, facial peels, wrinkle patches and anti-aging devices we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
["This is Burt's Bees' Vanilla Bean lip balm, sold as a 2 tube pack for $6.39. The formula combines beeswax, shea butter and cocoa seed butter with vanilla tahitensis and vanilla planifolia fruit extracts, giving it a warm vanilla scent alongside a nourishing, tint free finish.", 'At about $3.20 per tube, it sits in the middle of the pricing range for this category, and the formula is cruelty free and free of parabens and phthalates. Because it is tint free, it works as a straightforward daily balm rather than a color product.', 'With a 4.8 rating from nearly 49,000 reviews, it is one of the highest rated and most reviewed balms in this batch, reflecting consistent satisfaction across a large buyer base.']
Pros
- Beeswax, shea butter and cocoa seed butter combine for a rich, nourishing base
- Warm vanilla scent from two vanilla fruit extracts rather than added flavoring alone
- Tint free, so it will not leave color on the lips
- Cruelty free and free of parabens and phthalates
- Backed by nearly 49,000 ratings at a 4.8 average
Cons
- No SPF included
- Cocoa and shea butters can feel heavier than a lighter gel based balm
- Vanilla scent will not appeal to everyone
Performance notes
Beeswax forms a protective barrier over the lips, while shea butter and cocoa seed butter add emollient richness meant to help nourish dry skin between applications. The vanilla extracts mainly contribute scent rather than acting as treatment ingredients. Because the formula is tint free, it is built for conditioning rather than color, which sets it apart from the brand's tinted lip products.
What buyers say
A 4.8 rating from nearly 49,000 reviews places this among the most reviewed and highest rated balms in this roundup, indicating broad and consistent satisfaction over a long track record.
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Frequently asked questions
Does this balm leave any tint or color?
No. It is described as tint free, so it functions as a straightforward conditioning balm rather than a lip color product.
What gives it the vanilla scent?
Vanilla tahitensis fruit extract and vanilla planifolia fruit extract provide the scent, alongside a base of beeswax, shea butter and cocoa seed butter.
How many tubes are in the pack?
The pack includes 2 tubes at 0.15 oz each.