Burt's Bees Rescue Lip Relief, Honey Vanilla, Hydrating Lip Balm for Dry Cracked Lips, with Responsbily Sourced Beeswax and Shea Butter, 100% Natural Origin, 1 Squeezy Tube, 0.35oz Review
Our verdict
A budget-friendly, natural-origin lip balm from a well-trusted brand, built around beeswax and shea and cocoa butter to target extremely dry, cracked lips.
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Anyone with dry, cracked lips who wants an affordable, natural-origin balm from a brand with a long track record, and does not mind a Honey Vanilla scent.
Skip if
You need a vegan balm, since this contains beeswax, or you prefer an unscented product without added flavor.
- Priced 45% below the category median ($9.96 across 112 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.5/5
4.5 average across 2,100 owner ratings
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Popularity3.2/5
2,100 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 Rescue Lip Relief in Honey Vanilla, a 0.35 oz squeezy tube priced at $5.49. The label lists it as a hydrating lip balm built for dry, cracked lips, with a 100% natural origin claim and a formula centered on responsibly sourced beeswax and shea butter.", 'The special ingredients list adds cocoa butter alongside the beeswax and shea butter, and the product is labeled paraben-free, phthalate-free, petrolatum-free, and SLS-free. It has a melting temperature of about 93 degrees Fahrenheit and is not listed as heat sensitive, so it should hold its shape in a bag or car on an average warm day rather than turning liquid.', "With more than 2,100 reviews and a 4.5 star average, plus about 100 units bought in the past month, this balm has a solid, consistent track record that fits Burt's Bees' reputation as a mainstream natural skin care brand."]
Pros
- Backed by a well-established, widely trusted natural skin care brand
- Formula centers on beeswax, shea butter, and cocoa butter
- Free of parabens, phthalates, petrolatum, and SLS
- Not heat sensitive at a 93 degree Fahrenheit melting point, so it travels well
- Affordable at $5.49 for the tube
Cons
- Contains beeswax, so it is not a vegan formula
- Small 0.35 oz tube means more frequent repurchasing
- Honey Vanilla flavor will not suit those who want an unscented balm
Performance notes
Beeswax forms a protective, occlusive layer that helps seal in moisture, while shea butter and cocoa butter are rich emollients that can soften rough, cracked skin on the lips. Together with the natural origin and free-from claims, this formula is built for the kind of intense relief the listing describes for extremely dry, cracked lips. The 93 degree Fahrenheit melting point and non-heat-sensitive listing suggest it should stay in balm form rather than softening too much in a warm pocket or bag.
What buyers say
A 4.5 star average across more than 2,100 reviews, with around 100 units bought in the last month, points to a steady, dependable performer rather than a short-lived trend. That volume of feedback is a meaningful signal for a budget lip balm in a crowded category.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Burt's Bees Rescue Lip Relief vegan?
No. Beeswax is listed as a special ingredient alongside shea butter and cocoa butter, so this formula is not suitable if you are looking for a vegan lip balm.
Does this balm have a strong scent?
It is flavored Honey Vanilla, which gives it a noticeable scent and taste. If you prefer a neutral or unscented lip balm, this particular version may not be the right fit.
Will this balm melt in a hot car or bag?
The listing gives it a melting temperature of about 93 degrees Fahrenheit and does not flag it as heat sensitive, so it should generally hold its shape in typical warm-weather conditions, though very high heat can still soften any balm.