Burt's Bees Beeswax Lip Balm Versus Carmex Medicated Lip Balm Tube
Updated on February 07, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe lip moisturizers. They have a total of 1 ingredients in common
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens and oils
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Ingredient Info
Burt's Bees Beeswax Lip Balm 10 ingredients
Carmex Medicated Lip Balm Tube 12 ingredients
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Burt's Bees Beeswax Lip Balm 10 ingredients
Carmex Medicated Lip Balm Tube 12 ingredients
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Lanolin is a wax secreted by animals with wool, such as sheep. It is a waterproof emollient.
Emollients help soften and moisturize the skin by creating a film. This film prevents moisture from escaping, helping the skin stay hydrated.
Unlike true fats, lanolin contains sterol esters instead of glycerides. It also contains fatty acids and alcohols.
Because lanolin comes from an animal, it is not considered vegan. Sheets secrete lanolin through sebaceous glands to help protect their skin from the environment.
The answer to this question depends on the brand itself. Being cruelty-free means a brand does not experiment or harm animals. We recommend looking into how brands source their lanolin. Lanolin is cruelty-free if it is gathered without harming the animal.
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Burt's Bees Beeswax Lip Balm 10 ingredients
Carmex Medicated Lip Balm Tube 12 ingredients
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Burt's Bees Beeswax Lip Balm 10 ingredients
This is honestly my HG chapstick (me and 80% of the rest of the world) and I have to have one near me at all times.
...But I have to admit I *do* think it causes acne if it migrates away from my lips, and sometimes I even break out around my lip line.
But I literally don't care, I don't want to give up this chapstick.
I don't love the peppermint as a skincare ingredient, but it gives the Show more
Not the best at hydrating even with regular usage
Carmex Medicated Lip Balm Tube 12 ingredients
Initially worked OK, but I developed painful red cracks at the corners of my mouth after a few uses.
It works fine but when I kiss my boyfriend he tastes like the industrial district... not a fan... or even if I get a little in my mouth. Just way too strong. Even the scent is suffocating.
