Lip balm is not on my “NEED TO WEAR” list. Mascara and concealer are (as well as underwear). Lip balm–meh. I wear lipstick, lip gloss, etc. so I sort of feel like my lip care needs are being met by those myriad of products.
What I do love, however, is a tinted lip balm. Something with a dash of low pigment color that I can slather on and not worry about coloring inside the lines.
Awhile back I read a mention of Burt’s Bees Replenishing Lip Balm with Pomegranate Oil and was intrigued. It looked slightly tinted, but not overly so and has the Burt’s Bees name behind it. The next time I ran across it in the store, I scooped one up.
I tried it that next morning and really liked it. If you’re familiar with Burt’s Bees original Beeswax Lip Balm, you’ll know that that product has a minty smell. The Replenishing Lip Balm doesn’t, however, the scent is not off putting; just different than the original. Both feel equally smooth and non-waxy on the lips, making it a great first layer before adding lipstick.
With the slight tint, I find that I notice the hint of color more after the first application, first thing in the morning. Later in the day, the color–for whatever reason–is less noticeable. It could be because I’ve already worn a stronger shade of lipstick or lipgloss, I’m not sure.
Also, should you put lip balm on before you go to bed–the tint is not something you need to worry about rubbing off onto your sheets at night. Again, after a good teeth-brushing, I’ve put a bit on before heading to bed. We have white sheets and I’ve never noticed a smear of whatnot when I wake up in the morning.
I find it a great alternative to the original lip balm and I think you’ll like too. I recommend.
So that you can try this product out for yourself, Live Well Spend Well will send one winner their own tube of Replenishing Lip Balm along with a small parcel of other Burt’s Bees goodies.
To enter, leave a comment on this post. If you refer others here and they tell us you sent them (”Amy sent me!”), both you and the person you referred will get a BONUS entry.
You can also receive extra entries by following us on Twitter (@livespend) and by mentioning this contest by typing: “Great Burt’s Bees giveaway@livespend (insert link) pls RT.” Comment back with a link to your tweet and consider that extra entry yours.
Giveaway will run until August 14, 2009 11:59 EST. For full information on how giveaways are run, please see the Disclosure Policy.
Burt’s Bees Replenishing Lip Balm with Pomegranate Oil, price varies but almost always under $3.00, found at burtsbees.com, drugstore.com and Target stores.
Samantha Jo Campen
I LOVE THIS STUFF! Makes me feel human if I’m out running errands without make-up and decent clothes.
August 7th, 2009 @ 2:38 pm
Bridget
Ooh, definitely sounds worth a try. I’m addicted to lip balm and carry one in my purse, one on my nightstand, and one in my pocket so that it’s always handy.
August 7th, 2009 @ 2:48 pm
Erin 'Ed' Donahue
I love what Burt’s does for my lips, but I don’t like the minty smell, which I why I don’t use on a regular basis. I’d love to check out the tinted balm!
–ed
P.S. Here’s my tweet link! http://twitter.com/creepyed/status/3182376668
August 7th, 2009 @ 2:49 pm
Bridget
Made a mention on Twitter too!
“Great Burt’s Bees giveaway@livespend”
August 7th, 2009 @ 2:51 pm
NGS
Well, I’m a Blistex loyal user, but I’ll try anything once, especially if it’s free!!
August 7th, 2009 @ 4:16 pm
Mike Patt
Samantha loves all the Burt’s Bee stuff she has tried so enter me in the
contest so I can be as happy as she is!!!!
August 7th, 2009 @ 5:53 pm
Martha
Ooooh, I would LOVE this!!
August 7th, 2009 @ 6:03 pm
Jenn
I love Burt’s Bee products. I am a fan of the original lip balm and cuticle cream
August 7th, 2009 @ 8:10 pm
Lisa G.
I would love to try this!
August 7th, 2009 @ 9:08 pm
Tracy S.
I love Burt’s Bee’s tinted balms . . . and here’s my tweet: http://twitter.com/tracystew/status/3195953098
August 8th, 2009 @ 1:23 pm
Green
Burt’s Bees lip stuff is great, and is sold at like, every Walgreens. So much easier to buy than having to go to a major department store and fight through crowds.
August 8th, 2009 @ 2:35 pm
Live a Colorful Life
I always wondered about the lip balm. I’ll give it a try. Although getting for free would be even better.
August 8th, 2009 @ 3:11 pm
Carrie
I love Burt’s Bees! The cuticle salve is the best!
August 10th, 2009 @ 7:25 am
Bridget
Just came across the Burt’s Bees with pomegranate oil at Schuler’s and bought a tube. It feels great and smells delicious !!! :-)
August 10th, 2009 @ 1:20 pm
dee
I pretty much love anything by Burt’s Bees and pretty much live with a tube of lip balm attached to my hands!
August 10th, 2009 @ 3:18 pm
Jen
I LOVE Burt’s Bees! Their lip balm is definitely the best ever.
August 10th, 2009 @ 3:59 pm
Jen
I tweeted! http://twitter.com/centsandthecity/status/3232227724
August 10th, 2009 @ 4:04 pm
Margare Imecs
I’m following and tweeted, amazing giveaway!!! @margaretimecs
August 10th, 2009 @ 5:11 pm
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August 10th, 2009 @ 5:20 pm
tammy whalen
I just love to use Burts Bee. I need to use a lip balm all the time since I live in the Canadian Rockies. Can’t live without it!
August 10th, 2009 @ 6:13 pm
Emily B.
I’ve actually never tried Burts Bees products. They look great… not sure why I keep passing them by!
August 11th, 2009 @ 1:33 pm
melinda
Hmmm… well, I’m usually a Chapstick girl, but I do generally enjoy Burt’s Bees products. Maybe I’ll give this one a try…
August 11th, 2009 @ 2:49 pm
jenn
Sounds awesome, would love to try it out! :)
August 11th, 2009 @ 8:59 pm
marian
I love burtbees products and would love to win this giveaway. It’s difficult to find all of the lovely products burtbees offers where I live. My fingers are crossed.Marian
August 11th, 2009 @ 10:46 pm
helen
My sister Marian told me about this giveaway and I had to enter I adore burtbees.
I really like burtbees chapstick and carrot cream. Greetings from Canada.Helen
August 11th, 2009 @ 10:47 pm
Tania
I love Burt’s Bees products. I am a huge chapstick addict and his is the bestest.
August 13th, 2009 @ 1:02 am
Tania
I am following you on Twitter (tjb415) and I tweeted: http://twitter.com/tjb415/status/3281590241
August 13th, 2009 @ 1:05 am
Katie A
Sounds great — I’d love to try it!
August 13th, 2009 @ 8:23 am
Taryn
Yay for Burt’s Bees! I LOVE their baby products, too. You guys should review those sometime. They’re the only things that don’t make my daughter’s skin dry. And I think I deserve a little something for myself. ;)
August 13th, 2009 @ 9:15 am
Toni
Gotta Love Burt’s Bees!! Thanks for the chance :)
August 13th, 2009 @ 7:28 pm
Kirsten
I am a self-admitted chapstick addict…and I love Burt’s Bees cuticle stuff! Sign me up for this one!
August 14th, 2009 @ 12:25 am
iheartgreen
Yay for Burt’s Bees.
August 14th, 2009 @ 9:34 am