Burt’s Bees Lip Crayons (WIN A SET)

If you think Burt’s Bees then the first thought that comes to mind is probably their lip balms – but did you know there’s actually a whole range of colour products too? Including these newly launched Burt’s Bees Lip Crayon shades. And (as you’re about to see) they’re pretty ace. Oh, and did I mention you can win a set to find out exactly how ace all for yourself? Just take a little scroll and have a read…

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So as I mentioned, these are the new shades and there are six of them. Ranging from nude, to pink to even a deep burgundy shade. You would think that maybe with them being crayons they would lack pigment – and they do vary – but the colour pay off is strong, especially in the darker shades, which is more often where some products will fall down.

A little about the formulation, in typical Burt’s Bees style it’s about caring for your lips as well as adding a dose of colour with these. They contain Jojoba Oil, Shea Butter and Kendi Oil. The best bit? They’re 100% natural – if you have ever contemplated the amount of lipstick or lip product you might have accidentally eaten…and how they’re often packed with things you really would rather not eat…this 100% natural element is a major plus. Also, the crayon design is that perfect easy-to-apply on the go shape that means you can do it on the tube or bus without fear of clown face. Packaging wise, there’s a simple touch of the honeycomb design around the clear lids too – so you can easily see the shade and has that ‘Burt’s Bees’ signature) and they twist up, so no need to sharpen.

The six shades are (in order above L-R): Carolina Coast (423), Sedona Sands (405), Redwood Forest (411), Napa Vineyard (435), Hawaiian Smoulder (429), Niagara Overlook (417).

Left (top to bottom): Carolina Coast (423), Sedona Sands (405), Redwood Forest (411). Right (top to bottom): Napa Vineyard (435), Hawaiian Smolder (429), Niagara Overlook (417)

The six shades are all very easy to apply, feel hydrating but not sticky – just like wearing a balm rather than full lipstick. These are perfect if – like me – your lips are prone to being a bit dry. I love that even though it’s considered a lighter type of lip product, you don’t necessarily have to scrimp on colour – especially if you go for a shade like the Napa Vineyard deep red. That’s one that’s so impressively pigmented you might actually want to apply with a lip liner first to get that precise edge.

Shade wise and picking favourites…well, interestingly when I was trying these out my least favourite was Niagara Overlook. I just wasn’t sure the shade was right on me, but now looking at it in photos and I’m very much changing my mind?! Overall I think my favourite has to be Hawaiian Smolder. A rosy pink that does give that ‘my lips buy better’ (oh how I love that expression) look. I also like the shade Sedona Sands as a simple nude option – a shade I’ve been opting for over the past week. So basically what I’m trying to say is I like almost all of these shades and I can’t make decisions…

But now for the really exciting bit – you can win yourself a set of these fab Burt’s Bees Lip Crayon Shades – just enter using the widget below. Make sure you also follow @BurtsBeesEU on Instagram to keep up to date with their latest launches and #LifeInColour inspiration.

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