Burt’s Bees Matte Stick - Review and Swatches

When it comes to eco-friendly simple makeup no one does it better than Burt’s Bees. Their new Matte Sticks ($10.99 ea) are 100% natural - made with a nourishing blend of jojoba, cocoa butter and kokum to keep lips smooth, soft and smooch-worthy.

When you don’t want to wear heavy, solid shades these lipsticks are a great option for quick summer looks. In the nude category from left to right and light to dark your options are - 410 Rippling Rose, 420 Muted Mauve, 425 Buttery Blush and 430 Canyon Creek.

The mineral rich pigment provides light to medium coverage with a sheer, shine-free finish. If you like tinted balms that soften and condition dry skin, you’ll love these! They feel great and last for hours without feathering or flaking. 

There are 12 shades available with undertones for every complexion and the supple, lightweight formula makes lips appear plump and healthy with a natural flush.

In the pink and red range you have – 465 Rhubarb Rapids, 450 Rush of Raspberries, 455 Liquid Ruby and 460 Crimson Cascade.

The lipsticks are not as creamy as they look so the color does not glide on adequately in a single swipe. It took several layers to achieve the vibrancy I wanted and the finish is much better if your lips are smooth and exfoliated.

The purple and browns remind me of fall – 475 Liquid Honey, 480 Mulberry Mist, 440 Lilac Lagoon and 470 Puddle Plum.

Matte Sticks are great for work, travel and everyday wear. Find this cute collection at burtsbees.ca, Walmart, Shoppers Drug Mart, health food stores, Whole Foods and more.

Swatches from left to right (my favorites have a star* beside them): Lilac Lagoon, *Crimson Cascade, Liquid Honey, Rhubarb Rapids, Liquid Ruby, *Puddle of Plum, Butter Blush, *Rush if Raspberry, Mulberry Mist, *Canyon Creek and Melted Mauve. 

NEW Burt’s Bees Natural Body Wash

Life can be stressful and chaotic so many of us develop coping methods to prevent mid-week meltdowns. Some people like to meditate while others choose to take their frustration out on the treadmill or yoga mat. I enjoy soothing showers to clear my mind and relax before bed. The warm water and comforting steam has a calming effect and I always emerge feeling refreshed.

To make bath time more enjoyable, Burt’s Bees has created 3 nourishing formulas that are 98.7% natural and plant-based. The moisturizing ingredients keep skin healthy and there are no parabens, phthalates, SLS or petroleum.

On Monday mornings when you feel like crawling back into bed, Energizing Citrus Ginger helps perk you right up. The invigorating scent awakens the senses while gentle bubbles cleanse and soften dry skin.

Rosemary Lemon smells like a luxurious spa with uplifting aroma therapy benefits. To alleviate tired muscles, pour some shower gel in the bath under running water and get comfy as the botanical extracts pamper your body.

Before bed use the Calming Lavender & Honey blend. The tranquil fragrance prepares you for a good night’s sleep while ridding the skin of dirt, oil, and impurities. There is nothing artificial, irritating or drying – just a lightweight, stress reliving lather that makes you want to put on your pajamas and get under the covers.

The body washes retail for $12.49 each at well.ca, London Drugs, Shoppers Drug Mart, Walmart and amazon.ca.

Burt’s has also improved their satin lipstick formula to include more hydration and smoother application.

Enriched with moringa and raspberry seed oil, the pigments are 100% natural and made from 60% recyclable material.

There are 18 rich hues to choose from including pink, coral, nude, mauve and berry tones. The lipsticks look and feel more like a lightweight, tinted balm with a glistening finish that conditions for hours.

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Burt’s Bees Lipstick Review – New Shades

If you’re on the hunt for juicy, moisturizing color, the Burt’s Bee’s Lipsticks combine vivid pigment with the comfort and healing power of a nutritive balm. The new shades are exactly my style - seductive and rich with a pop of mild pink.

Infused with a conditioning blend of Moringa Oil, Raspberry Seed Oil and Vitamin E, the formula is 100% natural with a smooth satin finish that hydrates and protects. I love the cute honeycomb tubes but the lipsticks don't retract all the way down so be careful when recapping. 

The lightweight color glides on effortlessly and drenches lips in dewy moisture for hours of softness and comfort. The pigmentation may not be full-coverage or opaque but the finish is vibrant with a hint of glistening shine. No need to worry about chapping or peeling because the luscious oils rejuvenate dry skin and the color lasts a few hours before fading into a pretty stain.

Left to right: 533 Orchid Ocean, 522 Crimson Coast, 524 Wine and 513 Doused Rose

The berry tones range in intensity from light, medium and deep for all occasions and seasons.

For a lighter look, Doused Rose is soft, feminine and flattering.

The lipsticks retail for $9.99 each and Burt’s Bees is available at drugstores nationwide and online at burtsbees.ca.