Ingredient glossary

Clear definitions of what goes into our lip balms. Direct answers for shoppers and researchers.

BeeswaxLearn more →: Beeswax gives BennyBee balms their structure, controlled glide, and comfortable barrier feel without turning the formula greasy.
Plant Oils: Coconut Oil, Sunflower Oil, and other plant oils help soften the wax base, improve glide, and create a conditioned everyday feel.
Coconut OilLearn more →: A rich emollient oil that helps balm spread smoothly while keeping the texture creamy and comfortable.
Sunflower OilLearn more →: A lightweight plant oil commonly rich in linoleic acid, chosen for soft conditioning without a heavy finish.
Jojoba OilLearn more →: Technically a liquid wax ester, jojoba adds clean glide and light conditioning without a heavy finish.
Shea ButterLearn more →: A rich plant butter that helps leave skin and lips feeling soft and conditioned.
Vitamin ELearn more →: Tocopherol helps slow oil oxidation and supports formula consistency in small amounts.
Preservation and surfactants: Different formulas need different support ingredients. Water-based products require responsible preservation, while balm formulas do not use water.