(WKRN) – A popular lip balm has become part of an emerging trend called “beezin. '” Teens are using Burt's Bees Beeswax Lip Balm on their eyelids in an effort get high. Those who have taken part in beezin' say the peppermint oil causes a tingling and burning sensation, which creates a sensation of being drunk or high.

How long does it take for Burt's Bees to make you high?

It takes about 15 seconds to notice the effects of beezin', but after that it's a trip, man. Two weeks later I was beezin' again. It wasn't long until I was menthol-izing my eyes on back-to-back days. I started beezin' to fend off boredom.

Does Burt's Bees peppermint make you feel high?

The peppermint oil found in the balm creates a tingling sensation that some teens say enhances the feeling when they are already drunk or high. Others say its a way to keep them alert after a long night. Because teens do not get high from its application alone, the practice may seem benign.

How does beezin feel?

It's simply an irritant due to the peppermint oil,” she said. “It's just sort of a tingling sensation in the eyelid. If there's some that runs into the eye, they can feel a burning sensation in the eye.” Murphy said beezin is not toxic or even potentially fatal, but she hopes parents discuss it with their teens.

Can you get high off Burt's Bees?

'” Teens are using Burt's Bees Beeswax Lip Balm on their eyelids in an effort get high. Those who have taken part in beezin' say the peppermint oil causes a tingling and burning sensation, which creates a sensation of being drunk or high. Others have said it helps them stay alert.

Can You Get High From Putting Lip Balm on Your Eyelids?

Can Burt's Bees Hemp get you high?

Our Hemp Collection

And again, the Hemp Seed Oil we use in our Hemp products is not psychoactive, so they won't intoxicate you. (They do have a fresh Basil and Verbena scent, though, which is its own kind of intoxicating.)

Is Burt's Bees chapstick addictive?

There's no good evidence that lip balm is chemically addictive — in that it causes withdrawal symptoms if you stop. And there's no evidence that it dries out your lips, forcing you to use more over time.

How long does Burt's Bees last?

Our cosmetic products are intended to last three years from date of manufacture, which can be determined by reading the lot code. We recommend that products be used within 12 months after opening and it's best to store products out of extreme temperatures and direct sunlight, if possible.

What does CBD lip balm do?

When used in a lip balm, CBD extract works to moisturize dry, damaged lips. "CBD is very nourishing and has anti-inflammatory properties that can help soothe chapped skin," says Claudia Mata, co-founder of Vertly.

How do you get high off Burt's Bees chapstick?

Oklahoma City's Fox-25 reports that teens are now getting a new kind of “buzz” by applying Burt's Bees lip balm to their eyelids. Naturally, they're calling it “Beezin” and apparently it adds to the experience of already being drunk or high by adding an additional tingling sensation. Others say it keeps them alert.

Is Burt's Bees supposed to burn?

Physicians warn that using the lip balm on one's eyelids could cause potential health effects including inflammation in the eye and swelling. That's due to the peppermint oil in the product, which causes a burning sensation.

Can I put Burts Bees in my nose?

Made with purified water, salt, and aloe, this convenient bottle allows you to safely moisten little noses, and flush away mucus and irritants. The Burt's Bees Baby Saline Spray and Drops is consciously crafted and a hypoallergenic solution to soothe and comfort your little ones.

Why does Burt's Bees work so well?

Beeswax is naturally antibacterial and antimicrobial, and conditions the skin and traps moisture, helping lips to stay hydrated and protected (via Burt's Bees Dermatology). Vitamin E, one of the ingredients, is an antioxidant that both moisturizes and protects lips from environmental damage.

Is Burt's Bees or Carmex better?

the Burt's Bees Beeswax Lip Balm has cuter packaging and natural ingredients, but Carmex has a better price, and targets more concerns (arguably more effectively). Although they are remarkably similar, if forced to choose between the two, we choose the Carmex Classic Lip Balm.

What does Burt's Bees lip balm do?

Description. Burt's Bees Moisturizing Lip Balm nourishes and makes your lips feel luxurious. Infused with power packed Beeswax to condition skin and antioxidant Vitamin E to richly moisturize and soften lips, this lip balm nourishes dry lips while keeping them revitalized and hydrated.

Is Burt's bee good for acne?

Naturally Powerful: Salicylic Acid from Willow Bark

The type Burt's Bees uses in its acne products comes directly from the bark of the black willow tree. Willow bark extract is a powerhouse of natural beta hydroxy acids—not just salicylic acid—and, collectively, these acids help exfoliate skin and fight acne.

Is it OK to use expired lip balm?

For any lip product, we recommend using it for only a year after it's been opened. Expired chapstick can have bacteria and fungus, which can cause skin issues and irritation, especially if your skin is sensitive.

Does Burt's Bees chapstick dry out your lips?

While the formulation of this product does contain moisturizing ingredients, it also contains ingredients that are known to potentially trigger allergic contact dermatitis of the lips, including flavors and lanolin. This is why I don't recommend this product for those with dry, chapped lips.

Are there steroids in chapstick?

Medicated chapsticks may also include a small dash of topical steroids — which will ease inflammation and redness, but can also, with enough use, cause skin to become addicted to the so-called treatment, more inflamed, and vulnerable to infection.

Can you become dependent on lip balm?

Cross that worry off your list. Lip balm has no ingredients that can cause dependency. And ingredients in these products can't short-circuit your skin's ability to make natural moisture. Yet dermatologists still get questions about lip balm addiction and lips that stay dry despite regular balm use.

Can you lick ChapStick?

Likewise, licking your lips before applying balm can lock in saliva, leading to skin breakdown, he says. Another reason balm gets a bad rap is that most people misunderstand how these products work. While some have mild moisturizing properties, lip balms aren't meant to absorb into your skin like a body lotion.

Can you fail drug test using hemp lip balm?

CBD products from hemp sold in retail stores and online aren't supposed contain more than 0.3 percent THC, or tetrahydrocannabinol, the compound in marijuana that can get you high. It's also possible that over time, the small amounts of THC allowed in CBD products could build up in the body to detectable levels.

Can you get high off of Hempz lip balm?

Hempz Won't Get You High

Our products might give you a rush, but they won't get you high. We use hemp seed oil and extracts without any tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the consciousness-altering compound in marijuana. So you can safely use our products on people of all ages who want healthy and hydrated skin and hair.

Does Burt's Bees hemp have CBD?

About Burt's Bees CBD Products

All of the company's CBD ingredients are sourced from hemp that's grown and harvested in Colorado, using the most sustainable, organic agricultural practices. Another important note about Burt's Bees CBD products: All of them are rigorously third-party tested.