Reviewed: Burts Bees Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream

We put the Burts Bees Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream to the test after receiving a complimentary sample from the brand. Keep reading for our full product review.

I’ve always had a thing for cuticle products. When I fly, it is one of the very first products I pack in my purse for a post-landing refresh (right alongside face mist, hand lotion, and eye drops). I admit, a cuticle cream is not as sexy as a resurfacing mask or a scientifically advanced moisturizer, but wow, it replenishes your hands in a way that is impossible to forget once youve experienced it.

So, naturally, when I had the opportunity to test drive Burt’s Bees’ iteration of this underrated beauty staple, I was more than happy to oblige.Below, find my full take on their lemon butter cuticle cream.

About My Skin: Dry from frequent hand washing

At this point, no matter what degree of dryness your skin usually is, it’s probably much drier now due to the fact that everyone is washing their hands more frequently. While my skin has never been so parched that I’ve had to seek out extreme remedies, these days, my hands are more often than not on the drier side of the spectrum. Like most, right now, I can definitely appreciate any product that restores some hydration.

The Feel: Buttery delight

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True to its name, the Burts Bees Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream has a buttery, smooth texture. Though it’s densely packed into the tin, the product massages evenly into the skin for a result that’s instantly softer and well-moisturized. In the past, I’ve typically used oil on my cuticles, but this cream is less greasy and absorbs quicker.

The Ingredients: Natural and effective

The Burt’s Bees Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream is all-natural and uses delicious-sounding (and smelling) ingredients that work wonders for brittle nails and dried-out skin.

Sweet almond oil and cocoa seed butter: Moisturizes and softens cuticles and nails.
Vitamin E and sunflower oil: Nourishes brittle nails and improves nail health.
Lemon oil: Leaves a zesty clean scent that’s as refreshing as the hydration factor.

How to Apply: Massage into nails

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Open the tin and massage the cuticle cream over each cuticle. Rub the product into your nail bed as well—especially if they are brittle. You can use this on your fingernails and toenails. You can let the product sit and absorb, or wash your hands after. Use as often as needed.

The Results: Replenished in less than a minute

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If you’re the kind of person who lives for a before-and-after moment, get yourself this cuticle cream. My hands went from looking like they belonged to the Crypt-Keeper to replenished and glowing in less than 30 seconds. Plus, a little goes a long way, which means a single tub can rescue your cuticles from many dry moments to come.

The Value: The cost of a latte

There’s no denying that the Burts Bees Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream is worth every penny. At $6 a tin, it doesnt take much commitment to give this secret weapon for dry cuticles a try, and the instant nourishment it provides honestly makes it a steal.

What to Look For: Active Ingredients

When buying cuticle cream, it is important to consider your skin care needs. Burt’s Bees Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream is great for dry, brittle cuticles and nails. If your cuticles are also inflamed, you may want to consider using a cream that has antibiotic or antifungal ingredients. If you are trying to grow your nails longer, a cuticle cream that has ingredients such as rosemary oil may help.

Many people love the lemon scent of Burt’s Bees, but if you don’t you can find cuticle creams that are unscented or have a different scent. Natural oils such as argan oil, coconut oil, or jojoba are also great ingredients for keeping cuticles and nails moisturized.

Similar Products: Youve got options

French Girl Nail & Cuticle Oil: This luxurious roller from French Girl ($24) is packed with nourishing oils including argan, pomegranate, jojoba, and hemp. It’s also got rosemary, which stimulates nail growth and offers antibacterial benefits.
Tenoverten The Rose Oil: Key ingredients for Tenovertens all-natural vial of cuticle nourishment ($26) include jojoba, argan, pomegranate, sweet almond, hemp, and rose flower oils, as well as vitamin E and horsetail extract. It’s almost like getting a manicure at the Tenoverten salon, which makes it great for an indulgent DIY experience.

Specs

Product Name


Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream

Product Brand


Burts Bees

Price


$6.00

Weight


0.6 oz.

Full Ingredient List

Prunus amygdalus dulcis (sweet almond) oil, beeswax, citrus medica limonum (lemon) peel oil, theobroma cacao (cocoa) seed butter, euphorbia cerifera (candelilla) wax, beta-carotenerosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf extract, tocopherol, helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil, glycine soja (soybean) oil, canola oil, vegetable oil.

Natural ingredients

Refreshing lemon scent

Affordable

Moisturizes and softens cuticles

Convenient size and packaging

Nourishes brittle nails

Not a vegan formula

May stain white clothing or sheets

There’s no reason not to get the Burt’s Bees Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream—it’s affordable, effective, and instantly improves the appearance of your hands.

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Editor’s Note: We reviewed this article on September 20, 2023. As per our editorial policy, we are constantly updating our content, to make sure it reflects the best of the best when it comes to beauty, wellness, and fashion. We want to assure our readers that we still stand by our recommendations, which we do.

Best for: Any skin type.

Uses:Moisturize and soften cuticles.

Star Rating: 4.9/5

Potential allergens: None

Active ingredients:Vitamin E, lemon oil

Price: $6

About the brand:Burt’s Bees prides itself on offering beauty and skincare products that feature ingredients from nature. They don’t test on animals and the company has several sustainability initiatives, including landfill-free operations, being certified carbon neutral, and offsetting their annual water consumption through watershed restoration projects.

The Burts Bees Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream is the kind of product that you don’t realize how much you need it until you’ve allowed it into your life. It instantly enlivens your hands and is a small-but-significant form of self-care. Dont put off trying a product like this any longer, and your cuticles will thank you as soon as you start using it.