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Beezin'
Beezin' is the practice of applying Burt's Bees brand lip balm, often menthol or peppermint flavored, to one's eyelids. This practice, besides causing a stinging in the eyes, is purported to induce or heighten the sensation of being drunk or high, or create a state or perceived state of enhanced alertness. Some commentators have claimed that the practice is not widespread as claimed or is entirely made up, an example of a moral panic. Dangers Peppermint oil in the product is an eye irritant, with a potential to develop into a full-blown inflammatory response requiring treatment. Beezin' can also cause dermatitis in skin areas around the eyes. It has been suggested that Beezin' can also cause pinkeye as well as being a Gateway drug theory, gateway to riskier behaviors. References {{reflist 2010s fads and trends ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lip Balm
Lip balm or lip salve is a wax-like substance applied to the lips to moisturize and relieve chapped or dry lips, angular cheilitis, stomatitis, or cold sores. Lip balm often contains beeswax or carnauba wax, camphor, cetyl alcohol, lanolin, paraffin, and petrolatum, among other ingredients. Some varieties contain dyes, flavor, fragrance, phenol, salicylic acid, and sunscreen. Overview The primary purpose of lip balm is to provide an occlusive layer on the lip surface, sealing in moisture and protecting the lips from external exposure. Dry air, cold temperatures, and wind all have a drying effect on skin by drawing moisture away from the body. Lips are particularly vulnerable because the skin is so thin, and thus they are often the first to present signs of dryness. Occlusive materials like waxes and petroleum jelly prevent moisture loss and maintain lip comfort while flavorings, colorants, sunscreens, and various medicaments can provide additional, specific benefits. Lip balms a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |