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DIY Lip Balm

If you have dry, chapped lips or just want a natural lip balm, you’re in the right place. Making lip balm at home saves money, helps you avoid harsh chemicals and preservatives, and lets you customize your ingredients.
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Course: DIY Beauty Product
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 12 lip balms
Author: Carolyn Thomas

Equipment

  • Stirring Utensil
  • Double Boiler
  • Syringe
  • Lip Balm Containers

Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons beeswax
  • 1 ⅓ Tablespoons cocoa butter
  • 1 ⅓ Tablespoons coconut oil
  • essential oils optional (see recommendations in the notes below)

Instructions

  • Add beeswax, coconut oil and cocoa butter to a double boiler. 
  • Gradually bring the heat up until the water is boiling. 
  • Turn to low heat so the water simmers until the oils and wax have melted completely. 
  • Carefully remove from heat (your container will likely be hot) and stir in essential oils until well combined. 
  • Using a syringe or the spout on your heat-proof container, pour the wax and oil mixture into the prepared lip balm containers of your choice. 
  • Let cool and harden before placing lids on the top.

Notes

Essential Oil Combinations for Lip Balm

Lip balm can be soothing and healing all on its own, but adding essential oils can bring added benefits. Homesteading Hack: When making lip balm, always source quality food-grade essential oils.
  • Calming Lavender – Lavender is great for calming, making it perfect for a soothing lip balm. (Source) Its scent helps you relax and unwind, providing a great way to end your day. Add 10-15 drops of lavender essential oil to your mix.
  • Refreshing Peppermint – For a bright scent, try peppermint. It feels cooling and gives your lips a slight plumpness. Use 10-15 drops for a refreshing touch.
  • Sweet Orange – Sweet orange essential oil is loved for its fruity scent and contains antioxidants that are good for the skin (Source.) Add 10-15 drops of orange essential oil for a fresh scent.
  • Fall Spice – Enjoy the classic aroma of fall by combining 7 drops of clove bud oil with 15 drops of sweet orange. 
Homesteading Hack: Citrus oils are phototoxic and can cause your skin to burn more easily. They should not be used on the skin when exposed to sunlight. They are best used indoors or with limited sunlight exposure.
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