How to Make All-Natural Lip Balm
Need an activity for a sleep over? Or maybe the perfect stocking stuffer? Keep reading to learn how to make a cute, creamy, all-natural homemade lip balm.
Materials Required:
-> Beeswax
-> Jojoba Oil
-> Shea Butter
-> Vitamin E Oil
-> Raw Honey
Table of Contents
Instructions
Prepare Double-Boiler: Place a pot of water over the stovetop set to high heat. Place metal or heat-resistant bowl in pot. Watch for boil.
Prepare Containers: Remove caps from empty lip balm containers. Place containers in an upright position.
Measure Ingredients: Measure a 1:1:1 ratio of beeswax, jojoba oil, and shea butter.
Combine Ingredients: Place all measured ingredients into double-boiler and let them come to a melt. Mix melted ingredients to combine.
Add-ins: Remove bowl from pot and add in 5-8 drops of Vitamin E oil. If honey is desired add 1/8-1/4 tsp. Essential oils or herbs may also be added at this time.
Pour Mixture: Carefully pour completed mixture into the prepared containers. Fill until desired.
Allow time to set: Give time for lip balm to set; this can be 15-20 minutes in room temperature. Cap when set.
Recipe makes 4-5 standard tubes
-> Chapstick containers
-> Heat source
-> Metal or heat-resistant bowl
-> Spoon for mixing
Additional Tips
Storage: Do NOT store the balm in direct sunlight or high heat. Chapstick is susceptible to melting, thankfully the strong beeswax keeps it held together. Store in a dry, cool space.
Shelf Life: Finished balm can be kept for up to 12 months. Adding honey can shorten lifespan by 6-9 months.
FAQ's
Can I set the balm in the fridge?
Yes, you can set the balm in the fridge. It will take 5-10 minutes in the fridge; however, keep watch for cracks as the beeswax may solidify too quickly.
Can I add honey?
Yes, but it may separate or have an uneven distribution throughout the batch.
Is there preservatives?
No, there are no preservatives in this balm. All listed ingredients are considered to be natural.
Is there anywhere else that I can apply it?
Yes! You can dab a little bit on rough or dry patches of skin. Tame a few frizzy pieces of hair with a thin swipe. Maybe you'd like to add Tea Tree to the balm and apply a little under your nose on sniffly nights.
Information on Ingredients
Beeswax
Beeswax is a natural hardener; it provides structure to the lip balm and gives it stability. The more beeswax you use, the firmer the balm will be. You can substitute beeswax with candelilla wax (vegan) or soy wax (vegan).
Jojoba Oil
Jojoba oil protects your lips while deeply moisturizing them at the same time. Jojoba does not clog your pores unlike coconut oil, so avoid that as a substitute. Better substitutes are as follows: Camellia seed oil, argan oil, or sweet almond oil.
Shea Butter
Providing a creamy texture, shea butter provides anti-inflammatory and healing effects due to its fatty acids and the vitamins A, E, and F. For a substitute use either mango butter, cocoa butter, or maybe babassu oil.
Vitamin E Oil
Vitamin E is great for the skin as it shields skin cells from sun damage, helping lips, and skin in general, remain youthful in appearance. Vitamin E promotes healing in skin and can even reduce wrinkles.
Raw Honey
Not only does it add sweetness to the flavor of your balm, but it draws moisture from the air making adding an extra kick of moisture to your lip balm!
Need an activity for a sleep over? Or maybe the perfect stocking stuffer? Keep reading to learn how to make a cute, creamy, all-natural homemade lip balm.
Saves you money from buying new containers
Keeps plastic out of landfills
Creates a one-of-a-
kind balm container
II. Additional Tips
Storage & Shelf Life
and FAQ's
III. Information on Ingredients
Why is an ingredient used?
and possible substitutions
I. How to make Lip Balm
Materials Required
Instructions