Can I make lip balm with just coconut oil?
Obviously you can just smear some coconut oil on your lips all on its own to soothe chapped lips, but if you take five minutes and a few supplies that you probably already have, then you can bring it to a whole other level. You’ll need: Coconut oil, preferably organic, virgin, and unrefined.
What supplies do you need to make lip balm?
Supplies
- 1 teaspoon beeswax.
- 1 teaspoon fractionated coconut oil.
- 1 teaspoon shea oil or olive oil.
- 3 to 5 drops tocopherol (vitamin E) – optional.
- 6 to 8 drops peppermint essential oil – optional.
- Heat-safe container.
- Plastic dropper.
- 2 lip balm tubes.
How do you make lip balm with coconut oil without beeswax?
Mixing a Hydrating Lip Balm. Add castor oil, shea butter, and coconut oil to a small pan. Pour in 1 tablespoon (15 mL) each of castor oil and shea butter. Measure out 2 tablespoons (30 mL) of coconut oil, and add that to the pan, too.
What is the best natural lip balm?
Aloe vera gel, olive and coconut oil are some of the best natural lip moisturizers. Exfoliating is a great way to to get rid f dry, flaky skin from your lips. This prepares a smooth base for your moisturizing balm. Gently run your toothbrush over your lips a few times after brushing your teeth.
What are the ingredients for lip balm?
Castor oil: Castor oil is made from castor beans and has long been used in various medicines.
How is lip balm made?
Lip balm is made from a combination of oils and solid that blend to create a mixture that is spreadable, but it is not liquefied. The oil makes the balm soft and moisturizing, the beeswax helps to stiffen it and the essential oil adds scent.
