Beeswax & Vitamin E Lip Balm Recipe
This blog post will provide you with a recipe for a natural beeswax and vitamin E lip balm that is easy to make at home. The recipe yields around 1.5 oz of lip balm and takes approximately 20 minutes of prep time and 2 hours of cooling time. The lip balm is suitable for everyday use and will leave your lips feeling moisturized and healthy.
Equipment
- a double boiler
- A small mixing bowl
- A small spatula
- Lip balm tubes or containers
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp beeswax pellets
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 tbsp shea butter
- 1 tsp sweet almond oil
- 1 tsp vitamin E oil
- 10-15 drops of your favorite essential oil (optional)
Instructions
- In a double boiler, melt the beeswax, coconut oil, and shea butter over low heat.
- Once melted, remove from heat and stir in the sweet almond oil, vitamin E oil, and essential oil (if using).
- Pour the mixture into lip balm tubes or containers and let cool for 2 hours.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of essential oil you use to achieve your desired scent.
- This lip balm can be stored at room temperature for up to 6 months.
- Apply the lip balm to your lips as needed throughout the day.
- For best results, apply the lip balm before bed to allow for maximum absorption.
- Moisturizing: The beeswax and shea butter in this lip balm recipe provide deep hydration, leaving your lips feeling moisturized and soft.
- Protection: The vitamin E oil in this recipe helps to protect your lips from damage caused by free radicals.
- Natural ingredients: By using natural ingredients, you can avoid potentially harmful chemicals found in store-bought lip balms.
- Customizable: This recipe can be customized by using your favorite essential oils to achieve your desired scent.
- Cost-effective: Making your own lip balm at home is cost-effective and can save you money in the long run.