Can I use essential oils in lip balm?

Yes! You can use any essential oils in your lip balm. Just be sure they are good high grade oils. Be careful of not using too much of a “hot” oil.

Which essential oil is best for lip balm?

The most popular essential oils for lip balm include wintergreen, peppermint, orange, lime, lemon, vanilla, grapefruit, and lavender. These oils are the most recommended for helping people deal with the annoyance and discomfort of chapped lips.

Can you use lavender essential oil in lip balm?

Some other good essential oils that are safe to use in lip balm are: lavender, sweet orange, clove (use very little as it’s warming and strong), tea tree (use very little as it’s strong), spearmint, mandarin, lime and of course peppermint and lemon.

How much essential oil do I add to chapstick?

The rule of thumb is: Use approximately half as much candelilla wax as beeswax, when making recipe substitutions. This means that the formula now becomes: 3 parts carrier oil, 1/2 part candelilla wax, 1 part solid butter and 1 to 2 drops of essential oil per tablespoon (or 1/2 ounce) of ingredients.

Can you use tea tree oil in lip balm?

Coconut & Tea Tree Oil Lip Balm – This delightful and effective lip balm only requires four ingredients: beeswax, coconut oil, vitamin E oil and two to three drops of tea tree oil. The tea tree oil works to fight bacteria, meaning this balm will last and last.

Can you use food extracts in lip balm?

Number One Rule: Always use lip safe flavors and colorants! Fragrance oils are not approved for use on lips and not all colorants are okay for lips. Extracts, from the store in the baking section, usually will not mix with your oils/wax mixture. Food coloring does not mix into oils and waxes.

Which oil makes lips pink?

Almond oil replenishes the lips and prevents it from getting chapped while lemon acts as the natural bleaching agent that lightens the lips and makes them naturally supple and pink.

Is lemon essential oil good for lips?

With high antioxidant levels, lemon extracts can help your lips stay luscious by preventing free radicals from damaging the collagen in your lips, keeping your pout plump and pretty.

What oils go in lip gloss?

For the base of your lip gloss, you’re going to need coconut oil, beeswax, and Vitamin E (I just got the capsules). Coconut oil. There are LOTS of different coconut oils on the markets these days, so take your pick.

How do you make lip balm with 3 ingredients?

3 Ingredient Lip Balm Recipe Ingredients

1. 1 tablespoon natural beeswax pastilles.
2. 2 tablespoon organic sweet almond oil.
3. 2-3 drop therapeutic grade organic peppermint essential oil.

Can you 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.

How do you make lip balm without beeswax or Vaseline or shea butter?

If you prefer not to use beeswax or you just don’t have it on hand, you can still make an awesome lip balm or gloss! Coconut oil, shea butter, honey, and castor oil can all be used in various proportions to make a solid, hydrating lip gloss. Try a simple honey lip balm with coconut oil or shea butter, for instance.

What oils are safe for your lips?

Natural oils such as coconut oil, grape seed oil, tea tree oil, neem oil, almond oil and jojoba oil are excellent moisturisers. They are very gentle too and so perfect for your lips. Since coconut oil is widely available, use it as your base.

Why is my lip balm too soft?

Pro Tips. If your lip balm is too soft, re-melt it and add more beeswax. If it is too hard, re-melt and add more oil. You can also adjust your recipes with the seasons: harder lip balms are better for warm summer weather and softer lip balms are great during colder times of year.

How much vitamin E oil should I put in lip balm?

Lip Balm Recipe: 2 Tbsp beeswax pellets. 4 Tbsp coconut oil. ½ tsp Vitamin E oil.