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Peppermint DIY Lip Balm
"I love this lip balm because the peppermint essential oil keeps my lips soft and prevents chapped lips. It's easy to make and makes a few tubes at a time, so you'll never be without lip balm."
Estimated CostUnder $10
Time to CompleteUnder an hour
Primary TechniqueCandlemaking/Soapmaking
HolidayWinter
Materials List
- 1.5 tablespoons beeswax
- 1 tablespoon organic coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon shea butter
- 2 tablespoons sweet almond oil
- 20 drops peppermint essential oil
- Lip balm tubes
How to Make Your Own Lip Balm
DIY Peppermint Chapstick
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Melt beeswax, coconut oil, and shea butter in a double boiler.
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Remove from heat. Add sweet almond oil and stir well.
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Add peppermint essential oil and stir well.
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Pour in to lip balm tubes. Let cool for 24 hours before capping.
NotesDo not use direct heat to melt the beeswax. Always use a double boiler.
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