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Summer DIY Lip Balm (a.k.a. butterfly kisses lipbalm)

You will have "soft as butterfly" lips with this homemade Summer DIY Lip Balm recipe. This is my summer formula that will hold up better in the heat versus my winter recipe which is heavier on the coconut oil (that has a lower melting temperature.) Made with natural ingredients, you can easily create your own lip balm that is very nourishing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp cocoa butter
  • 2 tbsp beeswax pellets
  • 3 tbsp coconut oil
  • 1 tbsp shea butter
  • 1 tbsp sweet almond oil carrier oil
  • 3 drops vitamin E oil
  • small lip balm containers or tubes I used 0.5oz round containers and also 3/16oz tubes.
  • 8-10 drops essential or flavor oil for a hint of scent/flavor. Visit Nature’s Flavors for a wide variety of natural and organic essential oils.

Disclaimer:

Nutritional Information is provided as a courtesy only and should be viewed as an estimate. Ingredients can vary with brands and size and Inspiration Apron makes no guarantees to the accuracy of this information.

Instructions
 

  • For an easy cleanup, lay down a sheet of waxed paper first, then remove lids and place containers on paper.
  • Add everything except vitamin E (and if you are using a flavor/essential oil) to a small pot. Heat on stovetop over medium heat, stirring often until everything is melted and transparent.
  • Remove from heat and add Vitamin E oil and essential/flavor oil (if using) and stir well.
  • While mixture is hot and transparent, transfer into a pour spout measuring cup (or something comparable) and carefully fill containers to the top.
  • Let cool completely before adding the lid on (or moisture will get trapped inside and create water droplets pooling on top which would compromise the shelf life.)
  • If giving as gifts, add an information label to lid so recipients will know what ingredients were used as well as the shelf life (see note below.)
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