Bee Beautiful: DIY Honey Lip Balm Recipes You’ll Love HB-2.07
As the colder months approach, keeping your lips nourished and moisturized is essential. With raw honey as the star ingredient, you can create your own natural lip balm at home. Not only is honey deeply hydrating, but it also contains antioxidants that can repair chapped lips and protect the skin. Here are two variations of DIY raw honey lip balm recipes that you can easily whip up with simple, skin-nourishing ingredients.
Recipe 1: Classic Honey Lip Balm
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon carrier oil (choose from sweet almond, olive, sunflower, avocado, jojoba, or virgin coconut oil)
- 2 teaspoons beeswax pellets
- ½ teaspoon shea butter
- ¼ teaspoon raw honey
- (Optional) 3 drops peppermint or vanilla essential oil
Instructions:
- Combine Ingredients: In a small heat-safe bowl, combine the carrier oil, beeswax, and shea butter.
- Melt Ingredients: Create a double boiler by placing the bowl over a saucepan with water. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the beeswax has melted and all ingredients are combined.
- Cool Rapidly: Remove the bowl from heat and place it in a larger bowl filled with ice water. This rapid cooling prevents the shea butter from becoming gritty. As the mixture begins to solidify, stir in the raw honey and essential oil (if using).
- Pour into Container: Once combined, pour or spoon the mixture into a 1-ounce lip balm container, such as a small tin or glass jar. Let it cool completely before sealing the container.
Application Tip: Apply generously as needed to soothe dry, cracked lips.
Recipe 2: Luxurious Cocoa Honey Lip Balm
For a richer, more indulgent option, this version adds cocoa butter to the mix, providing a subtle, delicious scent and extra moisturization.
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon beeswax pellets
- 2 tablespoons cocoa butter
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon shea butter
- 2 tablespoons sweet almond oil
- ¼ teaspoon raw honey
- (Optional) 3 drops of peppermint or vanilla essential oil
Instructions:
- Melt Ingredients: Combine the beeswax, cocoa butter, coconut oil, shea butter, and almond oil in a small heat-safe bowl. Place the bowl over a saucepan filled with simmering water to melt the ingredients.
- Cool and Add Honey: Once melted, remove from heat and place the bowl in a larger bowl of ice water. Stir in the raw honey and essential oil as the mixture cools and begins to solidify.
- Spoon into Container: Pour or spoon the mixture into small metal tins or glass containers. Allow it to cool completely before use.
Application Tip: This recipe is perfect for gifting and lasts up to 8 months when stored in a cool, dry place.
Why Raw Honey is Great for Lip Balm
Raw honey offers numerous benefits:
- Humectant Properties: It draws moisture to the lips, keeping them soft and hydrated.
- Antioxidants: Honey’s natural antioxidants help repair damaged skin.
- Soothing: It can calm irritated or chapped lips, especially during the colder months.
Tips for DIY Lip Balm Success:
- Use food-grade ingredients, as the balm will be applied to your lips.
- Avoid citrus essential oils if you plan to spend time in the sun.
- For best results, store the lip balm in small tins or glass jars rather than tubes, as the balm has a soft texture.
These recipes are quick and easy to make, ensuring your lips stay soft and healthy all season long. Whether you’re looking for a simple balm or a luxurious, cocoa-scented treat, these DIY lip balms make a great addition to your skincare routine!