How to Make Lip Balm

Making your own lip balm couldn’t be easier. Our lip balm is a melt-and-pour base, so it really is dummy-proof, just melt and pour. Perfect for dry winter lips, and a lovely small gift or product to sell.

Method

1. Pop the lip balm base into a small heat-safe jug or pot.
2. Gently melt it on the stove over low heat until liquid.
3. Stir in a little lip-safe flavour or fragrance if you like.
4. Pour into your lip balm containers and leave to set. That is it!

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Tips & variations

Once you have made your lip balm, here are a few ways to get a great result and make it your own.

• Pour just below boiling so the balm stays smooth, and work quickly as it sets fast.
• Add a little extra butter for a softer balm, or more wax for a firmer one.
• Store in a cool, dry spot and use clean, dry hands or a spatula to keep it fresh.

Make it your own: change the fragrance or essential oil, or tweak the colour to suit the season.

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