All Natural, Easily Made, Lipbalm
Eight dollars. For a tube of wax and oil. I say, absolutely not. Somebody needs to teach the people how to make their own.
So here we are.
When you SEE how simple it is to make your own and when you feel alchol-free lipbalm, you'll never waste your money again! You're literally paying these companies to DRY YOUR LIPS OUT! They ALL contain one form of alcohol or another and THIS is what keeps you in the loop of "Chapstick addiction".
This works better, lasts longer, and costs pennies to make. And the best part?
It’s only three ingredients. NO CHEMICALS!!! Just three natural ingredients! That’s it. Seriously.
Ingredients You Need
1. Candelilla Wax
This is a vegan alternative to beeswax. It’s much harder and more brittle than beeswax, which is why it makes such a long-lasting, smooth lip balm.
(If you want to use beeswax instead, use about half the amount — beeswax is softer.)
2. Shea Butter
This gives your lip balm that creamy, silky feeling.
3. Coconut Oil
Makes it softer, more spreadable, and keeps your lips moisturized.
Measurements:
- 1 tablespoon candelilla wax
- 1 tablespoon shea butter
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
How to Make It (Step-by-Step)
1. Melt the Wax First
Candelilla wax takes longer to melt than anything else. If it doesn’t fully melt, you’ll get tiny hard pieces in your lip balm — nobody wants that. Melt it completely before adding anything else.
2. Add the Shea Butter & Coconut Oil
When the wax is fully melted, add the shea butter and coconut oil. Let everything dissolve until it’s completely smooth.
3. Turn Off the Heat & Let It Sit 10 Minutes
This is the trick that makes your balm smooth. Turn the heat off and let the mixture sit for 10 minutes so all the tiny micro bits melt evenly.
4. Keep Water Out!!
If you used a double boiler (homemade or real), wipe the bottom of your container before pouring. Any water in your balm can cause mold or rancidity.
5. Pour Into Empty Lip Balm Tubes
You can buy packs of empty chapstick tubes online. Pour carefully — if you spill, it wipes up easily.
6. Let Them Cool Completely
Do not put caps on until they are fully solid. Once cooled, cap them and they’re ready to use.
Optional Add-Ins (If You Want to Get Fancy)
- A drop or two of peppermint essential oil
- Vanilla extract (Real- not imitation because it contains water)
- A tiny bit of honey (very very tiny)
- Mica powder for tinted balm
- Vitamin E oil as a preservative
Cost Breakdown
One batch makes several tubes, your ingredients last months, and each tube costs around 10–20 cents. No chemicals, no alchol, no fillers, no nonsense.
Final Thoughts
This is one of the easiest, most foolproof DIY recipes you’ll ever make. It’s cheap, fast, and works better than anything from the store. Once you make your own, you’ll never go back to $8 lip balm again.
Safety Note: I am NOT a medical professional. Please research ingredients, check for allergies, and confirm pet safety. Use gently and at your discretion.
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