Making homemade lip balm :)

As I came into the process late, I don't have pictures of Mommy and Glory Melting

the ingredients.... but here is what I got :)

                                              1/4 t cocoa powder....

2 T beeswax

                                                  2 T shea butter or Cocoa butter

15 drops of peppermint essential oil,

                                                              2 T coconut oil


                                  Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 2 tablespoons shea butter or cocoa butter
• 2 tablespoons beeswax
• 15 drops essential oil of choice
• 1/4 t cocoa powder

Instructions

1. Melt coconut oil, shea or cocoa butter and beeswax in a double boiler.
2. Remove from heat.
3. Stir in  essential oils of choice. Dip the end of a spoon into the mixture and let it harden for a few seconds. Test the  scent with your finger or on the skin of your wrist to make sure you like it. Add more if needed.
4. Use a pipette or glass dropper to quickly transfer the mixture to the lip gloss containers or whatever container you are using.
5. Let cool for 1 hour. Cap and use as needed.

Makes Approx 12 tubes


             

 It is very Interesting, and watch out because it sets really fast!

Thats all for now! Have fun! ~Susannah Joy~