How to Make Your Own Lip Gloss Without Beeswax

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Put the petroleum jelly (or Vaseline) in a small microwave-safe bowl.

   Use as much as you wish to make lip balm (at least a tablespoon, up to four tablespoons).
   
   Remember that more petroleum jelly makes a sheerer balm and less petroleum jelly makes the color a bit more visible. , Add it slowly until you obtain the desired color.
   
   Optional:
   Make many lip balms of varied colors.
   
   Clean out a small makeup palette (for children) and use the palette tray for molding the differently colored balms. , If it is not fully blended, the lip balm will not work. , Microwave for 10 seconds and no longer.
   
   It should not be melted, just soft and warm. ,, It will now be ready for use. ,
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   Step 2: Add the chosen color.

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   Step 3: Stir until thoroughly blended.

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   Step 4: Put the ingredients into the microwave.

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   Step 5: Transfer the slightly melted balm ingredients into an old lip balm container or a small tin.

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   Step 6: Freeze for 25 minutes.

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   Step 7: Enjoy your new lip balm.

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