How to Make Honey Lip Scrub
Microwave a spoonful of honey., Stir in a little natural oil., Add a spoonful of sugar., Rub the mixture onto your lips., Leave on for up to two minutes., Rinse off with warm water., Store the rest of the lip scrub., Adjust the ratio of...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Microwave a spoonful of honey.
Start with 1 tbsp (15mL) honey.
Microwave it for about 20 seconds, until the honey is mostly liquid.This makes it easy and fast to mix in the sugar. -
Step 2: Stir in a little natural oil.
Stir in 1 tsp (5mL) oil to keep your lip scrub smooth and help moisturize your lips.
Olive oil, jojoba oil, and almond oil are popular options that keep the lip scrub light. , Stir in 2 tsp (10mL) sugar, an exfoliant that scrapes away dead skin.
Most people prefer brown sugar, which can be a little softer than white granulated sugar.
If you have sensitive or sore lips, use superfine (caster) sugar instead, which has extra-small, gentle grains.
Your lips themselves carry very little dead skin.A little exfoliation might help, especially if the skin around your lips is flaky, but moisturizing is often more important.This scrub does both.
If all of your sugar dissolves, just add in more until the mixture is a little gritty. , Dip a clean finger or cotton swab into the scrub, making sure you pick up some sugar grains.
Gently rub this over your lips for about 10 seconds.Some of the sugar might dissolve, while other grains will sit on top of your lips. , Exfoliation should only take a few seconds, but the scrub can also moisturize your lips and soothe cracks and sores. , We won't tell anyone if you decide to lick it off instead.
Once it's gone, check out your lips in the mirror.
Hopefully, they look fresher and feel smoother.
If you're looking to keep your lips moisturized long-term, apply homemade lip balm after rinsing. , An old eyeshadow or lip balm case will work perfectly, although sterilizing is recommended to avoid germs.Depending on how fresh your oil was, this usually lasts about one or two weeks in the fridge before it becomes moldy or rancid.
If the honey crystallizes, just place the container in a shallow bowl of hot tap water until the honey melts.
Honey is a natural preservative, making this safer than most homemade scrubs.It is much less effective when diluted, so don't expect an oil-heavy recipe to last too long., There are many variations on this recipe, and it all comes down to personal needs.
If you're not satisfied with the scrub, try these changes:
If your lips are extra-dry, add another 2 tsp (10mL) oil.If your lips are sore or rubbed raw, mix in more honey until the scrub feels soft against your lips.
If your lips still feel flaky after scrubbing, try a lip balm first.
You can try to add more sugar to the scrub instead, but this can backfire by making your lips raw and damaged. , Shea butter or coconut oil contain beneficial fats that add smoothness and flexibility to skin and lips.Whip the product to make it smoother, then stir 1 tsp (5mL) into your lip scrub — or replace the oil completely.If these feel too greasy to you, try jojoba oil or another light, extra-moisturizing oil.
Petroleum jelly's not a great choice for a lip scrub, since the lips won't absorb it.It's better in a lip balm, where it sits on top of your lips and stops moisture from evaporating. , Is it possible to make sugar and honey even more delicious? Answer the question by stirring in ⅛ tsp (0.6mL) vanilla extract, or another food-safe extract.
These extracts do contain alcohol, which can dry out your lips., Essential oils can add a great scent and possible health benefits, but many can burn your lips or even poison you if ingested.Check with a doctor or an experienced herbalist before adding one to your lip balm.
If you do find a safe option, just stir in two or three drops (or 1–2 drops per tbsp/15mL of lip scrub).Lavender, sweet orange, and green mandarin essential oils are typically safe for lips.Peppermint, spearmint, cornmint, and tea tree oils are popular choices, but should never be used on young children.
Overuse can also dry out your lips."Synthetic Flavor Oils" are non-natural alternatives that are generally safe for lips. -
Step 3: Add a spoonful of sugar.
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Step 4: Rub the mixture onto your lips.
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Step 5: Leave on for up to two minutes.
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Step 6: Rinse off with warm water.
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Step 7: Store the rest of the lip scrub.
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Step 8: Adjust the ratio of ingredients.
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Step 9: Switch to a heavier oil for extra moisture.
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Step 10: Flavor the scrub with vanilla extract.
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Step 11: Add essential oils cautiously.
Detailed Guide
Start with 1 tbsp (15mL) honey.
Microwave it for about 20 seconds, until the honey is mostly liquid.This makes it easy and fast to mix in the sugar.
Stir in 1 tsp (5mL) oil to keep your lip scrub smooth and help moisturize your lips.
Olive oil, jojoba oil, and almond oil are popular options that keep the lip scrub light. , Stir in 2 tsp (10mL) sugar, an exfoliant that scrapes away dead skin.
Most people prefer brown sugar, which can be a little softer than white granulated sugar.
If you have sensitive or sore lips, use superfine (caster) sugar instead, which has extra-small, gentle grains.
Your lips themselves carry very little dead skin.A little exfoliation might help, especially if the skin around your lips is flaky, but moisturizing is often more important.This scrub does both.
If all of your sugar dissolves, just add in more until the mixture is a little gritty. , Dip a clean finger or cotton swab into the scrub, making sure you pick up some sugar grains.
Gently rub this over your lips for about 10 seconds.Some of the sugar might dissolve, while other grains will sit on top of your lips. , Exfoliation should only take a few seconds, but the scrub can also moisturize your lips and soothe cracks and sores. , We won't tell anyone if you decide to lick it off instead.
Once it's gone, check out your lips in the mirror.
Hopefully, they look fresher and feel smoother.
If you're looking to keep your lips moisturized long-term, apply homemade lip balm after rinsing. , An old eyeshadow or lip balm case will work perfectly, although sterilizing is recommended to avoid germs.Depending on how fresh your oil was, this usually lasts about one or two weeks in the fridge before it becomes moldy or rancid.
If the honey crystallizes, just place the container in a shallow bowl of hot tap water until the honey melts.
Honey is a natural preservative, making this safer than most homemade scrubs.It is much less effective when diluted, so don't expect an oil-heavy recipe to last too long., There are many variations on this recipe, and it all comes down to personal needs.
If you're not satisfied with the scrub, try these changes:
If your lips are extra-dry, add another 2 tsp (10mL) oil.If your lips are sore or rubbed raw, mix in more honey until the scrub feels soft against your lips.
If your lips still feel flaky after scrubbing, try a lip balm first.
You can try to add more sugar to the scrub instead, but this can backfire by making your lips raw and damaged. , Shea butter or coconut oil contain beneficial fats that add smoothness and flexibility to skin and lips.Whip the product to make it smoother, then stir 1 tsp (5mL) into your lip scrub — or replace the oil completely.If these feel too greasy to you, try jojoba oil or another light, extra-moisturizing oil.
Petroleum jelly's not a great choice for a lip scrub, since the lips won't absorb it.It's better in a lip balm, where it sits on top of your lips and stops moisture from evaporating. , Is it possible to make sugar and honey even more delicious? Answer the question by stirring in ⅛ tsp (0.6mL) vanilla extract, or another food-safe extract.
These extracts do contain alcohol, which can dry out your lips., Essential oils can add a great scent and possible health benefits, but many can burn your lips or even poison you if ingested.Check with a doctor or an experienced herbalist before adding one to your lip balm.
If you do find a safe option, just stir in two or three drops (or 1–2 drops per tbsp/15mL of lip scrub).Lavender, sweet orange, and green mandarin essential oils are typically safe for lips.Peppermint, spearmint, cornmint, and tea tree oils are popular choices, but should never be used on young children.
Overuse can also dry out your lips."Synthetic Flavor Oils" are non-natural alternatives that are generally safe for lips.
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