How to Make Citrus Lip Gloss

Organic, beeswax lip balms can be very expensive. Make the same thing in your own home in no time at all for a fraction of the cost.

Beeswax lip balm is great for your lips but it can taste a little funny. Try this refreshing citrus lip gloss, which will keep your lips soft and moist just like regular beeswax lip gloss. You can find all the ingredients to make this tasty cosmetic in a health or organic foods store. In this article, we will discuss how to make citrus lip gloss.

Things You'll Need

• 3 tablespoons sweet almond oil
• 2 teaspoons beeswax pearls
• 1 teaspoon aloe vera gel
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 8 drops of vitamin E oil
• 4 drops lemon essential oil
• 3 drops tangerine essential oil
• Large pot
• Spoon
• Electric mixer
• Small glass jars

Instructions

How to Make Citrus Lip Gloss

1. Melt the beeswax and the almond oil on the stove. Keep the heat on medium and stir constantly to keep the beeswax from scorching while it melts. You are done melting when there are no lumps left in the mixture.

2. Stir in honey and vitamin E. Use the spoon for this step. Everything should mix together to form a creamy, yellowish liquid.

3. 

   Beat in the aloe vera gel and the essential oils.For denser lip gloss, use the spoon for this step as well. For gloss with a lighter, fluffier texture, whip the mixture with the electric mixer.

4. Pour the lip gloss mixture into the glass jar. It will take several hours to set up. Store it in a cool, dry place and use it whenever you feel like your lips need a little extra protection.