Want a fun, easy, and budget-friendly DIY project? Try making your own peppermint lip balm. This recipe is one of my favorites to give as a gift! It leaves the lips feeling super soft, smooth, and refreshed, plus you get to control exactly what goes in it.
This recipe makes about 25 lip balms, so you’ll have plenty to gift or keep for yourself all year long!
Ingredients:
- Peppermint leaves and carrier oil (for infused oil; optional but recommended!)
- 25 drops peppermint essential oil
- 1 tablespoon peppermint-infused oil (or plain carrier oil if skipping infusion)
- ¼ cup beeswax
- ½ cup shea butter
- Lip balm containers (you can use tubes or tins)
How to Make Peppermint Lip Balm – Instructions:
1. Make Your Peppermint-Infused Oil (Optional)
If you want to enhance the natural minty essence, infusing your oil with peppermint leaves is a great first step. Simply:
- Combine dried peppermint leaves with a carrier oil (like almond oil, jojoba oil, or coconut oil) in a small jar.
- Let the mixture sit in a warm, sunny spot, shaking the jar occasionally.
- Strain out the leaves, and your infused oil is ready to use!
If you’re in a hurry, skip this step and use plain carrier oil.
2. Melt the Ingredients
In a double boiler (or a heat-safe bowl set over a pot of simmering water), combine:
- 1 tablespoon infused oil
- ¼ cup beeswax
- ½ cup shea butter
Heat gently, stirring occasionally, until everything is fully melted and combined. Avoid overheating to preserve the nourishing properties of the ingredients.
3. Add Peppermint Essential Oil
Once the mixture is melted and smooth, remove it from heat and stir in 25 drops of peppermint essential oil. This gives your lip balm its refreshing minty flavor and cooling sensation. Mix well to distribute the essential oil evenly.
4. Pour into Containers
Carefully pour the mixture into your lip balm containers. (A small funnel or a pipette can make this step less messy!) Work quickly, as the mixture will start to solidify as it cools.
5. Let It Set
Allow the lip balm to cool and harden completely, this usually takes a few hours. Once set, pop the lids on your containers, and they’re ready to use or gift!
These lip balms make amazing gifts for friends, family, or coworkers. Add a personalized label or tie a little ribbon around the container for an extra-special touch. It’s a thoughtful, handmade present that everyone will love.
Peppermint Lip Balm
Ingredients
- Peppermint Leaves and Carrier Oil (Optional for infused oil)
- 25 drops Peppermint Essential Oil
- 1 tbsp Infused Oil Peppermint Leaves and Carrier Oil Combined
- 1/4 cup Beeswax
- 1/2 cup Sea Butter
- Lip Balm Containers
Instructions
- Make your peppermint infused oil. ( Combine dried peppermint leaves with a carrier oil (like almond oil, jojoba oil, or coconut oil) in a small jar.
- Melt infused oil, beeswax, and shea butter.
- Add in essential oils.
- Pour into lip balm containers. Let sit for a few hours before putting on the lid. Â
Notes
- This recipe makes around 25 lip balms.
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