If your lips could talk, they’d probably say, “Help!” Between the harsh weather, dry air, and endless applications of lipstick or lip balm, our lips take quite the beating. But here’s the good news: the solution to soft, smooth lips is sitting right in your kitchen. That’s right, we’re talking about DIY lip scrubs!
Lip scrubs are quick, easy, inexpensive, and customizable. And you only need to mix up a little at a time because a little goes a long way.
Be sure to scroll to the bottom for your free printable recipe sheet!
Benefits of Lip Scrubs
Exfoliates Dead Skin
- Just like your skin, your lips accumulate dead skin cells that can make them look dry, flaky, and cracked. Lip scrubs gently exfoliate this dead skin, revealing softer, smoother lips underneath.
Preps Lips for Lip Balm & Lipstick
- Exfoliating your lips helps lip balm absorb more effectively, ensuring deeper hydration.
- It also creates a smooth surface for applying lipstick, especially matte formulas, which can highlight dry, chapped areas.
Boosts Circulation
- Massaging a scrub on your lips can increase blood flow, giving your lips a naturally fuller, rosy appearance without any chemicals or treatments.
Prevents Chapped Lips
- Regular use of a lip scrub helps prevent the buildup of dry skin that can lead to chapped lips, especially during the colder months or when exposed to dry air.
Enhances Lip Health
- Lip scrubs keep your lips foliated and hydrated, reducing the risk of cracks and irritation, which can lead to more serious conditions like cold sores or infections.
Feels Amazing
- Let’s not forget—using a lip scrub feels refreshing and luxurious.
DIY Lip Scrub Recipes
The best lip scrubs have:
- something that exfoliates like:
- something that moisturizes like:
- coconut oil
- skin friendly carrier oils like jojoba, almond, grapeseed, etc.
- honey
- vitamin E oil
- something that smells and tastes delicious like:
- cocoa powder
- essential oils
- vanilla, peppermint, almond, or other food extracts
- optional: coloring:
- natural food coloring (just 1 drop per recipe)
- cosmetic mica
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Base Recipe:
- Combine about 6 teaspoons total in ingredients and store in a 1 oz container
- A general rule is about:
- 2 teaspoons of something that exfoliates from the above list
- 2 teaspoons of something moisturizing from the above list
- up to 1 teaspoon of something that tastes & smells delicious from the above list (smaller amounts for essential oils and extracts)
- coloring as desired (optional)
- Use on your lips 1-2 times per week
- Make is small batches and store at room temperature or in the fridge to extend the shelf life. Your lip scrub will be shelf stable for 2-6 weeks depending on your ingredients. Adding Vitamin E will extend the shelf life.
Mint Chocolate Lip Scrub
- Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 3 teaspoons coconut oil or other carrier oil
- 1 teaspoons cocoa powder
- 4-8 drops Peppermint essential oil or peppermint extract
- Optional: 2-4 drops Vitamin E oil
- Mix all ingredients adjusting the consistency as needed and store in a 1 oz container
- Use 1-2 times per week
Coconut Lime Lip Scrub
- Ingredients:
- 3 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 3 teaspoons coconut oil or other carrier oil
- 4-8 drops Lime essential oil
- Optional: 2-4 drops Vitamin E oil
- Mix all ingredients adjusting the consistency as needed and store in a 1 oz container
- Use 1-2 times per week
Lavender Lip Scrub
- Ingredients:
- 3 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 3 teaspoons honey or carrier oil
- 4-8 drops Lavender essential oil
- Optional: 2-4 drops Vitamin E oil
- Mix all ingredients adjusting the consistency as needed and store in a 1 oz container
- Use 1-2 times per week
Vanilla Latte Lip Scrub
- Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon unbrewed finely ground coffee grounds
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons honey or carrier oil
- 4-8 drops Vanilla essential oil or 1/4 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- Optional: 2-4 drops Vitamin E oil
- Mix all ingredients adjusting the consistency as needed and store in a 1 oz container
- Use 1-2 times per week
Sugar Cookie Lip Scrub
- Ingredients:
- 3 teaspoons granulated or brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons almond oil or other carrier oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 4-8 drops Vanilla essential oil or 1/4 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- Optional: 2-4 drops Vitamin E oil
- Mix all ingredients adjusting the consistency as needed and store in a 1 oz container
- Use 1-2 times per week
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