It’s been a busy few weeks leading up to this holiday season for me. All that has really kept me grounded is trying to keep up with posts for all of you. And I haven’t been very good at that either :/ Nevertheless, I owe you the second half of last week’s recipe. I hope you enjoy this Citrus & Sandlewood Lip Balm.
If you missed last week’s post, go read my Lip Scrub post first. It makes your lips ultra smooth so they are all ready for this rich lip balm. As usual, this post contains affiliate links. Which means at no additional cost to you, I make a small percentage of any of your purchases. Thank you for supporting my blog.
If you have a question about the brand of essential oils I use, send me an inquiry here. Due to policy regulations, I am not allowed to tell you directly. I promise to only answer your questions and WILL NOT pester you with newsletters and sales gimmicks. I honestly don’t have the time to be a multi-level marketing guru.
Here is what you need:
- 45 grams Unrefined Organic Shea Butter
- 30 grams Sweet Almond Oil
- 20 grams Organic Beeswax Pastilles
- 10 grams Vitamin E Oil
- 20 drops each Citrus and Sandlewood Essential Oils (or any oils you prefer)
In a quart size pan on the stove, bring two cups water to a boil. In a heat-safe glass bowl, combine all ingredients, except the essential oils. Place glass bowl in pan of boiling water and allow to melt completely. Remove from heat and allow to cool ten minutes.
Set up your Lip Balm Containers
As with most of my recipes, you can choose different essential oils for your recipe. The combination of the warm sandlewood and punchy citrus made me feel like I was in a warmer place with a beach just waiting for me. Wishful thinking. I hope you all have a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. I’m going to be taking a little break over the holidays, but I will return with a new post for 2015. Stay safe everybody!
Hi and Merry Christmas 😍🎄what do you think about putting this in the roll-up chapstick containers??
It would work beautifully Lisa. It melts very easily.
Thank you so much for having such awesome recipes on your site 😍. I’ve been making & sharing your Rose Cypress anti-wrinkle cream and it is amazing. I’m waiting for a shipment of ingredients to arrive to make your beard oil, body butter and almond body wash along with the lip balm for Christmas gifts. I am so excited to gift these wonderful items to friends and family. I truly am so grateful to you for your generous sharing of your knowledge & creativity, bless you and Merry Christmas to you and your beautiful family 🎄💖
Oh thank you so much Lisa! What a sweet and lovely comment. That makes my week. Love and Merry Christmas to you too! 🎄🎁 I’m super excited for those receiving your Christmas gifts 😍
I love your idea, and your recipe is so amazing. I think citrus and sandlewood are a good combination and it will make my lips beautiful and smooth :)
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I have been wondering about a scent blend with Sandalwood! Just last weekend I was thinking citrus would be a good one! Might have to try this (especially for winter) as my lips must be moisturized at ALL TIMES :)
Oh it smells like HEAVEN!
I JUST ran out of my almond oil last night. Do you think I could use fractionated coconut oil instead? I’m running to the store after work but I’m not sure Publix has that sweet almond oil…
Sure thing!
I am going to make it a point in these upcoming months to get some essential oils so that I can try out some of these wonderful creations that you post about!
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