8 Lip-Smacking Herbal Recipes for Soft, Kissable Lips: Easy DIY Treatments

Recipes for beautiful lips

1. Calendula and Honey Lip Balm

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp dried Calendula petals (Calendula officinalis)
• 1 tbsp raw honey
• 2 tbsp organic coconut oil
• 1 tbsp beeswax

Preparation:

1. Gently melt the coconut oil and beeswax in a double boiler.
2.  Add the dried calendula petals and let the mixture steep for about 30 minutes.
3.  Strain the infused oil, discarding the petals.
4.  Mix in the honey and pour the blend into small containers. 
5. Allow it to cool and solidify before using.

2. Lavender and Shea Butter Lip Cream

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp shea butter
• 2 tsp sweet almond oil
• 1 tsp beeswax
• 3-4 drops lavender essential oil (Lavandula angustifolia)

Preparation:

1. Melt the shea butter, sweet almond oil, and beeswax in a double boiler.
2.  Remove from heat and add the lavender essential oil. 
3. Stir well, pour into small containers, and let it cool completely before use.

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3. Chamomile and Green Tea Lip Balm

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp green tea leaves (Camellia sinensis)
• 1 tbsp dried chamomile flowers (Matricaria chamomilla)
• 3 tbsp coconut oil
• 1 tbsp beeswax

Preparation:

1. Combine the coconut oil and beeswax in a double boiler and melt.
2.  Add the green tea leaves and chamomile flowers, and let it steep for 30 minutes.
3.  Strain the infused oil and pour it back into the double boiler.
4.  Add the beeswax, and once it's melted, pour the mixture into small containers.
5.  Allow it to cool and solidify before use.

4. Aloe Vera and Peppermint Lip Gel

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp aloe vera gel (Aloe barbadensis)
• 3-4 drops peppermint essential oil (Mentha piperita)

Preparation:

1. Combine the aloe vera gel and peppermint essential oil in a small bowl. 
2. Mix well and store in a small container. 
3. Apply as needed for a cooling and soothing effect on your lips.

5. .Cocoa Butter and Rose Lip Balm

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp cocoa butter
• 2 tbsp sweet almond oil
• 1 tbsp beeswax
• 1 tbsp dried rose petals (Rosa spp.)
• 3-4 drops rose essential oil (optional)

Preparation:

1. Melt the cocoa butter, sweet almond oil, and beeswax in a double boiler.
2.  Add the dried rose petals and let them steep for 30 minutes.
3.  Strain the infused oil, discard the petals, and add the rose essential oil (if using). 
4. Pour the mixture into small containers and let it cool before use.

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6. Pomegranate and Raspberry Lip Scrub

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp pomegranate seed oil (Punica granatum)
• 1 tbsp raspberry seed oil (Rubus idaeus)
• 1 tbsp sugar

Preparation:

1. Mix the pomegranate seed oil, raspberry seed oil, and sugar in a small bowl until well combined.
2.  Store the scrub in a small container. 
3. Gently massage a small amount onto your lips in a circular motion for 30 seconds, then rinse with warm water. 
4. This scrub exfoliates and provides natural sunscreen protection, as both pomegranate and raspberry seed oils have been found to offer some UV protection.

7. Lemon Balm and Beeswax Lip Balm

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp dried lemon balm leaves (Melissa officinalis)
• 1/4 cup sweet almond oil
• 1 tbsp beeswax

Preparation:

1. Combine the sweet almond oil and dried lemon balm leaves in a double boiler.
2.  Allow the mixture to steep for about 30 minutes. 
3. Strain the infused oil, discarding the leaves, and return the oil to the double boiler.
4.  Add the beeswax, and once melted, pour the mixture into small containers.
5.  Allow it to cool and solidify before use.

8. Coffee and Coconut Oil Lip Plumper

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp coffee grounds
• 2 tbsp coconut oil
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tbsp honey

Preparation:

1. Mix the coffee grounds, coconut oil, sugar, and honey in a small bowl until well combined.
2.  Store the plumper in a small container. 
3. To use, gently massage the mixture onto your lips and let it sit for a few minutes before rinsing off. 
4. The caffeine in the coffee grounds stimulates blood flow, giving your lips a plumper appearance.

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Anti-Cancer Properties

Some of the ingredients used in these recipes, such as green tea (Camellia sinensis) and calendula (Calendula officinalis), have been found to possess anti-cancer properties. Although the primary purpose of these recipes is lip care, incorporating ingredients with potential health benefits is an added bonus.

Questions and Answers

Q: How often should I use a lip scrub?

A: Use a lip scrub once or twice a week, depending on your lip condition and personal preference. Over-exfoliating may cause irritation.

Q: Can I use these recipes if I have sensitive skin?

A: Although these recipes use natural ingredients, always perform a patch test on your skin before using them on your lips. If you experience any adverse reactions, discontinue use.

Q: How long do these homemade lip treatments last?

A: Since these recipes use natural ingredients without preservatives, it's best to use them within 3-6 months. Store them in a cool, dry place to prolong their shelf life.

Q: Can I replace beeswax with a vegan alternative?

A: Yes, you can substitute beeswax with candelilla wax or carnauba wax. However, keep in mind that these waxes have different melting points and may require adjustments to the recipe.

Q: Can I use other carrier oils in place of sweet almond oil?

A: Yes, you can replace sweet almond oil with other carrier oils such as jojoba oil, grapeseed oil, or apricot kernel oil, depending on your preference and skin type.