Homemade beeswax chapstick is one of the most satisfying things you can make with a little beeswax, and it takes about fifteen minutes. Two main ingredients, a double boiler, and some lip balm tubes, and you’ve got a batch that beats anything at the drugstore. Here’s how.
What you’ll need
- All-natural beeswax, locally sourced if you can
- Coconut oil
- Essential oils (optional)
- A small glass jar or container
- A double boiler, or a glass jar set in a pot of hot water
- Lip balm tubes or containers
The steps
- Melt the beeswax in a double boiler, or in a Pyrex glass jar placed in a pot of hot water.
- Once the beeswax is fully melted, add the coconut oil and any essential oils. Stir until everything is fully combined.
- Take the mixture off the heat and let it cool slightly.
- Carefully pour it into your lip balm tubes or containers.
- Let the chapstick cool and solidify completely before capping the tubes.
- Store it in a cool, dry place when you’re not using it.
Make it your own
This is a recipe that loves tinkering. Adjust the ratio of beeswax to coconut oil to get the firmness you like, more beeswax for a harder balm, more oil for a softer one. You can add shea butter or almond oil for extra moisturizing, experiment with different essential oils to find a scent you love, and stir in a little Vitamin E oil for added skincare benefits. Once you’ve made one batch, you’ll want to start playing with the next.