DIY Flavored Lip Balm with SPF: Simple Recipe by Jennifer Perkins

By Jennifer Perkins

As a crafting expert, always remember to apply moisturizer with SPF to your lips. You diligently sunscreen your children—don't neglect your lips. They're just as vulnerable to sun damage. Fortunately, Jennifer Perkins shares an easy DIY solution.

Watch this episode of DIY This With Jennifer Perkins for a complete step-by-step guide to crafting your own SPF lip balm.

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Supplies (Use food-grade or makeup-grade ingredients):

2 tbsp. shea butter
2 tbsp. coconut oil
2 tbsp. beeswax
Flavored drink mix (for aroma and flavor)
Lip balm tubes
Titanium dioxide (for added SPF)

Combine the shea butter, coconut oil, and beeswax in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring until fully melted and liquid.

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While the mixture is still liquid, stir in powdered drink mix for natural flavor and scent—the amount controls the intensity. For subtle color, add a touch of lipstick.

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Coconut oil provides natural SPF protection. Boost it further with 1/4 tablespoon titanium dioxide or a bit of leftover SPF lip balm.

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Spoon the liquid mixture into lip balm tubes and let it harden completely.

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Personalize your tubes with decorative washi tape.

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What flavor, scent, and color will you choose for your custom lip balm?