Beetroot lip balm is a natural and nourishing product that can be made using various ingredients. Some common ingredients in beetroot lip balms include:
- Coconut oil
- Olive oil or other shiny carrier oils like castor oil
- Beetroot powder
- Cocoa butter
- Beeswax
- Vitamin E oil (optional)
These ingredients can be combined to create a lip balm that not only provides a natural reddish tint to the lips but also nourishes and moisturizes them. Beetroot is rich in antioxidants and has dyeing properties that can help stain your lips, promoting a lightening of lip color and retaining moisture
. To make a beetroot lip balm, follow these steps:
- Melt the coconut oil, olive oil, and cocoa butter in a double boiler or a small heatproof bowl placed over a saucepan
- Once the oils are cool, pour them into a small bowl
- Add the beetroot powder to the oils and mix well
- If using beeswax, add it to the mixture and mix until well combined
- Optionally, add a few drops of vitamin E oil for extra nourishment and protection
- Pour the mixture into a lip balm container or a small cube-sized mold
- Let the lip balm cool down and solidify at room temperature or in the refrigerator
Beetroot lip balms can be stored for up to three months at room temperature or six months in the refrigerator
. They can be applied daily or whenever you need a hint of color and nourishment for your lips.
