Lip balms are everybody’s go-to product to keep the pair hydrated, but exfoliation with DIY lip scrub is equally important to make sure they are clear of dead skin cells and become soft in the process.
What Are Lip Scrubs Made Of?
A lip scrub contains two components: an exfoliant and a nourishing agent. The emollient or the nourishing agent provides a hydrating base for your exfoliator, making it easier to apply to your lips.
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Coconut And Honey Lip Scrub
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon organic honey
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 tablespoon lukewarm water
Directions
- Start by mixing the coconut oil and honey.
- Add the brown sugar and the lukewarm water to this mixture.
- Rub the mixture on your lips in a circular motion for two to three minutes and then rinse with lukewarm water.
Why This Works
Coconut oil is filled with antioxidants and fatty acids that nourish the skin, while brown sugar acts as a natural exfoliator that helps remove dead dry skin. Honey is rich in natural healing properties.
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Coffee And Honey Scrub
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon coffee grounds
- 1 tablespoon honey
Directions
- Mix the coffee grounds and honey in a mixing bowl and stir well.
- Dab this scrub onto your lips and massage in a circular motion for about one minute.
- Leave it on as a mask for another minute.
- Wash away with warm water for instantly hydrated lips.
Why This Works
Coffee isn’t just for waking you up in the mornings. It’s a secret weapon that you can use on your skin and lips to keep them looking healthy and happy. This combo of coffee grounds and honey is a reliable way to exfoliate and moisturize your lips.
Vitamin E Lip Scrub
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon olive oil or coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vitamin E
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
Directions
- Mix your ingredients in a bowl until everything is well blended.
- Apply the scrub by rubbing your lips with a clean finger in a circular motion.
- Rinse with lukewarm water.
- Follow with a lip balm to lock in moisture.
Why This Works
Vitamin E is a natural conditioner and antioxidant. It treats chapped and irritated lips instantly.
Brown Sugar And Honey Exfoliation Scrub
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon raw honey
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 5-6 drops of lavender essential oil
Directions
Mix the brown sugar with raw honey.
Add a few drops of lavender essential oil to this mixture.
Once blended, apply the scrub to your lips and rub it well in circular motions for two to three minutes.
Wash with lukewarm water and apply some lip balm.
Why This Works
This is one of the best homemade sugar lip scrubs. Raw honey works well to lighten your lips. It also helps get rid of chapped skin, so your lips appear brighter than before.
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Coffee And Honey Scrub
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon coffee grounds
- 1 tablespoon honey
Directions
- Mix the coffee grounds and honey in a mixing bowl and stir well.
- Dab this scrub onto your lips and massage in a circular motion for about one minute.
- Leave it on as a mask for another minute.
- Wash away with warm water for instantly hydrated lips.
Why This Works
Coffee isn’t just for waking you up in the mornings. It’s a secret weapon that you can use on your skin and lips to keep them looking healthy and happy. This combo of coffee grounds and honey is a reliable way to exfoliate and moisturize your lips.
How To Store Your DIY Lip Scrub
It’s always advisable to make your homemade lip scrubs in small batches. They will remain fresh and last you for about a week. Store your scrub in a clean and dry, old lip balm or eyeshadow case. Sterilizing the container by leaving it in hot water for a while is recommended to prevent germs. Refrigerate this case and use it within a week.
