Making a lip gloss that contains glitter is not rocket science, and it requires minimal ingredients. Plus, it’s way cheaper than buying one from the store. So, let’s get straight into the process.
Ingredients:
– 1 tablespoon of beeswax
– 1 tablespoon of coconut oil
– 1 tablespoon of sweet almond oil
– A pinch of cosmetic-grade glitter or mica powder
– A few drops of essential oil (optional)
– Lip gloss container
Step 1: Melt the beeswax and coconut oil
In a double boiler, melt the beeswax and coconut oil. If you don’t have a double boiler, you can use a glass bowl or a jar placed over a pot of boiling water. Be careful not to burn the mixture.
Step 2: Add sweet almond oil
Once the beeswax and coconut oil have melted, add sweet almond oil to the mixture. You can use any other carrier oil as well, like jojoba oil or olive oil. Mix well until all the ingredients are combined. Take off the heat.
Step 3: Add the glitter or mica powder
Now, it’s time to add the sparkle. Take a pinch of cosmetic-grade glitter or mica powder and mix it well in the mixture. You can use any color of your choice, and if you want more shine, add more glitter.
Step 4: Add essential oil (optional)
To give a pleasant fragrance to your lip gloss, add a few drops of essential oil of your choice. You can use peppermint oil, lavender oil, or any other oil that you like. Stir it well.
Step 5: Pour the mixture into a container
Once your mixture is ready, pour it into a lip gloss container. You can use an empty lip gloss tube or any other container that you have.
Step 6: Let it cool
Let the lip gloss cool for a few minutes until it solidifies. Now, your DIY glitter lip gloss is ready to use.
Tips for a perfect lip gloss:
– Always use cosmetic-grade glitter or mica powder. Never use craft glitter as it can be harmful to your lips.
– If you want a thicker lip gloss, add more beeswax.
– If you want a smoother texture, add less beeswax.
– Store your lip gloss in a cool and dry place.
– Apply a little amount of lip balm or petroleum jelly on your lips before applying the lip gloss.
Final Thoughts
Making your lip gloss with glitter is easy, fun, and budget-friendly. You can customize this gloss with any color or scent you like. Give it a try and glam up your lips with some sparkle!