Chapped and dry lips can sometimes be a headache, and this is mostly common in cold weather or places that have dry weather. To avoid this, one of the best options to opt for is the DIY lip scrubs which help in removing the dead skin and also locking in moisture. Creating secured homemade lip care aids you in employing natural, harmless elements that scrub off the dead cells and moisturize your lips.
In this blog today, we will discuss the advantages of exfoliating lip care recipes and present you some of the pampering lip hydration solutions, that are easy and quick to prepare at home, and one of them incorporates essential oils.
Why Use a DIY Lip Scrub?
Your lips are pretty sensitive as compared to other parts of your body and this is due to the fact that the dermis on your lips is relatively thin. Though a regular lip balm cannot be omitted since it aids in moisture retention, there is a need for DIY lip scrubs when a lot of loose skin needs to be removed and the lips nourished in advance with adequate hydrating products. Exfoliation reveals the new, soft skin beneath, allowing balms and oils to be soaked up deeply for longer softer lips.
The Advantages of Homemade Lip Scrubs
- Exfoliation: The process of removing dead skin allows one to enjoy the smooth and soft feel that the lips provide.
- Hydration: Ingredients such as honey and oil present in scrubs prepared at home moisturize the lips.
- Plumping effect: The increased blood flow in the lips due to scrubbing may cause an improvement in the fullness of the lips temporally.
- Non-toxic ingredients: The harm that commercial scrubs carry can be avoided by preparing one’s own lip scrub because one is aware of what is included in the composition.
Basic Ingredients for DIY Lip Scrubs
Homemade lip scrub need these three three basic components.
- Exfoliant: In this constituent, one can find the anhydrobiotic substance physically scrubbing off the dead skin. Sugar (not less than 15 grams) and sea salt are the most preferred.
- Moisturizer: It is important to have a moisturizing agent that will serve the purpose of softening and keeping the lips moist, for instance, coconut oil, honey, or olive oil.
- Optional Additives: These are ingredients that are often excluded but include the likes of flavors such as vanilla extract, fruit juices, or oils.
Now let’s get into the affordable and awesome to beautify your dry chapped lips exfoliating recipes!
1. Coco Sugar Lip Scrub
This lip scrub is easy to make since coconut oil is an excellent water sealant and sugar is a mild abrasive used for exfoliating dry lip tissue that is beneficial.
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil – melted
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar honey
- ½ teaspoons.
Instructions:
- Mix the coconut oil with the honey.
- It will result in a thick paste.
- Then mix the sugar into the most thickened common paste.
- Scrub the keratinized cells off the lips every day for 30 to one minute in a circular motion.
- Wash them off with moderate-temperature water and then dab them dry.
2. Brown Sugar and Olive Oil Lip Scrub
This basic but very effective scrub features brown sugar for pep and olive oil for skin replenishment because olive oil is packed with vitamins E and A which are responsible for the healing of dry chapped lips.
Ingredients:
- Brown sugar 1 tablespoon
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon honey
Instructions:
- Put the brown sugar, olive oil, and honey into the small bowl with your hands.
- Put scrub on your lips and massage them in a circular movement for about a minute.
- Open the lips and wash out the query with a wet warm cloth and then apply lip balm.
3. Vanilla and Honey lip scrub
For an extraordinary treat for your lips and for your senses, make this sumptuous vanilla and honey lip care at home. The sugar and honey mixture works fabulously well because it exfoliates, moisturizes, and leaves your lips with a yummy, natural taste.
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon sugar (either granulated or brown)
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 a teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 a teaspoon of coconut oil
Instructions:
- Sugar and honey should be blended together in a shallow dish until a smooth paste forms.
- Combine the coconut oil and vanilla extract with the mixture and continue mixing until thickening agents form.
- Put this lightly on the lips and scrub the lips in a circular motion for about 30 seconds.
- Wash off with warm water and dry off.
4. Lemon and Sugar Brightening Lip Scrub
Due to the presence of lemon, known for its natural lightening effects, this scrub is ideal for removing darkened or dull lips. While sugar and coconut oil are also added, this scrub gently exfoliates and moisturizes, giving the lips a healthy glow.
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ½ tablespoon of coconut oil
- Fresh lemon juice-a few drops
Instructions:
- In a small bowl combine the sugar, coconut oil, and lemon juice.
- Using your fingertips, apply the mixture to your lips and gently massage for 30-60 seconds.
- Pat dry and review normal lips for an extra minute before washing off with lukewarm water.
- Pat your dry same as the lips treated for one minute and finish with a nourishing lip balm.
5. Essential Oil Lip Scrub for Soft Lips
This easy and natural lip scrub uses honey and coconut oil as a base; however, it also adds essential oils for an extra-loving appeal. Essential oils such as lavender and peppermint fulfill all the senses, as this is perfect for the lips and uplifting in mood too.
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2 to 3 drops of lavender or peppermint essential oil
Instructions:
- Combine the honey and palm oil until they are properly blended.
- Add the sugar and continue stirring until a paste is formed.
- Add a few drops of your favorite essential oil (lavender for calming, peppermint for a refreshing feeling).
- Gently use the scrub for 30 seconds on your lips, in circular motions.
- Wash your mouth with warm water and wipe it gently.
Conclusion
Soft, moisturized lips needn’t be so hard. Aside from being very easy to prepare, these homemade lip care scrubs are wonderful because they contain natural ingredients that give you maximum moisture and hydration. These scrubs will leave your lips as soft as you wish them to be, whether it is through sugar and coconut oil washes or added essential oils.
On the bright side, regular application of these easy DIY lip scrubs will enable your lips to look, long-lasting and feel healthy, smooth, and well moisturized.
