Lip scrub is a gentle exfoliant used to soften dry, chapped or peeling lips. Although a variety of effective commercial lip scrubs are on the market, they are specialty products that can be hard on the budget. Spending a lot of money on a lip scrub really isn't necessary, because you can make your own lip scrub for pennies. If your dry, cracked lips persist, see your physician to determine the cause of the problem. Your physician may provide an anti-inflammatory or antibiotic medication, according to Health Services at Columbia University.
Step 1
Place 1 tsp. natural honey in a small, sterile cup. Warm the honey in the microwave for 4 to 5 seconds. The healing, hydrating properties of honey will result in soft, supple lips, notes Methods of Healing.
Step 2
Stir in 1 tsp. of oil. Select a healthy, edible oil such as olive oil, sweet almond oil or sunflower oil. Oil will create a thin, protective barrier on the lips, according to Green Herbal Remedies.
Step 3
Add 2 tsp. granulated white sugar, which creates a gentle, abrasive exfoliant to remove dead skin. Stir in a drop of lemon juice, suggests Natural Homemade Beauty Care Tips.
Step 4
Add 1 to 2 drops of essential oil, is desired. Try peppermint or spearmint for a soothing, healing lip scrub, or flavor your lip scrub with taste mango, lime or lemon flavored oil, suggests Cosmetic Candy.
Step 5
Wash your hands, then use your finger to apply the scrub to your lips, using gentle, circular motions. Wipe the scrub off your lips with a damp cotton ball. Finish by applying your favorite lip moisturizer or balm, says Methods of Healing.
Things You'll Need
- 1 tsp. natural honey
- Small cup
- 1 tsp. olive oil, sweet almond oil or sunflower oil
- 2 tsp. granulated white sugar
- 1 to 2 drops essential oil (optional)
- Cotton balls
- Moisturizer or lip balm
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