Make your own natural Lip Balm

Seeds, Supplies and Crafts for the do-it-yourself enthusiast

Instructions for making Lip Balm

Actually, this is one of the easiest products to make and it is very inexpensive to make. All you need for a base is Sweet Almond oil ( some folks prefer coconut oil ) and Beeswax pearls and a few drops of Wheat Germ Oil. A rule of thumb is 2 parts oil to one part beeswax pearls and a drop or two of Wheat Germ Oil. Simply heat the Sweet Almond oil in a saucepan and add Beeswax Pearls. If you want a thin consistency ( such as a cream or Vaseline ) add only a little bit of Beeswax Pearls. Want it thicker like wax? Just add more Beeswax Pearls.

Allow the base to cool down to see what the consistency is like. If it's too thick, add more Sweet Almond oil and reheat, too thin?, add more Beeswax Pearls.

As the base is cooling add a few drops of essential oils to enhance the healing effect of the balm. Comfrey, Rosemary, Tea Tree or Camphor Oils are excellent for this. These essential oils can be found in our Essential Oil List.
After you have added the essential oil and the lip balm is still warm enough to pour, carefully pour it into Lip Balm Jars or Lip Balm Tubes, we offer both below.

Note: 4 ounces of Sweet Almond oil and two ounces of Beeswax Pearls will make more than enough base to fill 12 ea. Ľ oz. jars or tubes. Unused base can be stored for a very long time for future use.

Note: To add color to your lipbalm, you can use natural colorants and micas, but most our customers simply use a bit of colored lipstick melted with the base to add color.

D30 Rachel's Lip Balm Starter Kit This kit is perfect for beginners who have never made lip balm before. It contains one Lip Balm Tray for .15 ounce tubes ( described below ), 25 each .15 ounce lip balm tubes ( described below ) and a four ounce jar of Lorann's Melt and Pour Lib Balm Base ( described below ).
Simply microwave the base, insert the tubes into the tray, pour the base in, allow to cool, remove the tubes and place the caps on, and you've created 25 tubes of premium lipbalm in minutes!
Of course you can add coloring, flavoring, essential oils, etc. to the base as it is cooling to create your unique "brand" of lip balm.
The tray will last for years, simply order more base and tubes to make more tubes of lip balm as you need them.
Purchased separately, this kit would cost you $45.85, but we are now offering this kit for first time starters for only $34.95!
$34.95

M18 Lorann Oil's Brand Sample Size Melt and Pour Lip Balm Base Ready-to-use base for creating lip balms that help heal as well as soften and moisten the lips, especially in dry weather conditions. No oils, hydorcarbon waxes, preservatives, chemicals or artificial colors. Simply add your favorite flavoring oil or food grade essential oil and color to make your personal lip balm.
M18 4 Ounce Lorann Melt and Pour Lipbalm Base $5.95

M19 Rachel's Melt and Pour Lip Balm Base Our lip balm base is a smooth base that you just need to melt down, add your flavoring and then pour into lip butter pots or tubes. It's simple and easy to use and is perfect if you're in a hurry or just want to have a perfectly blended lip balm base. This product is sold by volume.
Lip Balm Base ingredients: Olive oil (Olea Europaea), Carnauba wax (Copernicia Cerifera), Candelilla wax (Euphorbia Cerifera) , Bees wax (Cera Alba).
Sold in 32 ounce tubs ( volume ), enough to fill over 200 each .15 oz. lip balm tubes, or 128 each 1/4 oz. lip balm tubs.
M19 32 ounces in a handy tub, only $34.95.

G76 Heavy Duty Lip Balm Tube Filling Tray For .15 Ounce Tubes

Note: Green color shown, we may ship orange, blue or green color tray, depending on which one is in stock.
The lip balm filling tray is a great tool used to fill multiple .15 oz (standard size) lip balm tubes. The neck diameter of a standard tube is approximately 0.55 inches. The tray is precision molded from food grade, high density polyethylene (HDPE). The lip balm filling trays allow you to neatly fill up to 50 lip balm tubes at once, ultimately speeding up the entire lip balm production process. Simply Insert the tubes into the backside of the lip balm filling tray, prepare your lip balm mixture, pour your lip balm mixture into each tube, and let it cool. Once the lip balm has solidified you can scrape off the excess. Remove tubes from the tray by pulling straight out with a twisting motion, place caps on the tubes, and you’re done! Remove from the tray by pulling straight out with a twisting motion.
$27.95

G77 Heavy Duty Lip Balm Tube Filling Tray For ..07 oz Slim Line Lip Balm Tubes

Note: Green color shown, we may ship orange, blue or green color tray, depending on which one is in stock.
The slim line lip balm filling tray comes in handy when looking to fill up to 50 slim line lip balm containers at a time. The neck diameter of a slim style lip balm tube is approximately 0.37 inches. The tray is precision molded from food grade, high density polyethylene (HDPE).Simply Insert the tubes into the backside of the lip balm filling tray, prepare your lip balm mixture, pour your lip balm mixture into each tube, and let it cool. Once the lip balm has solidified you can scrape off the excess. Remove tubes from the tray by pulling straight out with a twisting motion, place caps on the tubes, and you’re done! The slim line lip balm filling trays can help you speed up the entire lip balm production process.
$27.95

G78 Heavy Duty Lip Balm Tube Filling Tray For .15 oz Oval Lip Balm Tubes

Note: Orange color shown, we may ship orange, blue or green color tray, depending on which one is in stock.
This lip balm tube filling tray will hold 50 oval lip balm tubes ready to be filled. The oval opening is approximately 0.45 inches by 0.70 inches. The tray is precision molded from food grade, high density polyethylene (HDPE).
$27.95

BLL50 Weatherproof Poly Labels for Lipbalm Tubes 1.9" x 2.5" ( Laser Printers and Copiers )
16 Labels per sheet. Works very well with .15 ounce lip balm tubes. These weatherproof laser label sheets are made from a durable polyester material. Excellent results in most types of laser printers and copiers. The polyester material does not easily tear and performs well in a wide range of temperatures. The weatherproof label material is popular for label applications where high durability is important or a waterproof label is required.
In stock for immediate shipping.
BLL50 Pack of 5 Sheets ( 80 labels ) $7.95

BLL54 Weatherproof Vinyl Labels for Lipbalm Tubes 1.9" x 2.5" ( Inkjet Printers )
16 Labels per sheet. Works very well with .15 ounce lip balm tubes. These weatherproof inkjet label sheets are made from a durable vinyl material with permanent adhesive. The material is weatherproof and the ink from a standard inkjet printer will encapsulate into a specially formulated top-coating upon printing. Once printed, the ink will not smear when touched with a wet hand or soaked in water. The weatherproof label material is popular for label applications where durability is important or a waterproof label is required. This material has a 56 lb. liner and a facestock thickness of 0.00325 inches +/- 10%.
BLL54 Pack of 5 Sheets ( 80 labels ) $7.95

K06 Lip Balm Tubes Now you can have your lip balm in the same lipstick type tubes that are sold in stores. Simply remove the cap, make sure the base is screwed all the way to the bottom and fill the tube with warm lip balm. After the balm has cured, you can screw the base of the tube to make the balm extrude from the tube. Re-use again and again. Works perfectly with our lip balm tray.
$0.60 each.
Buy by the case and save!
#K06 White polypropylene lip balm tube w/white cap
Case of 25 @ $11.95

Master Case
#K06 White polypropylene lip balm tube w/white cap
Case of 100 @ $36.00

CRB080 Natural Color Lipbalm Tubes with Caps
Now you can let the color of your lip balm products show through with these new Natural Color Lip Balm Tubes with caps.
$1.00 each.
Buy by the case and save!
CRB080 Natural Color Lipbalm Tubes with Caps
Case of 25 @ $19.75

CRB090 Oval Lip Balm Tubes, Natural Tubes with Caps
The .15 oz natural OVAL lip balm tubes are offered with natural caps. A ribbed turning wheel at the base of the oval lip balm tube allows for your product to be neatly dispensed. The unique OVAL shape offers a fresh new look and could possibly be used for products such as solid sunscreens, cosmetics, insect repellents, solid perfumes and much more. The sleek design makes this oval lip balm tube a perfect travel item that can fit neatly in your purse or pocket alike.
CRB090 Natural Color Oval Lipbalm Tubes with Caps
Case of 10 @ $9.75

CRB091 Oval Lip Balm Tubes, White Tubes with Caps
The .15 oz white OVAL lip balm tubes are offered with white caps. A ribbed turning wheel at the base of the oval lip balm tube allows for your product to be neatly dispensed. The unique OVAL shape offers a fresh new look and could possibly be used for products such as solid sunscreens, cosmetics, insect repellents, solid perfumes and much more. The sleek design makes this oval lip balm tube a perfect travel item that can fit neatly in your purse or pocket alike.
Case of 10 @ $9.75

CRB192 Balm Tubes, Natural Oval Tubes with Caps
These .35 oz natural oval balm tubes are only 2.4" tall, and are offered with natural caps. A ribbed turning wheel at the base of the oval balm tube allows for your product to be neatly dispensed. The unique oval shape offers a fresh new look and could possibly be used for products such as lip balms, deodorants, solid sunscreens, cosmetics, insect repellants, and solid fragrances to name a few. The sleek design makes this oval balm tube a perfect travel item that can fit neatly in your purse or pocket. 2.4" tall, by 0.75 thick by 1.5" wide.
$1.75 each.
Buy by the case and save!

Case of 10 $15.00

C001 Natural Slim Line Tubes with Caps The .07 oz natural slim line lip balm tubes are offered here with natural caps. A turning wheel at the base of the lip balm tube allows for the lip balm to be neatly dispensed. This natural polypropylene slim stick lip balm tube is 81 mm in height and 12 mm in diameter allowing for an easy to transport lip balm for your purse or pocket. This slim line lip balm may also be useful for other products such as solid perfume sticks, sunscreen, or insect repellents.
C001 Natural Slim Line Tubes with Caps
Case of 25 @ $17.50

C002 Natural/Aqua Polypro Lip Balm Tube with Aqua Cap These polypropylene lip balm tubes with aqua caps are offered in a .15 oz size with a height of 67 mm and a diameter of 16 mm. The lip balm dispensing tubes are available in natural plastic with aqua accents. The turning wheel mechanism on the lip balm tube allows for your product to be cleanly and evenly dispensed.
C002 Natural/Aqua Polypro Lip Balm Tube with Aqua Cap
Case of 25 @ $17.50

New! Mini Lip Balm Tubes with Cap Looking for something different in the lip balm line? Then try our new cool mini lip balm tubes. These .095 ounce tubes are smaller and more compact than the standard .15 ounce tubes, perfect for fitting into tight pockets and small purses.
Sold 8 tubes and caps per pack.
Comes in Hot Pink, Natural and White colors.
G79 Mini Hot Pink Lip Balm Tubes Pack of 8 tubes, $6.00 per pack.
G81 Mini Natural Color Lip Balm Tubes Pack of 8 tubes, $6.00 per pack.
G80 Mini White Lip Balm Tubes Pack of 8 tubes, $6.00 per pack.

G48RLB17 Shrink Wrap for Lip Balm Tubes ( Round Tubes )
Shrink Wrap tubes for Lip Balm Tubes! Use these to help waterproof your label or just keep your label on. Our Shrink Wrap tubes are specially designed for a modified tear away, so that the part of the tube that covers the label stays on! Just slip over the tube, shrink with a heat gun or hair dryer and you've given your product a professional, waterproof cover. For .15 ounce tubes.
G48RLB17 25 ea. Shrink Wraps for Lip Balm Tubes $2.45 per pack.

CRB055 Lip Balm Tube with Blue Draw String An excellent product for joggers, runners, and outdoor types. Handy blue drawstring can be tied around neck, wrist, belt loop, etc. for quick access without having to have a pocket or purse to store it in. Holds .15 ounce of lip balm and is identical to tubes above, with exception of string and sturdier top. tube to make the balm extrude from the tube. Re-use again and again.
CRB055 Lip Balm Tube with Blue Drawstring $1.50 each.
New! CRB056 Lip Balm Tube with Red Drawstring $1.50 each.
New! CRB057 Lip Balm Tube with White Drawstring $1.50 each.

RKIT010 Premium Lip Balm Kit from Lorann

Save more than $9 over purchasing items separately
Kit includes: one 4 ounce bottle of Almond Oil, one 4 ounce jar of shea butter, beeswax beads, 12 tubes, 12 pots, 4 flavoring oils (peppermint, tangerine, pineapple and tropical fruit), stir sticks, labels and instructions
RKIT010 Premium Lip Balm Kit $26.95

RPP02 Liqui-Par Optima ( antimicrobial preservative )
A broad spectrum, antimicrobial preservative for use in topical pharmaceuticals and cosmetics containing plant products, such as creams, lotions, exfoliants, lip balms, salt scrubs, shampoos and liquid soaps. Will not irritate skin, eyes or mucous membranes; biodegradable.
Use Guide: Add to your recipe at concentrations of 0.5-1%; should not exceed 1% of your total product.
4 Ounce Bottle $7.95

LB02 Deluxe Chocolate Melter

Fun and easy to use, this small household appliance is designed for melting chocolates and caramel without burning.

The 10 oz. melting pot keeps the chocolate warm as you dip your favorite treat or pour into molds. 2 heart candy molds and 2 chocolate cup molds included.

We have also found this handy little melter indispensable for melting small batches of beeswax, or any type of wax, and all melt and pour products.
$32.50 Each

D08 1/2 Ounce Plastic Lip Balm Jars with White Lined Caps These clear PET plastic straight sided jars come with F217 lined smooth white polypropylene caps. These jars could be used for a wide variety of products, such as cosmetics and creams as well as lip balms and ointments. Measures 36mm tall by 35mm diameter.
Case of 10 @ $7.50

CRB037 Lip Balm Jars

We can furnish you with attractive 1/4 ounce glossy white plastic lip balm jars with screw top lids. Perfect for lip balms and skin ointments. Re-use again and again. 1 inch tall by 1-3/8 inch wide.

Case of 15 @ $12.50
Case of 50 @ $37.50

New! 1/8 oz. CLEAR PLASTIC POTS WITH WHITE CAPS Beautiful, small, clear plastic lip balm pots with white plastic screw-on tops.
CRB038 Case of 12 ea. 1/8 Lip Balm Pots $9.95

New! Baby Lip Balm Jars The jar holds about 5 mL worth of product (this is about 1 teaspoon). The jar is about 1.2 inches in diameter and about 0.6 inches tall. Great for small pockets or anything else! Comes with lid.
BLIP Baby Lip Balm Jar $0.95 each.

BLIPS Sifter for Baby Lip Balm Jar ( fits snugly into top of jar ) $0.45 each.

New! Plastic Lip Balm Jars, Clear Styrene with Dome Caps

1/4 ounce Clear Lipbalm Jar with Dome Cap. 1˝" wide x 1Ľ" tall.

CRB201 Case of 10 ea. 1/4 ounce Clear Lipbalm Jar with Dome Cap $6.50

1/8 ounce Clear Lipbalm Jar with Dome Cap. 1Ľ" wide x 1" tall.

CRB202 Case of 10 ea. 1/8 ounce Clear Lipbalm Jar with Dome Cap $6.50

D24 ˝ ounce LDPE Round Poly-Con with Hinged Cap The perfect way to carry lip balms, pills, salves, etc. The hinged lid snaps open and closed easily, but never gets lost! Slim line design fits comfortably in pocket
D24 1/2 ounce Poly-Con $0.75 each.
D24 Case of 10 ea. 1/2 ounce Poly-Con $6.50
Case of 50 ea. D24 1/2 ounce Poly-Con $25.00 each.

Metal Tins with Clear View Tops

2 ounce Metal Tins with Clear View Tops. 2-9/16 diameter x 3/4" tall.
K20 2 ounce Metal Tins/Clear View Tops $1.25 Each

4 ounce Metal Tins with Clear View Tops. 2-1/4 diameter x 1-5/8" tall.
K21 4 ounce Metal Tins/Clear View Tops $1.50 Each

8 ounce Metal Tins with Clear View Tops. 3-1/4 diameter x 2" tall.
K22 8 ounce Metal Tins/Clear View Tops $1.60 Each

8 ounce Silver Metal Tins with twist top threaded cover. Perfect for balms, powders and knick knacks!

RBTT8 8 ounce Metal Tins with Twist Top Cover $2.95 Each

Square Metal Tins w/ Clear Top Covers.
The square metal clear top tins with covers are available in your choice of a 4 oz or 8 oz size. The square tins with clear view tops are an excellent packaging container choice for many products such as candies and mints, dry food products, jewelry, office supplies, and more! The clear view tops allow you to enticingly display the contents of your container. Decorate the square tins to your liking and you'll have the perfect square tin packaging container for your products!

F11 Four Ounce Square Metal Tins w/ Clear Top Covers $1.95 Each
F12 Eight Ounce Square Metal Tins w/ Clear Top Covers $2.15 Each

New! CRB053 ˝ ounce Blue Balm Jar with Black Screw on Cap A different look for your balms and ointments. Blue PET jar with black cap

$1.25 each.
Case of 10 Jars $10.00
Case of 25 Jars $18.75

Looking for blank labels for lip balm tubes? Visit Rachel's Label Supply

D04 Lip Balm Tube "Hands Free" Funnel A special sized stainless steel funnel that fits into the top of .15 oz. lip balm tubes, making the filling process incredibly easy.
$9.50 each.

D28 1/2 Ounce Large Balm Tubes Holds over 3 times the amount of the standard .15 ounce tubes. Perfect for balms and solid perfumes.
D28 1/2 Ounce Balm Tubes, Case of 5 $11.25 each.

Oxford Type Transfer Pipette
The best way to fill larger vials. Large volume will hold about half an ounce of liquid, and is measured in ml up to 12ml for easy measuring. Cut off the narrow tip end for larger drawing, and it is excellent for filling lip balm tubes, etc.

PIPE09 $1.95 each.
PIPE10 Pack of 10 $17.50
PIPE10A Pack of 50 $75.00
PIPE10B Pack of 100 $125.00
PIPE10C Pack of 500 $500.00

Hinged Top Metal Tins

Sugar, spice and everything nice...Our new tins are a treat! Candies, teas, and herbs, are just a few of the things that might call these tins "home".
RB002 2 1/2" X 1 3/4" dia X 1/4''ht Metal Tins $1.10 ea.
Case of 10 ea. RB002 2 1/2" X 1 3/4" dia X 1/4''ht Metal Tins $9.95

RB003 3 5/8" X 2 1/2" dia X 3/4''ht Metal Tins $1.60 ea.
Case of 10 ea.RB003 3 5/8" X 2 1/2" dia X 3/4''ht Metal Tins $15.00

Metal Tins with Slip Covers

1/4 Ounce Tins
Ľ oz. Metal Tins ( 1 5/16" dia. x 5/16" height )
D12 Case of 10 1/4 oz. Flat Metal Tins $11.00

1/2 Ounce Tins
Our most popular tin for balms. Handy 1/2 oz. metal tins for salve and balms, perfect for carrying in purse or pocket. Twist off top. Re-use again and again.
Buy by the case and save!
D13 Case of 10 1/2 oz. Metal Tins $9.00.

1 Ounce Tins
1 oz. Metal Tins ( 2" dia. x 5/8" height )
F05 Case of 10 $9.00

2 Ounce Tins
2 oz. Metal Tins ( 2 3/8" dia. x 3/4" height )
F06 Case of 10 $11.00

4 Ounce Tins
4 oz. Metal Tins ( 3 1/8" dia. x 15/16" height )
F07 Case of 10 $15.50

8 Ounce Tins
8 oz. Metal Tins ( 4" dia. x 1 1/8" height ) 8 ounce bright finish metal tin with safety roll rim. 4 inch inside diameter is perfect for 4 inch size puffs and sponges, large balms and many other uses.
$2.50 ea. ( F08 )
Case of 10 $22.50 ( F08A )

Looking for blank labels for these containers? Visit Rachel's Label Supply

CRB059 1 oz. Balm and Salve Plastic Jars Great jars for salves, made of white PE Plastic. Screw on top. Re-use again and again.

$1.00 each.
Buy by the case and save!
Buy a case of 10 for only $7.50.

Lip Balm Flavorings Small bottles of flavorings will flavor 20 each 1/4 oz lip balms. Choose from:
New! RSLB50 Chocolate $4.95 each. RSLB50A Chocolate Case of 10 Bottles $22.50

RSLB25 Blueberry $4.95 each. RSLB25A Blueberry Case of 10 Bottles $22.50

RSLB26 Bubble Gum $4.95 each. RSLB26A Bubblegum Case of 10 Bottles $22.50

RSLB27 Cherry $4.95 each. RSLB27A Cherry Case of 10 Bottles $22.50

RSLB28 Grape $4.95 each. RSLB28A Grape Case of 10 Bottles $22.50

RSLB30 Peach $4.95 each. RSLB30A Peach Case of 10 Bottles $22.50

RSLB31 Raspberry $4.95 each. RSLB31A Raspberry Case of 10 Bottles $22.50

RSLB32 Peppermint $4.95 each. RSLB32A Peppermint Case of 10 Bottles $22.50

RSLB33 Tangerine $4.95 each. RSLB33A Tangerine Case of 10 Bottles $22.50

RSLB34 Tropical Punch $4.95 each. RSLB34A Tropical Punch Case of 10 Bottles $22.50

RSLB35 Watermelon $4.95 each. RSLB35A Watermelon Case of 10 Bottles $22.50

Sweet Almond Oil This cosmetic grade Sweet Almond oil has many uses and is supplied in 4 ounce squeeze bottles.
RN4018 $6.00
Economy size 16 oz. bottles. ( RSLB03A )
$12.00
Economy size 32 oz. bottles. ( RSLB03C )
$19.00

F24 Beeswax Pearls
4 ounces, $5.00
16 ounces, $18.00

New! 5 Pound Bag of Beeswax Pearls.
An economical size bag of extra fine grade, cosmetic quality beeswax pearls. Contains approximately 5 pounds of beeswax beads.
$75.00

WHEAT GERM OIL This oil is high in lecithin, vitamins A, D, and E; vitamin E is a natural preservative. Adding wheat germ oil to your balm not only extend its shelf-life, but you'll add the skin nourishing properties of vitamin E. Wheat germ oil has anti- oxidant properties as well as being good for stretch marks, aging skin and scarring.
RN1055 Wheat Germ Oil 1 oz. $5.50
RN4020 Wheat Germ Oil 4 oz. $12.00

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