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  • Question
    How do you make lip balm using honey and Vaseline?
    Community Answer
    Mix 3 tablespoons of Vaseline and 1 tablespoon of honey. Microwave it for 30 seconds or so, then mix it again.
  • Question
    Can you use almond extract instead of almond oil in the lip balm?
    Community Answer
    No, you need oil to make the balm. You could use coconut or olive oil as a substitute for almond oil.
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    If I wanted it to be more of a gloss, could I put it in a lip gloss container?
    Community Answer
    Yes, and add a tablespoon of coconut oil to make it glossier.
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    What do I do if I don't have a microwave?
    Community Answer
    If you don't have a microwave, just heat some water in a pot on the stove and put the mixing bowl in that.
  • Question
    Can you use food dye in the lip gloss, and where do you find lip gloss containers?
    Community Answer
    Yes, you can use food dye in the lip gloss. It may give your lips a bit of a tint. Lip gloss tins are available in the dollar store. Usually you find them in the makeup section or paint section.
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    Could I use vanilla extract or cinnamon powder for flavoring?
    Community Answer
    Yes, vanilla extract works quite well and gives it a slight sweet taste. I have not tried cinnamon powder, but I would guess it would irritate your lips a bit.
  • Question
    How can I make a lip balm container?
    Community Answer
    Making a lip balm container from scratch could be difficult. It would involve forming a special kind of plastic into the shape you want. What you might want to do for this chapstick recipe is use an empty chapstick or lip balm/gloss container rather than making one of your own.
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    Can I use the jelly and coconut oil?
    Community Answer
    Jelly is another substitute you can use. Coconut oil is more liquid, so you cannot use it.
  • Question
    Is aloe vera gel petroleum jelly?
    Emma Sack
    Community Answer
    No. It's Vaseline and is for dry skin and lips. You can buy it at most any store. Aloe is for sunburns.
  • Question
    How can I make the smell of the petroleum jelly better in the chapstick?
    Community Answer
    You can either use a small amount of scented chap-stick, or you can just spritz in a small amount of perfume.
  • Question
    How long does the homemade lip gloss last?
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    About a week or so. It will get moldy and old after that, so it's recommended that you keep it in a container and make a new batch after a week.
  • Question
    Can petroleum jelly make lips pink?
    Community Answer
    Petroleum jelly alone won't really make your lips pink, it will just moisturize them. Check out How to Get Pink Lips for some good tips on that.
  • Question
    How do I make the gloss more sparkly?
    Tj Brooks
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    You could get some edible glitter and add that to your beautiful lip gloss.
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    I use Vaseline, and my gloss is always super soft. Will mine still, work?
    Community Answer
    You can try adding beeswax to firm it up. A more liquidy gloss is fine, though a firmer one may be easier to apply.
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    How can I make this lip gloss without letting my parents know?
    Emily C
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    Lying or hiding things from your parents is not a good choice, so it is really up to you if you want to go behind your parents' back. But to make the lip gloss without your parents knowing, do it at night. Set an alarm to wake you up in the middle of the night. Then you can make your lip gloss. Be careful not to make too much noise. To melt the gloss, use something quiet, like a candle. Once you are done with everything, clean up and hide the evidence. Be careful not to make a mess while making the lip gloss, because lip gloss is sticky and will be difficult to remove. Hid the lip gloss when you're finished making it. If they notice you wearing it, say it's just Chapstick.
  • Question
    Are Vaseline and eye shadow safe?
    Community Answer
    Yes; they are safe, as both are meant to be applied to your face.
  • Question
    If I do method 4, do I melt the Vaseline?
    Emily C
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    No, you don't need to melt the Vaseline. But to get a cleaner look for the finished product, you should melt it, then stir in your blush or eyeshadow.
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    How do I get the lip gloss to be glossier, if I don't have coconut oil? Will olive oil or vegetable oil work?
    Community Answer
    If you don't have coconut oil, you can try olive oil, which is "heavier" on the lips but just as moisturizing as coconut oil.
  • Question
    Can I use food coloring instead of the powder blush/eye shadow?
    Community Answer
    You can, but it will not work as well.
  • Question
    Aren't eyeshadow and blush cancerous if ingested?
    Emily C
    Community Answer
    It depends on the eyeshadow and blush you are using. Some may contain chemicals that are cancerous, and some may not. Check the ingredients and do a bit of research beforehand.
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    How do I make the lip gloss more watery and light?
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    Experiment with adding small amounts of oil, this will make the texture lighter. If you want to change the color, just use less lipstick/blush/pigment.
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    How long does it take for the petroleum jelly to dry? And how does it dry?
    Emily C
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    If you leave it out at room temperature, it will take about 1 hour to set completely. If you put it in the fridge, maybe 20 minutes. The freezer would take about 5-10 minutes. Once the product has dried, it will have the same consistency as petroleum jelly, except maybe a bit thicker or runnier, depending on what you add.
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    I do not have any almond oil, is there an alternative?
    Emily C
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    There are alternatives. You can use any carrier oil such as jojoba oil, coconut oil, olive oil, or castor oil.
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    Can I use anything else to substitute for lip stick?
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    Blush, eye shadow, and Crystal Light powder are good substitutes. You can also use food coloring or beet juice. To do this do not melt the jelly, just stir in a few drops of the coloring into the room-temp petroleum jelly.
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    Can I use Vaseline and coconut oil?
    Emily C
    Community Answer
    Yes, you can. There are some instructions on how to make it using Vaseline and coconut oil above.
  • Question
    Can I use lip gloss instead of lipstick for the first one?
    Emily C
    Community Answer
    You can, but using lip gloss will make the final product less tinted. Depending on the consistency of your lip gloss, it can be runnier and/or stickier.
  • Question
    Does petroleum jelly melt?
    Community Answer
    Yes, petroleum jelly can melt.
  • Question
    If I added 2 tablespoons of Vaseline and 1 tablespoon of honey with a few drops of essential oil, would it still work?
    Emily C
    Community Answer
    Yes, but note that your gloss will be softer. Applying the gloss using a brush or your finger is recommended.
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    Can I use flavored gelatin instead of a drink mix?
    Emily C
    Community Answer
    It may not taste good, so it is not recommended. At the grocery store, they sell individual packets for really cheap, so you can get that.
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    Can I use a little bit of cinnamon as flavoring?
    Emily C
    Community Answer
    You can, but some people find that it irritates their skin. Test it on your wrist before using it on your lips.
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