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How do you make lip balm using honey and Vaseline?

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Mix 3 tablespoons of Vaseline and 1 tablespoon of honey. Microwave it for 30 seconds or so, then mix it again.

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Can you use almond extract instead of almond oil in the lip balm?

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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?

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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?

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If you don't have a microwave, just heat some water in a pot on the stove and put the mixing bowl in that.

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Can you use food dye in the lip gloss, and where do you find lip gloss containers?

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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?

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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.

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How can I make a lip balm container?

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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?

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Jelly is another substitute you can use. Coconut oil is more liquid, so you cannot use it.

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Is aloe vera gel petroleum jelly?

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No. It's Vaseline and is for dry skin and lips. You can buy it at most any store. Aloe is for sunburns.

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How can I make the smell of the petroleum jelly better in the chapstick?

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You can either use a small amount of scented chap-stick, or you can just spritz in a small amount of perfume.

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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.

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Can petroleum jelly make lips pink?

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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.

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How do I make the gloss more sparkly?

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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?

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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.

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Are Vaseline and eye shadow safe?

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Yes; they are safe, as both are meant to be applied to your face.

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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?

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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.

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Can I use food coloring instead of the powder blush/eye shadow?

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You can, but it will not work as well.

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Aren't eyeshadow and blush cancerous if ingested?

Emily C

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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

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Yes, you can. There are some instructions on how to make it using Vaseline and coconut oil above.

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Can I use lip gloss instead of lipstick for the first one?

Emily C

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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.

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Does petroleum jelly melt?

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Yes, petroleum jelly can melt.

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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

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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

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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

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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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