DIY Beauty: Easy & Creative Ways To Make Lipsticks At Home!

There’s nothing more rewarding than successfully making your own lipstick at home. It’s not rocket science and anyone who has the ingredients at home can make their own lipstick. The best part is that some of the ingredients mentioned below are things that you already own at home and if not, they’re freely available in the market to purchase. Learning how to make a DIY lipstick at home is all about mixing and matching. So ladies, are you ready to give it a go? Let’s do it!

How To Make Lipstick With Crayons

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Crayons are fairly cheaper as compared to lipsticks and if you have a box of them lying around at home, you can make homemade lipstick with them. Also, pay attention to the type of crayon that you’re using. It needs to be organic and non-toxic as it’ll be safer for your skin. Now that we’re clear, let’s learn how to make homemade lipstick with crayon.

Supplies Required

1. Shea butter

2. Essential oil

3. 1 non-toxic crayon

4. Clean and empty container

5. Almond oil

Method

Step 1: Break crayon into 4 pieces.

Step 2: Assemble a double-boiler, place crayon chunks on the first saucepan and turn on the heat.

Step 3: Once the crayon melts, add ½ tsp of shea butter, 1 tsp of almond oil and 2-3 drops of essential oil.

Step 4: Mix all the ingredients well and turn off the heat after 5 mins. 

Step 5: Pour the mixture into a clean container and store in a cool and dry place.

How To Make Natural Lipstick With Beetroot

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If you love dark lipstick shades then you can make a natural lipstick with beetroot and beeswax. As an ingredient, beetroot is extremely pigmented as it contains colour pigments such as betanin and violaxanthin. When applied to the lips, it will help lighten discolouration and protect the lips from sun damage. Think of it as a natural sunscreen for your lips.

Supplies Required

1. Beetroot juice/Beetroot powder

2. Beeswax

3. Glycerin

4. Vitamin E 

5. Empty container 

Method

Step 1: In a boiler, pour ½ cup of beetroot juice.

Step 2: Turn on the heat and allow the juice to boil for 2 minutes.

Step 3: Once it turns frothy and bubbly, turn off the heat and allow it to cool for 15 mins. 

Step 4: Pour the juice into a container and add 1 tbsp of beeswax and 1 tbsp of glycerin into the mix.

Step 5: Cover the bowl with wax paper and leave it in the microwave for 1 minute.

Step 6: Add 2 drops of Vitamin E into the mix and stir well. 

Step 7: Pour the mix into a container and leave it in the fridge to cool for 6 hours.

How To Make Lipstick With Fruit

Did you know that raspberries and mulberries can make your lips taste berry delicious?! These tiny fruits are extremely pigmented and will colour your lips a pretty berry tint if you decide to make lipstick out of them. Here’s everything you need to know about how to make lipstick with fruit.

Supplies Required

1. Mulberries & Raspberries

2. Olive Oil

3. Beeswax 

4. Empty container

Method

Step 1: In a glass bowl, add a few mulberries and raspberries.

Step 2: Leave it in the microwave for 1 minute.

Step 3: Use the backend of your spoon to mash the berries. 

Step 4: Use a cheesecloth to separate the juice from the pulp.

Step 5: Now, add 1 tbsp of olive oil and 1 tsp of beeswax.

Step 6: Microwave for a minute and pour the mixture into a container.

Step 7: Leave in the fridge overnight to cool.

How To Make Lipstick With Rose Petals

Ever wondered how to make lipstick using flowers? Say hello to rose petals! Making lipstick with rose petals is as easy as making DIY rose water. Any product made from rose petals is bound to nourish your lips and make them smooth and supple. Plus, it’s an ingredient that’s easily available in the market.

Supplies Required

1. Rose petals

2. Beeswax

3. Vanilla Extract

4. Olive Oil

5. Empty container 

Method

Step 1: Toss 1 big cup of bright red rose petals into a mixer. 

Step 2: Grind for 30 secs till you’re left with a thick paste.

Step 3: Pour the paste into a boiler along with ½ cup of water.

Step 4: Use a cheesecloth to separate the juice from the petals.

Step 5: Now, add 1 tbsp of olive oil and 1 tsp of beeswax.

Step 6: Microwave for a minute and pour the mixture into a container. 

Step 7: Add 1 tsp of vanilla extract and stir well.

Step 8: Pour the mixture into a container and leave it cool in the fridge.

How To Make Lipstick With Petroleum Jelly

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Everyone has a tub of petroleum jelly at home and most of the time, it’s just sitting there untouched. If you have a lipstick that’s on the verge of getting over, then you can use petroleum jelly to add more years to the product. Here’s how to make lipstick at home with lip balm or petroleum jelly.

Supplies Required

1. Old lipstick

2. Petroleum Jelly

3. Old container

Method

Step 1: Chop an old lipstick into fine slices and toss the chunks into a bowl.

Step 2: Add 1 tbsp of petroleum jelly into the mix.

Step 3: Leave the bowl in the microwave for 1 minute.

Step 4: Pour the mixture into a container.

Step 7: Leave in the fridge overnight to cool. 

How To Make Red Lipstick At Home

There’s something different about red lipstick compared to the other shades out there. It makes a statement without you having to utter a single word. The best part is this homemade lipstick is super easy to make from scratch.

Supplies Required

1. Coconut oil

2. Red food colouring powder

3. Beeswax

4. Essential oil

5. Old container

Method

Step 1: In a glass bowl, melt ¼ cup of beeswax, 1 tbsp of shea butter and 1 tbsp coconut oil. 

Step 2: Add 1 tbsp of red food colouring powder.

Step 3: Add 2 drops of essential oil and mix well. 

Step 4: Pour into an old lipstick tube or container and store in the fridge to cool.

How To Make Pink Lipstick At Home

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Apart from red, every woman also owns a pink lipstick. It’s worn on days when she wants to turn heads, but make a subtle attempt to do so.

Supplies Required

1. White Clay

2. Red food colouring powder

3. Castor oil

4. Shea butter

5. Almond oil 

Method

Step 1: In a bowl, melt ¼ cup of beeswax, 1 tbsp of shea butter and 1 tbsp castor oil. 

Step 2: Add 1 tbsp of red food colouring powder.

Step 3: Add 1 tbsp of white clay to the mix and stir well to get a pink shade. 

Step 4: Add 2 drops of almond oil and stir well.

Step 4: Pour into an old lipstick tube or container and store in the fridge to cool. 

FAQs

Which ingredient makes lipsticks last longer?

If you buy a lipstick from the shop, most of them will contain silicon oil. Silicon oil tends to seal the colour to your lips. However, with DIY lipsticks, the shelf-life is shorter because we’re using natural ingredients. Keep your DIY lipstick not more than 3 weeks with you. You’ll know when the product has gone bad when it smells off, there’s a change in texture, and your skin breaks out because of it.

What is natural lipstick?

A natural lipstick product that’s made from fruits, herbal or plant extracts can be classified as natural.

What are some toxic ingredients found in lipsticks?

Lead, chromium, aluminium, cadmium and methylparaben.

Is it safe to DIY lipsticks with a crayon?

Yes, if you use non-toxic crayons. Crayons aren’t meant for the skin and if your skin does itch because of it, you should wash it off your face asap.

Now that you know how to make lipstick at home naturally, the possibilities of making your signature lippie are endless! Yes, the quality may not match up to a commercial lipstick sold in the market, but at least, it will do the job of painting your pout in the most natural way possible. All the best!

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