lip scrub

Hey Guys! Sorry it's been a while, life just got a little crazy busy! But I am back at it! Today I'm talking about lip care! If you're like me and get periodically dry lips throughout the year, you're going to want to try this! I made a DIY lip scrub from all ingredients you can find in your kitchen cupboard. Super easy and a fun DIY project for the summer!  Here's what you'll need:

-1 tsp. of coconut oil

-1 tbsp. of granulated sugar

-food coloring of your choice

-flavor extract (optional) I chose mint

-small container (can find at any dollar store)

The brand of coconut oil doesn't really matter, any from a health food store or the organic section in the grocery store will work great!

Measure 1 Tsp. of coconut oil and place in a small bowl. You want it to be in a liquid form so you may need to put it in the microwave for a few seconds.

Measure 1 Tbsp. of granulated sugar and mix with the coconut oil. (If you did preheat the oil make sure its not warm or too hot that the sugar just dissolves). You want it to be a "wet sand" texture.

Add in any flavoring of your choice, I love mint so that's why I chose it!

Food colouring is completely optional but I wanted my lip scrub to be a fun colour so I chose purple!

Once it's completely mixed pack into a small container and you're finished!

To use the lip scrub put a little bit on your finger and gently massage onto your lips (it will feel rough but it dissolves pretty quickly). As the sugar exfoliates your lips the coconut oil moisturizes them. Not to mention with the mint it taste great too! After you've applied the lip scrub and its dissolved, apply your favorite lip balm. I'm a firm believer in what works for me won't always work for you but its definitely worth a try and it's something fun and easy to make! Immediately my lips felt softer but even using it periodically throughout the week I noticed a big difference! Anyways hope everyone is having a great summer! And have fun making your lip scrub!

xoxo Clarissa