Basic Lip Gloss 101

• 12 teaspoon grated beeswax
• 2 teaspoons oil (or any combination as long as the total is about 2 tsp, see directions for suggestions)
• 18 teaspoon flavored extract (such as peppermint, vanilla, almond, coconut, strawberry, orange, lemon, etc. or a combination such ) (optional) or 18 teaspoon oil (such as peppermint, vanilla, almond, coconut, strawberry, orange, lemon, etc. or a combination such ) (optional)
• 18-1 teaspoon powdered beets (if you want a colored lip gloss, add more or less depending on the tint you want) (optional)

1. Melt wax and oil together in a double boiler or water bath.
2. Remove from heat and add flavoring or beet powder if using.
3. Pour into a clean container or pillbox.
4. Cool completely until solid - refrigeration will speed up cooling time.
5. Apply to your lips with a clean finger or lip brush.
6. Suggestions for oil: coconut oil, cocoa butter (grated if you are using solid), almond oil, vitamin E oil, castor oil, lanolin (be conscious of wool allergies), wheat germ oil, jojoba oil, sunflower oil, avocado oil.

grated beeswax, oil, peppermint, powdered beets

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/basic-lip-gloss-101-268322 (may not work)