4-Ingredient DIY Sugar + Honey Lip Scrub

Do you struggle with dry or chapped lips, especially in colder months? Try out this sugar and honey lip scrub recipe!

Packed with natural moisturizers and gentle exfoliants, this DIY lip scrub transforms lips from dry and dull to soft and smooth.

This natural beauty recipe is a simple, affordable way to keep your lips soft, smooth, and ready for anything.

I started making my own honey lip scrub a while back, especially during winter months when the cold dries out my skin and lips.

This simple recipe has become my secret weapon for keeping my lips looking great, so I knew I had to share it with you!

Honey is a natural humectant, meaning it draws moisture to your lips, leaving them hydrated and soft. Sugar provides gentle exfoliation, sloughing away dead skin cells.

In this guide, I’ll cover everything you need to know about honey lip scrubs, including the best ingredients, a step-by-step DIY recipe, and tips on making the most of this homemade lip treatment.

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How To Make Honey Lip Scrub

This nourishing lip scrub is easy and quick to make, and they make for great holiday gifts too! And it pairs perfectly with this DIY body scrub!

Ingredients for DIY Honey Lip Scrub

• 1 tablespoon of honey
• 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar (white or brown)
• 1 teaspoon of coconut oil (or any carrier oil like almond or grapeseed oil)
• 8-10 drops of essential oil (like peppermint, lavender, or vanilla for fragrance)
• small honey jar

DIY Honey Lip Scrub Recipe

Mix the Honey and Sugar: In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of honey and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Stir until they’re thoroughly mixed.

Add the Carrier Oil: Next, add 1 teaspoon of coconut oil (or any other carrier oil like almond or grapeseed). Mix the ingredients until they form a slightly thick paste.

Add Essential Oils: Finally, add your chosen essential oil. Stir everything until evenly combined.

How To Use Your Hydrating Lip Scrub

To get the most out of your honey lip scrub, here are a few tips to use your honey lip scrub:

• Apply a small amount of the honey lip scrub to your lips. Using your fingertip, gently massage in circular motions for about a minute. This will help exfoliate any dead skin and leave your lips feeling soft.
  
• After scrubbing, rinse off the mixture with warm water.
  
• Gently pat your lips dry with a towel, then follow up with a moisturizing lip balm to lock in hydration.
  
• Limit use to once or twice a week. Over-exfoliating can lead to irritation, which we don’t want!

Tip: Avoid scrubbing too hard, as the lip skin is delicate and can get irritated if exfoliated with too much force.

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Honey Lip Scrub

Yield: 2-4 Ounces

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Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon of honey
• 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar (white or brown)
• 1 teaspoon of coconut oil (or any carrier oil like almond or grapeseed oil)
• 8-10 drops essential oil

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, mix the honey and sugar together until well combined.
2. Add the carrier oil and mix until the mixture forms a paste.
3. Next, add in your essential oils and mix until combined. 

Notes

To Use:

• Gently massage the scrub onto your lips in circular motions for about 1 minute
• Rinse off with warm water and pat your lips dry with a towel.
• This scrub will help exfoliate dead skin and leave your lips feeling soft and smooth. Use it once a week for the best results.

• This lip scrub, if stored properly, should last about 2 to 3 weeks.

Raw Honey Benefits

Honey is packed with benefits that make it ideal for lip care. Here are a few of the benefits of honey:

• Natural Moisturizer: Honey is a natural humectant, which means it attracts moisture. By drawing water into your lips, honey helps keep them soft and supple. If you have chapped or dry lips, adding honey to your beauty routine can make a real difference.
  
• Healing Properties: Honey is known for its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. That’s why it’s often used in natural remedies. When applied to your lips, honey helps soothe and heal cracked, chapped skin, making it a perfect ingredient for a natural lip scrub.
  
• Rich in Antioxidants: The antioxidants in honey protect the lip and skin from environmental damage. This is especially important as lips are often exposed to sun, wind, and dry air.

Pro Tip: If the scrub becomes too runny, add a bit more sugar. If it’s too thick, mix in a bit more oil to adjust the consistency.

Storing and Preserving Your Homemade Honey Lip Scrub

For best results, store your honey lip scrub in a small, airtight container.

Mason jars or small honey jars work well. If stored properly, the scrub should last for about months.

Always use clean fingers or a small spoon to scoop out the product to avoid introducing bacteria.

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Final Thoughts

A honey lip scrub is a fantastic, all-natural way to keep your lips feeling soft and looking healthy.

Grab some honey and sugar and make your own today! You won’t regret it.

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