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DIY Lip Gloss
INGREDIENTS
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Basic Lip Gloss
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INGREDIENTS
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1 teaspoon aloe vera gel or honey
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1/2 teaspoon melted coconut oil
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1/8 teaspoon of vitamin E oil
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INSTRUCTIONS
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Mix all ingredients together.
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Store in small container for up to six months.
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Tip: Find storage containers at hobby stores or use any small plastic, glass or metal containers with lids.
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Flavor and Scent Suggestions
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Add flavor or scent by adding any of these ingredients:*
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A few drops of lavender or Tea tree oil
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Cocoa butter (substitute for coconut oil in recipe)
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Almond oil (omit coconut oil in base recipe, use 1/4 teaspoon almond oil)
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Couple drops of vanilla extract
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Any skin-friendly lotion
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*Tip: Only add essential oils that are skin friendly, and make sure added flavors are edible.
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How to Add Color
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Bring a pop of color to lip gloss by adding these ingredients to the base mixture:
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Powdered drink mix
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Beet, cherry, pomegranate or blueberry juice
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Beet root powder
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Hibiscus powder
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Cocoa powder
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Cinnamon
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Powered eye shadow
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