Oil, health and beauty

How to Make Olive Oil Lip Balm: The DIY Recipe

Perhaps not everyone knows that olive oil , in addition to being widely used in cooking, is also a valid ally for cosmetics : a real natural remedy that helps repair and protect delicate skin . That's why it's perfect for lips , especially during the cold season. Olive oil is rich in vitamin E , which helps restore the lips' hydrolipidic film, promote cell renewal, and fight free radicals. In this way, the application of the oil prevents chapping and dryness of the skin. Today we'll see how to make a homemade lip balm using our precious olive oil. Ingredients for DIY lip balm 5 grams of extra virgin olive oil 2 grams of beeswax 2 drops of sweet orange essential oil Preparing the lip balm Pour the extra virgin olive oil and beeswax into a cup or small steel container and melt the ingredients in a bain-marie. When they become liquid, with the heat off, add two drops of sweet orange essential oil . At this point, place the resulting liquid in a plastic container or, if you have one, inside a lip balm and let it cool. Your natural olive oil lip balm is ready: apply it on dry or chapped lips whenever you need it, it will help you hydrate them and find immediate relief!