Saskatchewan Flax Development Commission

Linolicious Lip Balm

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Find relief from the discomfort of chapped lips caused by the cold,dry air of winter.

Ingredients:

  • 1 Tbsp (15 mL) grated, unbleached beeswax or beads 
  • 2 Tbsp (30 mL) flaxseed oil 
  • 1 tsp (5 mL) liquid honey 
  • 5 to 6 drops essential oil such as peppermint
1 Tbsp grated, unbleached beeswax or beads 2 Tbsp flaxseed oil 1 tsp liquid honey 5 to 6 drops essential oil such as peppermint

Instructions:

  1. Place wax in a small tin or heatproof container.
  2. Fill a small saucepan with 1 inch (2.5 cm) water. Place tin in water and bring to a simmer. Stir wax with a wooden chopstick until completely melted. Add oil, honey and essential oil and stir well to blend. Pour into pots or tubes.
  3. Let sit until completely set, at least 30 minutes. 

Yield:  3 Tbsp (45 mL)