1 tablespoon of sugar
1 tablespoon of honey
2 tablespoons of coconut oil
A few drops of peppermint essential oil (optional)
How To Make DIY Sugar Lip Scrub At Home
In a bowl, mix the sugar and honey until they are completely mixed together.
Next, add the coconut oil and stir until smooth. Finally, mix in the peppermint essential oil with a few drops at a time until you like the scent.
To use the scrub, it is advisable to use your hands and fingers. Scoop some of the scrubs and apply them to your lips.
Rub the scrub onto your lips for about 1-2 minutes in circular motions. This is the best method to thoroughly exfoliate the lips and get rid of any dead skin.
You should be gentle even as you rub your lips to avoid bruising. When you are satisfied, you rinse the lips off with warm water and reveal your soft and smooth lips.
The sugar in the recipe is a good exfoliating agent. It is not super abrasive and will not cause any bruising when used correctly.
Coconut oil and honey are good moisturizers. They will moisturize the lips and help keep them soft and moist.
Can You Leave Lip Scrub On Overnight?
You can leave lip scrub overnight depending on the ingredients used to make the scrub. If you use the above lip scrub, then you can leave it overnight. In the morning you will have smooth and supple lips.
However, some lip scrubs especially those that are store-bought should not be left overnight. Be sure to read and follow what the use instructions recommend.
Does Exfoliating Lips Make Them Bigger?
Exfoliating lips can give them the illusion of them appearing bigger. This is because the rubbing motion stimulates blood flow to the area.
However, this easy and quick lip plump is short-lived and the lips go back to their normal size within a few hours.
Final Thoughts on DIY Lip Scrubs
Scrubbing your lips at home should be a regular skincare activity just like scrubbing the rest of your body.
