Why it matters

Homemade products serve so many healthful needs, for us, for the planet. It's great to be in touch with the simple arts of making things we use, and, it helps us avoid overuse of chemical products.

A list of things you need

1. ½ teaspoon beeswax
2. ½ teaspoon cocoa butter
3. ½ teaspoon olive oil
4. ½ teaspoon honey
5. 1 vitamin-E capsule

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Melt beeswax and cocoa butter carefully over low heat in a sturdy pot.
2. Stir the mixture until the wax is melted, taking care not to splash, then remove from heat and add olive oil.
3. Stir in the honey as the cream solidifies.
4. Add the contents of the vitamin-E capsule.
5. Mix well.
6. Store lip balm in small container.

A helpful green hint:

If you're carrying lip balm in a purse or case, be sure to put a small sheet of wax paper under a tightly secured lid to protect from spillage.

Any recommendations and information presented here, either explicitly or implicitly, should not be construed as medical, legal or scientific advice. Follow these suggestions at your own risk.

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