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Make your own Coconut Lime Lip Scrub
Prep Time:5 minutes Difficulty: Easy Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons sugar (brown or white)
- ½ tablespoon lukewarm water
- 3–4 drops Lime essential oil
Instructions:
1. Combine coconut oil, honey, sugar, lukewarm water, and Lime essential oil and mix well.
Store in container of choice.
2. When ready to use, mix well and apply to lips massaging in small circular motions.
3. Wipe the scrub off with a clean cloth and lukewarm water.
Apply lip balm
You can exfoliate your lips twice per week to keep them hydrated and smooth. Be sure to never over-exfoliate as this can dry out your lips.
Tips:
*Any of the essential oils in this recipe can be switched out for essential oils of your choosing.
Tips: *Any of the essential oils in this recipe can be switched out for essential oils of your choosing.
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