Vegan Lip & Body Balm (Ointment) Base - Instructions
100% Natural | Customisable | Multi-Purpose
Create nourishing lip or body balms effortlessly — just melt, customise, and pour.
Important Safety Advice ⚠️
✔ Always patch test before use — Apply a small amount of finished balm to the inner wrist or elbow. Wait 24 hours to check for any irritation.
✔ Essential Oil Safety — Do not exceed 2% of the total balm weight. If using on lips, ensure your essential oil is lip-safe. Avoid use on infants, young children, or sensitive areas without professional advice.
✔ Keep out of reach of children.
✔ Avoid contact with eyes — If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water.
✔ For external use only — This product is not edible.
✔ Allergy Awareness — Always check the ingredient list carefully. Discontinue use if irritation occurs.
✔ Handle with care — Melted balm gets hot! Always use heat-resistant containers and supervise heating.
💡 Tip: If gifting or selling your balm, always label clearly and include a full ingredient list.
🌿 Why Makers Love It
A simple, natural base for crafting your own rich, nourishing lip and body balms.
There’s no single way to use this base — it’s designed as a versatile foundation for you to build on. Whether you’re creating a firm lip balm, a buttery body balm, or something in between, this base gives you the freedom to customise your creation.
✔ Want it firmer? Reduce added oils or add a touch of extra base.
✔ Prefer it softer or creamier? Add more liquid oils or soft butters like shea or mango.
✔ Love a signature scent? Add essential oils or lip-safe flavours within safe usage limits.
💡 Tip: Test in small batches, explore different textures, and make it your own. Every blend is a reflection of your unique touch.
How to Use
This 100% natural Balm Base is designed to be customised and adapted for whatever you’re creating — whether it’s a nourishing lip balm, a silky hand balm, or an ultra-rich body balm.
Basic Formulation Guidelines
A quick guide to help you get started:
| Product Type | Suggested Carrier Oil Addition % | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Lip Balm (Tube / Stick) | 10%-20% | Firmer texture for push or twist tubes. |
| Hand Balm (Pot / Jar) | 50-100% | Softer texture for easy scooping and spreading. |
Customisation Guide
✔ 1 part Balm Base: The structure and foundation — conditioning and protective.
✔ Up to 100% Carrier Oils: Adds softness and nourishment (e.g., jojoba, almond, rosehip).
✔ Up to 30% Butters: For a richer, creamy texture (e.g., shea, mango, cocoa butter).
✔ Up to 2% Essential or Flavour Oils: Natural scent or flavour — ensure suitability for lips and follow usage limits.
✔ Up to 1% Vitamin E Oil
Helps to sooth & extend the freshness of your balm.
Texture & Consistency Guide
✔ Want it softer? → Add more carrier oils or soft butters.
✔ Want it firmer? → Reduce oils and butters or add a touch of natural wax.
💡 Tip: Start with a mini batch to find your perfect formula — then scale up!
How to Prepare
⚠️ Important: Once your ingredients are melted, vigorous mixing is essential. Base must reach over 55°C before removing from heat.
- Sterilise: All tools, jars, and bowls with boiling water. Allow to air dry completely.
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Melt Balm Base:
Microwave Method:- Place balm in microwave-safe jug.
- Heat in 20-second bursts until 80% melted.
- Stir quickly and vigorously until fully melted.
- Place jug in pot with water halfway up sides.
- Apply low heat — no need to boil.
- Stir gently until ~80% melted. Remove and stir until smooth.
- Add Carrier Oils, Butters, Vitamin E Oil etc.: Mix quickly and vigorously. Reheat slightly if base begins to set.
- Add Essential or Flavour Oils: Mix thoroughly. Avoid adding to base while very hot to preserve aroma and potency.
- Stir as Base Cools: Continue steady stirring as it thickens — this ensures smooth texture and prevents separation. Once you begin to see the balm set a little at the top, it is ready to pour.
- Transfer & Label: Pour into containers. Leave lids off for ~5+ hours to cool. Only apply the lid once the balm has cooled down, failing to do so can cause the condensation to produce water and then bacteria. Label with date and ingredients.
🌿 Enjoy your handmade Balm! 😊
Storage & Handling
✔ Use clean hands or a spatula to dispense.
✔ Store in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight and humidity.
✔ Keep lids sealed when not in use.
✔ Use within 3–6 months. This balm contains no preservative — monitor for changes in smell, texture, or appearance over time.
