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Easy Two-Ingredient DIY Lip Gloss

May 21, 2013 by Crystal Owens 57 Comments

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Hey crafty friends, I have another homemade beauty post today…a DIY lip gloss tutorial using only two ingredients! This homemade lip gloss keeps your lips moisturized while adding a hint of color and shimmer just in time for Summer!

DIY Lip gloss tutorial

My daughter has recently become fascinated with lip gloss, well makeup in general. I’m not surprised though since she’s as girly as can be and loves dressing up. Every once in awhile I catch her wearing my Burt’s Bees lip gloss so I knew it was time to get her some lip gloss of her own. She was thrilled when I told her I made her lip gloss then asked if she could keep it in her purse. See what I mean? Total girly girl!

I used un-petroleum jelly for this homemade lip gloss because it’s made with plant oils and beeswax. The jelly soothes and softens your lips while leaving them moisturized for hours. To make this as safe as possible for my daughter I used Wilton’s pearl dust for an edible shimmer effect. If you prefer to make this lip gloss without shimmer you can use color dust which is basically the same without the sparkle..but who doesn’t like a little bit of sparkle?

DIY Lip GlossSupplies:

Un-Petroleum Multi-Purpose Jelly

Wilton’s Pearl dust

Bead or Cosmetic Containers

Homemade Lip Gloss

To make the lip gloss I used about a tablespoon of un-petroleum jelly and mixed it with the pearl dust. I didn’t measure the dust, I simply sprinkled it in until I achieved the desired color. My favorite is the gold pearl dust lip gloss, it’s almost clear with a pretty shimmer.

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Thanks for stopping by!

DIY Lip Gloss Tutorial

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  1. Nat & Holly

    May 21, 2013 at 12:50 pm

    Brilliant! My daughter would love this! I’m loving all your fun DIY beauty projects! Miss you! Hugs, Nat ;)

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    • Crystal

      May 21, 2013 at 1:56 pm

      I miss you tons, Nat! I’m sure miss Bella would love the lip gloss. :)

      Reply
  2. Madalyn McArthur

    May 21, 2013 at 5:22 pm

    This looks so great! I’m going to have to try it!

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  3. Vanessa @ See Vanessa Craft

    May 21, 2013 at 6:22 pm

    Fun!!

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  4. Michelle

    May 21, 2013 at 8:02 pm

    Love the addition of edible glitter – genius!

    Michelle @ On A Wing And A Prayer

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  5. Lacey

    May 22, 2013 at 12:44 pm

    Can you tell me what the Pearl Dust is and where I find it? I have just never heard of it. Thanks for everything on your blog! I love reading it all.

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    • Crystal

      May 28, 2013 at 1:35 am

      Lacey » Hi Lacey, thanks for the sweet comment! I purchased the pearl dust at Michales and Hobby Lobby in the baking aisle. Thanks for stopping by!

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    • kathy amweg

      September 29, 2013 at 10:31 am

      Where did you find the pearl dust or color dust will be making it for our Daisy and Brownies

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      • Crystal

        September 29, 2013 at 2:59 pm

        kathy amweg » You can find the pearl dust at most craft/baking stores. I found mine at Michaels and Hobby Lobby. Hope that helps!

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    • Stephanie

      February 3, 2017 at 6:33 pm

      If you want more colors, it’s available from a lot of places online. Hobby Lobby and Michael’s often have a limited selection.

      Reply
  6. Crystal

    May 22, 2013 at 1:20 pm

    How fun and easy!! Love it!!

    Reply
  7. K Lewis

    May 22, 2013 at 1:33 pm

    I live in the boonies. Is there a place online to purchase the containers? If not, where did you get them?
    Love this idea!

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    • Crystal

      May 28, 2013 at 1:35 am

      K Lewis » I purchased them from Hobby Lobby, but you could definitely find small bead containers on Amazon. Thanks for stopping by!

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    • Kathy

      July 6, 2013 at 7:37 pm

      Wish I would’ve saw this last week when I did a spa party for my daughter who just turned nine. I used Kool aide packets in mine. It was fun and the girls loved it. I bought my containers at Walmart, 2 for a dollar, over in the travel size section. They were perfect with twist on lids and they had a few different colors to choose from. I will have to try this one next! Thanks!

      Reply
  8. Dana @ This Silly Girl's Life

    May 22, 2013 at 1:34 pm

    Wow, how easy!

    Reply
  9. Capturing Joy with Kristen Duke

    May 22, 2013 at 8:37 pm

    so clever and cute!!

    Reply
  10. McKenzie @ Girl Loves Glam

    May 22, 2013 at 9:39 pm

    I had no idea that you could make lip gloss! How cool!

    Reply
  11. Samantha D

    May 23, 2013 at 7:02 am

    Super cute idea for a little girl!

    Sam
    http://cooksandcreates.blogspot.com/

    (found you on The 36th Ave)

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  12. Sheena

    May 23, 2013 at 6:16 pm

    Where did you get the pearl dust from? I have some little containers that would be prefect for lip gloss and I have been thinking about letting my daughters make some this summer.

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    • Crystal

      May 28, 2013 at 1:34 am

      Sheena » Hi Sheena, I bought the pearl dust at Michaels and Hobby Lobby in the baking aisle. I hope your daughters enjoy them, thanks for stopping by!

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  13. Jelli

    May 23, 2013 at 7:35 pm

    I love this idea! I’ve made plenty of lip glosses in my day, but never thought to use an edible pearl dust. This is perfect for little girls! Will definitely be sharing the link. Thanks for sharing this idea. I’m visiting from Tidy Mom.

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  14. Bethany

    May 23, 2013 at 9:19 pm

    What a clever idea! I will have to try this, thanks for sharing!

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  15. Lynette

    May 23, 2013 at 9:46 pm

    I love this idea. I can never find lipgloss I like and I’d love making it myself! Is there anyway you can think of that I could add a smell to it?

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    • Crystal

      May 28, 2013 at 1:32 am

      Lynette » Hi Lynette, I haven’t tried adding a scent but maybe flavoring that would use for baking could work? If you try it let me know how it works! Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  16. Kim

    May 24, 2013 at 5:49 pm

    Genius! I cannot stand all the chemicals in make up…especially for my girls. We are off to CVS and Michael’s to get supplies! Thanks!

    Reply
  17. Kat

    May 26, 2013 at 6:32 pm

    I can’t believe how easy this is. I always see DIY lip products, but they always have odd ingredients and I love that this is something that I could do quickly! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  18. [email protected]

    May 27, 2013 at 7:12 am

    What a fantastic idea and so easy! We will have to share with our zillion nieces :) Coming by from I Heart Nap Time Sunday Scoop. Be sure to drop by and link up with us BeBetsy Link and Hop!
    Best of days!! ~ Sharon and Denise BeBetsy

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  19. Lisa at Texas Decor

    May 27, 2013 at 12:13 pm

    This is a wonderful idea! I never thought to make my own, but this is definitely something I could attempt. :) I love that there’s only 2 ingredients! Your photography is beautiful!

    Reply
  20. katie

    May 27, 2013 at 7:59 pm

    This is so cool! I had no idea how easy it is to make your own lip gloss!

    Reply
  21. Esther

    May 27, 2013 at 8:12 pm

    I’m totally doing this! I have these ingredients in my house.

    Reply
  22. Sarah

    May 28, 2013 at 11:20 am

    Great idea. My daughter is getting into this stuff as well, she has a tube of lip balm in her purse now. This would be so fun, and super special for her. Thank you for sharing.

    Reply
  23. Anna

    May 28, 2013 at 2:17 pm

    This is a fabulous idea. I read through all the comments thinking someone would ask where to get the Un-petroleum Jelly, but since no one did, would you please tell me? I haven’t heard of it, and I see by your tube it is made by Alba. So I assume anywhere that carries Alba products would have it. Also, I’m going to guess it might be in the baby aisle. My babies are 25 and 22, so I don’t frequent that aisle anymore. :)

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    • Crystal

      May 28, 2013 at 3:44 pm

      Anna » Hi Anna! I found my un-petroluem jelly in the natural food and health section of my grocery store, but you may be able to find it in the baby section since it’s also a baby product. If you can’t find it at your local grocery store try Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Alba-Un-Petrolum-Jelly-3-5-Ounce/dp/B000OO7546/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1369781056&sr=8-1&keywords=un-petroleum+jelly

      Reply
  24. Randi - Dukes and Duchesses

    May 28, 2013 at 6:38 pm

    This idea is brilliant. I had no idea they even made unpetroleum jelly so I have to check that out … and this is the perfect way to use some of the edible pearl dust I have! Can’t wait to try it … I’m pinning.

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  25. Heather

    May 29, 2013 at 6:44 am

    How easy and neat! Super fun craft for young girls!

    Reply
  26. Small Talk Mama

    May 30, 2013 at 6:36 am

    Oh, how fun! I think I’ll make myself some.

    Reply
  27. Melissa

    June 1, 2013 at 5:25 pm

    Love this! Perfect for my daughter to make! Life to the full! Melissa

    Reply
  28. Crafty grandma

    June 2, 2013 at 7:18 am

    Love this idea!!!! will have to definitely try it for my grand-daughter….her b’day is only in only in October but it’s never too early to get ‘little things’ ready. I know she loves lipstick and makeup just as her mother did. I used to sell Avon products when my daughter was little and it never failed that she had to ‘try’ my products especially lipstick! Today she is 38 and when she comes over and sees a new lipstick; again she has to ‘try it’….some things never change!! TFS

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  29. Naturallychic❤

    June 10, 2013 at 10:07 pm

    Love this idea! For sure going to be making a ton of these. Does anyone know any actual stores i can get the containers from ? Like besides amazon and ebay.

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    • Crystal

      June 11, 2013 at 1:15 am

      Naturallychic❤ » Hi Melina, the containers are from Hobby Lobby. They are actually bead containers and came in a pack of 4. I hope that helps! :)

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      • Naturallychic❤

        June 11, 2013 at 10:46 am

        Thank you so much!

        Reply
  30. Christopher

    July 9, 2013 at 5:24 pm

    You can do this with koolaide power too. Gives it color and a flovor

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  31. RobinM

    July 10, 2013 at 8:01 am

    Genius! I have also heard that you can use KoolAid for color and flavor as well. I might have to try this one for my co-workers. :)

    Reply
  32. Gabby

    August 17, 2013 at 1:21 pm

    I did this as an activity for my party. It was a hit!

    Reply
  33. Lilysuckle

    June 8, 2014 at 5:08 pm

    Fabulous Idea, how long does it last will it dry out & get hard or turn stale?

    Reply
  34. Tenielle S

    December 21, 2014 at 10:51 am

    Thank you for sharing! My daughter and I will be making these for her friend’s Christmas presents.

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  35. Natural Living

    June 25, 2015 at 12:05 pm

    Really straightforward recipe; easy to follow with inexpensive ingredients. Great for the younger ones to make; thank you.

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  36. Alison Thompson

    April 4, 2016 at 2:41 pm

    What a great recipe, thanks! I am curious if the pearl dust makes their lips turn that color or if it is generally clear or just light. I am hoping to do this at a birthday party, and I want to make sure I don’t have a lot of moms who are wondering why I let their little girls make purple lip gloss that makes their lips LOOK purple! :)

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  37. Abby

    April 5, 2016 at 8:07 am

    My sister is going to love this! She loves lipgloss!

    Reply
  38. BlondieTakesBigIsland

    April 19, 2016 at 4:32 pm

    love love. very cute and super easy! darling.

    Reply
  39. Anna H

    January 21, 2017 at 3:47 am

    I did this with lemonade mix

    Reply
  40. Betty

    June 30, 2017 at 6:11 am

    Where can I buy the Pearl dust to

    Reply
  41. Laura

    October 6, 2017 at 12:30 pm

    So excited to try this next weekend with my granddaughter I bought flavorings to add I hope it works.

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    • Laura

      October 15, 2017 at 5:08 am

      Yes you can it worked out just fine.

      Reply
  42. Laura

    October 10, 2017 at 4:53 pm

    Can you add flavors to this lip gloss. Like Bubblegum

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  43. Teresa

    November 1, 2017 at 6:38 am

    Hi love your idea. But where do you find un-petroleum jelly

    Reply
  44. Kelly S.

    November 26, 2017 at 12:52 pm

    You can add flavored extracts (fruit flavors, peppermint, etc.) to give them flavor or essential oils (just be sure they’re safe to ingest!).

    Reply

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