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!
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?
Supplies:
Un-Petroleum Multi-Purpose Jelly
Wilton’s Pearl dust
Bead or Cosmetic Containers
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!
Nat & Holly
Brilliant! My daughter would love this! I’m loving all your fun DIY beauty projects! Miss you! Hugs, Nat ;)
Crystal
I miss you tons, Nat! I’m sure miss Bella would love the lip gloss. :)
Madalyn McArthur
This looks so great! I’m going to have to try it!
Vanessa @ See Vanessa Craft
Fun!!
Michelle
Love the addition of edible glitter – genius!
Michelle @ On A Wing And A Prayer
Lacey
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.
Crystal
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!
kathy amweg
Where did you find the pearl dust or color dust will be making it for our Daisy and Brownies
Crystal
kathy amweg » You can find the pearl dust at most craft/baking stores. I found mine at Michaels and Hobby Lobby. Hope that helps!
Stephanie
If you want more colors, it’s available from a lot of places online. Hobby Lobby and Michael’s often have a limited selection.
Crystal
How fun and easy!! Love it!!
K Lewis
I live in the boonies. Is there a place online to purchase the containers? If not, where did you get them?
Love this idea!
Crystal
K Lewis » I purchased them from Hobby Lobby, but you could definitely find small bead containers on Amazon. Thanks for stopping by!
Kathy
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!
Dana @ This Silly Girl's Life
Wow, how easy!
Capturing Joy with Kristen Duke
so clever and cute!!
McKenzie @ Girl Loves Glam
I had no idea that you could make lip gloss! How cool!
Samantha D
Super cute idea for a little girl!
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Sheena
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.
Crystal
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!
Jelli
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.
Bethany
What a clever idea! I will have to try this, thanks for sharing!
Lynette
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?
Crystal
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!
Kim
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!
Kat
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!
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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!
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Lisa at Texas Decor
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!
katie
This is so cool! I had no idea how easy it is to make your own lip gloss!
Esther
I’m totally doing this! I have these ingredients in my house.
Sarah
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.
Anna
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. :)
Crystal
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: https://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
Randi - Dukes and Duchesses
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.
Heather
How easy and neat! Super fun craft for young girls!
Small Talk Mama
Oh, how fun! I think I’ll make myself some.
Melissa
Love this! Perfect for my daughter to make! Life to the full! Melissa
Crafty grandma
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
Naturallychic❤
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.
Crystal
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! :)
Naturallychic❤
Thank you so much!
Christopher
You can do this with koolaide power too. Gives it color and a flovor
RobinM
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. :)
Gabby
I did this as an activity for my party. It was a hit!
Lilysuckle
Fabulous Idea, how long does it last will it dry out & get hard or turn stale?
Tenielle S
Thank you for sharing! My daughter and I will be making these for her friend’s Christmas presents.
Natural Living
Really straightforward recipe; easy to follow with inexpensive ingredients. Great for the younger ones to make; thank you.
Alison Thompson
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! :)
Abby
My sister is going to love this! She loves lipgloss!
BlondieTakesBigIsland
love love. very cute and super easy! darling.
Anna H
I did this with lemonade mix
Betty
Where can I buy the Pearl dust to
Laura
So excited to try this next weekend with my granddaughter I bought flavorings to add I hope it works.
Laura
Yes you can it worked out just fine.
Laura
Can you add flavors to this lip gloss. Like Bubblegum
Teresa
Hi love your idea. But where do you find un-petroleum jelly
Kelly S.
You can add flavored extracts (fruit flavors, peppermint, etc.) to give them flavor or essential oils (just be sure they’re safe to ingest!).