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
May 21, 2013 at 12:50 pmBrilliant! My daughter would love this! I’m loving all your fun DIY beauty projects! Miss you! Hugs, Nat ;)
Crystal
May 21, 2013 at 1:56 pmI miss you tons, Nat! I’m sure miss Bella would love the lip gloss. :)
Madalyn McArthur
May 21, 2013 at 5:22 pmThis looks so great! I’m going to have to try it!
Vanessa @ See Vanessa Craft
May 21, 2013 at 6:22 pmFun!!
Michelle
May 21, 2013 at 8:02 pmLove the addition of edible glitter – genius!
Michelle @ On A Wing And A Prayer
Lacey
May 22, 2013 at 12:44 pmCan 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
May 28, 2013 at 1:35 amLacey » 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
September 29, 2013 at 10:31 amWhere did you find the pearl dust or color dust will be making it for our Daisy and Brownies
Crystal
September 29, 2013 at 2:59 pmkathy amweg » You can find the pearl dust at most craft/baking stores. I found mine at Michaels and Hobby Lobby. Hope that helps!
Stephanie
February 3, 2017 at 6:33 pmIf you want more colors, it’s available from a lot of places online. Hobby Lobby and Michael’s often have a limited selection.
Crystal
May 22, 2013 at 1:20 pmHow fun and easy!! Love it!!
K Lewis
May 22, 2013 at 1:33 pmI live in the boonies. Is there a place online to purchase the containers? If not, where did you get them?
Love this idea!
Crystal
May 28, 2013 at 1:35 amK Lewis » I purchased them from Hobby Lobby, but you could definitely find small bead containers on Amazon. Thanks for stopping by!
Kathy
July 6, 2013 at 7:37 pmWish 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
May 22, 2013 at 1:34 pmWow, how easy!
Capturing Joy with Kristen Duke
May 22, 2013 at 8:37 pmso clever and cute!!
McKenzie @ Girl Loves Glam
May 22, 2013 at 9:39 pmI had no idea that you could make lip gloss! How cool!
Samantha D
May 23, 2013 at 7:02 amSuper cute idea for a little girl!
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Sheena
May 23, 2013 at 6:16 pmWhere 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
May 28, 2013 at 1:34 amSheena » 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
May 23, 2013 at 7:35 pmI 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
May 23, 2013 at 9:19 pmWhat a clever idea! I will have to try this, thanks for sharing!
Lynette
May 23, 2013 at 9:46 pmI 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
May 28, 2013 at 1:32 amLynette » 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
May 24, 2013 at 5:49 pmGenius! 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
May 26, 2013 at 6:32 pmI 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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May 27, 2013 at 7:12 amWhat 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
May 27, 2013 at 12:13 pmThis 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
May 27, 2013 at 7:59 pmThis is so cool! I had no idea how easy it is to make your own lip gloss!
Esther
May 27, 2013 at 8:12 pmI’m totally doing this! I have these ingredients in my house.
Sarah
May 28, 2013 at 11:20 amGreat 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
May 28, 2013 at 2:17 pmThis 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
May 28, 2013 at 3:44 pmAnna » 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
Randi - Dukes and Duchesses
May 28, 2013 at 6:38 pmThis 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
May 29, 2013 at 6:44 amHow easy and neat! Super fun craft for young girls!
Small Talk Mama
May 30, 2013 at 6:36 amOh, how fun! I think I’ll make myself some.
Melissa
June 1, 2013 at 5:25 pmLove this! Perfect for my daughter to make! Life to the full! Melissa
Crafty grandma
June 2, 2013 at 7:18 amLove 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❤
June 10, 2013 at 10:07 pmLove 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
June 11, 2013 at 1:15 amNaturallychic❤ » 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❤
June 11, 2013 at 10:46 amThank you so much!
Christopher
July 9, 2013 at 5:24 pmYou can do this with koolaide power too. Gives it color and a flovor
RobinM
July 10, 2013 at 8:01 amGenius! 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
August 17, 2013 at 1:21 pmI did this as an activity for my party. It was a hit!
Lilysuckle
June 8, 2014 at 5:08 pmFabulous Idea, how long does it last will it dry out & get hard or turn stale?
Tenielle S
December 21, 2014 at 10:51 amThank you for sharing! My daughter and I will be making these for her friend’s Christmas presents.
Natural Living
June 25, 2015 at 12:05 pmReally straightforward recipe; easy to follow with inexpensive ingredients. Great for the younger ones to make; thank you.
Alison Thompson
April 4, 2016 at 2:41 pmWhat 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
April 5, 2016 at 8:07 amMy sister is going to love this! She loves lipgloss!
BlondieTakesBigIsland
April 19, 2016 at 4:32 pmlove love. very cute and super easy! darling.
Anna H
January 21, 2017 at 3:47 amI did this with lemonade mix
Betty
June 30, 2017 at 6:11 amWhere can I buy the Pearl dust to
Laura
October 6, 2017 at 12:30 pmSo excited to try this next weekend with my granddaughter I bought flavorings to add I hope it works.
Laura
October 15, 2017 at 5:08 amYes you can it worked out just fine.
Laura
October 10, 2017 at 4:53 pmCan you add flavors to this lip gloss. Like Bubblegum
Teresa
November 1, 2017 at 6:38 amHi love your idea. But where do you find un-petroleum jelly
Kelly S.
November 26, 2017 at 12:52 pmYou can add flavored extracts (fruit flavors, peppermint, etc.) to give them flavor or essential oils (just be sure they’re safe to ingest!).