We lick an average of up to 20 grams of lip care from our lips in one year, which corresponds to about three whole lip care sticks. This was calculated by the scientific advisory board of the EU Commission (SCCS). Naturally, you should then ask yourself the question: what is it that you are actually »eating«? The results of the Öko Test, for example, which took a closer look at lip care products in 2018, are worrying. Manufacturers like to use petroleum-based cosmetic ingredients because they are cheap and available in bulk. The problem is that petroleum-based ingredients can contain aromatic petroleum hydrocarbons. These, in turn, may contain components that can be carcinogenic even in very small amounts. In addition, synthetic fragrances and chemical UV filters are often used, which can trigger allergies and have shown hormone-active potential. Also, only six of the 24 lip care sticks tested had no unnecessary outer packaging.

These should be enough reasons for you to simply and naturally make your own lip care products. And you only need four ingredients to do so.

Coconut oil

Coconut oil helps the lip skin to regulate the moisture balance itself. In combination with the vitamins it contains, the oil helps cracks and rough areas on the lips heal faster and also prevent their formation. In addition, the oil offers protection against free radicals and, thanks to its antiviral effect, also counteracts the formation of herpes blisters.

Shea butter

The unsaponifiable ingredients of shea butter (up to 11 %) are considered to be skin-friendly and caring, with protective properties. The butter has a refatting, moisture-regulating, and smoothing effect. This makes shea butter an excellent care product for dry, low-fat, and scaly skin.

Beeswax

The wax provides a light, enveloping protective film, which is especially helpful for dry, brittle, and irritated skin.

Essential basil oil

Essential basil oil has a strong blood circulation stimulating effect, which in turn stimulates cell renewal and thus supports the rejuvenation of the skin. It also has an anti-inflammatory and strong antibacterial effect. The oil has an intensive, balsamic, and spicy fragrance profile.

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