Winter is the perfect time to get creative and do some fun, easy DIY projects! During those cold January days, you may find yourself going through tubes of lip balm to keep those chapped lips hydrated. Follow these simple steps in order to make your own moisturizing gloss!

What you’ll need:

• Petroleum Jelly (vaseline)
• Food coloring (optional) for tint
• Shea butter
• Small container
• heat proof bowl

Let’s get to it!

1. Place the bowl onto the stove on medium heat

2. When the bowl is evenly heated, add one tablespoon of petroleum jelly

3. When the petroleum jelly is semi-melted, add food coloring of your choice (Use colors such as red, pink, maroon, purple)

4. After the mixture is fully melted, add a teaspoon of shea butter This will provide moisture for your lips.

5. When the whole mixture is melted, quickly pour into a container

6. Store in the fridge! Use when the balm hardens a bit.

By: Sara and Shirin Khambalia