Making soy lip balm involves melting soy wax and other ingredients, mixing them thoroughly, and then pouring the mixture into lip balm tubes. Here's a breakdown of the process:
Steps to Make Soy Lip Balm
- Melt the Soy Wax:
- Place a beaker on a hot plate or wax burner.
- Add soy wax and vegetable oil to the beaker.
- Heat until the soy wax is completely melted into the vegetable oil. Stir often to prevent burning.
- Add Remaining Ingredients:
- Remove the beaker from the hot plate after the soy wax has melted.
- Add 0.1g of cocoa butter shavings, 0.1g of sweetener, and 100uL of flavoring oil to the melted mixture.
- Mix Thoroughly:
- Mix all the ingredients until the cocoa butter shavings are completely dissolved.
- Pour into Lip Balm Tubes:
- Carefully pour the mixture into lip balm tubes.
Example Recipe (Based on Reference):
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Soy Wax | (Quantity N/A) |
| Vegetable Oil | (Quantity N/A) |
| Cocoa Butter | 0.1g |
| Sweetener | 0.1g |
| Flavoring Oil | 100uL |
Important Notes:
- The exact quantities of soy wax and vegetable oil are not specified in the reference, so you'll need to experiment to find the right ratio for your desired consistency.
- Stirring frequently while melting the soy wax prevents burning, which can affect the quality and smell of your lip balm.
- Adjust the amounts of sweetener and flavoring oil to your preference.
- Ensure all shavings are dissolved fully before pouring the mixture into the lip balm tubes to avoid a gritty texture.
