Sugar lip scrub is the best remedy for chapped lips. Learn how to make coconut oil lip scrub, honey lip scrub, and a brown sugar lip scrub with these simple tutorials. This DIY lip scrub is made with all-natural ingredients and essential oils that will naturally soothe dry, chapped lips.

COCONUT OIL LIP SCRUB

Coconut oil has amazing benefits for the skin and can be especially helpful for dry skin. I make my own chapstick, but when my lips need a little extra TLC, I love to make this lip scrub. 

It can be used a few times a week to prevent chapped skin during the winter months. Or you can use it more often if you already have chapped lips.

Every year we go to the mountains for a ski trip, and my lips are the first to notice the climate change. Or maybe its the altitude? Either way, chapped lips are almost a guarantee. This year when I came home, I decided to try a lip scrub!

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WHAT IS SUGAR LIP SCRUB?

Most sugar lip scrubs are made with sugar or honey, coconut oil, and essential oils. It can be used as a wash for the lips and will help to heal chapped skin. They are quick and easy to make! 

Coconut oil lip scrub will help to keep your lips healthy and soft. The added sugar will exfoliate the skin and remove flaky, dry skin. 

Since the skin on the lip is sensitive, it is best to use an exfoliate that is designed especially for the lip area, instead of a regular body exfoliation or hand or foot exfoliation.

HOW TO USE SUGAR LIP SCRUB? 

You can apply a sugar lip scrub in a couple of different ways. However, I always suggest doing it over the sink or in the shower because it will be a little messy. 

You can use your finger to apply the lip scrub or a clean toothbrush. Just get a little bit of the sugar lip scrub onto the finger or toothbrush and gently massage it onto the lips. 

Let the mixture sit for a minute or so and then wash off with warm water. 

LIP SCRUB RECIPES

This DIY lip scrub is easy to make and works great! Yes, you can buy it from the store, but why not make your own and save a little money? Plus, by making your own, you know exactly what you are putting on your skin. 

I am going to share a few different recipes with you! Choose which one sounds best to you or mix and match. There isn’t a real science behind making your own lip scrub; anyone can do it. 

COCONUT OIL LIP SCRUB 

This is my personal favorite! I am obsessed with anything coconut oil for my skin and love the way it moisturizes. I use coconut oil in my anti-aging serum, makeup remover, face moisturizer, and body butter. Why not use it for my lips too? I mean it is a superfood! 😉 

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INGREDIENTS 

2 tablespoons sugar (preferably organic) White or brown sugar will work in this recipe. 

1 teaspoon unrefined coconut oil 

1/2 teaspoon sweet almond oil 

5 drops lavender essential oil 

INSTRUCTIONS 

1. Add all the ingredients to a small mixing bowl. 
2. Mash with a fork and stir until all ingredients are well combined. 
3. Store in small airtight container or mason jar. 

HONEY LIP SCRUB 

Honey has so many benefits for the skin and your overall health. It has antiviral and antibacterial properties, making it great for natural skincare. It is best to find local raw honey, but if you can’t find that in your area, I found this honey to be the next best thing. 

INGREDIENTS 

2 tablespoons sugar (preferably organic) 

1 teaspoon raw honey 

1/2 teaspoon jojoba oil 

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

5 drops peppermint essential oil 

INSTRUCTIONS 

1. Add all the ingredients to a small mixing bowl. 
2. Mash with a fork and stir until all ingredients are well combined. 
3. Store in small airtight container or mason jar. 

NOTE: If you wish to make this a vegan lip scrub, you can substitute the honey with agave using equal parts. 

BROWN SUGAR LIP SCRUB 

Organic brown sugar makes an excellent exfoliation for your lips and will help to remove flaky dead skin cells. When using sugar scrub on the lips, be sure to apply gently as the area is very sensitive skin. 

INGREDIENTS 

2 tablespoons brown sugar (preferably organic) 

1 teaspoon olive oil

5 drops chamomile essential oil 

INSTRUCTIONS 

1. Add all the ingredients to a small mixing bowl. 
2. Mash with a fork and stir until all ingredients are well combined. 
3. Store in small airtight container or mason jar. 

ESSENTIAL OILS FOR CHAPPED LIPS

Adding essential oils to these homemade lip scrubs are optional, but will add so many benefits. Many essential oils are great for dry, chapped skin. It is important to note that essential oils are very concentrated. You will only need a few drops of essential oils to scent the homemade lip scrub. 

I am using 5 drops for the above recipes. If you wish to add more or less, you can adjust this amount; this really varies from person to person. Let’s talk about some of my favorite essential oils to use!

LAVENDER

Lavender is one of my go-to oils for all things skin. It can be found in my clean skin roller bottle, sugar scrub, and face wash. Lavender is a very gentle essential oil, making it perfect for lip scrub. 

Lavender has cleansing and purifying properties, can moisturize the skin, reduce skin blemishes and irritations, and be really helpful for burns. 

It has a beautiful floral scent and will make your sugar scrub smell wonderful. 

PEPPERMINT 

I love the cooling effect peppermint has on the lips and skin. Peppermint oil is my favorite to use in my DIY chapstick and my sugar lip scrub. It feels very soothing on dry, cracked skin. 

Be sure to use caution with peppermint, as it can burn the eyes if it gets to close to them or in them. Wash your hands after applying the lip scrub to avoid this from happening. 

ROMAN CHAMOMILE 

Like lavender essential oil, chamomile is another gentle oil that is great for skin. It is one of my favorite oils to use on my kids and can help to clear skin irritations. 

TEA TREE

Tea tree is a great option for anything skin related as it has cleansing and purifying properties. I don’t partially like the taste of this one, so I don’t prefer it for lip scrub. 

MYRRH 

Because of its antioxidant properties, myrrh has amazing benefits for the skin and anti-aging. Apply myrrh to skin imperfections to help cleanse and purify that spot. Myrrh is also very moisturizing for the skin, making it great for dry, chapped skin. 

Learn more about myrrh essential oil. 

Coconut Oil Lip Scrub

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Prep Time 5 minutes

Active Time 5 minutes

Total Time 10 minutes

Materials

• 2 tablespoons sugar (preferably organic) 
• 1 teaspoon unrefined coconut oil 
• 1/2 teaspoon sweet almond oil 
• 5 drops lavender essential oil

Instructions

1. Add all the ingredients to a small mixing bowl. 
   
2. Mash with a fork and stir until all ingredients are well combined. 
   
3. Store in small airtight container or mason jar.