How To Make Lipstick from Crayon

Make Lipstick From Crayons

Did you know that the primary ingredients in any lipstick are wax, pigment (color), and mineral oil? It's true! Cosmetics companies add extra fillers, additives, preservatives, chemicals, non-essential artificial colors, moisturizers, and even fragrances to legitimize charging a higher price. When oil is added, more moisturizers are unnecessary, and perfumes in lipstick are simply a matter of personal choice. This article will give you a method of creating your own lipstick at home. After trying this a few times, you can mix two or three different colors together to yield a more personalized shade. The materials list will yield one lipstick of standard size. You may double or triple the ingredients to make two or three, if you choose.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• 3 Nontoxic Crayola Crayons (your choice of color)
• 1 100% pure beeswax candle (no added color, 1-inch diameter)
• 3 Tbsp. Oil (i.e.-mineral oil/ "Baby" oil, Soy oil, Coconut oil, etc.)
• Resealable plastic bag
• Hammer
• Heat resistant cup
• Saucepan
• Small container with a lid, or an empty lipstick tube

1. 
   
   Step 1
   Remove the paper labels off of the crayons. Place the crayons into a resealable plastic bag. Use a hammer to break up the crayons into smaller pieces.
2. 
   
   Step 2
   Combine the crayon pieces, the oil, and a one-inch segment of candle in a heat-resistant cup. Place the cup in a saucepan on the stove.
3. 
   
   Step 3
   Fill the saucepan with just enough water to reach about an inch up the side of the cup. Heat the contents of the pan on a low temperature setting, stirring occasionally, until the ingredients in the cup melt together.
4. 
   
   Step 4
   Remove from heat and take the cup out of the pan. Allow the contents to cool slightly---about one to three minutes.
5. 
   
   Step 5
   Pour into a small container or empty lipstick tube while still warm. Permit the lipstick to cool completely (uncovered), for at least fifteen additional minutes. Cover or close the container. Your lipstick is now ready to be used.

Tips & Warnings

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  Try to crush the crayons as small as possible. Smaller fragments will melt together more smoothly, producing better color. To harden the lipstick faster, try placing the lipstick in the container, then placing the open container in the refrigerator. Several drops of vegetable glycerin can be added at the end of the melting process if you tend to have very dry lips.
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  If you have sensitive skin and are prone to allergic reactions, consult a physician before following these steps. Hot wax can create painful burns. Be careful! If you are using an empty lipstick tube, make sure the tube has been "rolled down" before attempting to fill it!