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- Velvet Kiss – Nourishing Lip Balm with Japanese Wax
Velvet Kiss – Nourishing Lip Balm with Japanese Wax
A soft plant-based balm with shea butter and sweet almond or apricot kernel oil
Ingredients for 10 g
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1 g Japanese wax – 10%
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2 g refined organic shea butter – 20%
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6.9 g sweet almond or apricot kernel oil – 69%
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0.1 g Vitamin E 50% – 1%
Total: 10 g / 100%
Flavoured version
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1 g Japanese wax – 10%
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2 g refined organic shea butter – 20%
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6.85 g sweet almond or apricot kernel oil – 68.5%
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0.1 g Vitamin E 50% – 1%
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0.05 g lip-safe flavour – 0.5%
Total: 10 g / 100%
Use only a flavour specifically documented as suitable for lip-care products.
Method
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Combine the Japanese wax, shea butter and chosen oil in a heat-resistant container.
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Gently heat over a water bath until fully melted.
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Stir well and remove from the heat.
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Allow to cool slightly while remaining liquid.
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Add Vitamin E and optional lip-safe flavour.
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Mix thoroughly.
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Pour into a clean, completely dry pot.
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Allow to cool and set completely.
Use
Apply to the lips whenever needed.
It is particularly pleasant during colder weather or whenever the lips feel dry and need richer lipid care.
Packaging
For this formula, a small pot is recommended, as 10% Japanese wax creates a softer and creamier texture.
For stick packaging, the wax level would need to be increased to create a firmer balm.
Properties
The balm is soft, smooth and easy to apply. The combination of Japanese wax, shea butter and sweet almond or apricot kernel oil provides a rich, comfortable feel without an overly hard or waxy texture.