Natural Lip Balm Production

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Ingredients for 2kg Batch (Tropical Citrus Variant)

Ingredient Measurement (g) Percentage (%)
Beeswax Pellets66633.3
Mango Butter66633.3
Fractionated Coconut Oil60030
Vitamin E Oil100.5
Essential Oil Blend (pre-mixed)301.5
Optional: Natural Colorant (e.g., Annatto Oil)281.4
Total Weight2,000100

Pre-mix essential oils: 15g sweet orange + 9g lime + 6g grapefruit.

Step-by-Step Production Process

  1. Preparation and Sanitization (10-15 minutes): Sanitize all equipment with 70% isopropyl alcohol. Measure ingredients accurately.
  2. Melt the Solid Ingredients (15-20 minutes): Heat beeswax and mango butter in a double boiler to 60-70°C until melted.
  3. Incorporate Liquid Ingredients (5-10 minutes): Stir in coconut oil and vitamin E off heat. Add colorant if using.
  4. Add Fragrance and Final Mixing (5 minutes): Blend in essential oils at 50°C. Mix vigorously.
  5. Pouring and Molding (15-30 minutes): Fill sanitized tubes or tins quickly to avoid setting.
  6. Cooling and Setting (2-4 hours): Let cool at room temperature undisturbed.
  7. Finishing, Packaging, and Quality Check (20-30 minutes): Label, inspect, and store.

Total time: 1-2 hours active + cooling. Yields ~400-500 4g units.

Order Items for 2kg Project

  • Beeswax Pellets (666g) $5
  • Mango Butter (666g) $6
  • Fractionated Coconut Oil (600g) $4
  • Vitamin E Oil (10g) $2
  • Essential Oil Blend (30g) $8
  • Optional Colorant (28g) $3
  • Packaging & Tools (est.) $2
Total Price: $30
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