15 DIY Lip Scrub Recipes & How To Use Them For A Soft, Plump Pout

One prime example: lip scrubs. Sure you can buy these at the store, but you can also make them yourself, sans filler ingredients. Plus, the whole process takes about five minutes, if that. To come, our favorite recipes to try and why you should consider making them a part of your routine. 

Exfoliants:

Emollients for lips:

Extras for lips:

Now that you know the general recipe, scan these DIY lip scrubs to find your next favorite combo, or use them as inspiration to make up your own. We have plenty of the below!

"Coconut oil has antimicrobial and soothing properties," says Spectrum Skin and Laser's Corina Serban. This one is as simple as it gets, for those on a time crunch with sensitive skin. Not only is this simple, but it's great for vegans.

Next, you have a basic cinnamon sugar scrub. Anyone who loves the aromatics of cinnamon sticks will adore this super-simple combo.

Now a simple coffee scrub. "Coffee stimulates blood circulation," says Serban, so this one is great for plumping your pout. When selecting your grounds, be sure to go for finely ground coffee rather than large chunks to protect the delicate lip skin. 

If you want your lip scrub to smell like a dessert, this one is perfect. 

For those with sensitive skin, a simple, fragrance-free scrub is the way to go. Here, a gentle and hydrating blend. The key here is the base: "Shea butter is an emollient rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory agents that is great to heal and protect lips," says Serban. Plus, it's free from harsh exfoliants and fragrances.

Another great-tasting blend for those who order honey lattes at their local cafe. However, you should avoid honey if you follow a vegan lifestyle.

Another oat blend, this time with a honey base for extra flavor and hydration. Again, avoid for vegans.

This one is perfect for the die-hard coconut lovers out there. 

"Olive oil is loaded with antioxidants, fats, and vitamins that have great anti-aging benefits," says Serban. For gentle exfoliation mixed with hydrating power of olive oil, try this blend. 

For a spa-like experience, you may even try mixing in essential oils like eucalyptus oil to your scrub. 

Want to feel like you're on a tropical beach? Apply this lip scrub. 

If you have an extra strawberry on hand, why not use it in a fruit scrub?

Apart from fruit and essential oils, you can also toss some finely chopped herbs into the mix. Here, a refreshing mint scrub.

One perk of including fruit in your scrubs is the natural enzyme-exfoliating properties they bring—especially pineapple. 

For coffee lovers who crave a touch of sweetener, this one is the blueprint. 

"If lips are particularly dry or flaky, it may help to aid in the exfoliation process through the use of a gentle lip scrub," says board-certified dermatologist Brendan Camp, M.D., FAAD. Here are a few benefits of exfoliating this delicate area: 

Before you start scrubbing away, know these important usage tips: 

DIY ingredients do not include preservatives, and so won't have the same shelf-life as your store-bought products. While there's many benefits to making things at home (cost! fresh ingredients! having fun!), this is a downside. Here's how to store your DIY lip scrub.

If you have a free five minutes, that's enough time to whip up your very own lip scrub. Pair a gentle gritty ingredient with a rich emollient and top off with mashed fruit, essential oils, or herbs should you feel inclined. Now if your lips just won't stay hydrated post-scrub, it may be due to one of these common causes.