Hard Candy Lip Gloss

2 Tbsp petroleum jelly
1 tspn beeswax
2-3 pieces of your favorite hard candy (jolly ranchers work great!)

In a small pot (or micorwave), melt the petroleum jelly, hard candy and beeswax.

Pour into a lip container and cool.

In a microwave, melt about eight chocolate chips with about four tablespoons of cocoa butter and 1/4 teaspoon of olive oil.

Stir at 20-second intervals until the chocolate melts and the product is well mixed. Place in small containers and refrigerate until hardened. Use as needed.

Makes a great gift, too!

Cinnamon Lip Gloss

2 tablespoons petroleum jelly
1/4 teaspoon lipstick, any color
4 drops cinnamon oil

Place petroleum jelly in small microwave container. Top with lipstick. Microwave for 20-30 seconds on High power (100%), or until mixture has softened. Blend well.

Mix in cinnamon. Store in small container.

Fruity Lip Gloss --Made with Kool-Aid!

2 tbsp. solid shortening
1 tbsp. fruit-flavored powdered drink mix (Kool-Aid)
35 mm plastic film container


Mix shortening and drink mix together in a small microwave-safe container until smooth. Place container in the microwave on high for 30 seconds until mixture becomes a liquid.

Pour the mixture into a plastic film container or any other type of small airtight container. Place the fruity lip gloss mixture in the refrigerator for 20 to 30 minutes or until firm.