Are you ready to mix up your self-care routine with something a bit more unique? Learn how to make your own moisturizing cannabis lip balm at home with a few simple ingredients like cannabis-infused oil, beeswax, and shea butter, complete with multiple different infusion options, for a soothing, relaxing balm your lips will love. This all-natural, hydrating balm not only soothes and protects your lips but comes with the added benefits of cannabis.

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Article Features

  • An easy recipe for how to make cannabis lip balm
  • The most important ingredients to get and how to customize this recipe
  • Want to make it easy? Start with my high-quality Bliss MCT oil and have it delivered directly to your doorstep. Now shipping across the US!
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Why You Will Love This Recipe

Lip balm is a topical application used to soothe sore or cracked lips, and the only thing better than regular lip balm is homemade cannabis lip balm!

If you are ready to dip your toes into the vast world of cannabis like so many members of my Edibles with Emily community, making your homemade lip balm is a great place to start.

This recipe is perfect for anyone looking to explore the world of homemade beauty products or searching for an alternative way to enjoy the wonders of cannabis.

My beginner-friendly recipe features natural ingredients, and you can choose whether to include CBD, THC, or both in your final product.

Read on to get step-by-step instructions, many different infusion options, and ways to customize this recipe to create a lip balm you will truly love.

What You’ll Need

A picture of the ingredients needed to make a cannabis lip balm including beeswax, shea butter, infused coconut oil and essential oils of choice.
  • 2 Tablespoons cannabis-infused oil – You can use my Bliss MCT Oil or any other homemade oil you already have, see the alternative infusion notes below for more detail.
  • 2 Tablespoons shea butter – This is the organic shea butter I used for this recipe. Shea butter is a fat extracted from the nut of the African shea tree. It is a popular ingredient used in topical and cosmetic products for centuries. 
  • 2 Tablespoons beeswax – Beeswax is popular for many reasons and may contain properties ideal for helping to soothe sore lips. This is the organic beeswax I used for this recipe. Note: Because this recipe contains beeswax, it is not vegan-friendly. 
  • Essential oils of choice – Essential oils will allow you to customize this recipe to your desired taste and flavor. The most important thing to do is to ensure that you are using a food-grade safe essential oil that is safe to consume orally and apply topically. For this recipe, I used Bergamot essential oil for a mild flavor. You can also use floral oils like lavender essential oil. Peppermint essential oil is also a popular minty, cooling alternative. 
  • Cannabis Concentrates – Optional; see notes below.

Note: The recipe card below has a complete list of ingredients with amounts and printable instructions.

Step-by-Step Instructions

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  • Step 1 – Add 1-2 inches of water to the bottom portion of a double boiler and place it over low heat. Add the shea butter, beeswax, and Bliss MCT Oil to the top portion of the double boiler and place on the small portion. 
  • Step 2 – Allow all ingredients to melt, and then bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
  • Step 3 – When the mixture begins to simmer, turn off the heat and stir in your drops of essential oils and your cannabis concentrate, if using.
  • Step 4 – Prepare your chapstick or lip balm containers by removing the tops and placing them on a solid surface like a baking sheet to be filled. 
A four step image collage showing how to make a cannabis infused lip balm.
  • Step 5 – Using a pipette or similar tool, gently transfer the hot liquid into the lip balm or chapstick containers.
  • Step 6 – Allow the containers to rest and cool for at least 15 minutes, or until room temperature, before sealing with the top.
  • Step 7 – Use as often as needed throughout the day.
  • Step 8 – Store in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.

Note: Complete step-by-step printable instructions are located on the recipe card below.

Storage Instructions

When making lip balm at home, I recommend storing the final product in these glass containers. 

Remember that the size of the lip balm container you choose will affect the final concentration of each product. 

When ready, simply apply your lip balm to dry lips, the affected area or as a first step in preventing capping in cold weather.

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Alternate Cannabis Infusion Options

As with all things edibles, there is more than one way to infuse something. Below, we will explore all the different ways you could infuse this recipe.

CBD vs. THC

You can choose if you want to make this a CBD or THC option, or both. The best option is to start with your cannabis, whether it be CBD flower or THC flower, and create an oil with the options below.

CBD Oil

Whether homemade CBD oil made with CBD hemp flower or store-bought CBD oil, you can use it to make a CBD lip balm recipe. Swap the infused coconut oil for your CBD oil of choice.

Other Infused Oil

You can use this method to infuse any cannabis oil that you wish; pick based on your personal preference!

Just keep in mind that thicker-based oils may have a different final consistency.

Popular infused oils include:

Just remember that you need to decarboxylate cannabis before adding it to an oil infusion, You can learn how to do that in an oven or Instant pot here.

Concentrates

Adding cannabis concentrate to this recipe is preferred by those who are looking for a very potent option. 

Concentrates like distillate, FECO, or RSO can contain 100-900mg of concentrated cannabinoids formulated into a 1-milliliter syringe.

This means you can get a potent dose in a tiny volume.

You can also make your concentrate by first creating a cannabis tincture and then turning it into full-extract cannabis oil.

Benefits of Topicals

There are many popular topical CBD products that can be made or purchased, including: 

Cannabinoids, like CBD or THC, interact with the cannabinoid receptors on our skin and exert anti-inflammatory properties.

Although they are applied directly to the skin, they penetrate into the epidermis only and are not absorbed directly into the bloodstream – meaning THC applied to the skin will not get you high.

Keep in mind that topicals have the best effect at the application site, directly where they are applied to your body. 

The typical onset time of effects can be 15-30 minutes, and the average duration of effects can last 2-4 hours. 

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Notes and Expert Tips

  • This recipe is just a base recipe with simple steps to get you started. You can make this whole recipe your own by using different combinations of oils, cannabinoids, and essential oils to create an option that is perfect for you.
  • Making your own DIY CBD lip balm is a great way to avoid harsh chemicals and a great choice to reap the benefits of CBD and your favorite essential oils.
  • Feel free to experiment with your favorite ingredients like cocoa butter, vitamin E oil, etc.
  • Your DIY cannabis lip balm will be perfect for your self-care routine.
A picture of a container filled with cannabis infused lip balm.

Homemade Cannabis Lip Balm with CBD or THC

By Emily Kyle, MS, RDN, HCP
4.76 from 37 votes
Learn how to make your own moisturizing cannabis lip balm at home with CBD or THC and a few simple ingredients like cannabis-infused oil, beeswax, and shea butter for a soothing, relaxing lip balm your lips will love.
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
Additional Time: 15 minutes
Total: 40 minutes
Servings: 12 7mL containers
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Ingredients  

Instructions 

  • Add water to the bottom portion of the double boiler and place over medium-high heat. Add the shea butter, beeswax, and coconut oil to the top portion of the double boiler.
  • Allow the ingredients to melt and then bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
  • When the mixture begins to simmer, turn off the heat and stir in your essential oil of choice and your desired amount of concentrate.
  • Prepare your chapstick containers or lip balm containers by removing the tops and placing them on a solid surface to be filled.
  • Using a pipette or similar tool, gently transfer the hot liquid into the lip balm or chapstick containers.
  • Allow the containers to rest and cool for 15 minutes before sealing with the top.
  • Store in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.

Notes

Tip: You can use lip balm containers OR chapstick tubes, but you don’t need both.
Dosing Instructions: If you are using my Bliss MCT Oil, you will need approximately 30mL to make up two Tablespoons. Each mL contains 2.5mg of CBD+THC for a total of (30×2.5) 75mg of CBD+THC for the entire batch. Divide 75 number by the total number of container made to calculate your final dose. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1g, Calories: 10kcal

Additional Info

Course: Topical
Cuisine: Topical Recipe
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Conclusion

Creating your own cannabis lip balm is more than just a fun DIY project; it’s a step into the vast world of natural, plant-based self-care.

This lip balm keeps your lips soft and hydrated and allows you to experience the gentle, soothing effects of cannabis in a new, non-intoxicating way.

Remember, the key to a great product is quality ingredients and patience during the process.

By following these steps, you’re not just making a lip balm; you’re crafting a personal wellness experience that’s both enriching and enjoyable.

Plus, they make fantastic gifts for friends who appreciate the beauty of nature-infused products. Happy crafting!

 

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4 Comments

  1. Hi! I’m so excited to try making this! Would using coconut oil make it solidify more than MCT, or is it already firm enough?

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    1. Hi Ashley. Using coconut oil can indeed make the final product a bit firmer compared to MCT oil, since coconut oil solidifies at cooler temperatures. However, the original recipe is firm enough. Experiment a bit and see what you prefer!

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  2. Hello emily. Your products look absolutely fantastic but I just had a question. Are you using the delta eight and delta 9 in your butter and oil?I have used the Delta products and have not found them to be very effective. I would love to purchase the butter and the oil.

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    1. Hi Karen. Thank you for your interest in our products and for the great question! We exclusively use Delta-9 THC in all our products, as Delta-8 has shown to have adverse reactions, making many people sick.

      Delta-9 THC is known for its stronger effects and is naturally occurring in higher concentrations in the cannabis plant. Delta-8 is often referred to as a ‘frankencannabinoid’ due to the minimal traces found naturally and the complex process required to recreate it.

      We believe in providing our customers with the most beneficial and impactful products. We feel that using Delta-9 THC allows us to do just that. We hope this answers your question and reassures you about the quality and effectiveness of our products. We look forward to your order and are here if you have any more questions!

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