by Aisha Zakari | Apr 1, 2022 | Beauty & Fashion
Have you ever been attracted to someone just by looking at their lips? I know I have, especially those soft-looking pink ones. In this article, you’ll be reading how to take care of your lips naturally and get that instant attraction. Let’s get to it.
10 Ways to Take Care of Your Lips Naturally
1. Exfoliate Your Lips
Exfoliation is the process of removing dead and unwanted skin cells from the outer layer of your skin, in this case, your lips. Exfoliating the lips comes with precaution though over-exfoliating does more harm than good— The desire is to have soft-looking lips, not cracked lips or peeled lips.
How do I exfoliate my lips?
- Simply brush your lips with a toothbrush or a washcloth/towel.
- Make sure the towel or cloth is clean and free from germs and bacteria.
- Do this once a week only as excessive exfoliation leads to cracked and peeled lips. That’s just unhealthy and unattractive.
2. Try Using a Lip Scrub
Another good way how to take care of your lips naturally is by investing in a lip scrub. There are many lip scrubs available in stores or online but below is a link on how to make a lip scrub by yourself (Do-It-Yourself).
With this, you can choose your desired fruit and flavor and also save some money. Scrubbing the lips stimulate blood circulation and help to keep them healthy.
3. Stay Hydrated
When it comes to hydration, a habit one should cut out is “avoid licking your lips.” I’m still with you in this bad habit but I’m still trying to break free. Instead of licking the lips, apply a balm regularly.
Drinking lots of water helps in keeping the lips from drying out and of course, avoids licking the lips. Stay hydrated internally with water and externally with a lip balm.
4. Stop Smoking
“The Federal Ministry of Health warns that smokers are liable to die young.”
“Cigarette Smoking May Be Hazardous to Your Health.”
These are warnings we see on cigarette packs telling us how hazardous smoking is to us and simultaneously, it stains the lips and makes it unattractive.
5. Protect and Moisturize Your Lips
A good way of protecting and moisturizing your lips is to invest in a good quality lip balm. This is a sure way how to take care of your lips naturally.
You can directly apply Aloe Vera Gel to hydrate the lips, that’s if you can handle the bitter taste afterward. Haha.
6. Ladies, Take Off Your Makeup Before Bed
We’ve always been told this, take off your makeup before bed and make sure to take the lipstick off too. Even if there’s not a single sign of colour on your lip, give it a gentle touch with a makeup removing wipe. Throw in some lip balm to moisturize and lay your pretty head to sleep.
7. Reapplying Lip Balm
Being consistent is the key when it comes to this DIY. Choose the lip balm that works for you and stick to the product. There are lip balms with SPF for sun protection. If you can’t invest in that, make a choice of what works or simply make one.
8. Massage Your Lips
Massaging the lips helps in blood circulation and ensures nutrients is been transported to the lips. Massage your lips with essential oils such as coconut, olive, lavender, frankincense, chamomile oil for about 3 minutes every day or whenever you can. Investing your time in this is a sure way of how to take care of your lips naturally.
9. Have a Balanced Diet
“You’re what you eat” they always say. Fruits and vegetables are fortified with essential vitamins such as A, C, E, and minerals for repairing damage, exposure to the sun, and retaining moisture. Ensure you stay hydrated with water and eat fruits and vegetables such as strawberries, carrots, spinach, green vegetables, and eggs.
10. Avoid Touching or Licking Your Lips
Our lips do not have a protective barrier of their own and as such, we should try as much as possible to avoid licking or touching them. When you lick your lips, which feels nice by the way, you moisten the area, and immediately, the air is blown into it.
In the process, you are exposing your lips to dry air and microorganism accumulating which we don’t see. This could then lead to cracking or chapping of the lips which are unhealthy.
Conclusion
Now that you know how to take care of your lips naturally, happy kissing! Comment below on what homemade lip balm or scrub you made.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the best lip balm I can use to moisturize my lips?
There are a lot of brands out there but my favorite is Vaseline lip balm. Another very good product is Nivea lip balm and they come in different flavors such as watermelon, strawberry, soft rose, original care and so do Vaseline products. Pick what suits you and stick to it.
Can I exfoliate my lips everyday?
No, you shouldn’t exfoliate your lips every day. You should only exfoliate your lips at least twice a week. Over exfoliating causes bleeding and irritates the lips.
Can I use a lip balm with SPF?
Yes, by looking means go ahead do that. You’re not only moisturizing but you will also be protecting your lips from the sun. A very good product for this is Nivea’s sun protect lip balm.
Will lip balm help my lips stay soft and smooth?
Yes, it will. Constantly reapply the lip balm and watch your lips stay soft and attractive. Like I said, reapplying is a thing to do on how to take care of your lips naturally.
Can I buy a scrub or make mine?
You can go with what suits you. A scrub is a scrub. It helps to remove dead and damaged cells from the surface of our skin and gives you glowing healthy lips. If you can’t get one at the store or you can’t afford one, make yours.
by Aisha Zakari | Feb 11, 2022 | Beauty & Fashion
Want to say goodbye to dry and chapped lips and say hello to soft and luscious lips? Want to do something fun and easy? You’re in the right place cause I’m about to put you through how to make Coconut Oil Lip Balm.
Follow these steps to make this moisturizing homemade Coconut Oil Lip Balm. Be sure to gift to friends and loved ones.
What Is a Lip Balm?
A lip balm is a substance that is added to the lips to moisturize and relieve chaps and dryness. A lip balm is generally made from a base mostly coconut oil or beeswax, vitamin E capsules for Adee moisturizing effect, a flavor, and a colour. Just like that, you have a go-to for soft and luscious lips!
What You Will Need in Preparing a Lip Balm
- Small containers or tubes
- Glass bowl to mix
- A stirrer or a spoon
- Essential oils (coconut, almond, etc.)
Now, that you know the basics of the recipef any homemade lip balm, let’s get to something interesting to further educate you.
Benefits of Selected Essential Oils
Essential oils are used mostly in a few drops. Be sure not to overuse because of their potency.
- Coconut oil helps in penetrating the skin more deeply and helps in moisturizing the lips.
- Almond oil is enriched with vitamin A and E hence, it penetrates deeper into the ski more quickly. It’s very moisturizing and perfect for dry and chapped lips.
- Beeswax is hydrating and increases moisture in the skin. They are commonly found in hand and body creams as it helps to retain moisture. Now, I hope this educated you on why you need these ingredients. Let’s do what we’re here for now.
How to Make Homemade Coconut Oil Lip Balm
Ingredients
- 2tbsp coconut oil
- 1tbsp beeswax (crushed)
- 5-6 drops of honey
- 2 capsules of vitamin E
Procedures
STEP 1: On medium heat, bring a pot of water to a boil.
STEP 2: Insert a glass bowl into this pot. Make sure it doesn’t tilt and fall, you can hold the glass bowl with a tong. It’d only for a minute.
STEP 3: Add in crushed beeswax and coconut oil.
STEP 4: Allow to melt completely for at least 20-30 seconds. Then;
STEP 5: Add in honey and give this a mix.
STEP 6: Take this off the heat. Add in vitamin E capsules and give a final mix.
STEP 7: Allow to cool and transfer to a small container or tube.
STEP 8: Set aside for usage.
Frequently Asked Questions about Homemade Coconut Oil Lip Balm
Q: What can I use instead of coconut oil?
A: Shea butter is a good recipe for homemade Coconut Oil lips balm. You can also substitute shea butter for coconut oil if you have it in-store.
Q: I don’t have beeswax, what do I use?
A: Relax! You can go ahead and make your homemade Coconut Oil lip balm without having to use beeswax. Beeswax is like a solidifier so you can go ahead to use coconut oil, shea butter, or castor oil as the base.
Q: Can I use a container instead of a tube?
A: As I said above, you can use a container or you use a tube lying around in the house. This is used as storage and anything you have available can be used. Make sure it has a cover so as to prevent contamination such as dust and dirt.
Q: How long will my homemade Coconut Oil lip balm last?
A: Your homemade Coconut Oil lip balm should last up to 2-3 months depending on the quantity you make and on your daily usage.
Q: Does lip balm lighten my lips?
A: Homemade Coconut Oil lip balm does not lighten lips but help in moisturizing. If you want lighter lips, you could use lemon or lemon oil. Lemon has been proven to be effective in lightening the lips and of course, the skin.
Another option is to scrub your lips at least once.
Q: How long does it take to solidify?
A: This should take at least 15 minutes to harden in the container or of course, tube.
Key Notes to Homemade Coconut Oil Lip Balm
- Ensure the container or tube is clean before transferring so as to avoid contamination of any sort.
- Crush beeswax into smaller pieces so as to enable it to melt easily and quickly when placed overheat.
How to Store
Store in a cool dry place, this helps in solidifying it. You can also refrigerate it for an hour or two to speed the solidification process but after that, do not refrigerate as this could lose its form and potential.
Conclusion
Wasn’t that fun, easy and exciting? The best part of this recipe for homemade Coconut Oil lip balm is the flexibility to customize colours with the oil and infused fruits.
I hope this was helpful. If it was, leave a positive comment in the comments section below.
by Aisha Zakari | Feb 11, 2022 | Beauty & Fashion
Want to say goodbye to dry and chapped lips and say hello to soft and luscious lips? Want to do something fun and easy? You’re in the right place cause I’m about to put you through how to make Shea Butter Lip Balm.
Follow these steps to make your moisturizing homemade Shea Butter lip balm. Be sure to gift to friends and loved ones.
What Is a Lip Balm?
A lip balm is a substance that is added to the lips to moisturize and relieve chaps and dryness. A lip balm is generally made from a base mostly Shea Butter or beeswax, vitamin E capsules for Adee moisturizing effect, a flavor, and a colour. Just like that, you have a go-to for soft and luscious lips!
What You Will Need in Preparing a Lip Balm
- Small containers or tubes
- Glass bowl to mix
- A stirrer or a spoon
- Essential oils (coconut, almond, etc.)
Now, that you know the basics of the recipe for homemade lip balm, let’s get to something interesting to further educate you.
Benefits of Selected Essential Oils
Essential oils are used mostly in a few drops. Be sure not to overuse because of their potency.
- Shea Butter helps in penetrating the skin more deeply and helps in moisturizing the lips.
- Almond oil is enriched with vitamin A and E hence, it penetrates deeper into the ski more quickly. It’s very moisturizing and perfect for dry and chapped lips.
- Beeswax is hydrating and increases moisture in the skin. They are commonly found in hand and body creams as it helps to retain moisture. Now, I hope this educated you on why you need these ingredients. Let’s do what we’re here for now.
How to Make Homemade Shea Butter Lip Balm
Ingredients
- 1tbsp shea butter
- 1tsp beeswax (crushed)
- 1tsp honey
- 5 drops of rose oil, lavender or vanilla oil
- 1tsp coconut oil or avocado oil
Procedures
STEP 1: On medium heat, bring a pot of water to a boil.
STEP 2: Insert a glass bowl into this pot. Make sure it doesn’t tilt and fall, you can hold the glass bowl with a tong. It’d only for a minute.
STEP 3: Add in crushed beeswax and coconut oil, allow to melt completely for at least 20-30 seconds.
STEP 4: Add in shea butter and allow to melt again. Then;
STEP 5: Add in honey and drops of desired oil. Give a final mix.
STEP 6: Allow to cool down before transferring to a container or a tube.
STEP 7: Apply to lips to care and moisturize them.
Frequently Asked Questions about Homemade Shea Butter Lip Balm
Q: What can I use instead of Shea Butter?
A: Shea butter is a good recipe for homemade Shea Butter lips balm. You can also substitute shea butter for Shea Butter if you have it in-store.
Q: I don’t have beeswax, what do I use?
A: Relax! You can go ahead and make your homemade Shea Butter lip balm without having to use beeswax. Beeswax is like a solidifier so you can go ahead to use Shea Butter, shea butter, or castor oil as the base.
Q: Can I use a container instead of a tube?
A: As I said above, you can use a container or you use a tube lying around in the house. This is used as storage and anything you have available can be used. Make sure it has a cover so as to prevent contamination such as dust and dirt.
Q: How long will my homemade Shea Butter lip balm last?
A: Your Shea Butter lip balm should last up to 2-3 months depending on the quantity you make and on your daily usage.
Q: Doesshea butter lip balm lighten my lips?
A: Your Shea Butter lip balm does not lighten lips but helps in moisturizing. If you want lighter lips, you could use lemon or lemon oil. Lemon has been proven to be effective in lightening the lips and of course, the skin. Another option is to scrub your lips at least once.
Q: How long does it take to solidify?
A: This should take at least 15 minutes to harden in the container or of course, tube.
Key Notes to Homemade Shea Butter Lip Balm
- Ensure the container or tube is clean before transferring so as to avoid contamination of any sort.
- Crush beeswax into smaller pieces so as to enable it to melt easily and quickly when placed overheat.
How to Store
Store in a cool dry place, this helps in solidifying it. You can also refrigerate it for an hour or two to speed the solidification process but after that, do not refrigerate as this could lose its form and potential.
Conclusion
Wasn’t that fun, easy and exciting? The best part of this recipe for homemade Shea Butter lip balm is the flexibility and ease to make it. What do you think?
I hope this was helpful. If it was, leave a positive comment in the comments section below.
by Editorial Staff | Jan 24, 2022 | Northy Letter
Hello everyone. Here I come again with a recap of what happened last week that you must have missed – the Northy Letter Week 4. Stay with me as a cruise you through.
Monday
It’s still the beginning of the year. Most of us have plans on how we want to spend this year. Some of you want to start a family, learn a new skill, or do something such as stop a bad habit, express yourself more, etc., some also want to start or improve an already existing business. There are various ways to do this, which is why I think you should head on to this lovely article How to Register Your Company with CAC
Apart from your own views and opinion, do you care about others? Learn to communicate more and understand how other people think and feel. This helps you have better relationships with those around you. Don’t know where to start? You can start with this wonderful article written by Precious Alex-Toji – 5 Actionable Tips to Develop More Empathy.
Have you ever been battling or coping with teamwork? If yes, worry no more as Aisha Jibril has come to your rescue with an amazing article on 10 Tips to Work Better as a Team.
Tuesday
Indeed we are in the 21st century and I must say so many things are still very alien to us. The need to make life more efficient and easy has led to the use of advanced technology to the extent that we now have self-driving cars, maybe flying cars too. Talking about making life easier, robots are now being created to assist in house chores, cooking, and more. That’s apart from doing complex tasks in the industrialized system. All You Need to Know About Robotics will fill you in on Robot Technology.
If you haven’t heard of clean energy, then you must have heard of carbon emissions and greenhouse gases which are depleting the atmosphere due to pollution. Clean energy is a way of producing reusable energy while trying to fix the problem of pollution and the destruction of the atmosphere. To get more on this clean energy you need to read this well-written piece by our tech-savvy Umar Farouk Kabir on What Clean Energy Is All About
And who wouldn’t like to improve on their personal life? Are you looking for something to read that will help you become a better person? Then I got you covered as these are the Eight Books That Changed My Life. I didn’t say so, Aisha Jibril did. I am not much of a reader but I am definitely going to check those books out to experience that change. You should too.
Wednesday
Nature is filled with wonders, beauty, and magical healing powers. Yes! You heard right. Although you might ask, is there a magic wand? Yes, there is. This is because plants can serve that purpose. Plants like Moringa have been used to cure ailments and do other things that improve health. Find out the Benefits of Moringa Plant.
Thursday
Old school Thursday! As usual, it is about the culture, traditions, and heroes of our past. Something is always looking strange. Something is always trying to make us curious. How about names? We hear a new name if not every day but at least once in a while. Some names sound really cool while others are odd. Sometimes due to cultural differences, we spend time practicing its pronunciation. But most times we don’t really know were these names mean. Here is a guide to a few of these names so next time you know the meaning of what you’re saying lest you bite your tongue. 150+ Hausa Names and their Meanings.
Since I was a kid, I loved to dress up. I’m telling you, Cultural Day is the best day of school for me. I always adored cultural attires so much noting their similarities and differences with other cultures. The Hausa Royal Attire is always beautiful. What they represent is mind-blowing. It’s so beautiful that you could tell someone’s rank by the colour of their clothes and the turban is glamorous. I think I’ve said too much. You should read all about it.
Friday
Yes! It is the best day of the week and this is what I have for those who don’t know what Gifts to Give out during Naming Ceremonies. Sometimes, it is hard to pick gifts for other people and naming ceremonies are no exceptions. Just gave out a wonderful article to help you out.
The Harmattan monsters are upon us. Just kidding. Although the weather doesn’t go easy on our skin and our health. Our lips are not left out. The harsh, dusty, and dry wind leaves it dry and chipped. No more. Read how to make your own Homemade Strawberry and Lemon Lip Balm and also Homemade Peppermint Lip Balm with Aisha Zakari as she shares this sweet recipe and never suffer chipped lips again
Saturday
One of the things that allow disrespect by our significant other to take place is when we don’t set boundaries. Should we set them or nay? You can go ahead to find out Why Setting Boundaries in a Relationship Is Important.
Apart from that, if you are going on your first date and you want it to be fun then this article is for you – Fun Things to do on a First Date. I promise you this will help you gain a space in their hearts that’s if you don’t steal it completely.
Sunday
There are lots of recipes I want you to try out. Though you could be working a 9-5 schedule and you are quite busy. If that’s the case, please save this article for one of those experimental days – How to Prepare Kunun Gyada written by Abu Hafsah; I was surprised to know it’s coming from a guy, yes a guy! The drink is very nutritious, delicious, and great for everyone in the family. That’s not all. You could also learn How to Make Beans Porridge (Faten Wake).
That’s a wrap! The Northy Letter with all these interesting reads for you to pick from. Next week, I’ll be back with more. Once something is good, we all want more of it. It will only get better from here. I am excited. I will be expecting you next week.
by Aisha Zakari | Jan 21, 2022 | Beauty & Fashion
Want to say goodbye to dry and chapped lips and say hello to soft and luscious lips? Want to do something fun and easy? You’re in the right place cause I’m about to put you through How to make Peppermint lip balm.
Follow these steps to make these moisturizing homemade Peppermint lip balms. Be sure to gift to friends and loved ones.
What Is a Lip Balm?
A lip balm is a substance that is added to the lips to moisturize and relieve chaps and dryness. A lip balm is generally made from a base mostly coconut oil or beeswax, vitamin E capsules for Adee moisturizing effect, a flavour, and a colour. Just like that, you have a go-to for soft and luscious lips!
What You Will Need in Preparing a Lip Balm
- Small containers or tubes
- Glass bowl to mix
- A stirrer or a spoon
- Essential oils (coconut, almond, etc.)
Now, that you know the basics of the recipe for homemade lip balm, let’s get to something interesting to further educate you.
Benefits of Selected Essential Oils
Essential oils are used mostly in a few drops. Be sure not to overuse because of their potency.
- Coconut oil helps in penetrating the skin more deeply and helps in moisturizing the lips.
- Almond oil is enriched with vitamin A and E hence, it penetrates deeper into the ski more quickly. It’s very moisturizing and perfect for dry and chapped lips.
- Beeswax is hydrating and increases moisture in the skin. They are commonly found in hand and body creams as it helps to retain moisture. Now, I hope this educated you on why you need these ingredients. Let’s do what we’re here for now.
How to Make Homemade Peppermint Lip Balm
Ingredients
- 2tbsp coconut oil
- 2tsp beeswax (crushed)
- 2tbsp almond oil
- 3 drops of peppermint oil
Procedures for Making Homemade Peppermint Lip Balm
STEP 1: On medium heat, bring a pot of water to a boil.
STEP 2: Insert a glass bowl into this pot. Make sure it doesn’t tilt and fall, you can hold the glass bowl with a tong. It’d only for a minute.
STEP 3: Add in solidified coconut oil and crushed beeswax and allow to melt completely for at least 20-30 seconds.
STEP 4: Add in almond oil and drops of peppermint oil. Then;
STEP 5: Give this a stir and turn off the heat.
STEP 6: Allow to cool down. And finally;
STEP 7: Transfer to a container or a tube and set aside for use.
Frequently Asked Questions about Homemade Peppermint Lip Balm
Q: What can I use instead of coconut oil?
A: Shea butter is a good recipe for homemade Peppermint Peppermint lips balm. You can also substitute shea butter for coconut oil if you have it in-store.
Q: I don’t have beeswax, what do I use?
A: Relax! You can go ahead and make your homemade Peppermint Peppermint lip balm without having to use beeswax. Beeswax is like a solidifier so you can go ahead to use coconut oil, shea butter, or castor oil as the base.
Q: Can I use a container instead of a tube?
A: As I said above, you can use a container or you use a tube lying around in the house. This is used as storage and anything you have available can be used. Make sure it has a cover so as to prevent contamination such as dust and dirt.
Q: How long will my homemade Peppermint Peppermint lip balm last?
A: Your homemade Peppermint Peppermint lip balm should last up to 2-3 months depending on the quantity you make and on your daily usage.
Q: Does lip balm lighten my lips?
A: Homemade Peppermint lip balm does not lighten lips but help in moisturizing. If you want lighter lips, you could use lemon or lemon oil. Lemon has been proven to be effective in lightening the lips and of course, the skin.
Another option is to scrub your lips at least once.
Q: How long does it take to solidify?
A: This should take at least 15 minutes to harden in the container or of course, tube.
Key Notes to Homemade Peppermint Lip Balm
- Ensure the container or tube is clean before transferring so as to avoid contamination of any sort.
- Crush beeswax into smaller pieces so as to enable it to melt easily and quickly when placed overheat.
How to Store
Store in a cool dry place, this helps in solidifying it. You can also refrigerate it for an hour or two to speed the solidification process but after that, do not refrigerate as this could lose its form and potential.
Conclusion
Wasn’t that fun, easy and exciting? The best part of this recipe for homemade Peppermint lip balm is the flexibility to customize colours with the oil and infused fruits. Which were you excited to try? Let us know in the comment section below.
