Alternatives for Petroleum Jelly in Lip Balm

Asked by: jiralexk On: August 18, 2017 Product Type: Cosmetics

Question

I want to create a lip balm without using Petroleum Jelly. Can Shea Butter be used as a replacement? What other ingredients can be used instead of Petroleum Jelly?

Answer

Based on your goal of creating a smooth, easily absorbed, non-greasy lip balm without Petroleum Jelly, and the provided staff response:

  1. Can Shea Butter replace Petroleum Jelly? Yes, Shea Butter is one of the recommended alternatives you can use to replace Petroleum Jelly in your formula.
  2. What else can be used? In addition to Shea Butter, you can also consider using:
    • Vegetable Vaseline
    • Cocoa Butter
    • Mango Butter
    • Kokum Butter

You can mix these alternatives in any ratio you desire to achieve the desired texture for your lip balm.

Related Products Mentioned

Shea Butter (Refined , Deodorised)
Cocoa Butter (Deodorized, Refined)
Mango Butter (Deodorized)
Kokum Butter (Refined)
Vegetable Vaseline (Olus Oil)

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Butter Texture Ingredient Alternatives Lip Balm Natural Ingredients