How to make lip balm a light pink color

To make your lip balm a light pink color, you can add pigments suitable for oil-based makeup products like lip balm. The staff's suggestion of using Iron Oxides and Mica is correct.

• Iron Oxides: Red Iron Oxides are commonly used to create pink and red tones in cosmetics. You would use a small amount of Red Iron Oxides pigment to achieve a light pink shade. An example product is Red Iron Oxides EasyMix™.
• Mica: Mica powders can also provide color and often add a shimmery or pearlescent effect. A pink or reddish Mica, such as Mauve Rose Mica, can be used to impart a pink color with a subtle shimmer.
• Ultramarine Pink: This is another pigment that can provide a pink color suitable for makeup products.

The key to achieving a light pink color is to start with a very small amount of the chosen pigment and gradually add more until you reach the desired shade. Since lip balm is oil-based, ensure the pigments you choose are dispersible in oil or silicone.

Avoid using pigments that are only water-soluble or those specifically indicated for other applications (like nail polish) unless their suitability for lip products is confirmed.