How to Customise Your Own Lipstick Set at Home

Creating your liquid lipstick set at home isn’t just a fun DIY project—it’s also a fantastic way to personalise your makeup collection with shades and finishes that reflect your unique style. Whether you're a beauty enthusiast or simply love experimenting with colours, customising your liquid lipstick is easier than you might think.

This blog will guide you through the steps to create a personalised liquid lipstick set with tips, recipes, and ideas to get your creativity flowing.

Why Customise Your Liquid Lipstick?

While there are hundreds of shades on the market, creating your liquid lipstick lets you:

• Control ingredients (ideal for sensitive skin)

• Experiment with custom shades

• Create travel-friendly options

• Avoid waste by using what you already have

• Enjoy a creative, hands-on activity
  

Plus, it’s a sustainable and cost-effective way to build your liquid lipstick set without breaking the bank.

What You’ll Need to Get Started

Before you begin mixing and matching, here’s a list of basic supplies:

Ingredients:

• Beeswax or candelilla wax (for vegan option)

• Shea butter or cocoa butter

• Castor oil or jojoba oil

• Pigments (micas, iron oxides, or even crushed eyeshadows)

• Optional: Vitamin E oil (for nourishment), essential oils for fragrance
  

Tools:

• A small heat-safe bowl

• A mixing stick or spoon

• Disposable lip gloss tubes or small cosmetic containers

• A dropper or syringe

• Gloves for hygiene

• A microwave or double boiler
  

Step-by-Step Guide: Make Your Liquid Lipstick

Step 1: Choose Your Base Formula

To make a liquid lipstick, you’ll need the right balance of wax, oils, and pigments. Start with:

• 1 tsp beeswax
  
  

• 1 tsp shea butter
  
  

• 2 tsp castor oil
  
  

Melt these together in a double boiler or microwave in short bursts. Stir well to combine into a smooth, liquid texture.

Step 2: Add Colour Pigments

Once your base is melted, it’s time to add the fun part—colour. You can use cosmetic-grade mica powders or iron oxides. Add a pinch of pigment and mix well. Keep adding small amounts until you achieve the desired shade. Want to make bold reds, cool mauves, or perfect nudes? You can blend pigments just like a painter to create your perfect shade.

Pro Tip: Use a toothpick to test a small amount on your wrist to see how the shade looks when dry.

Step 3: Adjust Texture (Optional)

For a more matte finish, increase the amount of wax slightly. For a glossier or lighter texture, add a bit more oil. If you prefer a velvet-matte liquid lipstick, keep the consistency creamy but quick-drying.

You can also add a few drops of Vitamin E oil for added moisture or a hint of peppermint or lavender essential oil for a refreshing touch.

Step 4: Fill Your Tubes

Using a syringe or dropper, carefully transfer the mixture into your chosen lipstick containers or tubes. Make sure everything is clean and sterilised to ensure safety and hygiene.

Let it cool completely at room temperature before use.

Creative Ideas for Your Custom Liquid Lipstick Set

Why stop at one? Once you get the hang of it, you can easily create your liquid lipstick set with a variety of shades for different occasions:

• Every day Nude: Mix beige, pink, and a touch of brown pigment

• Bold Red: Use vibrant red mica with a drop of blue for a deeper tone

• Berry Delight: Blend deep purple and pink pigments

• Terracotta Mood: Try warm brown and orange shades together

• Soft Coral: Mix peachy orange with a bit of white mica
  

Label your creations and organise them in a custom box to complete your at-home liquid lipstick set.

Tips to Make It Last

To increase the shelf life of your DIY liquid lipstick, follow these tips:

• Always use clean, sterilised tools and containers

• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight

• Add a few drops of a natural preservative (like Vitamin E oil)

• Use within 6-8 months for best results
  

Final Thoughts

Customising your liquid lipstick set at home is not only fun and rewarding—it also allows you to embrace your style while staying mindful of ingredients and waste. Whether you’re going for minimalist nudes or bold night-out shades, your homemade liquid lipstick will always be uniquely yours.

So next time you feel the creative spark, gather your tools, pick your favourite pigments, and start crafting a lipstick set that’s as bold and beautiful as you are.