Azlok's Macadamia & Jojoba Lip Balm Base is a pre-made, ready-to-use formulation you simply melt, customise if you like, and pour into tubes or pots. It already contains the oils, waxes and butters needed for a smooth, moisturising balm, so you skip the trial-and-error of building a recipe from scratch. It is off-white in colour, vegan-friendly, and comes in 500 Gm, 1 KG, 5 KG and 10 KG packs starting at Rs. 699.
This makes it a practical starting point for home hobbyists and small brands who want a consistent balm without weighing out a dozen separate ingredients.
What is in the base and why it matters
The base is a blend of conditioning oils and structuring waxes. Key ingredients include jojoba oil, macadamia via caprylic/capric triglyceride and nourishing oils, plus cocoa butter, beeswax, almond, olive, avocado and sunflower oils, squalene and Vitamin E (tocopherol). Beeswax and the microcrystalline and ozokerite waxes give the balm its set and glide, while the oils and butters provide slip and moisture.
You'll also find petroleum jelly, light liquid paraffin and octyl methoxycinnamate in the mix, along with preservatives such as propyl paraben and BHT. Reading the full ingredient list is worth it if you or your customers have specific sensitivities.
The claimed benefits are straightforward and honest: deep moisturisation, natural lip conditioning, protection against dryness, suitability for sensitive lips and a smooth, non-sticky finish.
How to use the lip balm base
Working with a ready base is simple. A typical process looks like this:
- Weigh out the amount of base you need for your batch.
- Melt it gently using a double boiler or a heat-safe bowl over warm water. Avoid direct high heat, which can scorch the oils.
- Once fully liquid, stir in any additions you want (see below).
- Pour into clean lip balm tubes, tins or pots before it starts to set.
- Let the balms cool undisturbed at room temperature until firm.
Optional customisations
- Flavour: add a few drops of food-grade or cosmetic-grade lip flavour oil.
- Colour: use a small amount of cosmetic-approved lip-safe colourant or mica.
- Extra oils: a little more jojoba or a fragrance oil can be blended in, but keep additions modest so the balm still sets properly.
Because the base is already balanced, you don't have to add anything at all. Melt and pour gives you a usable balm on its own.
Tips and safety notes
- Sanitise your tubes, pots and tools before pouring to keep batches clean.
- Melt at low, steady heat and stir gently to avoid air bubbles.
- Add heat-sensitive flavours only once the melt has cooled slightly, just before pouring.
- Always patch-test a finished balm on your skin before regular use, especially if you have known sensitivities to nut oils, beeswax or preservatives.
- This is a cosmetic base. Follow the accompanying COA and MSDS, and label your finished products with a full ingredient list if you sell them.
- Keep raw base away from children and store away from direct heat.
Buying and storage
Choose your pack size based on how much you make. The 500 Gm pack suits hobbyists and small test batches, while the 5 KG and 10 KG options work for regular production runs and small businesses. The base has a shelf life of 24 months when stored well.
Store the base in a cool, dry place, tightly closed and away from sunlight and heat. The Vitamin E and BHT help protect the oils from going rancid, but proper storage still matters for keeping colour and smell fresh. You can find this base and other cosmetic-making supplies on Azlok.
FAQ
Do I need to add anything to this lip balm base?
No. It is ready to use, so you can simply melt and pour to make a functional balm. Flavour and colour are optional if you want to personalise it.
Is the Macadamia & Jojoba Lip Balm Base vegan?
The product is listed as vegan-friendly. However, do check the full ingredient list against your own requirements, as it contains beeswax (cera alba) among the waxes.
How much balm will one pack make?
It depends on your tube or pot size, but a 500 Gm pack fills roughly 100 standard 5 gram lip balm tubes, before accounting for any extra oils or flavours you add.
How do I melt the base without ruining it?
Use a double boiler or a bowl over warm water on low heat. Avoid a direct flame or microwaving on high, which can overheat and degrade the oils.
How long does the finished balm last?
The base itself has a 24-month shelf life when stored cool and sealed. Your finished balm will last similarly if you keep your tools clean and store the products away from heat and sunlight.