Cotton Candy Lip Scrub

Get ready to give your lips a treat that’s as fun as it is functional! Our cotton candy lip scrub is made to gently exfoliate all that dry skin away, so you can say goodbye to chapped lips. We've blended in vitamin E and jojoba oil to leave a light, nourishing layer of moisture that'll keep those lips feeling smooth all day. And the best part? After you've scrubbed a little sweetness on, you can literally lick it off—yep, it's that tasty. Who knew a lip scrub could double as a dessert?

1 oz. Glass Jar

Step‑by‑step: how to use a lip scrub -

1. Start with clean lips:  

   Gently wipe your lips with a damp washcloth or rinse with lukewarm water to remove makeup, balm, or food residue.

2. Apply a small amount:  

   Take a pea‑sized amount of lip scrub on a clean fingertip or cotton swab. You don’t need much—too much can be harsh.

3. Massage gently:  

   Using light, circular motions, massage the scrub over your lips for about 20–30 seconds.  

   - Pressure check: Think “feather‑light,” not “scrubbing dishes.” If it hurts or feels scratchy, you’re pressing too hard.

4. Let it sit briefly (optional):  

   If the scrub has oils or butters, you can let it sit for another 30–60 seconds so the conditioning ingredients can soak in.

5. Remove the scrub:  

   Rinse with lukewarm water or gently wipe off with a soft, damp cloth. Make sure all grains are removed so they don’t keep rubbing against your skin.

6. Pat dry, don’t rub:  

   Lightly pat your lips dry with a clean towel. Avoid rubbing, which adds more friction.

7. Moisturize immediately:  

   Apply a nourishing lip balm or ointment right away to lock in moisture and protect the freshly exfoliated skin.

8. Limit how often you exfoliate:  

   For most people, 1–2 times per week is plenty. If your lips are very sensitive or already cracked, skip exfoliating until they’ve healed.

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Important note about lip scrubs and overuse **

Lip scrubs are a physical (mechanical) exfoliant—they use tiny particles (like sugar, salt, or other grains) plus friction to remove dead skin. The skin on your lips is thin and delicate, with less protective barrier than the rest of your face. If you scrub too hard or use a lip scrub too often, you can:

- Create micro‑tears: Tiny, invisible cuts in the lip surface that can sting, burn, and make lips feel even drier.  

- Increase irritation and inflammation: Redness, burning, and sensitivity can worsen, especially in cold, windy, or sunny weather.  

- Damage the protective barrier: Over‑exfoliation can strip natural oils, making lips more prone to cracking, peeling, and infection.

So the goal isn’t to get your lips “squeaky smooth” in one go—it’s to gently loosen flakes while keeping the tissue healthy. If your lips feel sore, raw, or more chapped after using a scrub, that’s your sign to back off on pressure and frequency, and focus on hydration and healing instead.