07 Apr Why Does My Lipstick Feel Dry?

You’ve just made your own lipstick… poured it, waited (impatiently) for it to set, popped it into the tube — and then… it feels a bit dry on your lips.

The most common reason is simple: Too much pigment.

When you add more pigment:

• The lipstick becomes more matte
• It can feel draggy or less smooth
• It slightly “absorbs” the oils in your base

This is especially common when you’re going for:

• Bold colours
• Deeper shades
• Full coverage

So if your lipstick looks amazing but feels a bit dry — your pigment ratio is likely the culprit.

Before you panic or think you can’t save it…

What to do:

1. Gently melt your lipstick again
2. Add just 1 drop (or 2 drops) of jojoba oil
3. Mix well
4. Pour back into your mould or tube. That’s it.

Be careful not to overdo it. Too much oil can:

• Cause it to break or sweat
• Make the lipstick too soft
• Affect how it sets in the mould