The biggest advantage is that there are no chemicals, preservatives, artificial color, or sweeteners used when you make them yourself, so your lips will never get damaged, neither will you face allergic reactions like swelling, rashes, boils, etc. By using aromatic essential oils or cosmetic grade scented oils, you can custom make the balm to suit your needs and preferences. Elaborated in this BeautiSecrets write-up are some recipes that you will absolutely love.