Gather ingredients: beeswax, shea butter or cocoa butter, coconut oil, and optional vitamin E oil or flavor oil
Measure equal parts beeswax, butter, and oil for a basic recipe
Melt the beeswax, butter, and oil together in a double boiler
Stir until fully smooth and combined
Remove from heat
Add a few drops of vitamin E oil or flavor oil if desired
Pour the mixture into clean lip balm tubes or small tins
Let it cool and harden completely
Cap the containers once set
Store in a cool, dry place