I made up a batch of my "Whizbang Winter Balm". Very simple recipe: 1part coconut oil, 1part unrefined Shea butter. I put it in a Pyrex dish, microwave it just until it is melted, make sure it's mixed well and then pour it into my glass container. At this point you can add a few drops of EO, eg rose or lavender or frankensence. Make sure it is mixed well and then put it in the fridge until it solidifies. Then you can put it on your den shelf and it's ready to use. Feels great on my skin. Perfect for dry winter days.