Procedure

Method A: Quick Balm (no water phase; longest shelf life)

In a heat-safe bowl, combine 3 tbsp baby oil and 1 tbsp beeswax. Warm over a double boiler until melted.
Remove from heat; stir in 6–8 drops vitamin E. For a hint of aroma/color, you can whisk in a pinch of finely ground coffee (optional).
Pour into a clean jar and let set. You’ll get a buttery “cream-balm” that softens lines by sealing in moisture. (Note: very little caffeine transfers in an oil-only formula.)

Method B: Light Coffee Cream (emulsion; best feel & caffeine delivery)

Water phase: In a cup, whisk 2 tbsp aloe gel, 1 tbsp rose water (or plain cooled water), 1–2 tsp instant coffee or 2 tbsp cooled strong coffee, and 1 tsp glycerin until smooth.
Oil phase: Gently melt 3 tbsp baby oil with 1 tbsp beeswax just until liquid.
Emulsify: While blending the water phase with a hand mixer/whisk, slowly drizzle the warm oil phase in a thin stream. Whip 2–3 minutes until it thickens into a cream.
Stir in 6–8 drops vitamin E. Transfer to a sanitized jar, cool, and cap.

Tip: If you have emulsifying wax, you can swap it for beeswax for a silkier, more stable cream. Beeswax still works nicely for short-term use.