Ethiopian Coffee Kiss DIY Lip Balm — A Handmade Gift for Coffee Lovers
Ethiopian Coffee Kiss DIY Lip Balm — Perfect for Gifting Coffee Lovers
There are many kinds of beeswax lip balm out there, but nothing beats the joy of making your own — especially when it’s infused with the aroma of Ethiopian coffee. This Ethiopian Coffee Kiss DIY Lip Balm is unisex, deeply moisturizing, and simple to create with grocery-store ingredients. It’s an ideal handmade gift for coffee lovers, holiday stockings, or self-care baskets.
The Beauty of Handmade Gifts: Making something yourself shows care, reduces waste, and lets you choose every ingredient for a personal, high-quality touch.
Did you know? Ethiopia is the birthplace of coffee and Africa’s top producer. For centuries, Ethiopian beekeepers have harvested beeswax to seal food — now you can use it to seal in moisture for your own lip balm.
Ingredients (Makes about 6 small lip balm tins)
- ¼ cup beeswax pellets (found in the natural beauty or candle section)
- 2 tablespoons pure shea butter
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 10 drops coffee bean essential oil (or infuse neutral oil with coffee grounds if essential oil is unavailable)
Directions
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the beeswax, shea butter, and coconut oil together. Stir occasionally until smooth.
- Remove from heat. Add coffee essential oil (or strained infused oil) and stir well.
- Pour carefully into clean, dry lip balm tins or small jars.
- Let cool for at least 2 hours until fully set.
Gift Tip: Label your tins “Ethiopian Coffee Kiss” and tie with twine or ribbon. Pair with a bag of Ethiopian coffee beans or a coffee mug for a thoughtful homemade gift.
Where to Find Ingredients
- Beeswax pellets — craft aisle, candle-making section, or natural skincare shelf at larger grocery stores
- Shea butter — beauty section or natural foods aisle
- Coconut oil — cooking oil aisle
- Coffee essential oil — natural beauty section, online, or make your own by infusing oil with coffee grounds
