I make balm for myself, family, friends etc, so only small amounts, but I just use a wire hand-whisk and 'roll' the handle between my palms (like starting fire with a stick) as I have carpal tunnel - it's a very effective method .. And a few ideas on what 'other things' one can make - by adjusting the wax : oil ratio &/or adding butters, flavours, fragrance, essential oils, menthol crystals etc, you can make everything from lip balm, bug balm, muscle rub, solid perfume, cuticle rub, solid massage/lotion bars, plus more ;) ~ Clear