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We get it — switching to single-ingredient skincare raises a few eyebrows. Here's everything people ask us before they make the switch, answered straight.
Tallow Basics
Skin types & concerns
OUR PRODUCTS
BABIES & FAMILIES
STORAGE & SHELF LIFE
HOW TALLOW COMPARES
ORDERING & GENERAL
TALLOW BASICS
Q: What is tallow?
Tallow is rendered fat from cattle, specifically from suet — the nutrient-dense fat surrounding the kidneys. It has been used in skincare for thousands of years, long before the modern beauty industry existed. When carefully rendered from grass-fed, pasture-raised animals, tallow becomes a rich, shelf-stable base packed with fat-soluble vitamins and skin-nourishing fatty acids.
Why would I put animal fat on my skin?
What makes grass-fed tallow different from regular tallow?
Is tallow the same as lard?
Does tallow skincare smell like beef?
SKIN TYPES & CONCERNS
Will tallow clog my pores?
Can I use tallow on my face?
Is tallow good for eczema or psoriasis?
Is tallow safe for sensitive skin?
Can tallow help with aging skin?
I have oily skin. Won’t tallow make it worse?
OUR PRODUCTS
What’s in The Tallow Studio’s All-Purpose Balm?
What can I use the All-Purpose Balm for?
Why do you use raw honey?
What does lemon balm do for the skin?
How much balm should I use per application?
How long does a jar last?
BABIES & FAMILIES
Is tallow balm safe for babies?
Can I use it for diaper rash?
Does it work on cradle cap?
Can the whole family use one jar?
STORAGE & SHELF LIFE
How should I store my tallow balm?
Does tallow balm expire?
What if my balm melts in warm weather?
How do I know if my balm has gone bad?
Does tallow need preservatives to stay fresh?
HOW TALLOW COMPARES
How is tallow different from coconut oil for skin?
Why not just use a plant-based moisturizer?
Is tallow better than store-bought lotion?
Is tallow sustainable?
ORDERING & GENERAL
Do you offer subscriptions?
Is your tallow balm tested on animals?
Where do you source your tallow?
Do your products contain any common allergens?
Can I use tallow balm while pregnant or nursing?
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Haley Ferretti
So far I like it!
Bought this in comparison with another brand not sold on Amazon to see if it’s comparable. Definitely different but I like it so far. Goes on smooth doesn’t leave an orange color like the other brand. My skin feels hydrated and glowy!
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jlecomb
Highest quality tallow I’ve used
The Vitality Balm is amazing! It absorbs quickly, leaves my skin soft and glowing, and feels super nourishing without being greasy. Love that it’s clean, organic, and chemical-free. A little goes a long way—highly recommend!
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Mel See
Feels great on my skin and is super moisturizing.
Antioxidant Tallow Face Balm - 100% Grass Fed & Organic | Handmade in Small Batches | Nature’s most potent antioxidant 6000x Stronger than Vitamin C (1oz) is a smooth lovely feeling face balm. I was a little worried that it might not smell great but I do like the scent.
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