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The history of tallow skincare
Tallow has an enduring legacy in skincare that stretches across millennia. From ancient Egypt to today’s natural skincare movement, rendered animal fats have provided nourishment, protection, and healing to generations of people.
Read MoreTallow as a luxurious experience – no animal fat smell or grease
100% grass-fed and finished beef tallow has been a trusted ingredient in skincare for centuries. Packed with vitamins like A, D, E, and K, tallow is incredibly nourishing and provides essential nutrients for healthy skin.
Read MoreWhat is bioavailability and why it matters
In skincare, bioavailability measures how well the compounds of an ingredient achieve their desired effect based on the chemistry between the ingredient and your skin. Hydrating compounds that are allowed to be absorbed into the skin and are easily utilized by the skin cells are very bioavailable. Hydrating compounds that...
Read MoreHow to restore your ancestral glow
Your ancestral glow is when you radiate health and vitality. We call it ancestral because it is inherent in us to feel that way. Our ancestors may have had difficult times, but we believe their connection to nature and to each other provided a baseline of health and happiness. The...
Read MoreWhy a heavier moisturizer is the key to winter comfort
During winter, cold air, low humidity, and indoor heating draw moisture away from the skin, leaving it dry and vulnerable to irritation. Incorporating a heavier balm, such as one made with 100% grass-fed & finished beef tallow, can provide excellent hydration and barrier protection.
Read MoreWhy Tallow?
Beef fat for skincare? I know, it sounds crazy—trust me, that’s what I thought at first, but it turns out, it’s not crazy at all. Tallow, specifically grass-fed and grass-finished beef tallow, has a long and rich history as a base for soap, ancient skincare remedies, candles, and even cooking...
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