Ancient Blog

Ancient Blog

Ancient Blog

Ancient Blog

Think Before You Rub

Think Before You Rub

If you’re moisturizing multiple times a day, you probably believe you have “abnormally” dry skin… But your skin is a highly permeable and complex system. Way too complex and variable to approach clinical trials without a fair bit of skepticism. If the 30+ ingredient cocktail of isolated chemicals you’re using...

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The history of tallow skincare

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.

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Tallow as a luxurious experience - no animal fat smell or grease

Tallow 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.

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Bioavailability and why it matters

What 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...

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How 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...

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Why a heavier moisturizer is best in winter

Why 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.

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