Frequently Asked Questions

Tallow is a natural, nutrient-rich fat derived from the fat of cows. It has been used for centuries for its skin-loving benefits and is packed with vitamins A, D, E, and K, which are essential for healthy skin. Tallow is deeply moisturising, absorbs quickly into the skin, and is perfect for hydrating dry, damaged, or irritated skin.

Unlike many modern skincare products that are full of synthetic ingredients, tallow is 100% natural, making it an ideal option for those looking for a chemical-free alternative. Its rich composition closely mirrors our skin’s own oils, which helps promote skin regeneration, reduce inflammation, and improve overall skin health.

At The Tallow Tribe, we source high-quality, grass-fed tallow to create our luxurious balms, ensuring that you get the best of what nature has to offer.

Tallow is a highly nourishing and effective skincare ingredient, offering a wide range of benefits due to its unique composition. Here’s why tallow is so great for your skin:

• Rich in Vitamins: Tallow is packed with essential vitamins A, D, E, and K, which are vital for maintaining healthy skin. These vitamins help to:
• Mimics Your Skin’s Natural Oils: Tallow is bio-identical to the oils naturally produced by our skin (sebum), making it highly compatible with our skin’s needs. This allows tallow to absorb deeply and work in harmony with the skin, providing deep nourishment and hydration without disrupting the natural skin barrier.
• Supports Skin Repair & Regeneration: Tallow contains high levels of Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA), which is known for its ability to support the skin’s healing process. This makes it especially beneficial for dry, cracked, or damaged skin. It also helps to soothe inflammation, calm redness, and speed up the healing of cuts, scars, and other skin irritations.
• Helps With Skin Inflammation: The anti-inflammatory properties of tallow make it great for calming conditions like eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, and acne. By reducing irritation and inflammation, tallow helps your skin feel more balanced and comfortable, while promoting a clearer, healthier complexion.
• Natural, Chemical-Free Moisturisation: Unlike synthetic moisturisers that may contain parabens, silicones, or alcohols that can irritate the skin, tallow is completely natural and chemical-free. It nourishes your skin without the need for any harmful additives, preservatives, or artificial fragrances, making it safe even for the most sensitive skin.
• Maintains the Skin’s Natural Barrier: Tallow helps to repair and protect the skin’s natural moisture barrier, locking in hydration and keeping environmental stressors out. This protection helps to prevent moisture loss, reduce signs of ageing, and keep your skin healthy and resilient.
• Versatile & Multi-Purpose: Tallow is a versatile ingredient that can be used for both facial and body skincare. Whether you’re looking for a daily moisturiser, a treatment for dry patches, or an after-sun balm, tallow’s rich, nourishing properties can tackle a variety of skincare concerns.
• Sustainable & Eco-Friendly: By using tallow, which is a byproduct of the meat industry, you’re choosing a natural ingredient that would otherwise go to waste. This makes tallow an eco-friendly and sustainable skincare option, ensuring that nothing goes unused and that you’re supporting ethical farming practices.

Grass-fed tallow is rich in fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, and K) that play a vital role in skin health. Unlike synthetic skincare ingredients, these vitamins are naturally occurring in tallow, making them highly bio-available and easily absorbed by the skin.

1. Vitamin A (Retinol) – Skin Renewal & Clarity

• Essential for skin cell turnover, helping to reduce hyper-pigmentation, acne scars, and fine lines.

• Supports collagen production, improving skin elasticity and firmness.

• Helps regulate oil production, making it beneficial for acne-prone skin.

2. Vitamin D – Skin Barrier & Healing

• A powerful anti-inflammatory that helps soothe eczema, psoriasis, and irritated skin.

• Strengthens the skin barrier, preventing moisture loss and protecting against environmental damage.

• Assists in wound healing and promotes overall skin regeneration.

3. Vitamin E – Antioxidant & UV Protection

• A natural antioxidant that protects against free radical damage caused by UV rays and pollution.

• Helps prevent premature aging by reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

• Deeply hydrates and soothes dry, cracked skin, making it ideal for sensitive skin conditions.

4. Vitamin K – Redness & Bruise Reduction

• Plays a key role in reducing dark circles, redness, and broken capillaries.

• Helps speed up the healing of scars, bruises, and stretch marks.

• Supports skin repair and improves overall tone and texture.

Why is tallow superior to commercial skincare?

Unlike water-based creams filled with preservatives and synthetic additives, tallow’s composition closely mimics human sebum, allowing for deep absorption without clogging pores. The naturally occurring vitamins work synergistically to hydrate, heal, and protect the skin, making tallow one of the most nutrient-dense skincare ingredients available. 

We source our tallow from local, grass-fed, pasture-raised cattle on a farm in the Adelaide Hills, South Australia. This ensures the highest quality while supporting sustainable and ethical farming practices. The cattle roam freely across a minimum of 100 acres, grazing on grass and natural forage, and are completely hormone-free.

High Quality: Pasture-raised cattle produce tallow rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA), and essential fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K.

Ethical and Sustainable: This farming method ensures humane treatment of animals while promoting environmentally friendly and sustainable practices.

At The Tallow Tribe, we believe in using only the purest, highest-quality ingredients.

That’s why we source our essential oils exclusively from Young Living, a company renowned for its commitment to purity, sustainability, and ethical sourcing. Young Living follows a Seed to Seal® process, ensuring that every step—from planting and harvesting to distillation and bottling—is held to the highest standards.

Their oils are sourced from carefully maintained farms across the world, where they use earth-friendly agricultural practices and low-impact production methods. These farms and Seed to Seal-certified suppliers are hand-selected and thoroughly vetted to ensure that all botanicals are produced with strict environmental ethics. The result is pure products that are part of a powerful sustainability story, making them a perfect match for The Tallow Tribe’s commitment to clean, high-quality skincare.

To guarantee the highest standards, Young Living’s essential oils undergo several rounds of rigorous testing, including GC/MS testing for chemical composition, microbial testing for contaminants, and heavy metals testing to ensure safety. These tests, along with the rigorous Seed to Seal® process, ensure that Young Living’s essential oils are of the highest purity, potency, and quality, and free from harmful additives.

Why We Trust Young Living:

• No synthetic additives, fillers, or chemicals—just pure botanical extracts.
• Oils are harvested from Young Living’s own farms and trusted partner farms, ensuring ethical and environmentally responsible production.
• Each batch undergoes multiple rounds of testing to ensure it meets strict purity standards.
• No pesticides, herbicides, or harmful chemicals—just nature at its finest.
  

We incorporate these premium essential oils into our products to enhance their skin-nourishing benefits, providing natural antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, soothing, antioxidant, and healing properties.

By choosing Young Living essential oils, we ensure that every Tallow Tribe product is crafted with the purest, most effective botanicals, supporting both your skin’s health and overall well-being while maintaining our commitment to sustainability.

Seed to Seal isn't just a process. It's a promise.

Young Living’s Seed to Seal® quality commitment and its four pillars—Sourcing, Science, Standards, and Social Impact—ensure you get authentic, science-backed products that are kinder to both you and Mother Earth. Join us in being part of a healthier world, one natural product at a time!

References:

• Young Living Seed to Seal®: Young
Living’s Seed to Seal® Process

• Young Living Sourcing &
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Yes, tallow is incredibly effective for a wide variety of skin conditions, thanks to its rich composition of vitamins, fatty acids, and anti-inflammatory properties. Here’s how tallow can be beneficial for different skin concerns:

• Eczema and Psoriasis: Tallow’s anti-inflammatory and soothing properties help to calm the irritation and redness associated with eczema and psoriasis. It supports the skin’s natural healing process and helps to restore the skin’s protective barrier, which can be compromised in these conditions. Regular use of tallow can reduce dryness, itching, and flakiness, promoting smoother and healthier skin.

Why it works: The high levels of vitamins A and D in tallow support skin regeneration, while its rich fatty acid profile helps to restore moisture and reduce inflammation.

Suggested Product: Try our Natural Tallow Balm or Hemp Tallow Balm for gentle relief. Free from essential oils, these balms are ideal for sensitive skin and provide long-lasting hydration and comfort.

• Dry, Cracked Skin: For those with dry, cracked skin, tallow is a godsend. Its deep moisturising properties help to replenish lost hydration and repair damaged skin. It’s especially beneficial for dry areas like hands, elbows, knees, and feet, which often experience roughness and cracking. Tallow not only hydrates but also forms a protective barrier, preventing further moisture loss and keeping the skin soft and supple.

Why it works: Tallow’s composition closely mimics our skin’s natural oils, allowing it to penetrate deeply and provide long-lasting hydration without clogging pores.

Suggested Product: Try our Natural Tallow Balm or Cocoa Tallow Body Butter is perfect for those dry, cracked areas, providing intense moisture and repair, leaving skin soft and smooth.

• Acne-Prone Skin: Contrary to common belief, tallow is excellent for acne-prone skin. The natural anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties of tallow, especially when combined with essential oils like frankincense or lavender, help to calm redness and irritation associated with acne. It also balances oil production, preventing both overproduction of sebum and excessive dryness. Regular use can reduce the appearance of breakouts, acne scars, and inflammation.

Why it works: Tallow contains omega-3 fatty acids, which help to reduce inflammation, while its ability to mimic the skin’s natural oils means it doesn’t clog pores. In fact, it can help regulate oil production, keeping the skin balanced.

Suggested Product:Try our Frankincense Tallow Balm or Honey & Cinnamon Tallow Balm, formulated specifically for acne-prone skin. These balms reduce redness and promote healing, helping your skin stay clear and calm.

• Rosacea: Tallow’s anti-inflammatory properties make it an ideal treatment for rosacea. By calming redness and reducing flare-ups, tallow helps to soothe sensitive, irritated skin while promoting healing. Its gentle nature means it can be used on delicate skin without causing further irritation.

Why it works: Tallow helps to repair the skin’s barrier and lock in moisture, which can help to calm the chronic irritation and redness common with rosacea.

Suggested Product: Our Hemp Tallow Balm is a soothing option for rosacea-prone skin, offering gentle care without essential oils to calm and hydrate.

• Acne Scars and Stretch Marks: Tallow can help reduce the appearance of scars, stretch marks, and other skin imperfections. Its high levels of vitamin A, which is known for its ability to promote cell turnover and regeneration, can help to fade scars over time. The moisturising effect of tallow also keeps the skin flexible and hydrated, which can help prevent and treat stretch marks, especially during periods of rapid skin stretching, like pregnancy or weight changes.

Why it works: The combination of vitamins A and E in tallow stimulates collagen production, which helps to repair skin tissue and fade scars. Tallow’s emollient properties also keep the skin nourished and plump, improving the texture and appearance of stretch marks.

Suggested Product: For stretch marks and scars, try our Lavender Tallow Balm or Frankincense Tallow Balm. These balms nourish and improve skin elasticity, support skin cell regeneration, and provide deep hydration. Over time, they help reduce the appearance of scars and stretch marks while soothing inflammation and revitalising the skin.

• Sunburns and Sun-Damaged Skin: Tallow provides a natural, soothing remedy for sunburns by replenishing lost moisture and promoting healing. Its anti-inflammatory properties help reduce the pain, redness, and swelling associated with sunburns. The vitamins and antioxidants in tallow support skin recovery and prevent further damage, while its nourishing qualities help to keep the skin soft and hydrated as it heals.

Why it works: Tallow’s rich nutrient profile supports the regeneration of damaged skin cells, while its natural oils help lock in moisture to prevent peeling and dryness.

Suggested Product:Try our Lavender Tallow Balm for sun-damaged skin. Both balms are rich in soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, helping to calm irritation, promote healing, and reduce redness. With their deep moisturising effects, these balms protect your skin from further damage while keeping it soft and hydrated as it recovers.

• Wounds and Cuts: Tallow promotes the healing of minor wounds, cuts, and abrasions. Its high vitamin content supports tissue regeneration, and its natural antibacterial properties help to prevent infection in the early stages of healing. By keeping the wound moisturised, tallow also speeds up recovery time and helps to reduce scarring.

Why it works: Tallow helps to keep the skin hydrated and protected from environmental stressors, which is essential for healing. Its nutrient-rich composition encourages cell renewal and faster tissue repair.

Suggested Product: Try our Lavender Tallow Balm or Frankincense Tallow Balm for quick healing of cuts and minor wounds. Both balms utilise natural antibacterial properties to protect the skin and speed up the recovery process.
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Tallow’s versatility and effectiveness make it an excellent natural remedy for a wide range of skin conditions. By supporting the skin’s natural barrier and providing deep hydration, tallow helps to restore balance, promote healing, and improve overall skin health. Whether you’re dealing with chronic skin conditions or just need a gentle, all-natural moisturiser, tallow is a powerful ally for your skin.

Due to the nature of our products, we typically do not accept returns or exchanges.

However, if your product arrives damaged or you received the wrong item, please contact us within 7 days of receipt, and we will resolve the issue.

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We offer both unscented and scented versions of our tallow balm. The scented version contains natural essential oils, providing a subtle fragrance, while the unscented version is perfect for those with sensitivities.

Store your tallow balm in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. To keep it fresh, ensure the lid is tightly closed after each use.

The length of time your jar of whipped tallow balm will last depends on how often you use it and the areas you’re applying it to. Our tallow balm is deeply moisturising, a little goes a long way!

Here is a general guide based on the size of the jar:

• 30ml Jar: If used regularly, it will last approximately 1-2 weeks with daily use.

• 50ml Jar: With regular use, this will last around 3-4 weeks.

• 120ml Jar: Great for larger areas or full-body use, this will last around 5-6 weeks with regular use.

• 250ml Jar: Our largest size, perfect for households or daily full-body use, lasting around 8-12 weeks.

These are just estimates based on regular daily use - your jar may last slightly longer or shorter depending on your individual needs.

Yes, tallow is safe to use on eczema-prone skin and is gentle enough to use from birth. We’ve used it on our children since birth, and it has been trusted by our ancestors for centuries to soothe and nourish sensitive skin, including eczema. Tallow is rich in vitamins A, D, E, and K, which help moisturise and support the skin’s natural barrier—especially important for those with eczema. For extra gentle care, we recommend our Natural or Hemp versions, which contain no essential oils and are perfect for calming and hydrating delicate skin. As always, we suggest doing a patch test before full use to ensure it’s the right fit for your child’s skin.

Yes, tallow balm is generally suitable for all skin types, including dry, oily, sensitive, and mature skin. It provides deep moisture and nourishment, making it especially helpful for people with conditions like eczema, psoriasis, or other skin irritations.

For those with sensitive skin, we recommend choosing a version of tallow balm that is free from essential oils, such as the natural or hemp tallow. This helps avoid potential irritation and provides a gentler, more soothing formulation for delicate skin.

Which Tallow Do I Use on Mature Skin?
For mature skin, tallow balms that promote hydration, skin regeneration, and improved elasticity are the best choices. The vitamins A, D, E, and K in tallow help to support collagen production, while its fatty acids deeply nourish the skin and improve texture. Tallow also helps to lock in moisture, prevent fine lines, and restore a youthful appearance.

Tallow’s Benefits for Wrinkles and Skin Tightening
Tallow is particularly beneficial for tackling wrinkles and promoting firmer, more youthful-looking skin. The vitamin A in tallow stimulates collagen production, which is essential for skin tightening and reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Additionally, tallow’s high fatty acid content helps to restore moisture, making the skin appear plumper and more elastic. Antioxidants like vitamins E and K protect the skin from environmental damage, helping to combat the visible signs of aging and improve overall skin texture.

Suggested Tallow Balms for Mature Skin:
Frankincense Tallow Balm
Frankincense essential oil is well-known for its powerful anti-aging benefits, including its ability to even out skin tone and reduce pigmentation. It promotes cell regeneration, enhances skin elasticity, and helps smooth fine lines and wrinkles. This luxurious balm is perfect for revitalising mature skin, working to firm and tighten the complexion for a more youthful appearance.

Lavender Tallow Balm
Lavender promotes skin regeneration and enhances texture, making it an excellent choice for mature skin. It helps smooth wrinkles, restores a youthful glow, and improves skin tone while hydrating and nourishing.

Natural & Hemp Tallow Balm
For sensitive mature skin, our Natural Tallow Balm and Hemp Tallow Balm are perfect options. Both are free of essential oils, making them gentle and soothing for sensitive skin. These balms provide all the nourishing benefits of tallow, helping to firm and hydrate while promoting elasticity and moisture retention. Ideal for improving skin appearance, they naturally tighten and firm skin without irritation.