Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tallow and What Are The Benefits Of Using It?
In layman's terms, tallow is the rendered fat that comes from cows. Tallow from 100% grass-fed, grass-finished cows provides vitamins found in no other foods. Animal fats naturally contain fat-soluble vitamins A, D3, E, and K2 along with vitamins B1, B4, and B12; all of which are essential for good skin health. Unlike harmful ingredients and chemicals in commercialized skin creams you see on the shelves, tallow is not prone to spoil or turn rancid. On a molecular level, tallow does not oxidize or break down by releasing free radicals into your system. In fact, tallow is Latin for sebum due to the fact that tallow is nearly identical to the sebum our own skin secretes. Moreover, tallow is biologically similar to our cellular membranes in that tallow is over 50% saturated fat just like the lipids found in youthful, toned, and healthy skin. Besides fat-soluble vitamins, tallow is extremely anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, and is loaded with anti-microbial properties. Grass-fed, grass-finished tallow contains conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), palmitoleic acid (omega 7), palmitic acid, alpha-linoleic (omega-3), linoleic acid (omega-6), oleic acid (omega-9), and stearic acid. All of these combined create a deeply moisturizing, hydrating, and an exceptionally healing skin cream.
Why Have I Never Heard of Tallow-Based Skincare Before?
Tallow has been used in skincare for 2,000 years. In fact, the oldest known skin cream in the world was used by the Romans and contained animal fat. Tallow was extremely common for centuries as the main ingredient for candles, soaps, salves, and creams until around the 1950s when the skincare industry decided to put the dollar before health. Skincare products became lab-made with petroleum-based detergents using synthetic, chemically-derived formulas that speak a language our bodies do not and are not intended to understand. On top of that, most mass produced skincare products that proclaim themselves as "all natural" still contain dangerous herbicides, pesticides, and other agrochemicals that consumers are not even aware they are rubbing on their skin. Replacing the laws of mother nature and ancestral wisdom with destructive commercial modernization leads customers into nothing more than bottomless money pits with skincare products that never make a difference. Your skin is smart, and it knows exactly what it needs in order to heal itself. That's why Touch of Tallow is here for you. Our top priority is exposing you to a skincare secret you weren't privy to until now. Once you try our tallow-based skincare, you'll never look back.
How Do I Use Tallow Balm?
Tallow balm from Touch of Tallow is the most versatile skincare product you can own. Tallow balm can replace all facial moisturizers and body lotions. It can be applied everywhere on the body whenever needed. Tallow balm from Touch of Tallow is used for a number of conditions: dry skin, chapped lips, chapped nipples from breastfeeding, mastitis, eczema, psoriasis, diaper rash, HFM, chafing, sunburns, chemical burns, kitchen burns, burns from radiation, pain management, cracked heels, sun-damaged skin, age spots, rashes, itching, ear infections in humans and animals, pink eye, ringworm, athletes foot, jock itch, shingles, skin tag removal, wart removal, rosacea, impetigo, wrinkles, scrapes, scratches, stretch marks, scars, c-section scars, hemorrhoids, vaginal yeast infections, keratosis pilaris, topical steroid withdrawal, cradle cap, pet hot spots, new tattoos, sharpie removal from skin, hidradenitis suppurativa, acne, face primer, makeup remover and even a soothing aftershave or deodorant. The list is truly endless.
What Products Do You Sell and What Are The Differences Between Them?
Touch of Tallow sells SEVEN different kinds of tallow balms and a lip balm:
Signature Tallow Balm (potent): daily moisturizing of the face and body along with therapeutic use for minor skin ailments. Apply as many times per day as needed.
Pure Tallow Balm: (potent) daily moisturizing of the face and body along with therapeutic use for minor skin ailments. This is our only unscented tallow balm. Apply as many times per day as needed.
Premium Tallow Balm (potent): daily moisturizing of the face and body along with therapeutic use for minor skin ailments. Apply as many times per day as needed.
Opulence Tallow Balm (more potent): daily moisturizing of the face and body along with anti-aging and therapeutic use for more severe or chronic skin ailments. Apply as many times per day as needed.
Regal Tallow Balm (very potent): daily moisturizing of the face and body along with anti-aging and therapeutic use for more severe or chronic skin ailments. Apply as many times per day as needed.
Anointed Tallow Balm (extremely potent): daily moisturizing of the face and body along with anti-aging and therapeutic use for more severe or chronic skin ailments. Apply as many times per day as needed.
Mineral Polish: exfoliation for the face and body. After cleansing (preferrably after a shower or bath), gently rub the mineral polish on your face. Let sit for at least 15 minutes. You can use your two pointer fingers to rub the mineral polish on your skin in circular motion intermittently while you wait. Gently wash the mineral polish off with a warm rag. The matcha powder will stain so make sure the rag you choose is specifically for this mask. Once you've gently removed the mineral polish from your face, apply the Signature, Pure, Premium, Opulence, Regal, or Anointed Tallow Balm to your face for a soft, hydrated and nutritious finish! The Mineral Polish is notorious for clearing up acne, smoothing skin texture, and is recommended along side one of my other six tallow balms for clear and beautiful skin.
Honey Drip Lip Balm: creamy, buttery soft lip emolient that can quench any dry or chapped lips. Apply as many times per day as needed.
What is The Shelf Life of Your Products?
The shelf life for all of our tallow products is 6-9 months.
Are Your Tallow Products Safe During Pregnancy And While Breastfeeding?
All of our tallow products are safe during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. We specifically recommend you use our Pure Tallow Balm for your nipples if soreness, cracking or bleeding occurs during breastfeeding.
Are Your Tallow Products Safe For Babies And Children?
Yes, all of our tallow products are safe for babies and children. We recommend you first do a patch test to determine if there are any unknown allergies.
Do I Need To Refrigerate My Tallow Balm?
If you prefer to keep an extra tallow balm in your refrigerator in the unfortunate event that you burn yourself, there's nothing wrong with cold tallow balm to soothe it! Or, if you buy multiple tallow balms at once, you may refrigerate them to extend their shelf life. Otherwise, we recommend you store your tallow balm in a cool, dry, dark place.
Do You Ship Internationally?
Yes! Touch of Tallow ships all over the world.
Where Are You Located?
Colorado, USA.