Are your products safety tested or approved?
- Every TALLOWÉ balm is assessed & certified under UK cosmetic regulations.
- This means each product is assessed by a qualified safety professional to ensure it is safe for use before it’s ever sold.
- Many sellers skip this legal step - but at TALLOWÉ, we believe in doing things properly, even when no one’s watching.
- Because your safety is never optional!
What makes TALLOWÉ
different from other tallow balms?
- At TALLOWÉ, we stay true to the ancestral wisdom of
whole-ingredient skincare.
- We slow render our tallow to purify and deodorise, a process which lasts up to three days which includes a five-phase filtration process.
- We use only pure halal, grass-fed suet tallow, rendered with care and blended in small batches using therapeutic-grade botanicals.
- Our process is slow, intentional, and respectful, with no preservatives, fillers, or synthetic ingredients.
Why don’t you whip your tallow like everyone else?
- Because we’re not here to make mousse, we’re here to make premium grade skincare!
- Whipping tallow might look nice, but it disrupts the lipid matrix, the very structure that makes tallow so biologically compatible with human skin.
- That matrix is made up of fatty acids, triglycerides, and fat-soluble vitamins in their natural ratio. When you whip it, you break that structure apart, introduce air, and accelerate oxidation - reducing shelf life and weakening performance.
- At TALLOWÉ, we leave our tallow unwhipped and intact to preserve its full molecular integrity. The result? A denser, more stable balm that melts on contact, penetrates deeply, and supports your skin’s barrier the way nature intended.
- We don’t follow trends. We follow function.
Is it normal for my skin to react at first?
- Some people experience an adjustment phase when trying a new balm.
- This can look like mild breakouts or changes in skin texture as your skin adapts to new oils and nutrients.
- This phase is usually temporary and settles within a couple of weeks.
- It’s important to distinguish this from a sensitivity reaction:
Adjustment phase: mild spots or bumps, usually in areas you already tend to break out, that clear with continued use.
Sensitivity: redness, burning, stinging, or rashes that appear outside your normal breakout areas.
- If you notice sensitivity, discontinue use.
- We always recommend a patch test before first use, especially if you have sensitive skin.
What is tallow and why do you use it in your skincare?
- Tallow is rendered from halal, grass-fed suet, the purest fat surrounding the kidneys.
- Rich in vitamins A, D, E, and K, and fatty acids that closely resemble human sebum, it nourishes deeply and supports skin barrier function.
- It’s an ancient, effective, and bioavailable ingredient, pure, traditional, and elegant in its simplicity.
- Read more here
Is tallow safe to use on skin?
- Tallow is incredibly skin-compatible and helps soothe dryness, flaking, and irritation.
- Many of our customers find it helpful for very dry or reactive skin.
- Always perform a patch test before use and consult a healthcare professional if you have a pre-existing skin condition.
Is TALLOWÉ Halal?
- While not always halal-certified, we use only halal, grass-fed suet sourced with integrity.
- Our suppliers follow halal slaughter practices, some may have certification whilst others may not and we take care to source from animals raised humanely on pasture wherever possible.
- The modern halal certification process typically verifies that the animal was slaughtered to minimal requirements, but does not always guarantee how the animal was raised.
- At TALLOWÉ, we go beyond simply seeking certification, sourcing only from animals raised ethically on pasture, in alignment with our values of responsibility and reverence.
Can I use this on babies or during pregnancy?
- While our balms are made with minimal, skin friendly ingredients, we do not recommend use on children under 3 years of age.
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult your healthcare provider before use.
- Our Mother & Baby range (coming soon) will be formulated specifically to meet the extra-gentle standards expected for both mother & child.
How should I store my balm?
- Keep your balm in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
- Refrigeration is optional and can prolong shelf life. However this will harden the balm.
What is the shelf life?
- The expiry date of each balm can be found at the base of the jar.
- Shelf life post manufacture is at least 30 months.
- Period After Opening (PAO) is 12 months
- Balms are made fresh to order on a weekly basis.
Are your products vegan or cruelty-free?
- Our balms are not vegan due to the inclusion of suet.
- However, we are firmly cruelty-free!
- We never test on animals and only work with suppliers who uphold the same standard.
- All ingredients are ethically and respectfully sourced.
Will it feel greasy?
Our balms are carefully formulated to a silky smooth texture that melts into the skin and absorbs quickly, leaving it soft, nourished, and comfortable, never heavy or greasy.
Do you ship internationally?
- Currently, we only ship within the UK.
- We are working on expanding to international shipping soon.
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Can I return a product if it doesn’t suit me?
We do not accept returns on skincare products due to hygiene regulations. However, if your item is damaged or faulty, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery so we can make it right.
Where can I find detailed ingredient or product information?
- Each balm comes with a Full Product Information (FPI) sheet detailing formulation, usage, storage guidelines and other useful information.
- FPI’s can be found here
Are you planning to release more products?
- TALLOWÉ is growing slowly and intentionally. We’re currently focused on launching our core balm range with the highest level of care and integrity.
In the future, we plan to introduce:
- A men’s range (aftershave balm, beard and hair balms)
- Muscle and joint support balms
- A gentle Mum & Baby line
- Lip balms, soaps & candles
- Seasonal or limited-edition offerings
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