If you're anything like us, you're paying a little more attention to what goes on your body—just like we do with what goes in it. Around here, we believe simpler is better, and when something’s been used for generations, there’s usually a good reason for it. That’s why we’re big fans of tallow-based skin care. Yes - tallow, the good stuff rendered from beef fat.
It might not sound glamorous but hear me out—this old-fashioned ingredient is packed with goodness, and your skin knows exactly what to do with it.
What is Tallow, and Why Should You Care?
Tallow is rendered from the fat of grass-fed cows. When done right, it becomes a golden, creamy balm that’s deeply nourishing. Unlike many synthetic lotions or water-based creams, tallow doesn’t just sit on top of your skin—it soaks in, delivering vitamins and healthy fats your skin can actually use.
It’s full of vitamins A, D, E, and K, nutrients our skin craves, and it shares a similar structure to our skin’s own oils. That means it's extra compatible and incredibly effective for dry, sensitive, or aging skin.
From the Ranch to Your Nightstand
As ranchers, we’ve always tried to honor the whole animal. Using tallow in skin care is one more way we do just that—bringing value to something that used to be overlooked. It’s not just practical; it’s intentional. It reminds us to slow down, care well for what we’re given, and embrace what’s truly nourishing.
Whether you’re dealing with winter hands, a baby’s chapped cheeks, or your own nightly skincare routine, tallow balm is like wrapping your skin in a warm, clean quilt. No chemicals. No mystery ingredients. Just what nature intended, and what our grandmothers knew, long before it was cool.
How We Use It
- A dab on dry hands before bed (especially after a day out feeding cattle or working in the garden)
- A little on your face in the morning before braving the wind
- Safe and gentle for babies’ skin—think diaper rash or dry patches
- Perfect as a lip balm or makeup remover too
Back to Basics, In the Best Way
We don’t need more “miracle” products made in a lab—we just need more of what’s real, pure, and proven. Tallow is all of that. It’s what our great-grandmothers likely used before lotion came in plastic bottles, and it’s still one of the best things you can put on your skin.
If you haven’t tried it yet, we think you’ll fall in love. Not just with how your skin feels, but with the sense of slowing down, simplifying, and going back to what matters most.
Ready to Try It for Yourself?
At Thomas Cattle Company, we’ve taken this timeless ingredient and turned it into something you can feel good about using every single day. Our Tallow Balm, Whipped Tallow & Tallow Cooking Stick are made from 100% grass-fed beef tallow, blended with clean, intentional ingredients and essential oils you’ll recognize and love.
- Cowgirl Tallow (Lavender) – Soothing and calming, perfect for nightly routines or moments of stillness.
- Ranch Hand Tallow (Bergamot) – Earthy and refreshing, a go-to for hardworking hands and everyday moisture.
- Owyhee Pearberry Whipped Tallow – Light, fluffy, and delicately sweet—ideal for daily hydration with a scent you’ll want to wear all day.
- Tallow Cooking Stick – A convenient, nourishing way to cook with healthy fats—perfect for searing, sautéing, or greasing cast iron on the go.
Whether you're shopping for yourself or gifting something truly unique, our TCC Tallow Collection brings a piece of the ranch into your daily rhythm—with purpose, quality, and care.
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❤️ Made with love (and tallow) from our family ranch