How to Use Tallow Balm

Right, let’s talk tallow balm.
It might not come in a fancy gold bottle or have a name you can’t pronounce — but don’t be fooled. This little pot of goodness is rich, nourishing, and downright dreamy for dry, fussy or sensitive skin.
Whether you’re slathering it on after a shower, dabbing it onto baby cheeks, or using it to calm irritated patches — once you start using tallow balm, you’ll wonder how you ever coped without it.
What’s actually in it?
Let’s break it down. This balm is made with just a few ingredients — but they all pull their weight:
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Tallow – rich in skin-loving vitamins A, D, E & K, and so close to your skin’s own oils that it soaks in like a dream
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Jojoba oil – technically a wax, not an oil, which means it’s brilliant at balancing sebum (perfect if you’re dry and a little breakout-prone)
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Shea butter – ultra-moisturising and soothing, it helps calm inflammation and protect your skin barrier
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Beeswax – locks in moisture and adds a gentle, breathable barrier — especially good in cold or windy weather
No fillers. No dodgy preservatives. Just rich, natural goodness.
So how do you use tallow balm?
Basically: anywhere your skin needs a bit of love. Here’s how to get the best out of it.
1. Warm it up
Tallow balm is quite rich — it’s more solid than a lotion. So just scoop a little out with clean fingers and warm it up between your hands. It’ll melt into a silky texture that’s easy to apply.
2. Less is more
Start small. A little goes a long way! This stuff is concentrated, so you really only need a dab.
3. Massage in gently
Whether you’re using it on your face, hands, or baby’s bottom — smooth it in using circular motions. It sinks in beautifully and leaves your skin feeling soft, not greasy.
4. Use it whenever, wherever
Here’s where it gets fun. This balm’s a proper multitasker:
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Face moisturiser – brilliant at night or on dry winter mornings
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Lip balm – especially for chapped, cracked lips
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Hand and cuticle cream – goodbye dry knuckles
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Nappy balm – gentle enough for baby’s skin
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Soothing balm – perfect for eczema-prone patches or post-shave skin
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Windburn barrier – amazing for cheeks in cold weather (kids love it too!)
Got oily or acne-prone skin? Don’t be scared
We’ve been taught to fear anything rich or oil-based — but here’s the thing: when your skin’s properly nourished, it actually calms down.
Because tallow and jojoba are so similar to the skin’s own oils, they don’t clog pores — they help balance things out. Many people with breakouts find tallow balm helps reduce redness, dryness and those stubborn little spots caused by over-cleansing.
Final thoughts?
Tallow balm is simple, natural and oh-so-effective. It’s the kind of product you start using on a dry elbow… and end up keeping by your bedside, in your bag, and probably gifting to everyone you know.
One little pot. Endless uses. Happy skin.