Why is everyone putting beef fat on their face
The formula · ingredient by ingredient
Why is everyone putting beef fat on their face.
No proprietary blends, no synthetic fragrance hiding thirty things at once. This is why it works.
The fastest way to judge a moisturizer is to read it backwards.
Ingredient lists run in order of quantity. A long list is not a sign of sophistication. Usually it is a sign of a water-based formula that needs a lot of help.
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Your typical moisturizer, and this one
Typical moisturizer
Water (Aqua), Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Cetyl Alcohol, Carbomer, Stearic Acid, Polysorbate 60, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Tocopheryl Acetate, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Fragrance (Parfum), Limonene
TALOVA Face + Body Balm
- Grass-fed beef tallow
- Emu oil
- Sea buckthorn fruit oil
- Mango seed butter
- Grapefruit peel oil
- Vitamin E
- Sunflower seed oil
- Rosemary leaf extract
The typical label shown is representative, built from the ingredients that appear over and over on mass-market moisturizers.
The heart of the formula
Each ingredient, and the job it does
Grass-fed, grass-finished beef tallow
Bos taurus (tallow)
Naturally rich in skin-compatible lipids, tallow deeply nourishes and supports the skin's moisture barrier, leaving it softer, stronger and more comfortable. Grass-finished matters as much as grass-fed. It is the final months of diet that shape the fatty acid profile you end up putting on your face, and most labels quietly stop at fed.
Emu oil
Dromaius novaehollandiae (emu) oil
A deeply conditioning oil known for its rich, silky feel. It helps replenish moisture and restore comfort to dry, depleted skin, and it is largely the reason the balm melts on contact rather than sitting on top waiting to be rubbed in.
Sea buckthorn fruit oil
Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oil
Rich in essential fatty acids and antioxidant compounds, sea buckthorn nourishes the skin and brings a healthy-looking glow. It is also where the balm's warm amber cast comes from. Nothing has been added to colour it.
Mango seed butter
Mangifera indica (mango) seed butter
A rich botanical butter that softens, smooths and cushions the skin while reinforcing moisture and comfort. Practically, it is what stops a lipid-heavy formula from reading as waxy, and it is why so many reviewers describe the texture as smooth and buttery.
Grapefruit peel oil
Citrus paradisi (grapefruit) peel oil
Known for its bright, uplifting aroma, grapefruit peel oil gives the balm its clean citrus opening. It is the reason a jar of rendered tallow smells like something you would actually want on your face, and it does that without synthetic fragrance.
Vitamin E
Tocopherol
A conditioning antioxidant that supports softer, smoother-looking skin and helps defend against the drying effects of environmental stress. It also keeps the other oils from oxidising, which is a large part of why there is no synthetic preservative in the jar.
Sunflower seed oil
Helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil
Naturally rich in essential fatty acids, sunflower seed oil helps support the skin barrier while delivering lightweight, elegant nourishment. It carries the heavier oils without adding weight of its own, which is what keeps the balm usable on a face as well as a shin.
Rosemary leaf extract
Rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf extract
An antioxidant-rich botanical extract that guards the oils in the jar against turning. Paired with vitamin E it does the job a synthetic preservative would, which is a large part of why the ingredient list can stay this short.
Just as important
What is not in the jar
A water-free formula does not need emulsifiers to hold it together or preservatives to keep it safe.
The product
Face + Body Balm
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How the formula actually works
Skin-compatible fats help refill the moisture barrier and support skin that feels dry, tight or depleted.
Rich emollients create a breathable protective layer that reduces moisture loss and keeps skin comfortable for longer.
Antioxidant- and fatty-acid-rich oils help calm visible dryness and support softer, smoother, healthier-looking skin over time.
Join the TALOVA family
I AM IN LOVE with your amazing body balm. My 4 year old son and I both have super sensitive eczema prone skin and your balm has been helping us both so much! Thanks again for making such a clean and wonderful product!
Asha R., Verified Customer
Excellent anti aging skin care moisturizer with tallow. You don't need a lot for each use. Keeps skin hydrated and smooth without feeling oily or clogging pores. You will notice differences!
Barbara Y., Verified Customer
I've been using the Botanical Elixir for a bit now and it's become part of my daily routine. It's lightweight, absorbs really well, and leaves my skin feeling hydrated without being oily or shiny.
Glong, Verified Customer Bought this for my girlfriend, she loves it. Very soft and she says the benefits on her skin are noticeable. She uses it on her face and whole body.
Will C., Verified CustomerWhat to expect, and when
Immediately
Instant comfort and glow on dry, tight skin, with rich moisture that leaves skin looking softer and healthier.
7 days
Smoother-looking texture, less visible dryness, skin that feels more supple and looks more refreshed.
4 weeks
A stronger-looking moisture barrier, improved bounce, better texture and a brighter, more even-looking complexion.
12 weeks
Skin appears visibly healthier, more radiant and more resilient, with lasting softness and the look of softened fine dry lines.
The formula, as customers describe it
Based on verified customer reviews. Individual results may vary.
FAQs
Beef fat, on my face?
Does it smell?
Will it clog my pores?
Where does the tallow come from?
Is there a version without animal ingredients?
How long does one jar last?
Read the whole list.
Then decide.
Eight ingredients. Six certified organic. Nothing hiding behind the word fragrance.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.