FAQs

How is it that I’ve never heard of tallow for skin before?

After some research, I’ve found that tallow had been used for centuries as a skin emollient.  It’s even noted that Egyptians used beef fat as a ‘lotion.’  Then in the late 19^th century, commercially manufactured lotions became popular using petroleum jelly, mineral oil and lanolin.  As commercially manufactured lotions became more popular and were easier to make, tallow got lost in the mix, as it was too difficult and time-consuming to make.

 

How do I store my tallow whip? 

Keep your tallow product stored in a cool, dry, dark space.  There are no added preservatives, and tallow itself has a considerably long shelf life.  But it's important to keep the tallow whip free of water, moisture, & sunlight in order to avoid it from spoilage.  If you see black spots or mold, you should not use it.  You can store in the fridge for a longer shelf life, but the tallow whip will become firmer.

 

When does the tallow whip expire? 

Our tallow whips are combined with oils and are without preservatives, so we recommend using them within 6 months for best quality.  Because the tallow is rendered & purified, it has a relatively long shelf life at room temperature, but the oils in the tallow do not have as long a shelf life.  

 

My tallow whip feels hard now, why is that?

If your tallow becomes too cold, it may change the consistency and harden somewhat.  And vice versa, if you store your tallow in a warmer place, it may soften or become like liquid.  This is normal and considered safe to use.  The tallow may also change consistency and color throughout the year based off what the cattle had grazed on.