What is Tallow?

The tallow in Audhumla Tallow is rendered from 100% grass fed + finished British Columbia beef suet. Tallow is filled with an abundance of vitamins + minerals and it is completely natural.

Why is tallow good for skin?

Tallow is rich in minerals and loaded with vitamins A, D, K, E & B12. It contains natural anti-inflammatory properties (Conjugated Linoleic Acid), Omega 7 (one of the basic building blocks of our skin), Palmitic acid to help improve the protective barrier function of skin, as well as Stearic acid which helps to repair damaged skin and improve skin’s flexibility and suppleness. Nutrients in grass fed and finished tallow provide substances that our skin naturally loses as we age.

Our skin is able to use tallow so effectively because tallow shares a similar biology to the oil that our skin naturally produces, so it won’t clog pores and the natural antimicrobial properties in tallow help to prevent acne and breakouts. Tallow is also very soothing and healing, making it amazing for skin ailments like eczema and psoriasis.

What is the significance of grass-fed & finished?

The tallow used in all Audhumla skincare products are from grass fed AND finished animals. Meaning, they have only been fed grass their entire lives. Our farmers are committed to a strict "no pesticide" policy, so the grass that they are fed is also natural and healthy for them.

This not only makes the tallow more natural and nutritionally dense, but there's also no worry of contamination from common allergens like soy, corn, wheat, etc.

Grass fed and finished is really important, not only for the quality of tallow that we're putting on our skin, but also grass is best for the cows!

How do I choose what product is best for my skin?

Tallow skincare is perfect for normal + acne prone skin as well as soothing dry + sensitive skin, eczema and other skin ailments.

If you're looking for an easy application for your entire body, any of the whipped face tallow would be a good option. Whip is great as a daily face and body moisturizer. It makes an amazing moisturizer and stretch mark reducer for growing pregnant bellies and is also great for men after shaving or as a beard moisturizer.

For a more concentrated application for baby bums, face, scars, rough patches, heals, elbows, etc. the balms work amazing.

For extra healing properties for rashes, eczema, psoriasis, scrapes, minor burns, etc. the balms are very nourishing.

And for lips, you can't go wrong with using either the whip or the balm. Tallow not only moisturizes and nourishes deeply, but also helps to protect from the elements.

What do you recommend for sensitive skin?

Most of the tallow products are formulated with sensitive skin in mind. Tallow is very soothing for sensitive skin and Jojoba is usually a very well tolerated and good oil for sensitive skin.

For the most sensitive of skin, we recommend starting with (just tallow) Naked Tallow Whip. Our Sandalwood + Vanilla Whip also well tolerated by sensitive skin because it is a pure sandalwood essential oil and vanilla extract. However, if sensitive to scents, stick with naked.

Does tallow help with acne?

Many customers have had amazing success with tallow for their acne. A few reasons why tallow may improve acne:

Tallow is naturally high in vitamins A, D, K, E & B12, all of which have amazing properties for skin. It is incredibly healing and speeds the healing of broken skin.

Tallow is also non-comedogenic, meaning that it won't clog pores. It has a very very similar makeup to our own skin's oil so it can naturally help balance oil production.

It is also has anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, which is huge for acne prone skin.

What’s the difference between the whip & the balm?

Whip has a fluffy, velvety feel to it and is perfect for larger parts of your body - it spreads really easily. It's also light enough to use on your face before makeup.

Balm is more concentrated, perfect for an overnight face moisturizer or for spots that need extra nourishment like eczema patches, elbows, etc

How long will my skincare last?

All of Audhumla skincare items have a shelf life of at least a year from purchase. The naked tallow lasts longer. There is a little jar icon on each product label with the amount of months it will be good for. Many of our products can last longer as long as no water or contaminants are added to the jar.

As for how long you'll be able to use each item before needing more, will depend on how often you are using them and how much you are using. Tallow skincare goes a very long way, meaning you only need a little to accomplish a lot.

My tallow products have changed consistency is this normal?

Tallow is a completely natural product, so it can change consistency depending on the environment around it.

Our skincare may become softer in a warmer environment and more firm in a cooler environment.

If your Whip melts, it is still 100% usable, it will just be more concentrated. If it gets cold and firms up, it is also 100% usable, just work between your fingers to warm it up before applying.

Our balms can also change consistency slightly when exposed to varying temperatures, they can become softer in the summer and more firm in the winter. They can also become grainy if they get too cold or freeze (even though they are still perfectly usable) - it's an easy fix!

What is your return policy?

We want you to be happy and satisfied with your new Audhumla products, however, due to the hygienic nature of skincare products, we do not accept returns or exchanges. 

There are 2 oz. size options for the balms so that our products can be tried out with a smaller investment.

We do not offer refunds or replacement for melted product (especially if it is due to shipping in the summer). However, if your products do melt, please reach out and we can help bring your items back to their perfect consistency. If whips melt in the heat, they will become the consistency of the tallow balm (they are still perfect to use, but the product will be more concentrated).