Quick answer: a little whipped tallow goes a long way. Warm a small amount between clean fingertips, press it into slightly damp skin, and massage in. Use it morning or night, on face and body, as the last step of your routine so it seals in everything underneath. Start with less than you think you need.
How much to use
Tallow is concentrated, so a pea-sized amount is plenty for the face and a bit more for the body. Using too much is the most common mistake and the reason skin can feel greasy. Build up slowly; you can always add a touch more.
When to apply it
Morning, night, or both. Because whipped tallow is an occlusive that helps seal in moisture, it works best as the final step, after any water-based serums or a light mist. On slightly damp skin it helps lock in hydration.
Face and body
On the face, a thin layer supports the moisture barrier overnight or under makeup in the morning. On the body, it is lovely for dry patches, hands, elbows, and post-shower skin. Many people also use it on lips and cuticles.
Layering with the rest of your routine
Think thinnest to thickest: cleanse, treat with serums, hydrate with a mist or light lotion if you use one, then seal with tallow. Since tallow is the occlusive, it goes on top. You do not need much else; the ingredient list is short on purpose.
Tips for oily or acne-prone skin
Tallow rates low on the comedogenic scale and many oily-skin folks do fine with a tiny amount at night, but skin is individual. Patch test on the jaw for a few days first, and keep the amount small. (More in is beef tallow good for your skin?)
Why there is colostrum in it
Honor's tallow is blended with colostrum, so while the grass-fed tallow conditions and supports the surface barrier, the colostrum adds bioactive proteins. If you also take Honor Colostrum daily, it makes for a simple inside-and-out routine.
Frequently asked questions
How often should I use tallow balm?
Daily is fine, once or twice a day, morning or night, depending on your skin and preference.
Do I use tallow before or after moisturizer?
After. Tallow is an occlusive, so it goes on last to seal in whatever is underneath.
Can I use whipped tallow on my face every day?
Yes, a thin layer. If your skin is very breakout-prone, start with nights only and a small amount.
This article is for educational purposes only and is not medical or dermatological advice. Patch test before first use and discontinue if irritation occurs.
