Journal

Notes on tallow skincare

What tallow is, what we know about it and what we don't, and how to use it well.

• What is tallow skincare?What tallow is, why people put it on their skin, what research does and does not say about it, and who should skip it. A plain explainer from Bramble.
• Tallow vs. moisturizer: what's the difference?How a tallow balm differs from a typical cream or lotion: water versus oil, how each one works on skin, and how to choose between them.
• How to use a tallow balmHow much to use, how to warm and press it in, where it fits in a routine, and what to do if it feels too rich. A practical guide from Bramble.