Spring Newsletter - Tallow for Acne-prone Skin
In this newsletter I wanted to highlight the benefits of tallow for specific skin types, starting with acne-prone and combination skin. I feel like we all have dry skin and we all have combination skin depending on what day it is. Tallow-based products can help balance oil production by providing skin with similar fats and nutrients. Instead of removing all of the skin's natural oils, which can lead to increased oil production as the skin tries to compensate, tallow nourishes the skin, helping to normalise sebum production.
Acne-Prone, Oily & Combination Skin
Tallow is an exceptional moisturiser for acne-prone skin, thanks to its remarkable resemblance to our skin's natural oils. Its fatty acid profile closely matches that of human sebum, making it easily absorbable and highly effective in delivering essential vitamins and nutrients deep into the skin. This allows tallow to lock in moisture while providing nourishment without clogging pores, a common concern with many other skincare products. Its non-comedogenic properties make it a safe yet deeply hydrating option for those prone to breakouts.
One of tallow's standout benefits for oily or acne-prone skin is its ability to help balance oil production. Since its structure mimics our natural sebum, tallow sends a signal to the skin that it's sufficiently moisturised, which can reduce the skin’s tendency to overproduce oil. For acne sufferers, this can be transformative—less excess oil leads to fewer clogged pores and, ultimately, fewer breakouts.
By incorporating tallow into your skincare routine, you're supporting your skin's natural equilibrium, preventing both dryness and excess oiliness. It's a lightweight, non-greasy solution that offers deep hydration without burdening the skin with heavy, pore-clogging ingredients.
Kawakawa & Hemp Shampoo Bar
Our Kawakawa & Hemp Shampoo Bar is designed to nourish your scalp and hair naturally, using the same pure, tallow-based ingredients that work wonders for your skin.
Hydration from Root to Tip: Tallow’s rich fatty acids moisturise your hair, leaving it softer and more manageable.
Zero Waste, 100% Natural: Our shampoo bar is eco-friendly, plastic-free, and packed with natural ingredients that won’t strip your hair of its natural oils.
Elevate your hair care with an all-natural solution that’s kind to your hair—and the planet.
Tallow Sunscreen
Our sunscreen is crafted from all-natural ingredients, with tallow as the star of the show, and non-nano zinc oxide as the powerhouse active ingredient.
Zinc oxide delivers broad-spectrum protection against both UVA and UVB rays, keeping your skin safe from sun damage. The non-nano zinc oxide is a gentler, safer alternative to traditional sunscreens because it stays on the skin’s surface rather than absorbing into the bloodstream—making it a perfect choice for everyone, including babies! Plus, with tallow’s nourishing properties, it hydrates while it protects, and is waterproof.