Tallow Talk | All About Tallow and Tallow Skincare

April Rivas and her daughter holding Bareface facial tallow balm on their North Carolina family farm
Why I Stopped Using a 10-Step Skincare Routine (And What I Use Instead)
One farmer's honest take on why a simpler skincare routine works better — and how grass-fed tallow replaced five products in her daily routine. Read more...
photo of a variety of tallow skincare products by Rivas Ranch
5 Reasons to Switch to Tallow Skincare
Still using synthetic moisturizers? Grass-fed tallow has been nourishing skin for centuries — and it's making a comeback for good reason. Here are 5 compelling reasons to make the switch... Read more...
Jar of grass-fed whipped tallow balm next to shea butter on a rustic wooden surface - natural skincare comparison by Rivas Ranch
Tallow vs. Shea Butter: Which Is Better for Your Skin?
Tallow and shea butter are both natural moisturizers — but which one actually works better for your skin? We break down the differences in absorption, nutrients, and best uses so... Read more...
Electric roaster ovens rendering grass-fed tallow in small batches at Rivas Ranch farm kitchen
How We Render Tallow at Rivas Ranch
Ever wonder how tallow goes from cattle to the jar on your shelf? Our rendering process can take up to a week — wet renders, dry renders, and careful inspection... Read more...
Is Tallow Good for Eczema? Here's What We Know
Is Tallow Good for Eczema? Here's What We Know
Cycling through eczema creams that don't work? Grass-fed tallow is gaining attention as a gentle, effective option for eczema-prone skin. Here's what the science says and why it may be... Read more...
Glass jar of grass-fed whipped tallow balm on rustic wooden surface with farm background - Rivas Ranch
What Is Grass-Fed Tallow? (And Why It's Better for Your Skin)
Tallow has been used for centuries to nourish and protect skin — but what exactly is it, and why are people ditching synthetic moisturizers for grass-fed tallow? Here's everything you... Read more...
Tallow Drops: The No-Mess Way to Keep Hands Hydrated On the Go
Tallow Drops: The No-Mess Way to Keep Hands Hydrated On the Go
Tallow drops are single-use solid dots made from pasture-raised beef tallow that melt with body heat to hydrate dry hands without mess or overpowering fragrance. Designed for hands on the... Read more...
Freshly opened jar of grass-fed whipped tallow balm by Rivas Ranch - small-batch farm-to-skin skincare
Why Freshness Matters in Tallow Skincare (And Why Most Tallow Isn’t Actually Fresh)
Freshness matters in tallow skincare.How the fat is sourced, stored, and handled before it becomes a balm makes a real difference in how it performs on the skin. Most tallow... Read more...
Why Natural Deodorants Fail and How Magnesium Works
Why Natural Deodorants Fail and How Magnesium Works
Most natural deodorants fail because they mask odor or rely on harsh baking soda. Learn how magnesium neutralizes odor at the source and why it works better without irritating the... Read more...
Grass-fed cattle grazing on open pasture at Rivas Ranch - source of premium suet tallow skincare
What Is Suet Tallow and Why It Makes Better Skincare
Learn what suet tallow is, why it’s different from regular beef fat, and why hand rendered grass fed suet makes superior skincare for dry and sensitive skin. Read more...