Can You Use Tallow Balm on Your Face?

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Yes, many people use tallow balm on their face. It’s richer than most face creams, though, so a little care goes a long way. The short version: start small, go slowly, and pay attention to how your skin feels. Here’s how to try it sensibly.

What tallow balm is

Reyic balms are grass-fed tallow and olive oil, handmade in the USA. Some jars add named essential oils, and Au Naturel is unscented.

• It’s all fat and oil, with no water
• It’s firm in the jar and softens once warmed
• It’s richer and more concentrated than a typical face cream

If you’re curious why there’s no water in it, we explain in why a balm has no water in it.

How to use it on your face

1. Cleanse, then leave your skin slightly damp.
2. Take a very small amount, less than you think you need.
3. Warm it between your fingertips until it turns soft and glossy.
4. Press it into your skin rather than rubbing.
5. Start at night, or on dry patches only.

Add a little more only where your skin still feels dry. For simple habits that keep the jar fresh, see how to store and use a tallow balm.

Patch test first

Before using it all over your face, try it on a small area.

• Choose a spot such as along your jawline
• Apply a small amount once a day for a few days
• If you don’t like how your skin feels, stop using it

A few days tells you more than a single try.

A few honest notes

• Every face is different. What feels right for one person may feel heavy to another.
• It can feel too rich for some. If a balm feels like too much for daytime, or your skin already feels oily, use less or keep it to the drier areas.
• Go unscented on the face. Choose Au Naturel, especially around the eyes.
• Keep it out of your eyes. Apply it around them, never in them.

In cold, dry weather

Cold air, wind, and indoor heat can leave skin feeling tight. That’s when many people reach for a balm.

• A thin layer before heading out on a cold, windy day
• A little at night when indoor heat leaves skin feeling dry
• A gentle press on cheeks that feel windburned

In those moments, a balm simply feels comforting.

FAQ

Can I use it around my eyes?

Yes, with care. Use an unscented jar, and press a tiny amount along the orbital bone, the bony ridge around the eye. Keep it out of the eyes themselves.

Can I wear it under makeup?

You can. Use a tiny amount, press it in, and let it settle for a few minutes before applying makeup. If it still feels too rich for daytime, save it for night.

Which jar should I use on my face?

Start with Au Naturel, the unscented jar: tallow and olive oil, nothing else. You can also compare every balm in the grass-fed tallow balm collection.

Ready to see how a balm feels on your face? Start small with Au Naturel, or browse the full collection.