Why We Chose Tallow and Never Looked Back
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Hi friend, I’m so glad you’re here. Whether you’ve already fallen in love with tallow or you’re just now hearing the word and wondering if it’s something you should be putting on your face (spoiler: it is), I want to walk you through why Brookie’s Tallow was born, what goes into every jar, and why we stand behind each ingredient we use.
Because when you know what’s in your skincare and why, everything changes.
🧈 What is Tallow and Why is It So Good for Skin?
Tallow is simply rendered beef fat. But when sourced properly and prepared with care, it becomes one of the most compatible and nourishing moisturizers nature has to offer.
Your skin’s own oils (sebum) are made of fatty acids that are nearly identical to those in grass-fed tallow. That means your skin recognizes it, absorbs it easily, and uses it effectively.
Here’s why we use 3X clarified grass-fed beef suet in every single product:
• Rich in fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K which help support elasticity, collagen production, and skin healing
• Contains conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) and palmitoleic acid, both known for their anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties
• Helps protect and repair the skin barrier
• Supports aging skin naturally without harsh chemicals or synthetic ingredients
📚 A study in the journal Nutrients highlights the role of vitamin K2 (abundant in grass-fed animal fats) in skin health. It may help reduce the appearance of fine lines and improve elasticity over time (Schurgers et al., 2013).
☕ Why We Infuse Our Base with Coffee
We add coffee not for the buzz but for the antioxidant protection and skin-brightening benefits. Caffeine helps:
• Reduce puffiness and under-eye circles
• Stimulate blood flow for a healthy glow
• Defend against oxidative stress that contributes to aging
A 2013 study in Skin Pharmacology and Physiology found that caffeine has anti-inflammatory and photoprotective effects, making it a helpful ingredient for daily skincare (Batieha et al., 2013).
🥥 Extra Virgin Organic Coconut Oil
Coconut oil is a classic for a reason. We use it because it is:
• Rich in lauric acid, which is naturally antimicrobial
• A strong source of vitamin E and antioxidants
• Excellent for helping your skin retain moisture and stay soft
We only use cold-pressed, organic coconut oil to ensure you're getting the full benefit without any additives.
🐝 Organic Beeswax: A Natural Seal and Skin Protector
Beeswax isn’t just a thickener. It plays an essential role in helping your skin:
• Lock in moisture without clogging pores
• Create a breathable barrier against wind, pollution, and harsh weather
• Receive natural vitamin A that supports skin cell turnover and healing
It also contains antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, making it ideal for sensitive or reactive skin.
🌿 Then We Customize with Purpose
Every Brookie’s Tallow product starts with the same base, but we build on that foundation with intentional ingredients to serve different skin needs. Some of the ingredients we add include:
• Cacay Nut Oil — a gentle, plant-based source of natural retinol
• Turmeric — to calm redness and even out skin tone
• Helichrysum — supports healing, circulation, and scar reduction
• Frankincense and Myrrh — promote cell regeneration and improve tone
• Vanilla — naturally calming with a soft, comforting scent
• Peppermint and Wintergreen — great for tired muscles, circulation, and inflammation
• Black Seed Oil — packed with thymoquinone, shown to reduce redness and support healing (Goreja, 2003)
✨ The Bottom Line
We make every jar of Brookie’s Tallow the way we’d make it for our own family. That’s how this whole thing started. We were tired of cheap fillers, long ingredient lists, and skincare products that didn’t work.
So we got back to basics. But basic doesn’t mean boring. It means real. It means effective. And it means skincare your body can actually use.
If you’re looking for something that supports your skin’s natural rhythm, feeds it with ingredients you can trust, and helps you glow in the process, we’re so glad you found us.
Your skin is going to love this.
XO, Brookie & Team