Apr 27, 20260 comments

What does Grass-Fed & Grass-Finished Mean and Does it matter for Tallow-based skincare?

TL;DR: Grass-fed and finished tallow retains much more nutrients than just grass-fed tallow. And YES, it does matter for skincare.

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Apr 16, 20260 comments

Taking care of your crown: Herbal Scalp and Hair Care

Hair care has long been built around a cycle of constantly correcting — strong detergents to remove oil, followed by heavy conditioners or styling products to restore what was lost....

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Mar 20, 20260 comments

Juniper: Benefits to Your Skin and Why We Use It

In Ancient Egypt, Juniper was used in the embalming process for bodies to be placed in the tombs. In other European cultures, Juniper was hung over doorways to protect the...

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Mar 8, 20260 comments

The Benefits of Seabuckthorn Oil and the Reason Behind the Orange Glow

Often referred to as “Liquid Gold,” its vibrant, orange glow is so memorable and alluring and looks almost good enough to eat. It comes from the Hippophae Rhamnoides plant that...

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Feb 28, 20260 comments

How Working With Your Circadian Rhythm Benefits Your Skin

You’re probably pretty familiar with the circadian rhythm as it pertains to your sleep. Turns out, the skin functions on a similar clock. This biological rhythm dictates important functions in...

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Feb 24, 20260 comments

Tallow vs. Conventional Moisturizers: A Molecular Comparison

All fats and oils have a unique fatty acid profile. Tallow’s fatty acid profile almost perfectly matches that of natural human skin sebum (like water and orange juice). When tallow...

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Feb 19, 20260 comments

5 Transformative Benefits of Jojoba Oil for Your Skin

So what is jojoba oil? Well, for starters, it’s not actually an oil, but rather a liquid wax ester. This means that it’s makeup is actually quite different than a...

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Feb 17, 20260 comments

Is Your Serum 70% Water? The Truth About Fillers

Most conventional face serums on the market today have of 70% to 90% water in their formula. From a manufacturing standpoint, water is the ultimate filler ingredient. It’s cheap, abundant,...

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Feb 13, 20260 comments

Surviving the High Desert: Skincare for the Columbia River Gorge

If you’ve never been to the Columbia River Gorge, the area that separates northern Oregon and southern Washington, let me paint the picture for you: it’s a beautiful summer’s day,...

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Feb 10, 20260 comments

The "Damp Skin" Method: How to Apply Tallow Without the Grease

The "Damp Skin" method involves applying a pea-sized amount of tallow balm to skin that is still slightly wet from cleansing or a hydrosol mist. This creates a temporary emulsion...

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