Will Tallow Clog Your Pores? Let’s Spill the Tallow Tea!

Hey, tallow-curious friends! At Viva Tallow, we’re all about feeding thirsty skin with the nourishing magic of grass-fed tallow, straight from Minnesota’s lush pastures. But we hear you: “Tallow’s a fat—won’t it clog my pores?” Grab a cup of hot cocoa and let’s dive into the truth about tallow skincare, Viva style! Spoiler: it’s a glow-game-changer, even for acne-prone skin!

Tallow: Nature’s Skincare Superstar

We’re obsessed with tallow because it’s an ancient beauty secret packed with modern perks. Rendered from the kidney suet of grass-fed Minnesota cows, our tallow is bursting with antioxidants, essential fatty acids, and vitamins A, D, E, and K. We craft it into products like our Whipped Tallow Cream and Tallow Soap to nourish your skin on a deep level. Here’s why it’s viva-tastic:

• We love how tallow locks in moisture, leaving skin soft and hydrated without that greasy feel.
• We’ve seen it soothe inflammation and minimize fine lines, giving your skin that natural Minnesota glow.
• We hear from customers that it supports conditions like acne, eczema, and psoriasis, thanks to its nutrient punch.
• We geek out over its biocompatibility—tallow mimics your skin’s natural oils, absorbing easily to strengthen your skin barrier. Happy barrier, happy skin!

But Wait—Will Tallow Clog My Pores?

We get it: slathering fat on your face sounds like a pore-clogging disaster, especially if you’re acne-prone. But hold the hot dish—tallow’s got a secret weapon: a comedogenic rating of 2! Let’s break down the comedogenic scale, which rates how likely an ingredient is to cause clogged pores (aka comedones):

• 0: Won’t clog pores (e.g., argan oil, shea butter)
• 1: Low probability (e.g., castor oil, emu oil)
• 2: Moderately low (e.g., tallow, jojoba oil, olive oil)
• 3: Moderate (e.g., avocado oil)
• 4: Fairly high (e.g., coconut oil, cocoa butter)
• 5: High probability (e.g., wheat germ oil)

We’re thrilled that tallow scores a 2, making it non-comedogenic and safe for most skin types, including acne-prone skin. If you’re sensitive or prone to breakouts, we recommend sticking to products rated 0-2, and guess what? Our tallow fits the bill!

Why Tallow Loves Acne-Prone Skin

We’ve heard from so many customers who’ve seen their acne improve with our tallow balms, and here’s why we think it works:

• We craft our tallow from grass-fed Minnesota cows, which is richer in nutrients than grain-fed tallow, helping to soothe and repair skin.
• We use minimal ingredients—no phthalates, parabens, or sketchy additives—to keep your pores happy and unclogged.
• We blend tallow with non-comedogenic friends like beeswax (from a Minnesota beekeeper!) and organic oils in our Whipped Tallow Cream and Sun Cream, ensuring a lightweight, breathable feel.
• We see tallow’s fatty acids and amino acids (like glycine) balance your skin’s moisture, reducing the overproduction of oil that can lead to clogged pores.

We’re not saying tallow’s a cure-all (we make no medical claims!), but we’re pumped that so many of you have found it to be the missing piece in your skincare routine. Patch test first, as all skin is unique, but don’t be surprised if your skin starts singing “Viva Tallow!”

What Makes Viva Tallow the Glow-iest?

We’re not just any tallow brand—we’re Minnesota-made with a passion for quality and fun. Here’s what sets us apart:

• We source our grass-fed tallow from Minnesota family farms, ensuring sustainable, high-quality suet for every product.
• We use a unique slow-rendering process (check out Our Tallow Rendering Process) to keep tallow pure and nutrient-rich.
• We pair tallow with local beeswax and organic oils, herbs, and flowers, crafting products free of harmful additives.
• We pour Minnesota Pride into every jar, from our St Louis Park workshop to your skin!

Ready to Glow with Tallow?

We’re here to bust the myth: tallow won’t clog your pores—it’s a non-comedogenic hero that feeds thirsty skin with Minnesota magic. Whether you’re battling acne or just craving that viva-tastic glow, our Whipped Tallow Cream, Tallow Soap, or Sun Cream might be your skin’s new BFF.

Viva Tallow, Viva You! Thanks for joining our Minnesota-made glow revolution.