IMPERFECT TALLOW SOAP
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Transform Your Skin with Our Revolutionary Tallow Soaps!
Don’t miss out on our Imperfect Soap Sale, offering the same high-quality moisturizing, hydrating, and soothing properties as our regular tallow soaps—just with a slight imperfection and no packaging.
Why Choose Imperfect Soap?
- Uncompromised Quality: These soaps are crafted with the same premium ingredients, ensuring top-tier performance for your skin.
- Sustainability: Unpackaged and discounted, making them eco-friendly and budget-friendly.
- Individually Sold: Each bar is unique and ready to elevate your skincare routine.
Crafted with Care
Our tallow soaps are made using traditional, time-honored methods and restorative ingredients, including:
- Pasture-Raised Suet Tallow: Rich in nutrients for deep hydration and nourishment.
- Calendula Flower CO₂ Extract: Known for its soothing and healing properties.
- Floral Hydrosols: Gentle and aromatic for a luxurious cleansing experience.
- Celtic Sea Salt®: Adds minerals to nourish and cleanse the skin.
- Organic Clays, Seaweed, & Teas: For gentle exfoliation and skin renewal.
- Natural Essences: Subtle fragrances that delight the senses.
Elevate your skincare with our imperfect soaps—small flaws, big benefits, and the same commitment to your skin’s well-being.
Summer Solace Tallow
Founded in 2014 and based in Oakland, California, Summer Solace Tallow is a trailblazing skincare and lifestyle brand specializing in regenerative suet tallow skincare, soaps, and candles. Rooted in the Slow Body Care Movement®, the brand is dedicated to reviving the traditional use of regional animal fats for skin care while using locally sourced, organic, and regeneratively raised ingredients to nourish the skin.
Each product is meticulously handcrafted in-house using traditional principles and suet from Northern California cattle raised through regenerative agriculture methods. These sustainable practices enhance ingredient quality while actively supporting carbon sequestration and soil restoration.
From soothing balms to artisanal soaps and candles, Summer Solace Tallow delivers deeply nourishing, sustainable products made with time-honored techniques. Guided by the tagline, "Skinfood for a Regenerative Future®," the brand champions transparency, holistic care, and environmental stewardship.
Now available nationwide, including at Nordstrom, Summer Solace Tallow continues to set the standard for sustainable luxury. You can also find us in person at the farmers markets in Oakland, California, where we connect directly with our community and share the benefits of regenerative skincare.
Returns Return Policy
At Summer Solace Tallow, we take great pride in our handcrafted, perishable products and strive for your complete satisfaction. Due to the unique nature of our organic and seasonal ingredients, all sales are final and not eligible for returns.
However, if your order arrives damaged, defective, or incorrect, please contact us within five (5) days of receipt at hello@summersolacetallow.com with the following details:
- Order number
- A detailed description of the issue
- Photos of the item(s) in question (if applicable)
Our team will review your request and work to find an appropriate resolution, which may include a replacement or store credit.
Please note that shipping costs are non-refundable and that returns will only be considered in extenuating circumstances at our discretion.
If a return is approved, a 20% restocking fee will apply, with the remaining balance issued as store credit. Customers are responsible for return shipping costs. Gift cards are non-refundable.
As skincare is personal, we encourage you to consult with us before purchasing to ensure the best product fit for your needs. Our products are multipurpose and suitable for use on the face, hands, body, feet, and hair.
Disclaimer: Summer Solace, LLC is not responsible for any adverse reactions or allergies to our products. We stand by the integrity of our ingredients and encourage personal discretion by providing full ingredient transparency on our website.
For any concerns or product inquiries, please reach out to us at hello@summersolacetallow.com. We are here to assist you!
Shipping Policy
At Summer Solace LLC, we strive to process and ship your orders promptly. Below are the details:
Processing Time
Orders are typically processed within 4-6 business days.
We ship orders Tuesday through Friday.
Orders placed after 1 PM PST on Friday will be processed the following Tuesday.
Orders are not processed or shipped on weekends or holidays.
Shipping and Delivery Times
Once your order is processed, you will receive a confirmation email.
A tracking confirmation will be sent when your order is shipped.
Delivery times typically range from 4-10 business days, depending on the selected shipping method.
Reliable Delivery with UPS
To ensure dependable delivery, we have partnered with UPS as our preferred shipping carrier, offering reliable service at our standard shipping rate. Additionally, we offer free shipping on domestic orders over $175 within the United States.
Lost or Stolen Packages
Once a package is marked as delivered, Summer Solace LLC is not responsible for its loss or theft. If your package is marked as delivered but cannot be located, we recommend:
- Contacting your local UPS office or shipping carrier.
- Speaking with the delivery driver for more details.
- Checking with neighbors or nearby locations for potential misdelivery.
- Filing a reimbursement claim with the carrier.
International Orders
For international orders, import taxes, customs fees, and duties may apply upon arrival in your country. These fees are the recipient’s responsibility and are not included in the shipping cost. Charges vary by country, and we cannot predict or estimate them in advance.
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Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about your order, please contact us at hello@summersolacetallow.com. We’re happy to assist you.
Thank you for choosing Summer Solace LLC. Your support allows us to continue creating handcrafted, sustainable products you can trust.
Welcome to Summer Solace! Here are our answers to some frequently asked questions.
For any queries, reach out to us at: hello@summersolacetallow.com
New to tallow balm? Here's how to store it:
Place your tallow balm in a cool spot, away from direct sunlight.
Why do you not whip your balms?
We refrain from whipping our balm products or incorporating water into them.
Whipping introduces air and bacteria, potentially misleading consumers with inflated volume.
Picture a whipped product left on a shelf during summer—it would likely melt, leaving only half the product in the jar.
Instead, we meticulously hand-pour our tallow to preserve its full benefits. We consider whipping an amateur technique employed to conceal the scent of inadequately rendered tallow.
Our commitment lies in revealing the authentic essence of our fresh suet tallow through careful hand-pouring.
Want to adjust your balm's texture?
Achieve your preferred texture by immersing the closed container in warm water. Once melted, remove the lid and let it cool in the refrigerator. This will ensure your balm remains soft and easy to spread. Remember, tallow behaves like many natural fats – solidifying in cold conditions and becoming soft in warmer temperatures. The balm's consistency can vary with temperature changes, especially during winter.
Wondering about storing your tallow soap?
For handcrafted soaps like ours, a raised soap dish works best. Ensure it dries between uses to prolong its life.
Curious about the shelf life of tallow products?
Our tallow is of exceptional quality and has a long shelf life, but it’s best to use our products while they are fresh. We make small batches every week to maintain the highest quality. Since we use regenerative tallow, which is naturally shelf-stable, our products remain fresh without the need for artificial preservatives. For optimal results, we recommend using them within 8-12 weeks after opening.
Is tallow safe for facial use or for children?
Absolutely! Tallow is beneficial for most skin types, even sensitive ones like facial skin. Its composition closely resembles human skin, making it easily absorbable. Rich in essential vitamins such as A, D, K, E, and B12, organic tallow, especially from pasture-raised cattle, works wonders on skin issues like eczema and diaper rashes. Consider it a healthier substitute for mainstream synthetic creams.
Product Disclaimer:
Before using our products, we strongly advise seeking medical attention or consulting with an allergist, especially if you have known allergies or sensitive skin. It is essential to conduct patch tests on small, inconspicuous areas of the body before applying products to larger areas or the face. This precautionary measure helps to minimize the risk of adverse reactions. We care about your well-being and want to ensure your safety and satisfaction with our products.
Thinking of trimming your tallow candle's wick?
Our tallow-beeswax candles are distinct from regular candles in terms of ingredients and their gentle, prolonged burn. Referred to as 'living candles', wick-trimming is optional based on your preference. For safety, always refer to the warning sticker on the candle's bottom.
We pride ourselves on using Eco wicks, which are not only made from cotton sourced locally from the West Coast but also burn cleanly without any lead.
Before lighting up, ensure your tallow candle burns for about 4 hours, forming a uniform tallow wax pool. Trim the wick as and when necessary and never leave a lit candle unattended.
