No, our tallow does not have a strong "beefy" smell. We use a meticulous sourcing and rendering process to ensure the suet is clean and odorless. Additionally, many of our products are infused with organic essential oils or botanical blends, offering a pleasant, subtle fragrance. For those who prefer unscented options, our plain tallow balms are neutral and free of any offensive or unpleasant scent

We are pioneers in regenerative suet tallow skincare, crafting every product in-house with a commitment to sustainability and transparency.

Our process is rooted in the Slow Body Care Movement®, using local, organic ingredients and traditional methods to create high-quality, nourishing products.

Yes! Tallow is gentle, hypoallergenic, and naturally soothing. Our unscented products are especially popular among customers with eczema, psoriasis, or highly sensitive skin.

Tallow's anti-inflammatory properties and rich nutrients help calm irritation and restore the skin’s natural balance.

Tallow provides unparalleled moisture and barrier protection, thanks to its similarity to our skin’s natural oils.

Unlike plant-based products, tallow deeply penetrates the skin, delivering nutrients directly to where they’re needed most.

Our tallow is sourced from regeneratively raised cattle, ensuring the highest quality and sustainability.

Tallow is a nutrient-dense, rendered animal fat rich in vitamins A, D, E, and K. Its structure closely resembles the lipids in human skin, making it highly compatible and effective for moisturizing, healing, and protecting the skin. At Summer Solace Tallow, we use regeneratively raised suet (never trim fat!) to craft skincare products that nourish the skin and promote a healthy, radiant glow.

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.

Place your tallow balm in a cool, dry area away from direct sunlight. Our shelf-stable tallow does not require refrigeration.

Although our tallow is of exceptional quality and has an indefinite shelf life, we recommend using our products while they are fresh to enjoy the benefits of their seasonality.

We make all of our products in small batches weekly, ensuring the highest quality.

For optimal results, we suggest using them within nine months of purchase.

At Summer Solace, we use only the highest quality ingredients and techniques in our products. Every Friday, Megan hand-renders fresh suet fat from the ranch using a slow and gentle dry rendering method.

This ensures that no water touches the tallow, preventing water contamination and inhibiting the growth of mold and bacteria. Our commitment to excellence guarantees you receive the purest, most nourishing tallow possible.

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.

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.

Tallow balms are intensely moisturizing, help repair the skin barrier, and provide lasting hydration. They are rich in essential fatty acids and vitamins that support skin health, making them excellent for dry, damaged, or irritated skin.

Simply apply a small amount of balm to the affected area and massage gently until absorbed. For best results, use after a shower or bath when your skin is slightly damp to lock in moisture.

Yes, we offer a range of unscented balms and soaps that are perfect for sensitive skin or those who prefer fragrance-free options. These are crafted with the same high-quality tallow and are gentle enough for babies and eczema-prone skin.

For handcrafted soaps like ours, a raised soap dish works best. Ensure it dries between uses to prolong its life.

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.

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, ensure your tallow candle burns for about 4 hours, forming a uniform tallow wax pool. Trim the wick when necessary and never leave a lit candle unattended.

At Summer Solace Tallow, quality and safety are the foundation of our candle-making process. We meticulously craft each candle using regional raw beeswax blended with regenerative suet tallow, infused with locally sourced, Sonoma-grown calendula, high-end absolutes, and essential oils. This combination of ingredients creates a luxurious and sustainable product that reflects the natural beauty of California and delivers a clean, safe burn.

Our candles adhere to the highest safety standards, with each ingredient rigorously tested to meet the European Union’s (EU) stringent guidelines, which are among the most rigorous in the world and exceed U.S. safety standards. As a result, every Summer Solace Tallow candle is 100% paraben-free, phthalate-free, and fully compliant with California’s Prop 65 regulations. Produced in small batches, our candles embody the regenerative spirit of Summer Solace Tallow, prioritizing quality, safety, and environmental responsibility in every carefully crafted piece.

Regeneratively raised cattle are part of farming practices that restore soil health, sequester carbon, and promote biodiversity. These methods go beyond sustainability, actively reversing environmental damage. We source our suet exclusively from local ranches practicing these techniques.