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Easy Homemade Grass-fed Tallow Balm

Learn how to make your very own homemade tallow balm that comes together quickly with only a few simple ingredients
Prep Time5 minutes
Active Time10 minutes
Keyword: homemade, tallow
Yield: 1.25 cups

Equipment

  • Double boiler
  • Glass mason jar with an airtight lid to store your tallow balm

Materials

  • 1 cup grass fed beef tallow
  • 2 TBSP Jojoba Oil
  • 2 TBSP Rosehip Oil
  • 48 drops essential oil of choice

Instructions

  • Begin by filling a small saucepan with an inch or two of water. Place the double boiler over the pot of water, and bring water to a boil over medium-high heat 
  • Once the water is boiling, turn the burner down to a very low heat
  • Add tallow to the double boiler and allow it to melt. You want the tallow to melt completely, but not boil. Stir as needed
  • Once tallow has completely melted turn off stove and remove from heat
  • Add the jojoba oil and rosehip oil to the melted tallow. Stir well to thoroughly combine ingredients
  • Allow the mixture to cool for a few minutes 
  • Stir in 48 drops of your favorite essential oil for a 1% dilution rate
  • Optional: for a whipped, buttery consistency, transfer to a small mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer and allow your tallow balm to rest at room temperature until the ingredients have solidified. Then using a hand mixer or the whisk attachment to your stand mixer beat the tallow on low for a minute or two until you've reached your desired consistency. 
  • Store in an airtight glass mason jar in a cool, dark place to preserve freshness. If stored properly, tallow balm will have a shelf life of up to 12 months.

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