Tallow Summer Balm

This artisanal summer balm is formulated around ancestral, science-backed principles, bringing together ingredients particularly valued for nourishing and caring for the skin during the sunniest months of the year. It is suitable for the whole family, including children, and is free from essential oils and synthetic fragrances. It combines non-nano zinc oxide, grass-fed Azorean beef tallow, organic coconut oil, extra virgin olive oil, apricot kernel oil, carrot seed oil, Azorean beeswax and organic cocoa powder, resulting in a simple, nourishing and well-tolerated formula.

A little goes a long way: a small amount is enough to nourish the skin, making the product last a long time. Best used within 12 months of opening.

Zinc oxide (non-nano) is a naturally occurring mineral, chemically inert and well tolerated, traditionally used in skincare for its gentleness and because it does not significantly penetrate the living layers of the skin, making it suitable for sensitive and infant skin. The scientific literature documents its safety profile in cosmetic applications (Smijs & Pavel, 2011; Kim et al., 2017).

Tallow has a lipid structure naturally biocompatible with human skin, making it well suited to supporting the skin barrier, helping to reduce transepidermal water loss and prevent dryness, without interfering with the skin's natural physiological mechanisms (Kowalska et al., 2017; Russell et al., 2024).

Organic coconut oil and carrot seed oil are two ingredients particularly valued in skincare during the summer. Coconut oil is one of the most studied plant oils in skincare, including in newborns, shown to improve skin barrier integrity and reduce transepidermal water loss, with good tolerability and safety (Konar et al., 2020; Williams et al., 2025); the literature also recognises its capacity to interact with part of the ultraviolet radiation (Kaur & Saraf, 2010). Carrot seed oil, in turn, is a natural source rich in carotenoids, such as beta-carotene, and tocopherols, compounds with well-recognised antioxidant activity, valued for their role in defending the skin against oxidative stress associated with sun exposure (Singh et al., 2019; Arianto et al., 2022; Baswan et al., 2021).

Extra virgin olive oil acts as an emollient and nourishing agent, rich in fatty acids and antioxidant compounds, helping to soften the skin and reinforce its elasticity. Apricot kernel oil, rich in oleic acid and tocopherols (vitamin E), is a light, easily absorbed emollient. The scientific literature documents its profile of unsaturated fatty acids and its antioxidant capacity, qualities that make it a valued ingredient in cosmetic applications (Stryjecka et al., 2019).

Organic cocoa powder, derived from Theobroma cacao, is rich in polyphenols such as catechin and epicatechin, with strong antioxidant properties. Scientific research documents its contribution to protecting the skin against oxidative stress and to improving skin condition (Draelos et al., 2024; Scapagnini et al., 2014). It also gives the balm a natural golden tone. Azorean beeswax completes the formula by forming a natural protective barrier that seals moisture into the skin and gives the balm its texture and water resistance.

Ingredients:  Zinc Oxide, Tallow (Grass-Fed Azorean Beef Tallow), Cocos Nucifera Oil (Organic Coconut Oil), Olea Europaea Fruit Oil (Extra Virgin Olive Oil), Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil (Apricot Kernel Oil), Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil (Carrot Seed Oil), Cera Alba (Azorean Beeswax), Theobroma Cacao Powder (Organic Cocoa Powder).

Content: 80g

How to Use:  Apply an even layer to the skin and massage gently until evenly spread. It may be reapplied throughout the day whenever the skin needs it, particularly after swimming or sweating. Store in a cool, dry place.

Precautions:  For external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes and mucous membranes. Discontinue use if irritation occurs. A patch test on a small area of skin is recommended. This product is not a substitute for sunscreen and does not replace sun-protection measures such as suitable clothing, shade and moderate sun exposure.

Note: As this is an artisanal product, natural variations between batches may occur. Our packaging may vary in colour and shape, however, what's inside always stays true: the same formula and the same artisanal care as always.

Key Benefits: 
🌞 Ingredients valued in skincare during the summer months
👶 Suitable for the whole family, including delicate children's skin
🥥 Coconut oil that supports the skin barrier and moisture retention
💧 Nourishes and helps maintain the skin's natural hydration
🍑 Light, easily absorbed emollience from apricot kernel oil
🥕 Antioxidant richness in carotenoids and tocopherols
🍫 Cocoa polyphenols with antioxidant action and a natural golden tone
🐝 Nourishing barrier and water resistance from beeswax
🌿 Free from essential oils, fragrances, colourants and synthetic additives
🔄 Artisanal production

Sources:
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Baswan, S. M., Klosner, A. E., Weir, K., Salter-Venzon, D., Gellenbeck, K. W., Leverett, J., & Krutmann, J. (2021). Role of ingestible carotenoids in skin protection: A review of clinical evidence. Photodermatology, Photoimmunology & Photomedicine, 37(6), 490–504. https://doi.org/10.1111/phpp.12690

Draelos, Z. D., Draelos, M. M., Feng, S., Madera, Z., & Chen, M. (2024). Topical antioxidant cocoa polyphenol skin penetration. Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 23(12), 4072–4076. https://doi.org/10.1111/jocd.16637

Kaur, C. D., & Saraf, S. (2010). In vitro sun protection factor determination of herbal oils used in cosmetics. Pharmacognosy Research, 2(1), 22–25. https://doi.org/10.4103/0974-8490.60586

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