This site has limited support for your browser. We recommend switching to Chrome, Safari, or Firefox.

Free shipping on NZ orders $85 and over

USA: Shipping has resumed — Please be aware that international tariff fees will occur via a third party

Subscribe & pay 10% less on every order

Free shipping on AUS orders $100 and over

Your cart 0

No more products available for purchase

Products
Subtotal Free
Shipping, taxes, and discount codes are calculated at checkout
  • American Express
  • Apple Pay
  • Google Pay
  • Mastercard
  • Shop Pay
  • Union Pay
  • Visa
Add order notes
Is this a gift?
Pair with

Tallow Balm | Mango & Vanilla

Hydrate, Protect, Restore

$28.00
ScentMango & Vanilla

Deeply nourish and protect your skin with our 100% natural NZ Grass-Fed & Finished Beef Tallow Balm. This natural balm relieves dryness and irritation, shields against harsh elements, and leaves your skin soft, smooth, and youthful.

  • Made in New Zealand from high-quality, responsibly sourced tallow
  • Supports the skin’s natural barrier to lock in moisture and resilience
  • Hydrates, softens, and improves skin flexibility
  • Short, clean ingredients list — no added nasties or unnecessary complexity
  • Perfect for dry patches, sensitive areas, and everyday barrier care

+ Barrier support - as the foundation to all skincare

+ People with dry or very dry skin

+ Cold or dry climates

+ Minimalist skincare preferences

+ Ideal for all ages

Mango & Vanilla: Grass Fed & Finished Beef Tallow, Mango Butter, Cold Pressed Organic Castor Oil, NZ Bee's Wax, Mango Oil, Vanilla Oil

Frankincense & Manuka Oil: Grass Fed & Finished Beef Tallow, Cold Pressed Organic Caster Oil, New Zealand Bee’s Wax, Frankincense Oil, Manuka Oil



Level up your routine


[{"variant_id":"42597950357591" , "metafield_value":""}]

Meet your 100% natural skincare essential.

Mitchells Tallow Balm sets the foundation for healthy skin: a traditional, lipid-rich formula that nourishes, softens, and protects at the skin barrier level. It works as a foundational step in any skincare routine, strengthening the skin barrier so the products you already love work better. With a short, clean ingredients list and no unnecessary additives, it's gentle enough for little ones and effective for the whole family. One versatile balm cares for cheeks, hands, elbows, or anywhere skin needs extra support, making it a simple, barrier-first solution for everyday hydration and resilience.

Ingredients

Mango & Vanilla: Grass Fed & Finished Beef Tallow, Mango Butter, Cold Pressed Organic Castor Oil, NZ Bee's Wax, Mango Oil, Vanilla Oil

Frankincense & Manuka Oil: Grass Fed & Finished Beef Tallow, Cold Pressed Organic Caster Oil, New Zealand Bee’s Wax, Frankincense Oil, Manuka Oil

FAQ

What is Tallow Balm?

Tallow Balm is a rich, lipid-based moisturiser made from rendered beef tallow. It’s designed to nourish, protect, and support the skin barrier using simple, biocompatible ingredients.

Why use tallow on the skin?

Tallow contains fatty acids and fat-soluble vitamins that closely resemble those found in human skin. This allows it to work in harmony with the skin, helping to soften, protect, and support barrier function.

Who is Tallow Balm best suited for?

Tallow Balm is ideal for people with dry to very dry, sensitive or compromised skin, and anyone looking to simplify their routine. It’s suitable for use across all ages.

Can I use it if I have acne-prone or oily skin?

Tallow Balm is not non-comedogenic and may feel too heavy for some acne-prone or oily skin types. If you’re unsure, we recommend patch testing or using it on targeted dry areas first.

How do I use Tallow Balm?

Apply the desired amount to clean, dry skin. It can be used as a daily moisturiser, a final step to seal in hydration, or as an all-in-one balm where your skin needs extra support.

Can it replace my other skincare products?

For many, yes. Tallow balm can act as a simple, multi-purpose moisturiser. For most, it works best as a foundational step, supporting the barrier so other products can work more effectively.

Is it suitable for sensitive skin or children?

Yes, the simple formulation makes it suitable for sensitive skin and gentle enough for children. As with any product, individual tolerance can vary, so patch testing is recommended.

Will it clog my pores?

Because it’s a rich, occlusive balm, it may clog pores for some individuals with very oily skin or those prone to breakouts. It’s best suited to dry, compromised, or sensitive skin types.

How is it different from regular moisturisers?

Many moisturisers focus on adding water to the skin. Tallow Balm works differently, it helps seal in moisture and support the skin barrier using lipid-rich ingredients the skin recognises.

What does “occlusive” mean?

An occlusive is an ingredient that forms a protective barrier on the skin to help lock in moisture and prevent water loss. Tallow is naturally occlusive, meaning it sits on the skin’s surface and helps seal in hydration you already have. This supports softer, more nourished skin, especially in dry or harsh conditions.

What’s the difference between whipped and non-whipped tallow balm?

Whipped: More light. Air is whipped through the balm which allows it to spread easily, but because of that, it can feel less rich on the skin.

Non-whipped: More rich and thick (especially in cooler temps). It melts down as you warm it between your fingers and tends to feel richer and more protective on the skin.

How does it work?

Healthy skin depends on a strong outer barrier known as the stratum corneum. This layer contains lipids that:

  • Prevent water loss
  • Protect against irritants
  • Maintain skin flexibility and resilience

When this barrier becomes compromised, skin loses moisture more quickly and becomes more reactive.

Tallow balm works primarily as an occlusive moisturizer:

  • It forms a protective layer on the skin
  • Slows water evaporation
  • Softens dry or cracked skin
  • Improves skin flexibility

For dry or environmentally stressed skin, this helps maintain baseline barrier integrity.


How to use it.

Apply a small amount to clean, dry skin and massage gently until absorbed. Use on hands, elbows, heels, cheeks, or anywhere skin needs extra care. Suitable for daily use for adults and children, it can be your first step in a skincare routine or a standalone barrier-supporting balm for simple, effective hydration.