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Jar of homemade whipped tallow balm with a lavender label and gold lid beside it

How to Make Homemade Whipped Tallow Balm (Diy Recipe)

This homemade whipped tallow balm is made with rendered beef tallow, olive oil, and optional essential oils for a rich, fluffy balm that spreads easily on dry skin. The tallow and oil are gently melted together, cooled until soft, and whipped until light and creamy. It is a simple homemade skin balm for hands, feet, elbows, knees, and other rough areas.
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Keyword: balm, beef, essential, fat, natural, oil, products, skin, tallow, whipped
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 43 minutes
Servings: 1 small jar
Author: Stephanie

Equipment

  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • double boiler or heatproof bowl set over simmering water
  • Mixing bowl
  • hand mixer or stand mixer with whisk attachment
  • Rubber spatula 
  • glass jar with lid

Ingredients

  • ½ cup grass-fed beef tallow about 4 ounces
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil
  • 27 drops of a good quality essential oils optional
  • ½ teaspoon vitamin E oil optional

Instructions

  • Add the beef tallow and olive oil or avocado oil to a double boiler. Warm gently over low heat until everything is fully melted and combined. Stir occasionally and avoid overheating the mixture. You only need enough heat to melt the tallow.
  • Remove the melted mixture from the heat. If you are using vitamin E oil or essential oils, let the mixture cool slightly before adding them. Pour the mixture into a shallow bowl and let it cool until it begins to thicken. It should look soft and semi-solid, not fully hardened.
  • Use a hand mixer or stand mixer with a whisk attachment to whip the balm for 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Whip until it becomes light, airy, and creamy. The finished texture should look similar to whipped butter.
  • Spoon the whipped tallow balm into a clean glass jar. Add the lid and store it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

Notes

    • Tips for the Best Whipped Tallow Balm

      • Use clean, well-rendered tallow so the balm has the best texture and mildest scent.
      • Do not overheat the tallow. Warm it only until melted.
      • Let the mixture cool until soft before whipping.
      • If the balm turns grainy, gently remelt it, cool it more slowly, and whip again.
      • Use essential oils lightly, or leave them out for sensitive skin.
      • Store the balm away from heat and sunlight.
      • Keep water out of the jar to help it last longer.