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Simple, Natural & Back to the Basics. Sharing our knowledge of sensitive skincare, and farm goods. They often just sting, leaving the skin more irritated.
Our small family business was born from the need to find a way to help improve the skin health of our two youngest children. They both navigate life with many food allergies, asthma, and severe eczema. We had spent years trying all the hypoallergenic over-the-counter moisturizers with little to no improvement. With a combined 20-year background in healthcare and cosmetology, this Mama got to work! What is tallow? Tallow is put simply rendered animal fat, most commonly from beef. It contains all the same vitamins, minerals and healthy fats that our skin has, making it the most biologically compatible with us. It truly is a super skin food! I source my suet from a local butcher and process it to produce my own tallow for all the skincare products I make, for the highest quality possible. We found that the beef tallow skincare products I was making were gentle, soothing, and a game changer when added to their skincare routine. They do not fix the eczema, but where the MOST helpful and moisturizing for them. We started selling our skincare 3 years ago to help others with super sensitive skin, and to help bring back the use of tallow! We began selling at 1 market per week, and now you can find us at 33 stores throughout the states. Our logo is a heritage breed turkey, which I get questions about often! It simply stands for traditional ways and ingredients. Which is fitting since tallow has been used since ancient times but was left behind during the industrial revolution when goods became mass produced for as cheap as possible and ingredient quality has continually become poorer ever since. It truly is a family business! Each jar of lotion is hand piped, each soap hand cut, and all formulated simply and with purpose. All the kids help in various ways including labeling, marketing, sorting, and helping at events and farmers markets throughout the year. The best part is hearing from a customer that their skin or their child's skin has improved! It's just close to my heart, because I have been THAT parent before. Searching and trying anything to help make their baby's skin a "little happier". We also produce small amounts of organically grown garlic, lamb and poultry meat on our tiny farm.
10/08/2026
🤎 When your skin barrier is compromised, less is more.
When your skin barrier becomes compromised, your skin has a harder time holding onto moisture. This can leave skin feeling dry, tight, rough, or more easily irritated.
Tallow makes an excellent moisturizer because its fatty acid profile is similar to some of the lipids naturally found in our skin. It helps soften the skin while creating a protective layer that helps reduce moisture loss.
This is why I believe simple moisturizing and clean cleansing are the building blocks of healthy skin.
When the skin is already struggling, sometimes adding more products and more ingredients isn't the answer. Sometimes it needs gentle cleansing, simple moisture, and a little time.
Tallow isn't a cure for skin conditions, and everyone's skin is different. But for dry, sensitive skin, it can be a wonderful, simple moisturizer to have in your routine.
🌿 Made in Maine. Gentle Everywhere. 🤎
10/06/2026
🎄 It’s BACK!
One of our most-loved holiday candles is back for the season — Dickens Christmas Night! ❤️
Hand-poured with our in-house rendered tallow + Maine-sourced beeswax, this seasonal gem is one we look forward to bringing back every year.
✨ Find Dickens Christmas Night on our website and bring a little old-fashioned Christmas charm home this season.
Top Notes: Juniper Berry · Juicy Orange · Crisp Apple
Heart Notes: Cinnamon · Clove Leaf · Rose Petals
Base Notes: Tonka Bean · White Musk
10/05/2026
Tallow Balm or Whipped Body Butter? 🤎
They’re both made with our in-house rendered tallow, but they serve two different purposes.
✨ Whipped Tallow Body Butter
Your everyday moisturizer. Light, creamy, and easy to spread over larger areas of skin. Perfect for daily moisturizing after a shower, keeping hands soft, or giving dry skin some extra nourishment.
🌿 Tallow & Manuka Honey Balm
A richer, more concentrated balm made for targeted areas that need a little extra care and protection. It’s packed with tallow, Manuka honey, beeswax, and a blend of botanical oils and essential oils.
Think of it this way:
🤎 Body Butter = everyday moisture
🌿 Manuka Balm = targeted, intensive care
Both are simple. Both are made in small batches here in Maine. And both start with our own naturally rendered tallow.
Not sure which one is right for you? If you’re looking to moisturize your whole body, reach for the Body Butter. If you have specific areas that need some extra TLC, reach for the Manuka Balm.
Maine Made. Gentle Everywhere. 🤎
10/04/2026
Just getting back from the Freeport Fall Festival, and what a few week it’s been! 🍂💛
Two festivals back-to-back, lots of long days, hard work, and so many wonderful people supporting our small family business. After 5 years in business, I can honestly say this has been the best year yet! 🥹✨
So, naturally, I decided to celebrate with something special for this tallow lady — a beautiful new market bag! 💛
We’re feeling incredibly grateful, proud, and excited for what’s ahead. Thank you to everyone who continues to support, shop, share, and cheer on our small family business. We truly couldn’t do this without you!
L.L.Bean
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10/04/2026
Made to feel like home. 🤍
Hand-poured right here in Maine with our own in-house rendered tallow + Maine beeswax, made in small batches with simple ingredients and lots of care.
A warm glow, a cozy scent, and something truly Maine-made to enjoy in your home. 🕯️
Maine Made. Hand Poured.
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10/02/2026
Everything costs more these days, so we’re being more intentional about what we bring into our homes. 🤎
We love keeping things simple: fewer ingredients, quality products, and top-notch results. Our tallow body care is made to deeply moisturize and nourish your skin without a long list of ingredients. ✨
Simple. Effective. Something you’ll actually love using.
09/29/2026
Did you know we make a natural tallow laundry stain bar?! 🧺🍋
We use it in our own home for everything from spaghetti and blood to gear oil and berry stains!
No unnecessary chemicals — just simple ingredients, including lemon & lime juice. 💛
Small batch, handmade, and made with ingredients we feel good about! 🇺🇸
09/28/2026
What a great weekend! ❤️ We had such a wonderful time at the fair, meeting so many new faces and connecting with other vendors who had some truly incredible products!
We’re back home now catching up on last week’s orders while also preparing for the Freeport Fall Festival this coming weekend! 🍂
Please be patient with us as we work through everything — we’re a VERY tired team today! 😂 Thank you so much for your patience and continued support! ❤️
09/25/2026
All set up and ready to go at the Common Ground Fair! 🌱✨
We’re so excited to be here for our first year and can’t wait to meet everyone! Come by, say hello, and check us out—we’re looking forward to a great weekend! 💚
Common Ground Fair
09/22/2026
When I first started making lip balms, I was making three at a time. 🥹 I never imagined I’d get to the point where I’d need to upgrade from making 100 at a time!
It’s crazy to look back and see how far this little dream has come. 💕✨
From 3 to 100+… and still growing!
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