Ancestral Cosmetics Original Tallow & Honey Balm
- Regular price
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£24.50 - Regular price
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- Sale price
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£24.50 - Unit price
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£408.33 / per l
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A rich, all-natural moisturising balm designed to support soft, healthy-looking skin.
Made with grass-fed Irish beef tallow and raw Irish honey, this deeply nourishing balm helps to condition and hydrate the skin using ingredients known for their compatibility with the skin’s natural barrier.
Why You’ll Love It
This multi-purpose balm is designed to simplify your routine. With a rich texture and minimal ingredients, it helps keep skin feeling smooth, comforted, and well-moisturised.
Key Benefits
- Deep Moisture Support – helps keep skin soft and hydrated
- Skin-Compatible Ingredients – formulated with ingredients similar to the skin’s natural oils
- Multi-Use Balm – suitable for face, body, and hands
- Minimal, Natural Ingredients – made without synthetic additives
- Small Batch Crafted – carefully handmade in Ireland
Key Ingredients
Grass-Fed Irish Beef Tallow
A highly skin-compatible ingredient that helps to condition and soften the skin.
Raw Irish Honey
Naturally rich in antioxidants and known for its skin-conditioning properties.
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Cold-pressed and rich in fatty acids to help support skin hydration.
Beeswax
Helps create a protective layer to lock in moisture.
Pure Essential Oils
Provide a subtle, natural scent.
How to Use
Warm a small amount between your fingers and apply to clean skin as needed. Suitable for use on the face, body, and dry areas.
Ingredients
Tallow, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Cera Alba, Mel, Boswellia Carterii Oil, Citrus Aurantium Amara Oil, Cymbopogon Martini Oil, Fusanus Spicatus Wood Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil
Advisory Information
We do our best to ensure that product information is accurate, however manufacturers may alter their ingredients without our knowledge. We strongly advise that you always read labels, warnings, and directions before using or consuming a product and not exclusively rely on the information presented on our site.
If you have severe sensitivities or allergies, always contact the manufacturer directly to confirm the latest ingredients. We cannot be held responsible for the accuracy of ingredient or nutritional information we provide nor liable for any adverse reactions caused by the products we sell.
We are continuously in the process of updating ingredient information, so if you notice any discrepancies between the ingredients listed on our website and those that are on your package, please contact us.
Shipping & Delivery
Shipping & Delivery Overview
- Orders are dispatched from our warehouse in London, United Kingdom.
- Most orders are dispatched within 1–2 working days.
- During busy periods (such as Black Friday, launches, and Christmas), dispatch may take up to 5 working days.
- UK standard delivery usually arrives within 2–5 working days after dispatch.
- International delivery times vary depending on destination and customs processing.
- Free UK shipping is available on orders over £40.
Please note that delivery estimates begin after your order has been dispatched.
Returns
You can return your order within 14 days of receiving it.
We use a dedicated portal to manage and track returns. Please contact our customer service team to request a returns authorisation number (RAN). Contact us
Please do not send your packages without authorisation as these will be refused.
If you are returning items not due to defect, discrepancy or misdescription, you will be responsible for return postage costs. This will usually be deducted from your purchase refund.
Items can only be returned for a refund if they are unopened, unused and in a re-saleable condition with all tamper-resistant seals, packaging and any cellophane intact and within 14 days of your receiving your order.
We do not offer exchanges. You will need to place a new order and return your original for a refund.
prohibited items
International Shipping
Some products cannot be shipped internationally due to courier, customs, or aviation restrictions.
Restricted items may include:
- Aerosols
- Perfumes & aftershaves
- Nail polish
- Hair colour & hair dye products
- Bleaching or chemical lightening products
- Certain alcohol-based or flammable beauty products
- Some liquid cosmetics to selected EU destinations, including makeup and face creams
- Electrical beauty devices, including:
- Hair dryers
- Straighteners
- Trimmers
If your order contains restricted items, we may:
- Remove the affected item(s) from your order,
- Contact you with alternative shipping options, or
- Cancel and refund the affected item(s) where necessary.
UK Shipping Restrictions (Royal Mail Only)
The following items can only be shipped within the UK using Royal Mail:
Aerosols - maximum 2 items per order
Perfumes & aftershaves - maximum 8 items per order
Nail polish - maximum 8 items per order
Please do not select DHL at checkout if your order contains:
- Aerosols
- Perfumes or aftershaves
- Nail polish
If DHL is selected for restricted items, we may:
- Change the shipping method,
- Remove restricted items from the order, or
- Cancel and refund the affected item(s).
Any refunds will be processed in accordance with our Returns Policy.





Ancestral Cosmetics Original Tallow & Honey Balm
- Regular price
-
£24.50 - Regular price
-
- Sale price
-
£24.50 - Unit price
-
£408.33 / per l
FAQs
Why is beef tallow used in skincare?
Beef tallow has been a trusted cosmetic ingredient for over 5000 years because it is highly compatible with human skin. As one of the most effective natural moisturizers, it contains a unique combination of vitamins A, B12, D, E, and K. These essential nutrients are found naturally in animal-based products and help deeply nourish and restore the skin.
How is Ancestral Cosmetics tallow processed?
Ancestral Cosmetics tallow is processed in-house using a traditional, low-temperature rendering method. We source fresh suet from Irish grass-fed, pasture-raised cows and hand-trim every piece to ensure purity. This gentle, chemical-free process preserves essential nutrients and vitamins while removing the "beefy" scent, resulting in a clean, skincare-grade ingredient crafted specifically for skin health.
What does the Tallow & Honey Balm smell like?
Our Tallow & Honey Balm has a gentle, woodsy scent derived from pure essential oils, featuring notes of Frankincense, Sandalwood, and Neroli. This 100% plant and hive-derived aroma complements the natural sweetness of the honey. We never use synthetic fragrances, ensuring a clean, earthy scent that is gentle on the skin.
Can babies and children use the Tallow & Honey Balm?
Our Original Tallow & Honey Balm is ideal for children over three years of age. Formulated with skin-compatible grass-fed tallow and soothing honey, it provides deep nourishment for young skin. For children under three or those with extra-sensitive skin, we always recommend a small patch test first, as the balm contains a gentle blend of pure essential oils.

