Why your skin loves saturated fat
For years, saturated fats were unfairly demonized by the nutrition industry, blamed for heart disease and high cholesterol. But science has since revealed the truth: saturated fats are not only essential for your overall health, but they also play a critical role in supporting your body’s natural systems, including your skin.
Studies show that saturated fats, when consumed as part of a balanced diet, can support healthy cholesterol levels by increasing HDL (the "good" cholesterol) and providing critical building blocks for cell membranes and hormone production.
When it comes to your skin, saturated fats are a game-changer. Fats like tallow and coconut oil are incredibly stable, meaning they resist oxidation and don’t degrade like other oils. This makes them perfect for deeply nourishing your skin without causing irritation or inflammation. Rich in essential fatty acids, vitamins A, D, E, and K, and powerful antioxidants, saturated fats closely mimic the structure of your skin’s natural lipids, allowing them to penetrate deeply and restore your skin barrier.
Unlike less stable oils—such as olive oil and industrial seed oils like sunflower, safflower, and soybean oil—that are prone to rancidity and oxidation, saturated fats remain intact. This means they deliver long-lasting hydration and protection without breaking down into harmful byproducts.
We build every product around these pure, stable ingredients because we believe in feeding your skin the way nature intended.
This is why we source grass-fed & finished beef tallow, a superior choice for skin nourishment. Unlike USDA organic-certified tallow, which may come from grain-fed cows, our tallow is sourced from pasture-raised cattle that have never been fed grains. This ensures higher nutrient density, a better omega-3 to omega-6 balance, and enhanced bioavailability for the skin. Learn more about why we choose grass-fed & finished tallow over organic on our Why Tallow page.
From soothing baby balms to hardworking deodorants, our products harness the amazing, science-backed benefits of saturated fats to give your skin the care it deserves—healthy, simple, and truly nourishing.
