All About Tallow
Our Story
Lady May Tallow started in an unexpected place—a restaurant kitchen. What began as a simple experiment with grass-fed beef fat has grown into one of the most trusted names in natural skincare, with over 120,000 products sold to customers who believe in the power of traditional ingredients.
We're a family-owned business committed to small-batch production, transparency, and quality. Every jar of Lady May skincare is handcrafted in the USA using 100% grass-fed beef tallow and organic oils—no synthetic preservatives, no parabens, no shortcuts.
When you choose the Lady May, you're choosing skincare that works with your skin, not against it. Our products are biocompatible, nutrient-dense, and rooted in the wisdom our grandmothers knew: real ingredients deliver real results.
From our whipped tallow moisturizers to our cleansing balms, soaps, and candles, every product reflects our commitment to purity, sustainability, and the belief that your skin deserves better than what's on most store shelves.
Thank you for trusting us with your skin. We're honored to be part of your wellness journey.
Why Tallow?
For centuries, tallow has been one of nature’s most powerful moisturizers — used by generations who valued simple, time-tested skincare that actually worked. At Lady May, we’re proud to carry that tradition forward with our clean, small-batch tallow crafted right here in the U.S.
Pure, Pasture-Raised Goodness
Our tallow is made from beef fat sourced from cattle raised on pasture across the United States. Each batch is wet-rendered — a process that gently purifies the tallow without stripping away its natural nutrients. The result? Odorless, ultra-nourishing tallow that’s rich in bioavailable vitamins A, B12, D, E & K and skin-loving fatty acids that help soften, repair, and deeply moisturize your skin.
No “Beefy” Smell — Just Clean, Natural Skincare
We get this question a lot — and no, our tallow does not smell like beef. The wet-rendering method completely removes any scent while preserving all the good stuff your skin craves.
A Little Goes a Long Way
Tallow melts right into your skin barrier. Start with about a penny-sized amount and let it absorb — your skin will feel hydrated, not greasy.
For Every Skin Type
Even oily or acne-prone skin benefits from tallow. When skin is stripped of natural oils, it overproduces sebum. Using our whipped tallow helps balance moisture, soothe irritation, and promote a healthy glow.
How to Store
Keep your tallow in a cool, temperature-controlled spot (68°–74°F). If it hardens or softens with the weather, don’t worry — it’s still perfectly good.
Rooted in Sustainability
We believe in honoring the whole animal. The tallow we use comes from suet — the pure fat surrounding the kidneys and loins — sourced from sustainable farms that practice ethical care and nose-to-tail craftsmanship. It’s skincare inspired by how our grandmothers made use of every good thing the land provided.
