Small-batch, grass-fed tallow skincare
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Handcrafted in Matakana, New Zealand.
Matakana Tallow Co creates small-batch skincare using grass-fed beef tallow and minimal, natural ingredients.
Grass-fed • No fillers or artificial fragrances • small-batch for quailty
Locally made
Made by local hands. We source only local beef fat that’s never left the Matakana region — rendered six times for purity and blended with coconut oil essential oils & vitamin e oil. Natural, no chemicals
& artificial fragrances.
Rich in vitamins
Tallow is naturally rich in vitamins A, D, E and K. These vitamins support cell repair, boost moisture, protect against dryness and help strengthen the skin barrier - while also soothing irritated skin.
Contains antioxidants
Tallow contains powerful antioxidants and skin-loving fatty acids such as oleic, palmitic and stearic acids. These nutrients help soothe inflammation, repair damaged skin and lock in long-lasting moisture.
Absolutely gorgeous tallow. Best consistency I’ve found in a tallow. All the smells were gorgeous, I purchased the rose & it’s divine. Super hydrating on the skin & I’ve even used it to smooth flyaways in my hair! Love supporting local too! Definitely recommend trying.
Beautifully made tallow. It’s been very soothing for my hand eczema, feels deeply nourishing without being heavy. The scent is lovely and subtle. I also love that it’s made from locally sourced beef fat. Simple and traditional skincare. Highly recommend.
Matakana Tallow is amazing. The texture is really good — creamy, nourishing, and absorbs beautifully into the skin without feeling greasy. A huge bonus that the tallow is sourced locally as well. I also love the range of scents — they’re subtle and really well done. Such a great NZ-made product. Highly recommend!
Your tallow cream is amazing! It’s nice to apply and I love the smells they come in. It makes my skin feel soft and hydrated all day and clears any dry skin up. I highly recommend this product that’s locally made by amazing people — keep up the great work!
Absolutely love this product! The scent options are all so delicious but my fave would have to be the Ylang Ylang and Vanilla. These made amazing Christmas gifts as well and my skin feels incredible.
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Tallow is pure, rendered beef fat that has been used in skincare for hundreds of years. Before modern lotions existed, people relied on tallow for moisturising, protecting and healing the skin.
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Our tallow is a by-product of local beef that would otherwise go to waste. Using it for skincare creates a sustainable, zero-waste product with minimal environmental impact.
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Yes — tallow sits at a 2 on the non-comedogenic scale (won’t clog pores for most skin types). It can help balance sebum and support skin healing. We recommend using a small amount.
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Tallow is naturally rich in vitamins A, D, E and K, along with essential fatty acids. Its composition is very similar to the oils found in human skin, which makes it deeply moisturising, soothing and easily absorbed.
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Yes – Beef tallow is safe for babies and pregnant women. It can help soothe irritated skin. We recommend using our unscented for babies who have sensitive skin. Always do a test patch first.
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Our products are hand-made here in Matakana New Zealand, using a small-batch set up. Unlike other brands who potentially use up to 6+ beef fat, our products are small-batch which means it’s batch traceable to the individual cow.