Tallow, Manuka, Black Seed & Frankincense Skin Balm
Tallow, Manuka, Black Seed & Frankincense Skin Balm
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Small-batch, hand-crafted
Grass-fed, grass-finished tallow — nothing synthetic, nothing extra.
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Made in the USA
From our small facility in Soquel, California.
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Satisfaction guaranteed
Not in love with it? Full refund, no questions asked.
- No synthetics
- No parabens
- No added fragrance
- Cruelty-free
Ingredients
Grass-Fed, Grass-Finished Beef Tallow, Organic Jojoba Oil, Organic Raw Beeswax, Organic Black Seed Oil, Manuka Honey (355+ MGO), Organic Frankincense Essential Oil, Vitamin E.
How To Use
Apply a small amount to clean, slightly damp skin twice daily. Warm between fingertips and massage into the face, hands, body, elbows, cuticles, or dry patches.
Patch test first. Give 4–8 weeks of consistent use.
Size
2 oz. Reusable amber glass jar.
This is our most research-backed balm. Grass-fed, grass-finished beef tallow enriched with black seed oil and 355+ MGO manuka honey — two botanicals with clinical research behind them for sensitive, reactive, and irritated skin — plus frankincense for a warm, grounding finish. Handcrafted in small batches. No synthetics, no fragrance oils, no fillers. Built for people who actually read labels.
- Black seed oil & 355+ MGO manuka honey — research-backed botanicals
- Grass-fed tallow barrier support with vitamins A, D, E, K
- Frankincense for a warm, resinous ritual scent
- Face-to-body balm for dry, stressed, eczema-prone skin
Whole ingredients, nothing hidden
What's inside — and why
Grass-Fed, Grass-Finished Beef Tallow
What it is: Rendered in-house from high-quality grass-fed, grass-finished beef fat.
What it does: Deeply nourishes dry skin and helps support a healthy-looking moisture barrier with fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K.
Why it's here: Tallow closely resembles the skin's own oils — the biocompatible base everything else rides on.
Organic Black Seed Oil
What it is: Cold-pressed Nigella sativa oil — rich, earthy, and deeply conditioning.
What it does: Traditionally used for stressed-looking skin; black seed oil has been studied in clinical settings for hand eczema alongside conventional options.
Why it's here: It is one of the two research-forward botanicals that make this balm different from everyday tallow.
Manuka Honey (355+ MGO)
What it is: Premium manuka honey graded at 355+ MGO — a measure of methylglyoxal potency traditionally valued for rich composition and skin-loving properties.
What it does: Helps soften and condition; manuka honey has been studied in eczema-care research versus standard emollients.
Why it's here: We use 355+ MGO manuka, not generic honey — the second research-backed hero beside black seed.
Jojoba, Beeswax & Frankincense
What it is: Cold-pressed organic jojoba, raw beeswax, and steam-distilled organic frankincense, with vitamin E.
What it does: Jojoba smooths the glide; beeswax seals moisture; frankincense adds a warm resinous aroma and premium botanical feel.
Why it's here: They finish the balm so it spreads cleanly, lasts on skin, and feels like a ritual — not a greasy paste.
Who it's for
Made for
- Dry, stressed, reactive, or eczema-prone skin
- People who want black seed and manuka in a true tallow balm
- Face, hands, and body — especially rough or irritated patches
- Anyone who wants research-minded botanicals without a 40-ingredient cream
Maybe skip it if
- You want a completely fragrance-free balm (frankincense is intentionally aromatic)
- You have a beef allergy
- You’re sensitive to honey, black seed, or essential oils
Simple ritual
How to use
- Patch test on a small area first.
- Warm a pea-sized amount between your fingertips.
- Massage into clean, slightly damp skin twice daily for 4–8 weeks of consistent use.
Best on clean, slightly damp skin. This is a botanical balm for comfort and barrier support — not a substitute for medical care if you have a diagnosed skin condition.
What's not in it
- No synthetic fragrance
- No petroleum
- No parabens
- No fillers
- No watered-down lotion base
- No mineral oil
The Untamed standard
Hand-poured in small batches in Soquel, California, packed in reusable amber glass. Simple formulations, responsible sourcing, and full transparency — skincare from ingredients that actually make sense.
For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. Patch test before first use. Discontinue use if irritation occurs. Not a substitute for medical treatment. Backed by our no-questions-asked money-back guarantee.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this good for eczema-prone skin?
Tallow supports the moisture barrier, and black seed oil and 355+ MGO manuka honey both have clinical research exploring their use for eczema-prone and irritated skin. Patch test first, use consistently for 4–8 weeks, and see a clinician for persistent or severe eczema.
Does it smell strong?
Frankincense gives a subtle, warm, earthy resin scent. There is no synthetic fragrance. Black seed has a mild natural earthiness that fades into the blend.
Is it safe for sensitive skin?
It is formulated for dry, stressed, and sensitive-leaning skin, but it does contain frankincense and honey. Always patch test. Not recommended if you have a beef allergy.
How is this different from Pure Tallow or Tallow & Honey?
Pure Tallow is two ingredients, unscented. Tallow & Honey adds wild raw honey only. This balm adds black seed oil, 355+ MGO manuka honey, and frankincense — our most research-forward formula for reactive and irritated skin.
Can I use it on my face?
Yes — it is suitable for face, hands, and body. If you want a face-specific ritual aimed at fine lines and under-eyes, try Castor & Frankincense. If you want zero essential oils, choose Pure Tallow.