How far will you go to achieve radiant, dewy skin? Well, the internet has finally taken it up a notch and somehow made beef tallow the latest “holy grail” skincare ingredient. Yes, you read that right—beef fat is now being hailed as the secret to glowing skin. This old-school ingredient is making a comeback in a major way, and at Style Spur, we are just as skeptical as you. Some swear that beef tallow is the secret to baby-soft and radiant skin, and others are cringing at the thought of slathering beef tallow on their face! Is beef tallow a glow-up miracle or a one-way ticket to clogged pores? We are here to break down the hype and figure out if it really is the secret to amazing skin or just another wild goose chase for a dewy complexion!
Beef tallow is beef fat that has been rendered. It is often used in cooking, candle making, and skin care. Beef tallow has a buttery and thick consistency and is packed with vitamins and good fatty acids. Beef tallow has been historically used as a staple in traditional skincare and healing ointments. That’s why people are now using it again in their skincare routine. With many consumers shifting to organic and additive-free skincare products and natural remedies for healthier skin, ingredients such as beef tallow are trending on TikTok.
Beef tallow is being hailed as a ‘Miracle Skin Product’ on major social media platforms such as TikTok and Instagram. It gained popularity when ‘trad-wife’ influencer and model Nara Smith shared her homemade moisturizer recipe using beef tallow. She raved about how beef tallow is the secret to her glowing skin. With over 4.6 million followers on Instagram and 11.4 million followers on TikTok, the beef tallow moisturizer went viral, with many other influencers jumping on the trend and promoting it as a natural skincare remedy.
TikTok spawns more skincare hacks and remedies that we have lost count! From ‘Morning Shed’ routines that cause more harm than good due to overuse of products to this viral new sensation of adding a beef tallow moisturizer to your everyday skincare routine, we simply cannot keep up! However, the beef tallow trend might actually not be so bad. Sure, it sounds gross, but beauty comes at a cost!
You might be a little hesitant about adding beef tallow to your skincare—we were also baffled. The idea of swapping our expensive moisturizers for greasy beef fat is definitely off putting but you’ll be surprised to know that it’s not as crazy as it sounds!
With the resurgence of beef tallow in skincare, dermatologists are debunking the truth behind this organic product. Just like netizens, dermatologists can’t seem to make up their minds either! Some dermatologists have expressed concerns that beef tallow can worsen conditions like acne and eczema. Others have praised its nutrient rich profile when used in small amounts. If you plan on using beef tallow, it is a good idea to use one or two penny-sized amounts to combat dry skin issues.
To use beef tallow or not to use beef tallow? That is the question! For some beef tallow can be a game-changer if they have dry, mature, and sensitive skin. On the other hand, for people with oily skin and acene-prone skin, beef tallow is nothing less than a nightmare! At Style Spur, we like to cross-examine if a TikTok skincare product is worth it or not, and for us, the beef tallow trend is definitely a miss! Would you try it, or is it a hard pass?
A self-proclaimed trend-hunter, Neha Khan knows what’s hot before it hits the racks. With a knack for spotting aesthetic living hacks and trendsetting outfits, she’s your go-to gal for all things chic and current. When she’s not curating the next big vibe, she’s sipping chai and scouting street markets.
Interesting read! Beef tallow seems like a unique skincare trend—some swear by its deep hydration, while others find it too heavy. Excited to see more natural beauty hacks covered here!