Whipped Tallow Balm
Making your own tallow balm at home is as easy as melting tallow, adding essential oils and whipping the solidified mixture!
Yield: 16 Oz
Cost: $5-10
Equipment
- Hand Mixer Or standmixer with whisk attachment
- Double boiler
- Medium-Large mixing bowl
Materials
- 1 cup Rendered Tallow
- ¼ cup Other Oil jojoba oil, olive oil or coconut oil (optional but recommended)
- Essential oils optional
Instructions
- Begin melting your rendered Tallow in your double boiler on medium/low heat.
- Once completely melted, pour into a heat safe glass or metal bowl and add in your additional oil. Stir to combine well.
- If adding essential oils, begin adding your desired scents when you see the tallow mixture begin to solidify and gently stir to evenly distribute the scent.
- Adding any desired essential oils at this cooling point is important to ensure the fragrance is maintained.
- Once the essential oils have been added, leave to cool until almost all oils are solidified. You will know the mixture is ready when the contents of the bowl are mainly white but still warm.
- At this stage, begin using your mixer to whip the tallow mixture until light and fluffy.
- When your tallow mixture is light and fluffy, begin transferring to the storage jars with a silicone spatula.
- Once transferred to your storage jars, secure the airtight lid. When you’re not using, store in a cool dark place.
Notes
The most important step is to have the tallow mixture cool until almost solidified. Doing this creates a thick, luxurious, creamy texture. If you’re looking for a lighter texture, you can begin the whipping process when the tallow mixture is at a warmer temperature. If you begin whipping at a warmer temperature, it will take longer for it to whip.
Scenting Your Tallow Balm
Essential oil scent suggestions:
Citrus and Mint
Eucalyptus
Frankincense
Lavender
Lemon – this oil may make you more sensitive to sunlight and make your skin burn easier. If you add it to your balm, I suggest using the balm only at night or in the winter.