If you've ever flipped over a bottle of conventional lotion and tried to read the ingredient list, you know the feeling — a wall of unpronounceable chemicals, synthetic preservatives, and fillers that leave you wondering: what am I actually putting on my skin? This exact exercise was what drove me to create my own lotion several years ago. I needed to be certain about what I was putting into my body.
At Alta Fauna, we believe your skin deserves better. That's why every product we make starts with a short, honest ingredient list — things you can actually recognize. Let's break down exactly what goes into our tallow-based skincare and why each ingredient earns its place.
Grassfed Beef Tallow
The star of the show. Grassfed beef tallow has been used for centuries as a skin nourisher, and for good reason. Its fatty acid profile — rich in stearic, oleic, and palmitic acids — closely mirrors the lipids naturally found in human skin. That means it absorbs deeply without clogging pores, supports the skin barrier, and delivers fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K right where your skin needs them most. Grassfed matters: it means higher nutrient density and a cleaner source.
Organic Coconut Oil
Lightweight and naturally antimicrobial, organic coconut oil adds a silky glide and helps the formula spread evenly. It's rich in lauric acid, which has well-documented skin-supportive properties, and it works in harmony with tallow to create a balanced, non-greasy feel.
Organic Olive Oil
A time-tested skin staple, organic olive oil is loaded with squalene and polyphenols — natural antioxidants that help protect skin from environmental stressors. It's deeply moisturizing and particularly beneficial for dry or sensitive skin types, adding richness and longevity to the formula.
Organic Beeswax
Beeswax is our natural emulsifier and texture builder. It creates a breathable protective layer on the skin that locks in moisture without suffocating it. Unlike synthetic thickeners, beeswax is completely natural and brings its own mild skin-conditioning benefits. It's what gives our products that satisfying, solid-yet-melts-on-contact texture.
Organic Vitamin E Oil
Vitamin E is a powerhouse antioxidant that helps neutralize free radicals and supports skin repair. We use it both for its skin benefits and as a natural preservative — it helps extend the shelf life of our oils without the need for synthetic additives. It's a small addition with a big impact.
Essential Oils
Where applicable, we use carefully selected essential oils for gentle, natural fragrance and added skin benefits. We keep concentrations skin-safe and gentle — never overpowering, always purposeful. Unscented options are available for those with sensitivities or preference.
That's It. Really.
No parabens. No synthetic fragrances. No synthetic thickeners, solvents, silicones, or mystery preservatives. Just real, recognizable ingredients that work with your skin — not against it.
Clean skincare doesn't have to be complicated. It just has to be honest.
Ready to make the switch? Explore our full line of grassfed tallow skincare and find your new daily ritual.
