Hearth and Homestead Tallow Face Balm, 0.7 oz

If you want a face balm that can sit comfortably under makeup, this formula is presented as lighter and faster-absorbing than a traditional heavy tallow balm. That daytime focus is its clearest point of difference.

It combines animal-derived fats and oils with jojoba and botanical ingredients. The ingredient approach will suit some skincare routines better than others.

The jar is 0.7 oz, and the balm is handmade in small batches in Virginia, according to the maker.

Technical details

This face balm contains grass-fed tallow, fermented cod liver oil, emu oil, organic jojoba, five organic herbs, and blue tansy oil. The maker describes the texture as lightweight and quick to melt into skin, with no synthetic fillers, fragrances, or preservatives. Blue tansy adds a fruity, floral aroma, that scent is part of the formula, not a separate fragrance claim.

The ingredient list points toward a rich, oil-based style of moisturizing rather than a conventional water-based face cream. The description mentions vitamins A, D, E, and K from the animal-based ingredients, but it does not provide percentages or a full breakdown of the herbal infusions. If you need to assess a specific ingredient or avoid a particular oil, those details matter. The use of tallow, cod liver oil, and emu oil also makes this a poor fit for vegan skincare preferences.

Everyday compatibility

The intended use is straightforward: daily facial moisture, including daytime wear and use under makeup. For example, it may fit into a morning routine when you want to apply moisturizer before getting ready, rather than saving a heavier balm for nighttime. Its lighter-texture positioning is relevant if you dislike a dense, waxy feel, though individual skin response can vary.

A solid pick if you want an animal-based balm with botanical oils and prefer a product described as makeup-friendly. You may want to skip it if you avoid animal-derived ingredients, dislike scented botanicals, or need detailed ingredient percentages before choosing a face product.

Usage tips

Start with a small amount and spread it over clean skin, giving it a moment to settle before applying makeup. That approach makes it easier to judge how the balm feels in your own routine without applying more than you need. The product description does not specify a skin type, application schedule, or tested results, so it is better to treat claims about softening, moisture balance, and radiance as intended benefits rather than guaranteed outcomes.

If you are sensitive to oils or botanical ingredients, check the complete ingredient information before use. This is a concentrated, oil-rich format, not a basic unscented lotion, and the blue tansy aroma may be noticeable to people who prefer fragrance-free skincare.

Questions before you buy

Can you wear it under makeup? The maker describes the balm as lightweight and suitable for daytime wear under makeup. Let it settle first and see how it works with your products.

What gives it its scent? Blue tansy oil is described as adding a fruity, floral aroma. The formula is also described as free of synthetic fragrances.

Where is it made? The balm is described as handmade in small batches in the maker’s Virginia studio.

Should you buy it?

Choose this balm if you specifically want a tallow-based face moisturizer with jojoba, herbal infusions, and a daytime-under-makeup use case. Its small-batch positioning and animal-based ingredient blend are central to the product, not incidental details. If you want a vegan, unscented, or conventional lotion-style moisturizer, another format will be a more natural match. The missing ingredient percentages and lack of stated skin-type guidance also leave less certainty for shoppers who need precise formulation details.