Tallow
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Beef Tallow, Animal Fat
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Clean
Adeps Bovis (EU),Beef Tallow,Mutton Tallow,Tallow, Beef,Tallow, Mutton
CAS #
61789-97-7, 129521-65-9
Form
Wax
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Tallow, rendered beef or mutton fat, has been used in skincare and soap-making since medieval times and was a primary ingredient in cold creams and salves through the 19th and early 20th centuries. It was historically valued for its emollient and protective properties before being largely replaced by plant oils and synthetic alternatives.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR