Tallow Soap Bar

Our Story

At Cattle Creek Mercantile, our journey began on our family farm in Ray, Ohio. When our young son’s eczema became so severe that every lotion and prescription failed him, we turned to the simplest solution we could imagine—tallow from our own grass-fed cows. Overnight, his skin began to heal. That moment inspired us to create skincare that’s honest, effective, and safe for even the most sensitive skin.

Pure & Simple Ingredients

Our Tallow Soap Bar is made with just four ingredients:

·Grass-fed beef tallow

·Lye

·Water

·Essential oils

We chose this simple formula because sensitive skin doesn’t need complicated chemicals—it needs pure, natural nourishment.

Why Tallow?

Tallow is a nutrient-rich, animal-based fat that closely mirrors the biology of our own skin. It’s packed with vitamins A, D, E, and K, plus essential fatty acids. Because of its natural compatibility with the skin, it absorbs quickly, delivering hydration and soothing irritation without the sting or burn common in synthetic or plant-based formulas.

That’s why it’s ideal for eczema, rosacea, psoriasis, dry skin, and other sensitive skin conditions.

The Result

A gentle, handcrafted bar that cleanses without stripping. Your skin is left soft, calm, and nourished. Thousands of customers return to this simple formula because it does what nothing else has—it soothes, heals, and restores skin naturally.

Our Mission

We believe everyone deserves relief from painful, stubborn skin conditions. That’s why we continue to handcraft small-batch tallow skincare on our farm, with the hope of getting it into the hands of those who need it most.

Measurements

Each bar has a volume of 3 oz and measures approximately 3.07” x 2.95” x 1.06”. Please note slight variations may occur due to our small-batch, handmade process.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What makes your soap different from regular soap? Our soap is made from grass-fed beef tallow, lye, water, and essential oils—nothing more. Tallow is rich in vitamins and fatty acids that closely match the skin’s biology, making it highly nourishing and gentle for sensitive skin.

2. Is this soap safe for sensitive skin and skin conditions? Yes. Because tallow is naturally compatible with human skin, it absorbs quickly without irritation. Customers with eczema, rosacea, psoriasis, and other conditions often find relief where other products have failed.

3. Does the soap smell like beef? No. Tallow is rendered and purified, leaving it odorless. We add essential oils for a light, natural fragrance, and also offer unscented options for ultra-sensitive skin.

4. Why do you only use four ingredients? We believe less is more when it comes to skincare. By keeping the formula simple—tallow, lye, water, and essential oils—we avoid unnecessary chemicals that can burn, sting, or irritate sensitive skin.

5. Where is your soap made? Every bar is handcrafted in small batches on our family farm in Ray, Ohio, using tallow from our own grass-fed cows.

6. Is your soap good for everyday use? Yes. Our Tallow Soap Bar is gentle enough for daily use on all skin types, including sensitive and dry skin.