At The Shepherd’s Gold, formulation is never an afterthought.
Every ingredient we use is chosen with intention - not for trend, marketing appeal, or excess, but for how it serves the skin. We believe understanding why something works matters just as much as knowing what it is.
This space exists to share that understanding.
Here, we explore the ingredients behind our products, the traditions that shaped them, and the research that helps us use them wisely today. Our approach is rooted in respect for the body, for creation, and for the knowledge passed down through generations.
Understanding Tallow & Ingredient Science
What is Tallow?
- Tallow is rendered animal fat, most commonly from beef or sheep
- Rendering purifies the fat, removing impurities and leaving a clean, stable lipid
- Historically used for skincare, healing balms, and protection in harsh climates
Why Tallow Works With Skin?
- Human skin is made up of lipids (fats)
- Tallow contains fatty acids similar to those naturally found in the skin barrier
- This compatibility helps support moisture retention and barrier function
Sheep Tallow vs. Beef Tallow
- Naturally softer and lighter in texture
- Often better tolerated by sensitive or reactive skin
- Absorbed quickly, non‑greasy, with a neutral or no scent
How Sheep Tallow Changed My Skin
