Tallowbourn's lip balm skips petroleum and fragrance and uses a short list of ingredients: grass-fed beef tallow, organic beeswax, virgin coconut oil and vitamin E. It comes as a three-pack of unscented 0.15 oz tubes.

Who it's for

A good match for people with dry or chapped lips who want a fragrance-free balm with a short ingredient list, and for anyone already using tallow skincare. The three-pack suits people who like to keep a balm in the car, in a bag and on the nightstand. Vegans will want a plant-based balm instead, since this contains both tallow and beeswax.

What we liked

Simple ingredients: tallow, beeswax, coconut oil and vitamin E, with no petroleum, flavoring or fragrance.
Unscented: a good choice for sensitive lips or anyone who dislikes flavored balms.
Three tubes: enough to stash one everywhere you tend to need it.

What could be better

Not vegan, since it contains beef tallow and beeswax.
Standard 0.15 oz tubes go quickly if you reapply often.

Key specs, explained

Grass-fed beef tallow: rich in fatty acids and fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K, which help soften dry lips.
Organic beeswax: forms a light protective barrier that helps lock in moisture on windy or cold days.
3 x 0.15 oz tubes: the standard lip balm size, easy to slip into a pocket.

Frequently asked questions

Q: Does it have a scent or flavor? No, it's unscented and unflavored.

Q: Is it greasy? The listing describes a creamy, non-greasy texture that stays comfortable for hours.

Q: Can it melt in a hot car? Like most beeswax balms, it can soften in high heat, so avoid leaving it on a dashboard in summer.

Should you buy it?

A clean, no-frills lip balm for people who prefer tallow-based skincare or want to avoid petroleum. The three-pack makes it easy to keep one within reach.

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