It's time to get to the truth about the booming tallow skincare industry. Why did tallow products explode in popularity? How can you spot fake or low-quality tallow balms online? And are many mainstream skincare products doing more harm than good?

Lily Wilmoth, founder of Hearth and Homestead, explains the science behind skin health, the importance of fat-soluble vitamins, and why ancestral skincare methods are making a comeback.

We dive deep into ingredient transparency, FDA loopholes, synthetic fragrances, and the growing movement toward regenerative farming and natural wellness.

And we break down some of of the most-loved products, including magnesium butter for sleep and restless legs, Aleppo soap inspired by ancient traditions, and a nourishing facial system designed to support the skin barrier naturally.

If you’ve ever wondered if “clean skincare” is truly clean — this episode will completely change the way you think about skincare.

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Key Takeaways From This Episode:

How to identify trustworthy small skincare brands

Why regenerative farming and ingredient sourcing matter in skincare

Why tallow skincare suddenly became wildly popular after 2020

The surprising differences between real tallow balm and cheap knockoffs

How misleading labeling in skincare can deceive consumers

Why many “clean” skincare products still contain questionable ingredients

The role fat-soluble vitamins play in skin health

Why animal fats may nourish skin differently than plant oils alone

How the skin microbiome impacts acne, eczema, and irritation

What magnesium does for restless legs, sleep, muscle tension, and stress

The fascinating history behind ancient soap

How over-cleansing may actually damage your skin barrier

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About Michelle Visser

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If you listen to any of the following shows, we're sure you'll love ours too! Ancestral Kitchen, Pioneering Today with Melissa K Norris, Simple Farmhouse Life with Lisa Bass, Pantry Chat with Homesteading Family, Sue's Healthy Minutes with Sue Becker, Old Fashioned on Purpose with Jill Winger, The Wildly Capable Show with Liz and Joey Haselmayer, ZOE Science & Nutrition, Maintenance Phase