There’s no denying that beef tallow—rendered, purified fat—is having a serious moment, particularly as a moisturizer. #beeftallow has garnered more than 131,000 videos on TikTok, as well as the endorsement of several content creators, like Nara Smith . So what’s the deal? And is it actually good for your skin?

I spoke to a dermatologist and sought out a firsthand account of its impact on your skin by someone well-versed on the topic: Ebey Sorenson, a 37-year-old apartment homesteader and mom of three boys, ages 7 to 11. Based in San Diego, Sorenson documents life in her kitchen and the community garden on her Instagram , and runs an online shop showcasing her creations. She’s been whipping up homemade tallow moisturizer for two years now, and below, she recounts her experience. I’

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