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The holidays are all about spending time with loved ones but sometimes that notion can get lost in the presents and the money spent. I am a firm believer that we should not go into debt to show our loved ones we care. This Whipped tallow butter is the perfect way to show you care, without spending a tonne of money!
Who wouldn’t want to receive a light and fluffy tallow whip that smells just like the holidays? Pair it with this citrus pine lip balm and the peppermint mocha sugar scrub and you have the perfect gift set!
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This post is all about whipped tallow butter
New to working with tallow?
Why infuse gingerbread spices into tallow?
Infusing tallow with gingerbread spices isn’t just about creating a warm, nostalgic scent — it’s about bringing real skin-loving benefits to your natural skincare. When spices like ginger, cinnamon, and clove are infused into grass-fed tallow, they release powerful antioxidants and warming properties that help boost circulation, nourish the skin, and add a comforting holiday aroma.
Each spice plays a unique role:
Ginger stimulates the skin and can help promote a healthy, radiant glow.
Cinnamon has natural antibacterial properties and adds a gentle warming effect that feels soothing in cooler weather.
Clove contributes antioxidants and help to support overall skin wellness.
Combined with nutrient-rich tallow, which is naturally packed with vitamins A, D, E, and K, the infusion creates a deeply moisturizing balm or scrub base that both smells amazing and performs beautifully. The result? A cozy, skin-softening treat, perfect for gifting (or indulging yourself!) You deserve it!
How do I choose which oils to use?
The oils that you choose to use will largely depend on what type of skin you have as well as where you plan to use this tallow body butter.
Since these spices tend to be warming, I wouldn’t necessarily use this as a regular facial cream. This tallow balm is perfect to add subtle scent without the need for artificial fragrances like perfume.
All of that being said, we need to cover the comedogenic scale. The comedogenic scale tells us how likely an oil is to clog your pores. If you have oily, acne prone skin, stick to oils on the lower end (0-2) and if you have dry or mature skin, stick to oils in the 3-4 range. For scars, use oils in the 5 range. Let’s cover some common oils and their ratings.
Oils low on the comedogenic scale
There are quite a few low comedogenic oils but we are only going to cover the most common ones here:
Castor oil (it will make a slightly sticky final product)
Oils in the middle of the comedogenic scale
Here are the 2 main oils you might use that fall around a 2 or 3 on the scale.
Olive oil (a 2)
Avocado oil (a 2 or 3 depending on the source)
Oils high on the comedogenic scale
The 3 main oils that you are likely to come into contact with that are high on the scale (around a 4 or a 5 depending on the source) are:
What tools do I need to make body butter?
Beautiful jars- to keep it airtight, store and gift. These For Jars jars are the absolute best mason jars I have found. I highly recommend. (Use code “CALM10” for 10% off your order.)
Kitchen scale- I just have this basic model and it has served me so well!
Heat proof bowl- I like to use metal especially if I will be infusing my tallow for a few hours. The white bowls photograph better 😉
Spatula- for mixing and scraping the bowl
Hand mixer- for the fluffy and light texture
Ingredients for whipped tallow
To make a basic and beautiful whipped tallow recipe, you only need 2 ingredients:
125 grams of tallow (learn how to render your own here)
31 grams of a liquid carrier oil (it needs to be liquid to make the super fluffy texture)
Additional ingredients:
2-3 drops Cinnamon LEAF essential oil. Do NOT use cinnamon bark essential oil or whole cinnamon sticks in your tallow. It can be too harsh for skin (especially delicate face skin or any skin concerns.)
1 tsp of whole cloves (gently crushed before infusing)
1 tsp cardamom pods (gently crushed)
1/4 vanilla pod- split up the centre
1 tsp dried ginger chunks (fresh can cause your balm to go rancid)
How to make whipped tallow body butter
- Weigh out the tallow and liquid oils in your heat safe bowl. Add in the vanilla pod and other spices (not the essential oils yet.)
- Place the bowl on the double boiler (a pot filled with a few inches of water is perfect!- If you are infusing over long periods, make sure the water does not run out.)
- If you are infusing, leave the tallow on very low heat for 2-4 hours stirring every once in a while. (If you want a hands off approach to infusion check out this post!)
- When the scent is strong enough, remove the spices (you can strain through a fine mesh strainer but it does create more dishes. Sometimes I like to scoop the spices out onto a paper towel instead.
- Carefully remove the balm off the heat and pour it into your container to cool (in the fridge.)
- If you want a whipped balm, use oven mitts to remove it from the heat and place it in the fridge to harden.
- When it is just starting to solidify (going translucent around the edges,) add the cinnamon leaf essential oil and whip it up until it is light and fluffy. I like to use one beater as they can be difficult to wash. Place it back in the fridge.
- When the whip is fully solidified, whip it up one last time and then scoop or pipe it into your jar. Add a label and decorations (gifting suggestions down below.) You are ready to use!
Holiday gift customization
One of my favourite things about this gingerbread whipped tallow is how giftable it is. With its soft texture and warm, spiced scent, it feels like a little jar of Christmas comfort.
You can spoon it into small clear jars, then dress it up with:
A piece of twine and a cinnamon stick for a rustic touch
A kraft paper label with handwritten scent notes (“Gingerbread Whip”)
A sprig of pine or a tiny cookie cutter tied on top for something extra special
It’s a thoughtful, handmade gift that looks beautiful in a basket with other from-scratch items — like this lip balm, herbal tea blends, or bath soaks.
💛 Tip: Keep one for yourself — your skin will thank you all winter long.
If you like this tallow recipe...
If you’ve ever had a balm turn grainy or greasy, you’re not alone! Tallow can be a little tricky until you understand how it behaves.
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