Tallow & Black Seed Oil Clarifying Cream

Tallow has been used in cosmetics for over 5000 years due to its high compatibility with our skin. It is the most effective natural moisturiser. Tallow is full of vitamins A, B12, D, E, and K. A unique combination found only in animal-based products.

For our tallow we use the highest quality beef suet from grass-fed & finished, pasture-raised Irish beef. Sourced locally & raised traditionally on local farms using regenerative agriculture practices. This means no grains, antibiotics or hormones are given to cows but also no pesticides and synthetic fertilisers in the soil. Cows raised as nature intended.

At Ancestral Cosmetics, we clean and melt all our tallow in-house. We use only fresh suet, the purest fat from around the kidneys, sourced from Irish grass-fed, pasture-raised cows. Our full-time team hand-trims each piece to remove impurities before slowly rendering it in-house at low temperatures to preserve all the natural benefits of tallow.

This creates clean, skincare-grade tallow without the beefy smell or chemical treatments often found in industrial alternatives. This hands-on, high-integrity process ensures that every jar contains only the finest tallow, crafted specifically for skin.

Black seed oil, pressed from the tiny seeds of Nigella Sativa, has been used for centuries in Middle Eastern and North African healing traditions.

Rich in thymoquinone, antioxidants, and essential fatty acids, it helps calm inflammation, support skin repair, and strengthen the skin barrier. It’s especially effective for irritated, eczema-prone, or acne-prone skin thanks to its natural antibacterial and soothing properties.

Deeply nourishing but lightweight, black seed oil restores balance without heaviness, making it a powerful ally for resilient, clear, and healthy skin.

Black seed extract, derived from Nigella sativa seeds, delivers a concentrated dose of the plant’s most active compounds: especially thymoquinone, known for its potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects.

This extract helps calm reactive skin, reduce redness, and support the skin’s natural healing process without clogging pores or adding oiliness.

It’s particularly helpful for sensitive, acne-prone, or stressed skin, working beneath the surface to strengthen the skin barrier and promote clarity. In small amounts, black seed extract brings powerful balance and resilience to even the most delicate skin.

Raw honey is a natural humectant, which means it draws moisture into the skin and helps hold it there. But it goes beyond hydration - honey is packed with enzymes, antioxidants, and antibacterial compounds that support skin healing and calm inflammation. It’s especially helpful for soothing acne-prone or irritated skin, reducing redness, and promoting a healthy glow without heaviness.

In traditional skincare, honey has been used for generations to treat wounds, soften rough patches, and balance the skin’s microbiome.

Tell your We use our honey raw, mixing it gently at low temperatures to preserve all of its natural enzymes, antioxidants, and skin-healing benefits. That means the honey stay raw in final product.

Jojoba oil is a uniquely skin-compatible oil that closely mimics the natural sebum your body produces.

Rich in vitamins E and B, along with essential fatty acids, it helps regulate moisture, balance oil production, and support a healthy skin barrier without clogging pores.

Its naturally antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties make it ideal for calming breakouts, soothing irritation, and restoring softness to dry or sensitive skin.

Because it’s technically a wax ester, not a true oil, jojoba is incredibly stable, non-greasy, and well-tolerated even by the most reactive skin types. It’s a quiet powerhouse that keeps skin balanced, nourished, and resilient.

Beeswax is a natural skin protectant that does more than just sit on the surface, it locks in moisture while still allowing the skin to breathe.

Unlike synthetic occlusives, beeswax forms a light, breathable barrier that shields skin from wind, cold, and dryness without clogging pores. It’s naturally rich in vitamin A, which supports skin cell turnover and promotes healing, making it especially helpful for dry, cracked, or sensitive skin.

Beeswax also helps stabilize and preserve the texture of the balm, giving it a smooth, velvety finish that melts into the skin on contact.

From ancient times to modern skincare, beeswax has remained a trusted ingredient for soothing, protecting, and nourishing all skin types, especially when paired with deeply healing fats like tallow.

Chamomile is one of nature’s most soothing botanicals, cherished for centuries for its ability to calm both skin and senses.

Naturally rich in azulene and apigenin, it gently reduces redness, inflammation, and irritation, making it ideal for sensitive, reactive, or dry skin. Whether dealing with rashes, eczema, or post-sun discomfort, chamomile helps restore balance and comfort without harshness.

Its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties support skin healing at a cellular level, while its soft, floral aroma adds a quiet moment of calm to your daily ritual.

Chamomile is especially valued in ancestral remedies for its safety and gentleness, even for babies or delicate facial skin.

Clary sage is a calming, herbaceous essential oil distilled from the flowering tops of the Salvia Sclarea plant, traditionally grown in France, Bulgaria, and parts of the Mediterranean.

Known for its hormone-balancing and mood-soothing effects, it has long been used in both aromatherapy and skincare to bring the body and mind into equilibrium.

On the skin, clary sage helps reduce inflammation, regulate oil production, and calm breakouts or redness, making it especially useful for hormonal or reactive skin. Its soft, earthy aroma adds a layer of gentle clarity to your daily ritual, grounding both skin and senses.

Rose Geranium is a balancing botanical that brings both comfort and clarity to the skin.

Known for its ability to regulate oil, tighten pores, and calm irritation, it’s especially helpful for skin that’s prone to hormonal breakouts, redness, or imbalance.

Its subtle floral scent isn’t just uplifting, it gently supports the nervous system, offering a quiet emotional reset in the middle of your day. Traditionally used in herbal remedies for its toning and regenerative properties, rose geranium helps restore harmony to skin and spirit alike. It’s the kind of ingredient that makes your skincare feel like care, not just routine.