Bath and Body
SOFT WHIPPED TALLOW CREAM
Nov
SOFT WHIPPED TALLOW CREAM
A simple, minimal-ingredient moisturising balm
This recipe creates a softer, lighter and more spreadable alternative to traditional whipped tallow butter. It uses only two ingredients.
Formula – 100g
| Ingredient | Percentage | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Beef Tallow | 60% | 60g |
| Sweet Almond Oil | 40% | 40g |
| Total | 100% | 100g |
Ingredients
- Beef Tallow (A-Grade) – 60g
https://funwithsoap.co.za/product/beef-tallow-a-grade- 5kg/ - Sweet Almond Oil – 40g
https://funwithsoap.co.za/product/sweet-almond-oil- 250ml/
Equipment
- Digital weighing scale
- Heat-resistant jug or bowl
- Double boiler
- Hand mixer
- Spatula
- Clean, completely dry cosmetic jar
Method
Step 1: Melting
Weigh the beef tallow into a heat-resistant container.
Melt gently using a double boiler. Avoid overheating.
Step 2: Mixing
Remove from the heat and add the sweet almond oil.
Stir thoroughly until both oils are completely combined.
Step 3: Cooling
Place the mixture in the refrigerator for approximately 15–25 minutes.
Check every 5 minutes.
You are looking for an opaque mixture with a soft, thickened consistency, similar to softened butter. It should not be completely solid.
Step 4: Whipping
Remove from the refrigerator.
Using a hand mixer, whip for approximately 2–3 minutes until the mixture becomes lighter and creamy.
Scrape down the sides of the bowl and whip for another minute if necessary.
If the mixture is still too runny, return it to the refrigerator for another 5 minutes before whipping again.
Step 5: Packaging
Transfer into a clean, completely dry cosmetic jar.
Allow it to settle before closing the lid.
Formulation Notes
- For a softer product, experiment with 50% tallow and 50% sweet almond oil.
- For a firmer product, increase the tallow percentage.
- Sweet almond oil provides a lighter, smoother feel than castor oil.
- The final consistency will vary depending on the type of tallow and ambient temperature.
Preservation: This is an anhydrous (water-free) formulation, so a conventional water-soluble preservative is generally not required. However, use clean, dry equipment and packaging, prevent water from entering the jar and protect the product from heat and contamination. A preservative-free product is not automatically immune to microbial contamination.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Refrigeration can help maintain consistency in warmer weather.
Important: This is a whipped oil-based balm, not a true lotion. A genuine lotion requires water and an emulsifier.
