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The simplest balm we make, now for your dog or cat. The Primal Tallow Paw & Nose Balm is made with 100% grass-fed, grass-finished tallow, cold-pressed organic olive oil and organic jojoba oil, with no essential oils, fragrance or synthetic additives. Rub a thin layer into dry, rough paw pads and a dry nose to soften and protect them from hot pavement, snow, salt and rough ground. A good pick for senior pets and active dogs whose pads take a beating. Three ingredients you can read, and nothing else.
Handmade in small batches in the United States, Canada and Australia with 100% natural ingredients and grass-fed tallow from local farmers, then shipped from the one nearest you.
100% Natural Ingredients
Tallow, Olive Oil, Jojoba Oil
100% Grass-Fed Grass-Finished Tallow
From local farms and naturally rich in vitamins A, D, E and K to soften dry paw pads and noses.
Cold-Pressed Organic Olive Oil
A natural moisturizer that helps keep dry paws and noses soft and comfortable.
Organic Jojoba Oil
Close to the skin's own oils, so it soaks in well and helps keep moisture balanced.
Why You'll Love This
Soft paws and a comfortable nose
Soft paws and a comfortable nose. Paw pads dry out and crack from hot sidewalks, winter salt, snow and long walks, and noses dry out in wind, sun and dry indoor air. Our grass-fed tallow is naturally rich in vitamins A, D, E and K. It soaks into dry pads and noses to soften them, then leaves a light layer that helps protect against the elements.
Just three ingredients. 100% grass-fed, grass-finished tallow, cold-pressed organic olive oil and organic jojoba oil. No essential oils, no fragrance, no beeswax, no petroleum and no synthetic additives. Many essential oils aren't a good idea around pets, so we leave them out completely.
Easy to use. Rub a small amount into paw pads and onto the nose once or twice a day, and before or after walks on hot or icy ground. It's firm in the jar and melts on contact. Give it a few minutes to soak in. A treat or a toy helps keep licking to a minimum.
Where to use it. Paw pads, noses, rough elbows and dry patches on dogs, cats and other furry pets. Keep it away from the eyes and don't use it on open wounds. It isn't for birds, since oil on feathers is harmful.
Handcrafted in the USA. Made in small batches with tallow from local farms, double-purified for a clean, neutral balm with only a faint natural scent.
It's made with only grass-fed tallow, organic olive oil and organic jojoba oil, with no essential oils, fragrance or synthetic additives. A little licking is expected. Apply a thin layer and distract your pet for a few minutes with a treat or toy so it soaks in instead of getting licked off.
Does it help cracked dog paws?
It softens dry, rough paw pads and helps protect them from hot pavement, snow, ice and salt. Use it daily during harsh weather. For deep cracks, bleeding, limping or swelling, check with your vet.
How often should I use it?
Once or twice a day works for most pets, and before or after walks when the ground is hot or icy. Results vary, so adjust to your pet. Stop using it if you see any irritation.
Can I use it on my dog's nose?
Yes. It's made for dry noses and paw pads, and it's handy on dry elbows and rough patches too. Keep it away from the eyes and don't use it on open wounds.
Will it make my floors slippery?
Use a thin layer and let it soak in for 5 to 10 minutes, or apply it at bedtime. Tallow absorbs well, so very little is left on the surface.
Can I use it on my cat or other pets?
Yes. With no essential oils, which are the main worry for cats, it suits cats' dry noses and paw pads. Use a very thin layer since cats groom more. It's fine for other furry pets too, but not for birds, since oil on feathers is harmful.
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.7 / 5 from 567 reviews.
Feels so clean and lasts. I use it religiously at bedtime especially.
Store owner replied:
Thanks David, so glad you’re loving the lotion! Also, that coffee setup in your video has us all craving a cappuccino now ☕
The first time I tried this and man I'm glad I did. Keeps my skin silky smooth and is not greasy. I love that it is grass-fed grass finish and handcrafted. Quality ingredients and great results!
Store owner replied:
Thanks, Lauren! So glad you gave it a try.
I have been using the face and body balm for a couple months now and I love how it absorbs into my skin and does not leave my skin feeling greasy as some brands do.
Store owner replied:
Thanks, Natalia! Glad you love it. We also improved our labels so they don't get wet with water or other liquids anymore.
I will be 80 next month and my skin has always been dry. Primal keeps my face moisture filled and the lines are less noticeable. I am on my second jar and I have plans to continue usage for a long time.
Store owner replied:
Thanks for the video, Valeria! Really glad you’re liking it.
The tallow cream doesn’t leave you feeling all greasy and provides far more moisture than commercial lotion. Tallow soaps leave you feeling clean without all the chemicals in regular soap. I’ve also tried other tallow soaps and only use the Primal now.
Store owner replied:
Thanks, Daniel! Really glad you love them.
Love it! I’ve had it for three weeks and use it every day. I can already tell it’s going to last me for months. I love that it not only keeps my lips hydrated, but I’m also getting vitamins A, D, E, and K!
This is my 3rd jar, and they last a very long time. Love this clean product. It blends into my skin beautifully and I get compliments about how good my skin looks all the time.
It's fluffy and light and spreads thinly, sinking into skin well. The only thing is the smell is a little strong for fave so I ended up using on legs amd chest more. I'm excited to get unscented for my face now! Thank you
I’m 61 I have super sensitive skin in addition to an auto immune that causes my body to react to many environmental, food and body care. This tallow feels wonderful on my skin
I started using this for my hair this month and I can’t believe how clean and great my hair looks and feels! Love this product and will continue to use it!
The face and body balm is so luxurious! I have the lavender scent. I absolutely love it! It is by far the best cream/lotion for my skin. My skin feels soft after using it and it lasts much longer than other products.
I have only had it for a few days but I have had no problem with my sensitive skin and its light but moisturizes my skin all day long which is way more than my previous face cream.
I bought this whipped tallow balm for myself, but my husband loved it so much he ended up taking it! He uses it on his face and bald head, and I use it on my face too. It doesn’t make me break out at all and leaves our skin feeling incredibly soft and nourished. We’re both obsessed!
Absolutely love these balms! This is my 3rd order, so decided to stock up for winter. The balm is very nourishing, high-quality and comes in lovely boxes. Highly recommend primal balms!
Store owner replied:
Thank you for sharing the photo ❤️
Absolutely love this. I will buy again. I also applied it to my son's hand, as you see on the photos he had some dark spots on his fingers. After 5-6 days, they were all gone. Thank you for this miracle balm ❤️
Store owner replied:
Thank you for sharing this with the community ❤️
I’ve been using the tallow face and body balm for several weeks now. For the past couple of winters I’ve had dry cracked and red skin on my left elbow. Since applying the balm on my elbow at night, it has visibly improved. It’s less red, cracked and feels alot smoother which you can see in the photos—top is before and bottom is today.
I’m sorry my elbow selfies aren’t very good! It’s hard to take the photo. If you’d like I can ask a friend or family member to take it for me.
Store owner replied:
Thank you, Sally. Our balms are made of 100% grass-finished tallow from Alberta, rich in vitamins A, D, E, and K to promote skin healing. Thank you for sharing this.
Took me 2 months to finish this 😍! I love this stuff! It smells great and is not greasy. I use it on my face and It makes my skin feel healthy and hydrated with no irritation or toxins. I love the whipped texture as well. You only need to use a little bit, so I know the jar will go a long way! Thank you
I'm a big fan of tallow balms. This one works best. So pleased with the results. My skin loves me and I feel as if I never broke out since the day I started using tallow! Also used it for my eczema and it worked wonders! 10/10
Hi, I’m Rina, the founder of The Primal Tallow Balms and Soaps. I made this balm for Benji, my sister-in-law’s dog. Calgary winters are rough on paws. Between the snow, the ice and all the salt on the sidewalks, his paw pads would get dry and cracked, and his nose was always rough.
We already had our tallow balm at home, so I made him his own version. Same 100% grass-fed, grass-finished tallow from local farmers, with organic olive oil and organic jojoba oil, and no essential oils or fragrance, since a lot of them aren’t a good idea for pets.
If it’s good enough for Benji, it’s good enough for your furry family too. I’m so excited to share it with you.
Rina Ahluwalia | Founder
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