The Skinny on the Fatty (Acids)
Why Your Skin Loves This Fat-Packed Powerhouse
If you’ve ever wondered why our Face Butter and other Daisy Kings tallow products work so beautifully on your skin, the answer lies in something you can’t even see: fatty acids
I get that “fat” can sometimes get a bad rap, but when it comes to skincare, the right kinds of fat are not just good — they’re essential. Tallow, especially from grass-fed cattle, rich in skin-loving fatty acids that mimic the natural oils, sebum, in human skin. This means your skin recognizes it, welcomes it, and thrives with it.
Let’s get into the fatty details
The Lineup
Tallow contains a perfectly balanced profile of saturated and monounsaturated fats — just like our skin’s own protective barrier. Here are the key fatty acids that make it a skincare MVP:
Oleic Acid
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About: A monounsaturated fat that makes up 30-50% of tallow.
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Why Your Skin Loves It: Deeply moisturizing, penetrates the skin barrier easily and helps carry nutrients deeper. It’s perfect for dry, irritated, or aging skin that needs serious hydration.
Palmitic Acid
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About: A saturated fat, also found in high levels in youthful human skin.
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Why Your Skin Loves It: Palmitic acid helps form a protective layer on the skin, preventing moisture loss and protecting against environmental stress. It’s one reason tallow feels so nourishing yet non-greasy.
Stearic Acid
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About: Another saturated fat that makes up 15-25% of tallow.
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Why Your Skin Loves It: This one is a natural emulsifier and softener. It helps the skin stay smooth and firm by strengthening the skin barrier and improving texture.
Linoleic Acid
- About: An essential fatty acid that your body can't make on its own.
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Why Your Skin Loves It: Crucial for skin regeneration, linoleic acid helps fight inflammation, reduce acne, and support healing. It’s especially helpful for sensitive or blemish-prone skin.
Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA)
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About: A unique anti-inflammatory fatty acid found in grass-fed tallow.
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Why Your Skin Loves It: CLA has been shown to support wound healing and reduce redness. It also has antimicrobial properties, making it a powerful ingredient for acne-prone or reactive skin types.
Why Tallow Works With Your Skin, Not Against It
The fatty acids in tallow aren’t foreign to your body — they’re almost bio-identical to the lipids naturally found in your skin. This is why tallow-based products like our Face Butter don’t just sit on the surface. They soak in, nourish, and restore.
And unlike synthetic moisturizers that can block pores or throw your skin out of balance, tallow supports the skin’s own intelligence — its ability to protect, heal, and glow.
Final Thoughts: Don’t Fear the Fat
In the skincare world, not all fats are created equal. But when it comes to grass-fed tallow, the fatty acid profile is a match made in skin-heaven. It’s ancestral skincare, backed by science, and trusted by generations
