FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
What makes Homestead Life Goods different?
We focus on simple, natural, homestead-inspired products crafted with wholesome ingredients like grass-fed beef tallow. Our goal is to bring timeless, nourishing goods into modern homes.
Where are your products made?
All of our products are handcrafted at our facility in Spirit Lake, Idaho, in small batches to ensure quality and freshness.
Do you ship internationally?
We currently do not ship internationally
How long does shipping take?
Orders are typically processed within 2–3 business days. Delivery times vary depending on your location, but most U.S. orders arrive within 5–7 business days.
Tallow Based Products
Is Tallow Good For Skin?
Absolutely! Tallow is fantastic as skincare – the fatty acids are extremely compatible with the oil that our skin naturally produces.
This is why our skin is able to use and absorb tallow so effectively.
All of the fatty acids in tallow are beneficial for moisture retention and skin healing - which is why it makes a wonderful moisturizer for so many people, especially those with sensitive skin!
Does Tallow Smell Like Meat? Do Products Smell of Meat?
Natural, minimally-processed tallow does have a slight scent- it comes from an animal, after all!
However, when prepared properly, tallow will have a slight buttery, fatty scent that dissipates quickly once applied.
Once blended into a product the scent of the product normally covers any scent of the tallow and it is not noticeable.
Do you use "Trim Fat" in your Tallow based Products?
Never!
The tallow used in our products is made with pure suet fat, nothing else.
They do not add any other ingredients to their rendering process or to the finished product.
What products can be made with tallow?
Tallow is so versatile – you can use it any skincare formulation just like you would use shea butter, cocoa butter, or coconut oil.
It can be used neat or blended with liquid oils and then whipped to create an ultra-light whipped balm.
It can be infused with botanicals and medicinal herbs to create a healing salve.
You can use it to create luxurious, skin-smoothing lotions and creams.
You can add it to shampoo and conditioner bars for a dose of hair-loving moisture.
You can mix it with beeswax to create non-toxic, slow-burning candles.