Seasonal Tallow & Beeswax Candle 16oz | Non Toxic Grass-Fed All-Natural Clean Burning
Couldn't load pickup availability
SMELLS LIKE
Christmas morning: A cozy holiday scent that smells like a Christmas tree warm spices and a little fireplace smoke Very classic Christmas Eve in a candle.
Santa’s cookies: Smells like fresh baked cookies of vanilla, butter, cinnamon sugar, spices, and warm bakery sweetness all blended together.
Amber sunset: A soft, warm amber scent with light florals. Clean, smooth, and cozy more perfumey and elegant than sweet.
A Candle Born from Kitchen Wisdom
Lady May Tallow's journey began in an unexpected place—our restaurant kitchen. While rendering beef fat for cooking, we discovered tallow's remarkable properties. Our hands felt softer, our curiosity sparked, and we began exploring traditional uses for this nutrient-rich fat. Candle-making was one of the oldest crafts we rediscovered, and this Seasonal Candle represents centuries of wisdom meeting modern, clean-burning standards.
The Art of Tallow Candle Making
Before paraffin and synthetic waxes, our ancestors relied on tallow candles for light and warmth. We've revived this time-honored tradition, blending premium grass-fed beef tallow with pure local beeswax to create a candle that burns cleaner, longer, and more beautifully than conventional alternatives.
What Makes This Candle Special
- Grass-Fed Beef Tallow & Pure Beeswax: A traditional blend that burns clean with minimal soot or smoke
- 16oz Generous Size: Long-lasting burn time for extended enjoyment
- Seasonal Scent: Thoughtfully crafted fragrance that captures the essence of the season
- 100% Natural Ingredients: No paraffin, no synthetic fragrances, no petroleum-based waxes
- Clean Burning: Produces negative ions that may help purify the air as it burns
- Hand-Poured in Small Batches: Each candle is crafted with care in the USA
- Restaurant-Quality Standards: We bring the same attention to detail from our culinary roots
- Non-Toxic: Safe for homes with children, pets, and sensitive individuals
Why Tallow & Beeswax?
Our restaurant background taught us to value quality ingredients. Grass-fed beef tallow creates a stable, slow-burning candle with excellent scent throw. When combined with beeswax—nature's perfect wax—the result is a candle that burns evenly, releases fragrance beautifully, and creates a warm, inviting glow without the toxins found in conventional candles.
The Clean Candle Alternative
Most commercial candles are made with paraffin (a petroleum byproduct) and synthetic fragrances that release harmful chemicals when burned. Our tallow and beeswax candle offers a pure, natural alternative that honors traditional methods while meeting modern expectations for quality and performance.
Seasonal Scent Experience
Each seasonal variation is carefully crafted to capture the mood and essence of the time of year. Whether it's the warmth of autumn spices, the freshness of spring blooms, the coziness of winter, or the brightness of summer, our seasonal scents create ambiance and comfort in your home.
Burn Time & Care Instructions
Burn Time: Approximately 60-80 hours depending on burn conditions
First Burn: Allow the candle to burn until the wax pool reaches the edges of the container (2-3 hours) to prevent tunneling
Wick Care: Trim wick to 1/4 inch before each use for optimal burn and minimal smoke
Safety: Never leave burning candle unattended. Keep away from drafts, children, and pets
Perfect For
- Anyone seeking non-toxic, clean-burning candles for their home
- People with sensitivities to synthetic fragrances or paraffin
- Eco-conscious consumers who value natural, sustainable products
- Gift-givers looking for unique, handmade, premium candles
- Those who appreciate traditional crafts with modern quality
- Creating cozy, inviting ambiance for any season
From Our Kitchen to Your Home
Every Lady May candle carries the story of our journey from restaurant to skincare to traditional crafts. We source only grass-fed tallow and work with local beekeepers for pure beeswax. Each candle is hand-poured in small batches, ensuring quality, consistency, and the personal touch that makes our products special.
Light a piece of history. Experience the warm glow of a candle made the way our grandmothers knew—with pure, natural ingredients and time-honored methods.
Unique Features & Benefits
- Sustainable Farming: We partner with farms that prioritize animal welfare and environmental stewardship, promoting a healthier planet.
- Small Batch Production: Each batch is carefully monitored to maintain consistency and exceptional quality.
- Wet Rendered: This traditional method preserves the tallow's natural nutrients and flavor, making it a superior choice for various applications.
OUR PROMISE
We want our customers happy! Our promise is to provide you with the best tallow products or your money back!
Learn More About Tallow
Our premium tallow is produced with care and dedication by a network of small, sustainable farms in the Southern United States. Each batch is crafted using the traditional wet rendering method, ensuring the highest quality and purity.
Tallow FAQs
What is tallow?
Tallow has been used for centuries in skincare. With bioavailable vitamins A, B12, D, E, K, and various fatty acids, tallow helps soften, moisturize, and revitalize the skin.
Do your products have a "beefy" scent?
We get this question all the time and while it is very valid, the answer is no!
We use a wet-rendering process for all of our tallow products. This completely purifies the tallow, leaving it odorless, while maintaining the key nutrients and benefits for your skin!
How much tallow should I use?
A little goes a long way with our tallow products. Start by using the size of a penny and see if you need more! Tallow will soak into your skin and leave your skin barrier deeply moisturized.
How should I store my tallow products?
Store your moisturizer away from light and drastic temperature changes.
To maintain its original texture, store your moisturizer in a typical temperature-controlled environment (68-74 degrees). Extreme temperatures can cause the tallow to harden in cold conditions or melt in warm conditions. If this occurs, there's no need to worry; the moisturizer is still usable, but know the texture may change.
Can I use tallow if I have oily skin?
Yes! When the skin is excessively cleansed and stripped of its natural oils, it tends to overproduce oil. Using a high-quality moisturizer, like whipped tallow, can help maintain skin's moisture balance and prevent excess oil production.
Can I use tallow if I have acne-prone skin?
Yes! The antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and skin-repairing qualities of tallow can greatly benefit acne-prone skin.
What are the uses for tallow skincare?
There are many uses for your tallow skincare products.
Our products can be used for moisturizing the skin (face & body), diaper rashes, and eczema/other skin irritations.
Is this product organic?
Our tallow boasts a clean label with no artificial ingredients. However, it is not certified organic.
What part of the cow does the fat come from? Is it suet?
The fat we use primarily comes from the kidney area and loins of the cow. This specific type of fat is known as suet, prized for its purity and quality. Our "nose-to-tail sustainable farms" ensure that no fat goes to waste, utilizing all parts of the animal for their unique benefits for a premium blend of beef tallow.
Are the farms sustainable?
Yes, the farms we partner with focus on ethical practices that respect both the land and the animals. Every batch of our tallow carries the promise of sustainability and a nod to generations past.
Does this product need to be refrigerated?
No, the product is shelf-stable at room temperature. However, you can refrigerate or freeze it if you wish to extend the shelf life. Refrigeration will make the product harder, but many bakers prefer this consistency for creating flakier crusts.