First impression? This cream has a surprisingly lightweight texture for something packed with beef tallow and beeswax. It glides on like silk and absorbs almost instantly - no greasy residue whatsoever. I use it as my morning moisturizer because it gives my skin that perfect hydrated-but-matte finish under makeup.
The ingredient list reads like a natural skincare lover's dream: grass-fed tallow, manuka honey, collagen, jojoba oil. My sensitive skin hasn't reacted negatively at all - quite the opposite actually. After two weeks of use, I've noticed my dry patches have completely disappeared.
Now about that scent... Yes, there is a distinct aroma when you first open the jar. To me it smells like an earthy honey with faint floral notes - not unpleasant, just unexpected for a tallow product. The scent disappears within minutes of application though.
Pro tip: The texture becomes even more luxurious if you warm it between your fingers first. I've been using it on my elbows and knees too - the hydration lasts through multiple hand washes thanks to that beeswax content.
Would I repurchase? Absolutely. Despite initial hesitation about putting beef fat on my face, this has become my go-to winter moisturizer for its unparalleled hydration without clogging pores.