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Over 100,000 New Zealanders have tried PrimalCare tallow balms. Read their honest reviews and find out why they're NZ's most-loved natural skincare.

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PrimalCare by PrimalPantry is New Zealand's highest-rated range of tallow balms, used by over 100,000+ customers for eczema, dry skin, ageing, and everyday moisturising.

In their own words

What NZ customers say about our tallow balms

"My adult son has terrible eczema most of his life...this has been a game changer! We're now trying the shampoo...I personally love the face balm too—it's like soft silk on my skin and I've been getting regular compliments at work."

Debbie F. — ★★★★★

"I have been using tallow for five years now. Its a game changer. Those over priced moisturisers are a waste of money and full of ingredients that do nothing and are likely harmful."

Josie A. — ★★★★★

"The first time I've ever felt fully 'covered' for my fussy ever changing season by season skin. I will always support local and it's such a bonus that this just happens to be the best thing I've ever used. Customer for life!"

Polina D. — ★★★★★

"I love this! The smell is so fresh, and it's just the best. I use the other tallow at night, but was struggling during the day as it felt greasy and was making my hair greasy. But this light day cream is the bomb!"

Tracy G. — ★★★★★

"Truly amazing stuff! I've ordered 3 times already, I use it for myself as moisturizer and has made a more noticeable change in under eye lines than any fancy anti aging product I've ever brought, and for my 1 year olds eczema."

Taysha C. — ★★★★★

"Highly recommended for humans and fur babas, 1 application and my baby's are relaxed and itch free. I had eczema under my arm, and couldn't use regular deodorant, 2 days of applying Tallow Natural Deodorant and the rash is nearly gone."

Liss S. — ★★★★★

"I don't often give reviews on products but this one I have to....I've noticed a huge improvement in my skin; face and back of hands (showing signs of aging). Will never again spend a fortune on other products, this is now my forever skincare."

Jackie J. — ★★★★★

"Honesty a life saver for my boy with eczema he had it really bad having to go to skin specialist trying all different things from doctors and lots of different nature creams and tallow is the only thing that actually works."

Rose A. — ★★★★★

"Morning one smells like ylang ylang, and the night one smells like chocolate and orange. Both feel amazing, having a mousse like consistency. These two are my absolute favourites. The best part is you only use a very small amount."

Dianna M. — ★★★★★

"Has made such a great impression so quickly! Fine lines are disappearing, and my skin glows. I've only had it for a couple of weeks, but it's actually doing what it promised ... even though nothing else I've tried has done what said it would."

Kristie J. — ★★★★★

"Absolute winner... hubbys face rash disappeared overnight (it's been bothering him for yrs)... both our skin soft and glowy... this is going to be a repeat purchase for a long time to come! Highly recommended folks."

Tania B. — ★★★★★

"I've brought 6 jars and got friends using it 2, i highly recommend this i have not had 1 pimple in 2 months , no itching, no dermatitis, just glowy skin that feels amazing, i cant wait for everyone else to feel the goodness."

Nicola D. — ★★★★★

"Kia ora! I wanted to say, my 5 year old daughter has eczema and it was so incredibly severe that she now requires immuno suppressing medication to treat it. We absolutely LOVE the beef tallow for her skin. We are so grateful to have found an amazing product."

Kerah K. — ★★★★★

"I have a trial tub of the manuka/vanilla one, for the patch of eczema I've had since November. Not only is it healing, it is not as itchy & not spreading like it was. To find it's also made in Christchurch, is such a bonus!"

Michelle V. — ★★★★★

"I had severe psoriasis on my scalp and I religiously use the tallow shampoo bar and my scalp is so healthy and not itchy anymore! I barely get any flare ups anymore.. I will try this liquid shampoo next."

Alex C. — ★★★★★

"I think these guys may need to reconsider the limited edition part. I received my order the next day and tried the night one and love it. The texture is mousse like and it seems less greasy than their other tallows ive used."

Janine R. — ★★★★★

"On my second lot now and I honestly love these. I've got really sensitive skin and have tried creams from everywhere, but most caused breakouts or irritated my skin. These are the only ones that have actually worked for me."

Mia C. — ★★★★★

"I use the Manuka/Vanilla and it's the best moisturiser I've ever used especially since menopause. I got the blue tub for my teenage granddaughters and it's definitely helped with their hormonal skin as well - thank you GREAT JOB GREAT PRODUCT PRIMALPANTRY."

Keriana S. — ★★★★★

"It is the best moisturizer for my hands - I suffer with contact dermatitis, and it's more severe in winter. Since switching to the primal pantry tallow my skin has no new cracks, no new bleeding, and its not tight and sore."

Bridget H. — ★★★★★

"Best stuff for my scalp ever, i get dermatitis in my head amd at day 3 after washing my head is itchy but not this stuff at all. Thank you Primalpantry for making the best products you guys rock!!"

Danielle P. — ★★★★★

"I've been using it for a few weeks now and was surprised to not experience any breakouts. My skin is usually so sensitive, any changes in skin care set it off. I believe my skin is loving it."

Mara L. — ★★★★★

"I don't have any skin conditions but liked the fact its natural, use it on my face at night and definitely see the benefits, my skin is less tight which so many moisturisers and face washes do ...also use eye balm and lip balm love these!"

Adele E. — ★★★★★

"I am amazed! Bought this for the 1st time and used it on our sons face - he had a little scooter accident and grazed his chin & nose (thankfully wearing a helmet saved his head). We started applying it the day after on a Monday and by the Thursday the improvement was phenomenal."

Tamaryn G. — ★★★★★

"Great natural product, the only facial moisturizer i use. love that its natural and a reasonable price, and made locally. My daughter also uses it and it helps my grandsons dry skin condition enormously."

Raelynn M. — ★★★★★

"I haven't even had mine jar a week and I am loving it and noticing such a difference in my skin. I have been telling everyone who comes into the house to try it because I think it's so amazing. I'll be ordering more for sure!"

Shelley P. — ★★★★★

"Absolutely beautiful! It's my second day using this amazing product, my skin feels super soft, and it's wonderful to know it's ingredients are natural. Thank you team, for creating this incredible skincare range. I'm looking forward to trying your other products!"

Keri M. — ★★★★★

"I have really bad burning scalp from fibomlega and Coeliac disease and this shampoo and conditioner is a god send. It settled it so much I hardly notice now wouldn't go back to anything else now."

Bernice M. — ★★★★★

"Straight away I noticed a difference. I've been using daily for about a year now. Always complimented how great my skin looks. I am creeping closer towards the 50's club."

Aqua A. — ★★★★★

"I have been using this product for quite a while now and absolutely love it. My first purchase was the Vanilla / Rose and have continued to purchase this one until a couple of weeks ago when i decided to get the limited edition products and I have to say they are fabulous."

Vicki R. — ★★★★★

"I started using it over a year ago when my daughter suggested it as I have had rosacea for a long time and it was getting worse. Since using the Tallow it has gone completely. I find it really good. All the redness has gone across my nose and have since recommended it to a few friends."

Louis B. — ★★★★★

"I have been using this product and I love it I'm 65 I just love the way my skin feels so hydrated and softer you can really feel it soaks in my fav is vanilla and rose."

Toni M. — ★★★★★

"Highly recommend very nice shampoo and conditioner. Best part don't strip those natural oils. Left my hair so soft. Yes I am actual person and customer."

Pauline F. — ★★★★★

"My husband recommended tallow and I have been using it for almost a year now for the eczema on my hands and its amazing i highly recommend it."

Amelia M. — ★★★★★

"Great stuff. Has helped two friends with dry cracked hands. One a gardener the other a cleaner working with chemicals. Myself helped with dry feet and a small crack in my heal."

Sue M. — ★★★★★

"I've been using your products for a few months now - I slipped sideways and tried a competitors product but soon slipped right back as your product is far superior, thank you."

Jules W. — ★★★★★

"I'm trialing the shampoo bar, gosh easy to use..squeaky clean hair..no juggling slippery bottles or the amount to use, or reading the labels..if 'shampoo or conditioner'.easy to pack in the suitcase it..no spills!!"

Carol P. — ★★★★★

"I've got the frankincense, lavender and manuka. You get a hint of tallow from the frankincense... Not from the others. It leaves your skin so soft.... Lurve it."

Penny R. — ★★★★★

"Absolutely love this stuff !!! Got it for me, then after saw how good it is for kids eczema, so now I'm just using it on my toddler and it's amazing !!!"

Jenna M. — ★★★★★

"Hey I use tallow and I introduced it to my sister she started using it and it has cleared up her pimples , I don't get as much as I used to as well it's pretty good."

Krystal Q. — ★★★★★

"I have this, next time I'll buy one with a scent but it is awesome stuff. No moisturiser works like this stuff. Great for feet too. Highly recommend."

Kellie M. — ★★★★★

"I'm on my 7th jar of lavender scented.....so very good for dry scaly skin....love the idea of a big jar. Any progress with making it with sun screen included??"

Shirley S. — ★★★★★

"Love your product my husband and I both used highly recommend it I will keep buying for my grandkids as they have eczema."

Kelera T. — ★★★★★

"Loving this. I apply in the morning and before bed. I have a skin condition and now my face looks so much better. I recommend this product."

Janice F. — ★★★★★

"Love your products...Ive ordered the three in one pack. So soothing on dry skin and hands. I love all the scents - especially the lavender. Thank you."

Niumi W. — ★★★★★

"I have been using this for a couple of weeks and it has done wonders for me. I only have slight dry skin on my face but it has worked extremely well."

Russell B. — ★★★★★

"It works great. I have tried all sorts of stuff for my flaky scalp. Nothing has worked as good as this. Noticed the difference in a matter of day's."

Micheal A. — ★★★★★

"I love this product I use it at night after my shower and in the morning before I put on my foundation would recommend it to anyone."

Joanna J. — ★★★★★

"You only need a very tiny amount, the smell disappears instantly leaving your skin fantastically soft and glowing..."

Heidi E. — ★★★★★

"I love this product. My 92yr old mum is in hospital w a broken neck - I soothe some of this onto her face. She loves it, too. Lovely fragrance."

Cathy S. — ★★★★★

"By far the best product I have used on my thick hair, I have used and tried countless shampoo like everyone and nothing compares."

Che C. — ★★★★★

"Received mine last week. I actually saw the difference pretty much straight away. Great product to date. Will report back in 3 weeks."

Katrina C. — ★★★★★

"I have tried so many brands of moisturiser have never looked back since this came on the market. I love it."

Louise P. — ★★★★★

"I love it. On my 5th jar and my skin is looking great, got a nice glow although still have the wrinkles on my top lip."

Lynsie F. — ★★★★★

"This stuff is by far the best natural product that does what it says it does on the market today. Nothing compares."

Ron L. — ★★★★★

"The best I ever had. My hair and scalp is super clean and my hair healthy and shining. Keep it up Primalpantry."

Mathilda H. — ★★★★★

"I have all your products and so I mix it up. Everyone comments on my skin and my hubby thinks I'm aging backwards."

Tracey J. — ★★★★★

"So after 2 months (I fog it nightly) I have just noticed my broken capillaries have almost completely disappeared."

Denise L. — ★★★★★

"This has been life changing for my skin. My eczema is clearing up. Love love love this tallow."

Lynsey Z. — ★★★★★

"This stuff is amazing. It stopped me from getting pimples. I stopped using it for 1 week and pimples came back."

Stacey T. — ★★★★★

"I've been using this as my night moisturiser the last 6 weeks or so. Definitely my new favourite."

Cerise A. — ★★★★★

Trustpilot verified reviews

Life changing for my daughter's eczema — "My 21 year old daughter has atopic eczema all over her body. Had tried every treatment available in NZ including chemotherapy with no success. After two weeks of using Tallow PrimalCare, her body started to heal. She stopped using steroids, other ointments, and medication. It is expensive but the results are amazing."

★★★★★ Trustpilot

My heels haven't looked this good in 20 years — "Used tallow on my heels for just a week and it's made a significant difference. They've softened to look and feel like they did 20 years ago. Highly recommend."

★★★★★ Trustpilot

3 years of doctor visits, tallow finally worked — "3 years of going to the doctor and getting cream that was feeding the problem. Bleeding and cracked hands and feet. Tried tallow and saw a big difference. Recommend 100%."

★★★★★ Trustpilot

Gold moisturizer exceeded expectations — "The gold moisturizer and lip balm totally exceeded expectations. The raspberry lip balm is the first lip treatment that actually worked."

★★★★★ Trustpilot

No more crusty eyelids — "My daughter used the eye cream and balm on facial eczema. Skin started to improve — no more crusty eyelids and patches are clearing."

★★★★★ Trustpilot

Instant moisture and nourishment — "Tried the sensitive pack and the lavender & vanilla rose scents. Instant feeling of moisture and nourishment upon application. True to its advertising."

★★★★★ Trustpilot

Fast delivery, lovely product — "Lovely product and great systems re communication. Fast and efficient delivery. Christchurch based."

★★★★★ Trustpilot

Verified buyers

"Love it, my sis bought me a small one to try and I had to buy 3 large jars. So nice."

Steph · Verified Buyer — ★★★★★

"Love this stuff, only tried but it works. My boys have eczema and this helped ease the itching and smells so good. I'll definitely be buying some more."

Whakaaro · Verified Buyer — ★★★★★

"My skin loves the unscented one!"

Tracy · Verified Buyer — ★★★★★

"It smells so nice and is smooth on my skin!"

Nya · Verified Buyer — ★★★★★

"Thank you for the quick delivery of my purchase. I love the product and can't wait to tell my friends about it. All the best."

Margaret · Verified Buyer — ★★★★★

"Greatly appreciated. It's fantastic stuff. Will try and order some more soon."

Verified Buyer — ★★★★★

Tallow Balms — Frequently Asked Questions

Are tallow balms good for skin conditions like eczema?

Yes. PrimalCare tallow balms are used by thousands of NZ customers with eczema, psoriasis, dry skin and rosacea. Grass-fed beef tallow is rich in fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K, and closely mimics the skin's own sebum. Many customers report visible improvement within 2–4 weeks.

What do customers say in their tallow balm reviews?

PrimalCare tallow balms hold a 4.7-star average across 2,400+ verified reviews. Customers most commonly highlight relief from eczema and dry skin, softening of cracked heels, improved skin texture, and suitability for sensitive skin including babies and children.

Which tallow balm is best for my skin type?

PrimalCare offers tallow balms for different skin needs: the original balm (all-purpose), the honey balm (eczema and reactive skin), the tallow serum (anti-ageing), and the tallow cleanser (gentle face wash). Browse the full range to find your match.

Are PrimalPantry tallow balms made in New Zealand?

Yes. All PrimalCare tallow balms are handmade in Christchurch, New Zealand, using grass-fed NZ beef tallow and natural botanical ingredients. They contain no synthetic preservatives, parabens, or petrochemicals.

How long does it take to see results from tallow balms?

Most customers using PrimalCare tallow balms report noticeable improvement within 1–2 weeks. For chronic conditions like eczema or psoriasis, 4–8 weeks of consistent use typically produces the most significant results.

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