Our Story
Meet the Team
Cay
With a lifelong passion for natural skincare, Cay is dedicated to helping people achieve healthier skin through simple, wholesome ingredients. After seeing family and friends struggle with reactions to harsh chemicals, synthetic fragrances, and unnecessary additives found in many everyday products, she was inspired to create a better alternative. Believing that nature provides many of the best ingredients for healthy skin, Cay carefully formulates each product using pure, nourishing ingredients that work in harmony with the body’s natural processes. Her mission is to create gentle, effective skincare that soothes, restores, protects, and supports healthy skin—giving families confidence in products they can trust every day.
Shea
Shea has always believed that nature provides what our skin needs most. A true believer in the beauty of simplicity, she embraces a lifestyle centered around clean, natural living and values skincare made with honest, recognizable ingredients. She believes that less is often more, and her passion for pure, uncomplicated skincare helps guide our commitment to creating products that are gentle, effective, and made with integrity. Her dedication to quality and authenticity ensures every product reflects our philosophy of nourishing skin with ingredients you can trust.
Kira
Kira keeps us connected to the needs of the next generation. As someone who has experienced the challenges of stressed and problem-prone skin, she knows how important it is to trust the products you use every day. She plays an important role in testing new formulations and providing honest feedback, helping us create skincare that is gentle, effective, and true to our philosophy: Pure. Minimal. Effective.
Thank you for being part of our journey. We are honored to share our passion with you and hope our products bring comfort, nourishment, and confidence to your daily skincare routine
Live Free Tallow was born out of necessity — and love.
When my daughter developed severe allergies to nearly every over-the-counter skincare product, I knew there had to be a better way. I set out to create something simple, clean, and truly nourishing — free from synthetic ingredients and gentle enough for even the most sensitive skin.
As I began formulating, I realized this need extended far beyond my own home. Close friends and family were struggling with all kinds of skin concerns, each searching for products that wouldn’t cause irritation. What started as a solution for my daughter quickly became a passion to help others.
For decades, I’ve taken pride in caring for my skin, always valuing quality ingredients and mindful routines. Live Free Tallow brings that philosophy to life, blending time-honored, natural ingredients with an unwavering commitment to purity. Every jar is made with intention, care, and the belief that skincare should be simple, clean, and truly supportive of your skin’s natural balance.
— Caylene, Owner & Founder
Our Philosophy
We source only from the hills of New Hampshire, where farmers have spent generations protecting their skin from harsh weather, bacteria, and constant environmental stress. If tallow is good enough for them, it has truly proven itself. In a modern world full of toxins coming from every direction, we believe that what goes on your body should be pure. By utilizing grass-fed tallow, we tap into a bio-available source of nourishment that mirrors the natural oils of your skin — skincare that is good for the whole family.
Crafted with Intentions and Integrity
At Live Free Tallow, founder Caylene infuses every product with decades of personal insight and a deep understanding of the skin’s intricate needs. Moving far beyond generic, one-size-fits-all solutions, she meticulously researches and customizes each blend. Tallow does the heavy lifting for nourishment, while carrier oils are tailored to specific needs and serve as the vehicle for therapeutic-grade essential oils that further enhance every formula.
- A Mission-Driven Approach: What began as a mother’s personal quest has grown into a wider, healing initiative for the community and the whole family.
- Extensive Botanical Research: Deep dives into nature’s remedies allow us to effectively target diverse, complex skin concerns.
- Formulations: We merge heritage-inspired ingredient profiles with modern personal needs and preferences.
- End-to-End Dedication: Uncompromising attention; from farm sourcing, rendering, customizing each small batch and ending with the finished product, we care about the quality of every jar.
Your Skin, Our Priority
We recognize that your skin tells a highly individual story, with needs ranging from soothing chronic dryness and sensitivity to revitalizing mature complexions. Each Live Free Tallow collection is thoughtfully formulated to deliver profound relief and restorative health, empowering you to reclaim your comfort and confidence through nature’s most exquisite provisions.
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