Expert Debunks Viral Beef Tallow Skincare Trend: Why It Could Harm Your Skin

A recent viral trend promoting DIY beef tallow as a facial moisturizer has been debunked by Dr. Ingky, a chief scientist in the skincare field. The trend, which involves melting beef tallow with olive oil and honey to create a creamy lotion, is gaining traction among some users. However, Dr. Ingky warns against its use, stating, "This particular TikTok trend doesn't work for your skin." He explains that collagen molecules from beef tallow are too large to be absorbed by the skin and instead simply sit on the surface, offering no benefits. Furthermore, he highlights that olive oil, a common ingredient in these DIY recipes, is known to clog pores. "Beef tallow and olive oil both clog your pores," Dr. Ingky emphasized, "You're gonna get whiteheads, blackheads, and acne is gonna pop out." He strongly advises against attempting such homemade skincare solutions. "Please never ever do DIY beef tallow moisturizer. Just go buy a proper one," he concluded, advocating for scientifically formulated products over viral fads.