Feel good in your skin – and what goes on it
Skincare made with ingredients you recognize. Start with Face Butter for soft, nourished skin after long days outside.
Your skin knows what to do
For years we've been told better skincare means more ingredients, more steps and more promises.
We believe the opposite.
Tallow is naturally similar to the oils found in your skin, so it works with your skin – not against it.
We pair it with carefully chosen ingredients that nourish, moisturize and protect, without the long, confusing ingredient lists.
Your daily skin essentials
Breathe Free Respiratory Tallow Balm
For calming and effective respiratory relief, fast
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Hydrating Face Butter with Essential Oils
Soft, nourished skin without the heavy finish
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Sun Armor Lotion
Enhances your face's skin texture and tone
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Bare Cashmere Essence Roll-On Oil
A warm essential oil scent, with notes of sandalwood and vanilla
Shop nowEvery ingredient earns its place
If an ingredient doesn't help your skin, it doesn't belong in our formulas.
From regeneratively sourced tallow to raw honey, extra virgin olive oil and botanicals, every ingredient is chosen with purpose – not because it sounds impressive on a label.
Your everyday skin routine
Skincare, but on your terms
Let customers speak for us
Haven’t had any friends try this one yet.
“Good product” is the feedback from my friends.
Feedback from my friends is that this is a good product.
Feedback from my friends is that this is a good product.
This by far is the best lip balm I’ve ever used! My lips are very soft and healthy looking! Product lasts long during the day. Love that ingredients are all natural and healthy!
They glide on lightly and the smell isn’t over powering. Perfect for the summer
I have tried almost all BTBF body butters. I truly like them all, but I keep coming back to my favorite, Sandalwood. My skin feels so good since I started using these butters and the scent of the sandalwood is so calming and comforting. It also pairs beautifully with their Bare Cashmere Essence roll-on oil.
I have been a BTBF customer for a while now. I love their products and their passion for what they do and what they believe in. Every soap is crafted and every jar is filled with consistent quality. Their shipping is fast and reliable, packaged with care. Read their blogs, try their wonderful products, you will be glad you did.
Skin loving and long lasting. Love all BTBF soaps but the sandalwood is my favorite.
I'd been looking for a masculine scent cologne without artificial ingredients and fragrances. This exceeded all my expectations. It has a great scent, it lasts, and it goes on smoothly. I've received several compliments for it. I will most certainly purchase it again!
This is my go-to sun screen lotion. It has great consistency, light scent, and goes on smoothly. It also lasts. I've had mine for over two summers. I would never go back to a sunscreen without ingredients like these.
It’s easy to apply and hours later my arms still feel lovely and silky
Loving it
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I haven't started this bar yet, but it smells amazing, not strong very light. If it is anything like the Dried Chamomile and Calendula soap bar, this will also be a regular purchase.
I first received a sample of this soap with my first order. I am amazed of how moisturizing this bar is! My skin is very soft. I also use this bar on my hair and WOW! the results are incredible! I have used other non toxic shampoo bars the last couple of years which were good, but this one is the absolute BEST! I have long curly/wavy graying hair and it has never felt so soft! Hair is shiny and very manageable for length. Great products!!
Shop by skin goal
We couldn’t find better, so we made it instead
Born to Be Free began with a simple belief: skincare should work without asking you to compromise.
So, we started making our own – by hand, at home, in small batches, with traditional ingredients and plenty of care.
Better skin can start simple
Made in small batches with simple, thoughtfully sourced ingredients and loved by customers who keep coming back.
FAQ
How should I store my products?
Products should be kept between 50°F and 70°F, away from direct sunlight.
Will the body/face butters make my skin greasy?
Our body and face butters are highly concentrated, so start with a small amount and add more as needed. This helps ensure your skin absorbs the product without feeling greasy. A little goes a very long way.
What does beef tallow smell like?
Beef tallow typically has a mild, neutral scent with a subtle sweetness.
Will tallow make me break out?
No, our products won’t cause breakouts. Beef tallow is non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores. It closely mimics the natural oils found in human skin, helping to balance oil production and support healthy skin. Additionally, its anti-inflammatory properties can help heal and prevent breakouts. For more information, read our blog on why tallow is beneficial for your skin.
Is the tallow grass-fed and grass-finished?
The cattle from which we source our tallow are primarily grass-fed. However, their diet does occasionally include non-GMO, non-commodity grains, which are harvested by the rancher to ensure proper nutrition. This balanced diet supports the health of the cattle and results in high-quality tallow for our products.
Are your products safe for babies?
Yes, our products are safe for babies. We suggest using the unscented versions for the little ones to ensure the gentlest care for their sensitive skin.
What is the shelf life of your products?
Our products have a shelf life of approximately 12 months, provided they are stored below 75°F and kept out of direct sunlight
Is the tallow in your products non-hydrogenated?
Yes. We use 100% non-hydrogenated, traditionally rendered beef tallow in all of our tallow-based products. It’s never bleached, deodorized, or chemically altered—just pure, nutrient-dense tallow the way nature intended.
What is your return/exchange policy?
Due to the specific nature of our products, we adhere to a strict no return, exchange, or refund policy. This policy is in effect immediately after an order is delivered and applies to all our items, including those that have not been used or opened.
We take pride in offering products with complete transparency regarding their ingredients. We strongly advise reviewing the ingredient list for each product to identify any potential allergens or scents you do not like, before making a purchase.
While we do not offer returns, if your order arrives damaged or compromised in any way, we are committed to making it right. Please contact us at nadja@borntobefree.info within 48 hours of delivery with photographic evidence of the damage, and we will provide a suitable solution to ensure your satisfaction.