Beef Tallow Soap

Beef Tallow Boerseep: Proper Farm Soap, Made the Old Way

Boerseep is a South African tradition: a no-nonsense, hard-working soap bar made from beef tallow. Our handmade tallow soap brings simple heritage to your basin, shower and kitchen sink. It makes a rich, creamy lather, leaves skin feeling clean and comfortable, and the bar lasts far longer than the supermarket kind.

Tallow has been used in soap-making for generations because it makes a dense, long-lasting bar. Ours is made with local beef tallow, water, lye and essential oils with no unnecessary extras.

Choose Your Boerseep

• Plain: Pure and unscented. The classic, ideal for sensitive noses and everyday use.
• Activated Charcoal: A deep-cleansing bar with a smooth, earthy feel. Popular for face, body and after a day in the garden or workshop.
• Lavender: Soft floral fragrance for a calming evening wash.
• Lemongrass: Fresh, zesty and up-lifting. Great for mornings and the kitchen.
• Eucalyptus: Crisp, clean and invigorating. A natural fit for the shower.
• Multipack (5 quarter bars): One of each variety. The easiest way to find your favourite, or stock up for the whole household.

A Proper Big Bar

Each boerseep bar is hand-cut, so every bar is slightly different. They average about 400g, which is two to three times the size of a standard shop-bought bar. That’s a lot of soap, and you can cut it in half to share, gift or make it last even longer.

Why You’ll Love It

• Handmade in South Africa
• Rich, creamy lather
• Long-lasting, hard-wearing bar
• Traditional tallow recipe with a short, simple ingredient list
• Five options to suit every preference
• Great for hands, body and shower, kitchens and counters, pets, stubborn stains and a thoughtful gift

How to Use and Care for Your Bar

Lather in wet hands or on a cloth and rinse well. Keep your bar on a draining soap dish between uses so it dries out and lasts longer. Store unused bars in a cool, dry place. Natural handmade soap may develop slight colour or surface variation over time. This is normal.

FAQ:

What is boerseep?
Boerseep is traditional South African farm soap, historically made from rendered animal fat. Ours uses beef tallow.

Why do the bars vary in weight?
Each bar is cut by hand from a larger block, so sizes vary between roughly 350g and 500g, averaging about 400g. Every bar is a generous size.

Is tallow soap suitable for the face and body?
Yes, many people use tallow soap on their face, body and hands. If you have very sensitive skin, try the plain bar first or do a patch test.

Does it contain animal products?
Yes. It is made with beef tallow and is not vegan.