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About La Vaca Apothecary

La Vaca Apothecary products are made from premium Wagyu tallow from Brenner Cattle Company’s 100% Full Blood Wagyu herd, based in Austin, Texas. Our founder, Elizabeth Brenner has always been interested in pure products free of parabens, preservatives and other synthetics that are hidden in many of the beauty products on the market. 

After looking into ways to minimize waste, Elizabeth was excited to learn about the incredible and numerous benefits of the centuries old tradition of using tallow has a skin care product. La Vaca Apothecary renders and purifies our Wagyu tallow several times to create a beautiful white and odorless product. We use only the highest quality ingredients, such as ethically and locally sourced Mango Butter from a sustainable co-op in India and the highest-grade essential oils. 

 

At La Vaca, we believe there is a better way to care for ourselves. Our products are personally handmade in small batches in Austin with love and care by Elizabeth. We love our products and know you will too!

-Founder Elizabeth Brenner

  • Jihae, Los Angeles, California

    "This balm is magic! My skin was in a rough shape from a month long travel and a renovation, but just a week of use and my skin feels restored. I tried everything and really nothing beats tallow at moisturizing and calming my skin."

  • Anna, Brooklyn, New York

    "These are truly phenomenal, beautifully crafted products. I didn't know much about tallow before, but now feel like I'm in on a secret just before it takes off. I have really sensitive skin and I've used the tallow on my face and body daily for nearly a month. Its helped to deeply moisturize and balance my skin, reducing redness, evening my skin tone, and just making me feel great and hydrated. The essential oils and scents elevate the tallow even further and turn my daily routine into a luxurious, daily ritual. I absolutely love the frankincense, orange and rosemary and the lavender. I've decided these are my go to gift from now on, and my friends are now hooked too. I have to also give the lip salve a shout out. I had a spring cold and they brought my dehydrated lips back to life, and are also just nice for daily moisture. I'm a true believer in these products and am inspired by all the love Elizabeth puts into each La Vaca bottle."

  • Willie, Stuart, Florida

    "In a world filled with chemicals, it's nice to find a clean product like La Vaca tallow that smells and feels good. Worked well on dry skin and chapped feet."

  • Barbara, Fort Worth, Texas

    "My favorite part of La Vaca Apothecary's tallow is the smell. Their lavender scent is delightful! I especially enjoy rubbing it in between my toes as an evening unwind. Highly recommend!"

  • Shelby, Albuquerque, New Mexico

    "I am in love with the La Vaca Wagyu Tallow skincare cream. Spending over half my year in NM, I've struggled to find products that make my skin feel moisturized and nourished, at least until now. Even with the dry conditions, and running our heater all winter, this product helped my skin to remain dewy, soft, and hydrated...a real first. A little goes a long way, and the jar has lasted longer than expected. I use it on my face, body, and recently found it very helpful on a trip to Sicily when I gorged on pasta and developed a gluten allergy resulting in mild eczema (ha! but seriously). The frankincense and orange scent is lovely, but in no way overpowering. I'll be using this as part of my skincare routine moving forward. Highly recommended!"

  • Kim, Austin, Texas

    "My skin is extremely dry so I need a product that's going to moisturize and keep my skin soft and hydrated. LVA does that and my makeup glides on and my face stays looking hydrated all day. I also love to smell the essential oils throughout the day. LVA is also fantastic for my rough elbows or as a light hand salve that doesn't leave me greasy."

  • Margaux, Austin, Texas

    "I have very sensitive skin and even some products designed for sensitive skin make mine react. La Vaca Apothecary Tallow Balm has become my new obsession. I use it on everything...face, hands, as lip balm, you name it. My skin can't get enough."

  • Samantha, Austin, Texas

    "Elizabeth is a longtime dear friend and I am so excited she is starting La Vaca Apothecary. I have eagerly followed along as she has perfected her homemade tallow balm. I've been using the balm for the last few months and absolutely LOVE it! it is truly amazing an makes my skin glow. I use it on my hands, elbows, on my kids, literally all over and have never felt so soft. It is truly a jar of heaven. I have reordered several times so I can give to friends and family-and they are obsessed too! The scents are subtle and yummy - my favorite is is the Frankincense, Sweet Orange and Rosemary. I put the lip balm on at night - a little goes a long way. I wake up with the softest lips!"

  • Beth, Austin, Texas

    "I have tried so many different moisturizers over time. This is the first one that actually feel like it is delivering results. I feel super hydrated after using it. It smells great and sinks into my skin. It is also amazing on dry elbows or anywhere else really. It takes very little product and goes a long way. I love it."

  • Cameron, Dripping Springs, Texas

    "It really is like no other moisturizer. I can definitely tell a difference in my skin since I started using this. I also love that I can use it for so many things - It's amazing."

  • Andrew, Wilmington, North Carolina

    "I'm a big fan of this product and wear it daily! It lasts throughout the day and is not greasy on my skin like other products I have used. The Balsam Fir scent is my favorite!"