The Tallow house
Our Story
We are a family run business in the southeastern United States, dedicated to crafting the cleanest luxury, natural skincare from our own goat milk and South Carolina raised tallow. Our work is guided by a love for the land, care for our animals, and a passion for using ingredients in their purest form. Every product we create reflects our commitment to quality and tradition.
What began as a small farm operation rooted in curiosity and a desire for simplicity has grown into a trusted source for luxury, handcrafted skincare. Inspired by traditional methods and enriched with modern, spa-quality standards, our products are designed to nourish the skin while honoring the ingredients and the farm that provide them.
Founder | Farmer
Rachael Herndon
Rachael is the founder of The Tallow House and steward of Southern Oaks Ranch + Dairy, where she leads a return to traditional, farm-based skincare rooted in nourishment and integrity. As a passionate farmer, educator, and maker with years of hands-on experience, her work is grounded in a deep respect for the land, the animals, and the time-honored practices that shape everything we create.
Rachael loves working with her hands and feels deeply blessed by the land she calls home, always striving to share the knowledge and goodness she has learned with others. This connection to the land is at the heart of her philosophy, guiding her approach to creating products that are simple, intentional, and rooted in real nourishment.
With a focus on skin as a living system, she works with nutrient-dense, whole ingredients that support the skin in a more natural way, bridging the gap between food and skincare through every formulation.
In addition to crafting each product, Rachael oversees all aspects of the farm and business, from production to education, while continuing to teach and share a more connected, sustainable way of living.
Director of Brand + Operations | Etsy Store Manager
Danielle Ward
Danielle serves as Director of Brand + Operations at The Tallow House, working closely alongside the founder to support the growth, presentation, and daily flow of the business. With decades of hands-on skincare experience, including developing formulations within her family, she brings both knowledge and intuition to every aspect of the brand.
Through her own journey, Danielle discovered the benefits of tallow firsthand and has been a passionate advocate for simple, effective, and thoughtfully sourced ingredients ever since. Her belief in ingredient integrity aligns deeply with the foundation of The Tallow House.
She oversees our Etsy platform while also supporting broader operations across the business, from product consistency and distribution to boutique and store expansion. Danielle plays an essential role in maintaining the quality, flow, and experience of the brand, often stepping in wherever needed to ensure everything runs seamlessly.
Known for her attention to detail and strong sense of accountability, she helps uphold the standards and integrity that define The Tallow House, while continuously contributing ideas that support the brand’s growth and evolution.
Agricultural + Ingredient Integrity | Product Development Steward
Chana Alvord
Chana works closely alongside the founder at The Tallow House, supporting the ongoing refinement, sourcing, and evolution of the ingredients used across our formulations.
With a background in nursing, including experience in labor and delivery and pediatrics, she developed a deep awareness of the impact that modern ingredients, environmental exposure, and processed living can have on the body—particularly during its most vulnerable stages. This perspective shaped her long-standing commitment to clean living and a return to simpler, more intentional inputs.
Her approach is rooted in her faith in the Lord and the belief that the body was intentionally designed, shaping her passion for supporting it through natural, thoughtfully sourced ingredients.
Within her role, she evaluates ingredient integrity, refines sourcing, and identifies opportunities to continually elevate the quality of our formulations. She conducts ongoing research, develops in-depth ingredient analyses, and helps guide decisions around the materials used in every product. In addition, she oversees third-party product testing, managing relationships with trusted laboratories to ensure our products meet the highest standards of quality, stability, and safety.
In addition to her work within the brand, she is a devoted mother and lives in Charleston, where she cares for horses and other animals. She also serves part-time with Doors to Freedom, a nonprofit dedicated to providing safe housing and restoration for survivors of human trafficking, reflecting her heart for service and restoration.
Her role within The Tallow House is both thoughtful and foundational, helping to ensure that every product continues to evolve with integrity, purpose, and a deep respect for both the body and the land.
Head of Marketing | Growth + Storytelling
Laura Krick
Laura leads brand and marketing at The Tallow House, working closely alongside the founder to shape how the brand is experienced, communicated, and grown.
Her journey into natural living began through her own search for healing after years of struggling with bloating, low energy, and anxiety despite trying conventional approaches. Discovering an animal-based lifestyle transformed her health and perspective, igniting a passion for helping others reconnect with a more intentional, grounded way of living.
Through her work, Laura brings both creativity and strategy to the brand, leading social media, content development, and overall marketing direction. She focuses on building a strong, recognizable voice while creating story-driven content that reflects the values and philosophy behind The Tallow House.
With a deep understanding of the natural and animal-based space, she plays a key role in driving growth while ensuring the brand remains distinct, elevated, and aligned as it expands.
NC Founding Partner
Hannah Mulla
Hannah brings years of retail management experience and a passion for artisanal skincare to her role. Her journey includes time in the Middle East, where she immersed herself in the world of camel milk soap, attending local markets, learning the language, and connecting with communities through her craft.
At The Tallow House, Hannah serves as the key distributor and local point of contact in North Carolina. She combines her business expertise with a deep appreciation for pure ingredients, helping share our mission and products with a wider community while ensuring every interaction reflects the care and integrity behind the brand.
Brand Ambassador | Columbia
Lauren LeGrand
Lauren brings both clinical knowledge and heartfelt intention to helping others find skincare that truly supports their needs. As a nurse, she values thoughtful, well-formulated products that promote healthy skin with integrity and simplicity. Her background allows her to guide others with care, ensuring each recommendation reflects both quality and purpose.
As a wife and mother of two, Lauren understands the importance of gentle, effective skincare that fits naturally into everyday life. She feels deeply grateful for the opportunity to connect people with products that encourage confidence while honoring the beauty they have been given. With a faith-centered perspective and a commitment to excellence, Lauren is passionate about helping others choose skincare that nurtures healthy skin through every season of life.