About Us

HEFR LABS: Our Inspiring Journey to Clean, Effective Skincare

Our story began after college, plagued by years of unhealthy eating and skincare habits. The consequences of this neglect manifested as persistent acne on our faces and backs. Recognizing the root cause lay in our diet, we transitioned to a more wholesome, animal-based, whole-food approach, improving our overall health significantly. Yet, our skincare routines remained unchanged, featuring popular skincare brands loaded with unpronounceable ingredients.

This realization propelled us into a quest for a skincare regimen aligned with Mother Nature's intentions. Our investigations exposed the harsh reality: our daily face washes and moisturizers were packed with artificial colors, fragrances, and toxic synthetics known to disrupt hormones. No wonder our skin was perpetually inflamed and prone to breakouts.

The skin, being the body's largest organ, absorbs whatever we apply to it. We had addressed our internal health, but we were still coating ourselves with harmful chemicals daily. It became evident that we needed an alternative.

Discovering the remarkable benefits of tallow marked a turning point. We started experimenting with tallow-based face washes and moisturizers from various companies, noticing significant improvements in our skin's health. However, skepticism lingered. Were these companies truly dedicated to skin well-being, or were they driven by profit margins?

Our questions led us to the decision to create our own skincare products, meticulously ensuring they met the highest standards. We wanted complete control, from rendering tallow at low temperatures using locally sourced beef suet to using only top-quality, cold-pressed, hexane-free, unrefined oils. Our journey led to the birth of HEFR LABS.

At HEFR LABS, our mission is simple: to produce the cleanest, highest-quality skincare products possible. We start with the finest beef fat found in Arizona, painstakingly rendering it into tallow. We've tirelessly sought out the best suppliers to provide us with unrefined, cold-pressed jojoba and MCT oils. Every product on hefrlabs.com reflects our unwavering commitment to quality.