Winter is hard on skin. Cold, windy days outside and dry, centrally heated air inside can leave hands, lips and legs feeling tight, rough or flaky. Many people respond by reaching for a richer moisturiser, and balms and butters are the heavy hitters of that category.
US brand Primally Pure builds much of its range around grass-fed tallow, combined with plant butters, oils and essential oils. Its earlier gift guides and bundles get plenty of attention, so this guide takes a different route: it looks only at the products aimed at dry skin and asks which one fits which winter problem. Product descriptions and prices below come from primallypure.com and were checked on 4 November 2026. Prices are in US dollars, so UK readers should check delivery options and any import costs at checkout.
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Quick Comparison: Winter Dry Skin Products
| Product | Size and price (4 Nov 2026) | Key ingredients named by the brand | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Everything Balm | 1 oz $30; 2 oz $56 | Grass-fed tallow, emu oil, botanicals | Rough patches, redness, face and body |
| Antioxidant Balm | 1 oz $42 | Superfruits, botanicals, animal-based fatty acids | Overnight face treatment |
| Blue Tansy Body Butter | Medium $32; Large $54 | Tallow, mango and shea butters, blue tansy, sandalwood | Dry, sensitive body skin |
| Bergamot + Eucalyptus Whipped Body Butter | Medium $30; Large $52 | Tallow, botanical butters, plant oils | Everyday body moisture, lighter feel |
| Lip Oil | $20 | Castor oil, pomegranate sterols, tallow, lanolin | Chapped lips with shine |
| Peppermint Lip Balm | $6 | Tallow, beeswax, cocoa and mango butters | Pocket lip care |
| Body Oil (2 oz) | $26 | Blue Tansy, Jasmine or Lemongrass versions | Applying to damp skin after a shower |
Sizes on the body butters need a note: the brand says the Medium jar holds 2.8 oz of product and the Large holds 5.4 oz.
Why Winter Skin Needs Something Richer
Skin keeps itself comfortable with a barrier of oils and lipids that slows water loss. In cold, dry weather that barrier can struggle, and long hot showers and frequent hand washing can make things worse. Light lotions are mostly water, so in winter many people prefer occlusive products, such as balms and butters, that sit on the skin and help hold moisture in. This is general skincare information rather than medical advice; persistent cracking, itching or eczema flare-ups are worth discussing with a pharmacist or doctor.
Everything Balm: The All-Rounder
The Everything Balm is the product most likely to earn a permanent place on a winter bedside table. Primally Pure describes it as a deeply nourishing balm made with grass-fed tallow, emu oil and soothing botanicals, designed to visibly reduce redness, replenish hydration and support the skin barrier from face to body. That makes it a sensible choice for the patches winter hits hardest: knuckles, elbows, the sides of the nose after a cold, and wind-chapped cheeks.
It comes in a 1 oz jar for $30 or a 2 oz jar for $56, so the larger size is the better value if you plan to use it on hands and body as well as your face.
Antioxidant Balm: An Overnight Face Treatment
The Antioxidant Balm is positioned differently. The brand calls it an overnight rejuvenation product, using superfruits, superfoods and antioxidant-rich botanicals with animal-based fatty acids to drench skin with moisture and support brighter, firmer-looking skin. At $42 for 1 oz it costs more than the Everything Balm, so it makes most sense for people who want a dedicated night step for the face rather than a multi-purpose balm.
Body Butters: Blue Tansy or Bergamot + Eucalyptus?
For legs, arms and the body, a butter covers more ground than a balm. Primally Pure calls its Blue Tansy Body Butter a best-seller, made with grass-fed tallow and mango and shea butters to replenish the moisture barrier and smooth texture. Blue tansy and sandalwood essential oils are included to help calm redness and comfort stressed, sensitive skin. The brand notes that the natural blue colour can vary between batches.
The Bergamot + Eucalyptus Whipped Body Butter uses a similar tallow and botanical base but with a whipped texture and a fresh scent that the brand calls stress-relieving. If you dislike heavy textures, the whipped version may feel easier to spread on a cold morning. Both come in glass recyclable jars.
Lips: Oil or Balm?
Chapped lips are one of the first signs of winter. The $6 Peppermint Lip Balm is the budget option, made with grass-fed tallow, beeswax, cocoa butter and mango butter to condition and lock in moisture. It is small enough for a coat pocket or desk drawer.
The $20 Lip Oil gives more shine. The brand says organic castor oil and pomegranate sterols help plump lips, while tallow and ethically sourced lanolin lock in moisture. Some people use a balm during the day and an oil at night, or the other way round if they like a glossy look.
Body Oil and the Damp-Skin Trick
Body oils are easy to overlook in winter, but they work well applied straight after a shower or bath while skin is still slightly damp. Primally Pure sells a 2 oz Body Oil for $26 in Blue Tansy, Jasmine and Lemongrass versions. The brand describes it as nourishing and mood-lifting. You can layer a butter on top for very dry areas.
A Simple Winter Routine
- Keep showers warm rather than hot, and keep them short.
- Pat skin dry, then apply body oil to slightly damp skin.
- Follow with body butter on legs, arms and other dry areas.
- Use the Everything Balm on rough patches, knuckles and cheeks before going out in the cold.
- Apply lip balm through the day and lip oil before bed.
- Use the Antioxidant Balm as a night step for the face if you want extra moisture.
For a treat on a cold evening, the brand’s Serenity Soaks bath pucks ($44 for four) contain coconut powder, cocoa butter and organic essential oils and are described as moisturising; the brand says they are suitable for children aged three and over. Patch test any new product first, especially those with essential oils, and check the full ingredient list if you have allergies, since several products contain animal-derived ingredients such as tallow, emu oil and lanolin.
Our Verdict
If you buy one Primally Pure product for winter, the Everything Balm is the most versatile, covering face, hands and body. Add a body butter if your legs and arms get dry, and keep a $6 lip balm in your pocket. The Antioxidant Balm and Lip Oil are extras for people who enjoy a fuller night routine. Check current prices and shipping to your country on the Primally Pure website before ordering.