ZERO BS is a proudly South African skincare brand from Cape Town, built around a simple philosophy: skincare should be pure, honest and made from ingredients that the skin can recognise.
At the heart of the ZERO BS range is tallow, a traditional animal-based fat that has been used for generations as a natural skin-conditioning ingredient. Combining this time-tested approach with modern skincare knowledge, ZERO BS has created a unique range of 100% natural skin and hair food designed to nourish, moisturise and support the skin's natural ability to maintain and repair itself.
Rather than following every passing skincare trend, ZERO BS looks back to ancient wisdom and natural ingredients to create uncomplicated products with ZERO unnecessary additives and ZERO BS.
Skin Food, Not Just Skincare
At ZERO BS, the philosophy is refreshingly straightforward: ingredients for skincare should be sourced from the kitchen rather than manufactured in a laboratory.
All ZERO BS ingredients are food-sourced and food-grade — ingredients considered safe enough to eat and, in the brand's philosophy, appropriate for nourishing the skin and hair.
The result is a minimalist approach to skincare that avoids unnecessary complexity and focuses on naturally derived ingredients.
ZERO BS products are formulated to provide long-lasting hydration and help support the skin's natural barrier. The range is designed to improve the appearance and feel of dry, stressed and sensitive skin while helping maintain suppleness and a healthy-looking complexion.
The Power of Tallow
Tallow is the primary active ingredient in ZERO BS products. Its composition contains naturally occurring fatty acids and other components that can help condition the skin and reduce moisture loss.
ZERO BS positions its tallow-based formulations as a natural source of nourishment for the skin, supporting hydration, softness and the skin's natural repair processes.
The brand's product philosophy is particularly focused on helping improve the appearance of:
Dry and dehydrated skin
Fine lines and visible signs of ageing
Uneven skin tone
Acne-prone skin
Scarring and scar tissue
Irritated and compromised skin
Eczema- and psoriasis-prone skin
Sun-damaged skin
Skin affected by everyday environmental stress
ZERO BS also promotes its products for soothing and moisturising skin following certain forms of damage, including sun exposure and household burns. For medical conditions or skin affected by radiation therapy, professional medical advice should be sought before using any skincare product.
Responsibly Sourced Tallow
ZERO BS sources its tallow from a single supplier — Greenfields Farm, situated near Mooi River in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
According to ZERO BS, the farm's cattle are free-range, grass-fed and raised without added hormones or antibiotics. Greenfields Farm also embraces principles of sustainable farming, supporting the brand's commitment to traceable and responsibly sourced raw materials.
Using a single source enables ZERO BS to maintain a close connection with the origin of one of its most important ingredients.
Pure Essential Oils from South Africa
Many of ZERO BS's essential oils are sourced directly from a single farm located in the mountains of the Southern Cape Karoo in the Western Cape.
The region's predominantly Mediterranean climate and variable rainfall contribute to natural variations in the crops from season to season. ZERO BS deliberately chooses not to standardise its essential oils, meaning that fragrance can naturally vary between batches according to the season, cultivar and harvest year.
For ZERO BS, these variations are not imperfections — they are part of the authenticity of using natural ingredients.
The brand embraces the philosophy that, much like fine wine, naturally produced oils can develop distinctive characteristics as they mature.
100% Natural. ZERO Unnecessary Additives.
ZERO BS takes a deliberately uncomplicated approach to formulation.
The range is made using 100% natural ingredients and contains:
ZERO additives
ZERO parabens
ZERO petroleum-based ingredients
ZERO unnecessary chemicals
ZERO undisclosed or unnecessarily complicated ingredients
The brand's philosophy is simple: consumers should know exactly what they are putting on their skin.
ZERO BS says it will never hide behind unnamed, misleading or unnecessarily difficult-to-understand ingredient descriptions. Every ingredient has a purpose, and transparency is central to the brand's identity.
Dermatologically Tested
ZERO BS products are dermatologically tested, with the brand stating that its products have also received dermatologist approval.
The company's clinical trials were conducted by an independent third-party laboratory and financed independently by a government body with no vested interest in the results. According to ZERO BS, the trials followed internationally recognised Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, providing a structured framework for quality, ethics and clinical research.
A Different Approach to Sustainable Skincare
ZERO BS also places emphasis on environmental considerations. Its products are described as 100% biodegradable, offering an alternative to conventional petroleum-based skincare formulations.
By focusing on natural, food-grade ingredients and avoiding unnecessary synthetic additives, ZERO BS aims to reduce the environmental footprint associated with its formulations while maintaining an uncompromising approach to product performance.
Why ZERO BS?
In an industry where skincare trends can change rapidly, ZERO BS takes a deliberately different path.
The brand believes that sometimes the most innovative approach is to return to the basics — simple ingredients, natural nourishment and time-tested knowledge combined with modern testing and formulation standards.
From South African farms to the finished product, ZERO BS focuses on traceability, simplicity and natural ingredients.
Sometimes, true revolution comes from returning to the place from which we all began.
ZERO BS – No Added BS.
Proudly created in Cape Town, South Africa, ZERO BS offers a distinctive approach to natural skincare for consumers looking for uncomplicated, ingredient-conscious alternatives.
Pure ingredients. Natural nourishment. Skin and hair food.
ZERO additives. ZERO unnecessary ingredients. ZERO BS.
