🌿 The Story Behind Beyond Natural: How My Health Journey Inspired a Clean Skincare Line That Nourishes Every Body

More Than Just Skincare. It’s a Personal Mission

In the summer of 2019, I felt something wasn’t quite right. My energy, my skin, my body—something was off. That quiet nudge led me down a path of research, reflection, and, ultimately, reinvention. I began to dig deep into what I was putting on my body, not just in it. Little did I know that in the next couple of years, I would be diagnosed with breast cancer…twice!.

That diagnosis didn’t just change my health—it changed my purpose.

That’s when the idea of Beyond Natural was born.

This isn't just a line of clean skincare products. It’s a collection rooted in resilience, research, and real results. It’s about reclaiming wellness, nourishing your body’s largest organ—your skin—and helping others feel seen, supported, and soothed.

Why I Started Making My Own Skincare Products

Before cancer, I had already started looking into natural alternatives. I was tired of mystery ingredients, misleading labels, and products that seemed to irritate more than heal. After my diagnosis in October 2019, it became urgent. I wanted to do better for my skin.

I fell headfirst into the world of essential oils, cold process soapmaking, and skincare chemistry. I studied videos from creators like Royalty Soaps for three months straight so that I could combine my passion for baking with a new outlet for healing. Baking, like soapmaking, is science with a splash of creativity and I’ve always had both.

The First Products in the Beyond Natural Line

I have a long list of dreamy skincare products in the works, but I wanted to start small—with staples I use every single week:

• Small-batch artisan bath soaps (made monthly, with rotating ingredients)
• Foaming sugar scrub – luxurious without the oily residue
• Lip scrub – gentle, sweet, and smoothing
• Nourishing lip balm – creamy and hydrating with clean ingredients

 

These are foundational products you can feel good about using from head to toe, no matter your skin type.

My Favorite Product (and Why You’ll Love It Too)

My personal favorite? The Foaming Sugar Scrub. It leaves your skin soft, smooth, and moisturized—without that greasy after-feel I used to hate in traditional scrubs. And yes, it’s gentle enough for your face.

It's the perfect reset at the end of a long day—a reminder that self-care doesn't have to be complicated or expensive. It just needs to be consistent.

What Makes My Formulations Special

Every ingredient is chosen with purpose. I use:

• Avocado oil – deeply moisturizing and rich in fatty acids
• Mango butter – lightweight, nourishing, and high in antioxidants
• Colloidal oats + honey – perfect for calming sensitive or reactive skin

I personally have acne-prone, sensitive skin, so I formulate every product to be gentle, soothing, and effective across a range of skin types. Whether you’re 15 or 50+, my goal is to help you feel confident in your skin.

The One Skincare Tip I Wish I Knew Sooner

Like many people with oily skin, I spent years avoiding moisturizer. I thought it would break me out. In reality? My skin was over-producing oil because I kept stripping it.

If there’s one small habit I encourage you to try today: moisturize morning and night. Consistently. It changed everything for me.

 What You Won’t Find in My Products

While the ingredient lists are short, they’re mighty. That’s intentional.

I avoid:

• Harsh detergents
• Sulfates
• Parabens
• Artificial dyes
• Heavy synthetic fragrances

I believe clean beauty should feel good, smell natural, and nourish deeply without compromise.

Why Beyond Natural Is More Than Skincare

This line is about healing. Empowerment. Taking small steps to feel better in your body—on your own terms.

When I make soap, I don’t just think about what it looks or smells like. I think about the moment someone opens it. That exhale when they finally feel relief. That little spark of joy in a busy, overwhelming world.

Whether you’re a busy mom, a survivor, a self-care beginner, or a skincare lover this is for you.

Join Me on This Journey

I’m beyond excited to finally share Beyond Natural with the world. And this is only the beginning.

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