About us

🤍 Our Story

From a mother’s kitchen to your skincare shelf — powered by nature, not nasties.

In 2008, after the birth of my first baby, our journey with skincare began — though not in the way I expected.

My son developed painful eczema that left his skin so sore it bled. I didn’t even know what eczema was at the time. The doctors offered steroid creams and petroleum-based treatments — but no answers. No one seemed interested in finding the root cause. Just covering it up.

So I started researching. Digging deep into ingredients, toxins, food allergies, and gut health. That research changed everything — not just for my son, but for my entire family. We discovered his eczema was linked to allergies, one of which was a soy allergy, from his baby formula. We did blood testing, eliminated triggers, and began a total lifestyle overhaul — food, skincare, household products, everything.

And I began making my own.

✨ From Healing to Handmade

What started as a mother’s mission turned into a passion. I began formulating skincare that was gentle, nourishing, and truly natural — first for my son, then for friends and family.

Now, as a mum of five, I know first-hand how important it is to feel confident in the products you’re using on your children — and on yourself. With each pregnancy, each skin flare-up, each new baby, my commitment to creating safer, more honest skincare only grew stronger.

I’ve also lived with rosacea and PCOS, both of which affect the skin, hormones, and confidence. I know what it’s like to feel overwhelmed by products that promise results but leave your skin feeling worse — or full of ingredients you can’t pronounce.

🧼 Skincare You Can Trust

At Farmstead Naturals, every balm, cleanser, and bar is made with love, intention, and full transparency. We believe skincare should:

Be safe enough for babies
Support skin gently, not suppress it
Be free from unnecessary fillers, synthetic fragrance, and known irritants
Help your skin thrive naturally — not just cover up symptoms

Everything is handmade in small batches using nourishing oils, plant butters, herbs, and essential oils — chosen for their real skin benefits, not fancy labels.

🌸 Rooted in Real Life

This isn’t just about skincare — it’s about empowerment, education, and reconnecting with what’s natural. I created Farmstead Naturals for people who are tired of not being listened to. For people who want better — for their skin, their families, and the planet.

If you’re looking for honest, gentle products that care for your skin the way it deserves to be cared for — welcome. You’re in the right place.

With love,
Charlene Kenny
Founder, Formulator, Mum of 5
Farmstead Naturals