Meet the Maker

Hello! I'm Lauren, the one-woman maker behind Spring Valley Soapery. Every product I create is made in small batches by hand, featuring bold colors, intentional ingredients, and a great deal of care. I approach crafting products the same way I approach everything in my life—with curiosity, intention, and a deep love for learning. Every batch is a chance to experiment, refine, and create something that genuinely helps someone feel cared for. Spring Valley Soapery is more than a business to me—it’s an extension of who I am.

Where It All Began

Spring Valley Soapery didn’t just appear out of nowhere. I started it when I was 18, while attending cosmetology school, but the roots go back much further than that. Ever since I was little, I’ve loved mixing “potions,” baking, doing at-home experiments, and finding joy in the science behind beauty. I was the kid who dyed her hair fun colors, played with unique makeup looks, and spent every dollar I had on soap, lotion, candles, and anything that made self-care feel magical. That curiosity shaped my entire path.

What I’ve Studied and Why It Matters

Today, I'm 23 years old, a licensed Cosmetologist, Lash Technician, and a Business Management student at Western Governors University. These are all studies I pursued because I genuinely love understanding people, beauty, chemistry, and the science behind how products can support us. All of this knowledge directly shapes how I formulate: safer ingredients, gentler products, and thoughtful decisions backed by research—not trends or guesswork.

Why I Built Spring Valley Soapery

Although I’m trained in these areas, I’m currently unable to work a traditional job. I’m disabled, and the reality is that most workplaces aren’t built for people like me — but my business is. Spring Valley Soapery gives me something precious: the ability to work in a safe, controlled environment at my own pace while still creating something meaningful and high-quality for others to enjoy.

And because this business makes my life possible, I put everything I have into making it extraordinary.

Crafting With Purpose

I don’t just make products — I study them. I’m constantly learning through books on cosmetic formulation, chemistry, biology, sustainability, and environmental impact. I care deeply about what goes on our skin and into our environment, and I’m committed to crafting products that are safe, gentle, and joyful for as many people as possible.

Every product is:

• cruelty-free
• vegan
• paraben-free
• phthalate-free
• made with sustainably sourced ingredients
• packaged with reused, recyclable, or compostable materials
• handcrafted in small batches
• created with intentional, skin-loving formulations

All made by me.
All made for you.

What Spring Valley Soapery Stands For

Spring Valley Soapery is built on the belief that beauty should be joyful, accessible, and sustainable — and that the best products come from a thoughtful balance of science and nature. I don’t chase trends, extremes, or the idea that everything must be fully natural or fully synthetic. I focus on what works and what feels good on real skin. Somewhere in the middle is where my formulations thrive.

Every product I make is completely unique in both design and formulation. No two bars ever look the same, and every swirl, color palette, and scent story starts in my imagination before coming to life through careful craft and experimentation.

Who My Products Are For

Spring Valley Soapery is perfect for people who:

• want products that are gentle, effective, and safe for sensitive skin
• love bold colors, fun designs, and scents that feel joyful instead of boring
• care about sustainability and low-waste packaging
• enjoy shopping small and supporting independent makers
• appreciate creativity, craftsmanship, and thoughtful ingredients
• are tired of harsh, bland, or overly “natural” products that didn’t work
• want bath and body products that feel like a treat, not an afterthought
• want a daily self-care routine that actually feels exciting again

My biggest goal is simple:
To create body care that is safe for people and the planet — bold, joyful, skin-loving, and never boring — while growing my business in a way that allows me to support my family and give back to others in need.

A Commitment to Quality

I struggle with sensitive skin myself, so I formulate everything with that in mind. My products are designed to feel good, smell amazing, and add joy to your day — without harsh ingredients.

My style is bold, colorful, and completely unique, the kind of soap and candles you simply can’t find anywhere else. Behind the bright colors and fun designs is real craftsmanship: carefully measured ingredients, tested recipes, refined techniques, and a dedication to quality that grows with every batch.

I take customer feedback seriously. Every review is read, appreciated, and used to help me continually improve. Even though I work alone, I work very hard to process and ship orders quickly, pack them carefully, and make sure every experience feels special.

Life Beyond the Soap Studio

When I’m not creating, you’ll usually find me tending to my plants and garden, baking something warm and cozy, reading history and science books, watching silly shows in pajamas, cleaning and refreshing my space, enjoying time with the people and animals I love, or reconnecting with music (the first art form I ever fell in love with).

I try to find joy wherever I can, even on the hardest days. Creativity grounded me during some of the darkest moments of my life, and building this business provided a stable foundation for growth when everything else felt uncertain.

Community Matters

I care deeply about my community. Whenever possible, I donate soap, clothing, food, and time to shelters, local organizations, and individuals in need of support. I’m not wealthy — I struggle too — but I believe in the power of strong communities. Even a small contribution can make a meaningful difference.

Why Your Support Means Everything

When you choose Spring Valley Soapery, you’re not buying from a huge corporation. You’re supporting a small, sustainable business built with intention, education, passion, and love. You’re supporting a creator who puts care into every ingredient, every swirl, and every package. You’re helping me support myself, help others, and continue building something beautiful and meaningful.

Spring Valley Soapery is my future.
It’s how I stay grounded, inspired, and hopeful.
And I’m so grateful you’re here — because you’re part of that future too.

With love and gratitude,
Lauren M. | Founder of Spring Valley Soapery

A Note to Anyone Dreaming of Starting a Business While Disabled

It is possible. It takes patience, planning, flexibility, and a lot of self-compassion, but you can build something at your own pace that brings you pride and purpose. You don’t have to fit into traditional work to succeed — you just have to allow yourself to grow in the way that works for you.

Success isn’t guaranteed for anyone, but doing your best, staying curious, and maintaining a positive outlook can absolutely change your life. Your path might look different, but that doesn’t make it any less worth pursuing.

TL;DR (Short + Sweet)

Hi! I’m Lauren, the 23-year-old founder of Spring Valley Soapery — a one-woman business built on creativity, science, and bold handmade beauty. Every product I create is vegan, cruelty-free, sustainable, and handcrafted in small batches with intentional ingredients and unique designs you won’t find anywhere else.

I started this business at 18 after years of being obsessed with beauty, science, and self-care. I’m disabled, so traditional jobs are not in the cards for me, but this business gives me the freedom, purpose, and joy to build a life that works for me. When I’m not creating, I’m reading, gardening, baking, or watching comfort shows in pajamas.

Thank you for being here — your support helps me build something truly beautiful. 💛