Simple Farm Life

10/18/2026

Wow, what a week! ❤️🌿

We’ve covered a lot here at Simple Farm Life this week!

We went back to where Simply Restore began. Not with a business plan or an idea to sell something, but with my mom and a desire to make something for her during a difficult season.

We talked about magnesium, frankincense, and what I’ve been learning as I dig deeper into the research. Some things surprised me, and some reminded me that there’s always more to learn.

We looked at ingredients and why I choose what goes into my products. Because knowing what’s in something is important to me, but understanding why it’s there matters just as much.

And we talked about real customer experiences. I love hearing how people are incorporating Simply Restore into their routines, but I also believe in being careful about what we can and can’t claim.

If there’s one thing I hope you take away from this week, it’s that simple living isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about asking questions, learning, and making intentional choices along the way.

I never imagined something I started making for Mom would become such a meaningful part of Simple Farm Life.

Thank you for reading, commenting, asking questions, and following along. It means more than you know. ❤️

If you missed the story behind Simply Restore, you can find it over on my Simply Written blog at www.simplefarmlife.com.

Now I’m curious… what’s one thing you learned this week, or something you’d like me to dig into next?

Simple. Honest. Beautiful. 🌿

09/29/2026

Okay, since I’ve apparently decided to go down the skincare rabbit hole… 🐿️😂

I want to hear from YOU.

If you could change just ONE thing about your skin right now, what would it be?

Dryness?
Redness?
Breakouts?
Oily skin?
Fine lines?
Uneven texture?
Sensitive skin?

Or something completely different?

I’ve been doing a lot more research into not just what ingredients are “good for your skin,” but what different skin types actually need.

Because I’m learning that there really isn’t one perfect oil, butter—or even tallow—that is going to be perfect for everybody.

So tell me…

What is the ONE thing you wish your skincare helped with?

I’m genuinely curious. 👇

09/27/2026

Sunday adventures with Chad. 🤍

We did a little work today for Simple Farm Life… but I’m not quite ready to tell you what we were working on yet. 😉

Let’s just say it involved McMahan, a little planning, a little setting up, and another step forward for this little business of mine.

Work is done for the moment, so now we’re sitting down at Whizzerville Hall, enjoying some great pizza and talking about what comes next. 🍕🌿

A little work. A little fun. And maybe a little something new coming soon…

09/27/2026

I’ve been doing a lot of thinking lately about the products I make.

And maybe even questioning some things I thought I knew. 😂

When I started making skincare, I chose ingredients because I wanted something simpler. Then came tallow—and yep, I probably drank a little of the tallow Kool-Aid. 🤷‍♀️

But the more I learn, the more I realize I don’t want to use an ingredient just because it’s natural, popular, or because everyone says it’s amazing.

I want to understand WHY I’m using it.

What does it actually do for our skin?
Who is it good for?
Who might it NOT be good for?
And is there something that would work better?

So I’ve been going down a rather large rabbit hole lately. 🐿️😂

And this week, I’m going to share some of what I’m learning.

Because Simple Farm Life was never supposed to be about following trends.

It’s supposed to be Simple. Honest. Beautiful.

And sometimes the “honest” part means being willing to question yourself, too.

09/21/2026

I make a lot of things around here. 🤍

But behind every Simple Farm Life product is the same idea:

Keep it simple. Use thoughtfully chosen ingredients. Make something I’d feel good about using in my own home and sharing with my family.

If you’ve been following along but haven’t tried anything yet, I’d love for you to give Simple Farm Life a try.

Some of my favorites:

🌿 Simply Restore Magnesium Lotion — an evening favorite for tired muscles and winding down.

🌿 Simply Fresh Natural Deodorant — simple everyday odor protection without antiperspirant.

🌿 Simply Nourish Face Cream — rich tallow-based moisture for dry, thirsty skin.

🌿 Simply Clean Facial Oil Cleanser — a gentle oil cleanser that leaves your skin feeling clean without feeling stripped.

🌿 Herbal Salves — simple, useful little jars I love having around the house.

Everything is made by me in small batches right here in Texas.

No big production line. No fancy promises. Just products made simply and thoughtfully.

If you’re not sure where to start, send me a message. Tell me what you’re looking for and I’ll help you choose. 🤍

Simple. Honest. Beautiful.

Handcrafted tallow skincare, herbal salves, and simple living inspiration rooted in faith, family, and intentional craftsmanship.

09/02/2026

Have you tried something from Simple Farm Life? 🤍

I’d love to hear what you think! Your feedback helps me improve and helps others discover products they may love too.

If you have a minute, I’d be so grateful for a review.

👇 Review link in the comments.

Thank you for supporting my little business! 🤍

09/02/2026

When did sweating become the problem?

I started out simply trying to make a natural deodorant that actually worked.

Then I started researching.

Sweat. Body odor. Deodorant vs. antiperspirant. Aluminum. Ingredients. Even what we’re actually asking a deodorant to do.

And I realized something pretty simple:

I don’t actually need my deodorant to stop me from sweating. I need it to keep me from smelling. 😂

That question changed the way I looked at Simply Fresh—and honestly made me appreciate the formula even more.

I wrote about what I learned, including some things I assumed were true that the research didn’t necessarily support.

My newest Simply Written post is up:

When Did Sweating Become the Problem?

https://www.simplefarmlife.com/simply-written-journal/when-did-sweating-become-the-problem

Simple. Honest. Beautiful.

What’s the difference between deodorant and antiperspirant? Learn why we sweat, what causes underarm odor, and why I chose to make an aluminum-free natural deodorant that manages odor without stopping sweat.

08/26/2026

The deeper I get into researching the ingredients I use in Simply Fresh, the more I realize how many everyday products I’ve used without ever really asking what are they actually supposed to do?

So tonight’s rabbit hole was deodorant vs. antiperspirant. 😂

And there is an important difference.

Antiperspirant is designed to reduce how much you sweat. Deodorant is designed to control odor.

Simply Fresh is a deodorant.

It isn’t designed to stop your body from sweating—and interestingly enough, my testers noticed exactly that.

One tester told me she was still perspiring while wearing it. Another was testing Simply Fresh when her AC went out in the middle of this Texas heat. She said she was sweating like she’d done a three-hour workout.

But then she said:

“The odor protection was spot on and worked wonderfully!”

And THAT is exactly what I want this product to do.

You may sweat. The goal is that you don’t stink. 😂

Sweating is a normal part of how our bodies regulate temperature. Simply Fresh isn’t trying to shut that process down. The ingredients I chose are there to help address odor, with arrowroot helping absorb some surface moisture.

The more I research, the more I appreciate understanding the difference.

I don’t need to tell you sweating “detoxes” your body. I don’t need to tell you antiperspirant is “trapping toxins.” I can’t support those claims with good science.

What I can tell you is exactly what I’m making:

A deodorant that lets your body do what bodies do—while hopefully keeping the people standing next to you happy. 😂🌿

Simple. Honest. Beautiful. 🤍

08/24/2026

The reviews are in… and Simply Fresh is officially here. 🤍

When I started testing my natural deodorant, I honestly didn’t know what everyone would think. I knew what I wanted—a simple, tallow-based deodorant that actually worked—but that didn’t mean everyone else would agree.

Well… y’all had some things to say. 😂

⭐️ “This is one of the best all natural deodorants that I’ve used.” — Stacie

⭐️ “I was pleasantly surprised that I did not smell like I did that workout. The odor protection was spot on and worked wonderfully!” — Cindy

⭐️ “That I didn’t smell myself halfway thru the day.” — Rebecca

And Rebecca later messaged me:

“Are you selling your deodorant yet? Because I’m out and that makes me sad lol.” 😂

That might be one of my favorite product reviews ever.

After testing, listening to feedback, and making adjustments, Simply Fresh Natural Deodorant is ready.

Available in 🌲 Cedarwood, 🍊 Citrus Grove, and 🤍 Vanilla Bean — with Vanilla Bean made from vanilla-infused tallow and no added essential oils.

Simple ingredients. Real people testing it. And a product I’m proud to put the Simple Farm Life name on.

🤍 Simple. Honest. Beautiful.

08/24/2026

A little bit of Simple Farm Life, all in one place. 🌿

From natural deodorant and goat milk lotion to tallow skincare, magnesium lotion, herbal salves, and a little seasonal Sweet Heat—these are the goods I’m currently making in small batches right here in Fayette County.

Simple ingredients. Thoughtfully made. Products I’m proud to put the Simple Farm Life name on.

Take a look at what’s available. Link in comments.

Simple. Honest. Beautiful.