Founded by sisters Emily and Claire in 2023 after returning to their family farm in New York’s Hudson Valley, & Tread Well makes 100% natural self-care for sensitive skin and senses. Drawing on backgrounds in clinical research and women’s health, the sisters formulate pared-back skincare and fragrance in small batches, blending and pouring products at their family-farm studio with plant botanicals sourced from around the globe. The brand’s dermatologist-tested, synthetic-fragrance-free approach is built around protecting the skin barrier while keeping ingredients recognizable and minimally processed.
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My Neighbor's CoFounded by Hudson Valley mother Harri Magaldi after searching for gentle care for her daughter’s eczema, My Neighbor’s makes small-batch regenerative skincare rooted in ancestral remedies. Its signature balms use dry-rendered, grass-fed and finished tallow sourced from regenerative Hudson Valley farms, alongside a vegan line made with organic, non-GMO botanicals. The company operates a flagship store in Hudson, New York, with a small team based in New York State and California.HUDSON, NY
WEBA Natural ProductsFounded by President Lydia Diaz after her own struggle with sensitive skin and chemical sensitivities, WEBA Natural Products handcrafts plant-based skincare in small batches in New York’s Hudson Valley. Its formulas use naturally derived ingredients and pure essential oils, while the company avoids palm oil, synthetic fragrances and animal testing. WEBA also emphasizes zero-waste manufacturing, recyclable or biodegradable packaging, and donations to nonprofits and food pantries.KINGSTON, NY
Treasured EmpireFounded by Nadia Olivia after creating a natural salve to help her daughter’s severe skin rash, Treasured Empire makes handmade, natural and organic skincare in Brooklyn. Its Treasured Beauty line pairs aromatherapy and plant-based care with scripture and faith-centered intentions, while Treasured Hands extends that approach into DIY beauty and creative workshops. The company also develops wellness boxes that connect daily self-care with reflection and spiritual practice.BROOKLYN, NY
Gallop HillGallop Hill grew from a childhood lesson about milkweed shared by founder Ann Feldman’s grandfather into a botanical skincare company with a purpose. Ann Feldman now makes its products in limited batches at the company’s lab in Tivoli, New York, for people seeking gentle care that helps restore the skin’s glow.