"When my daughter was just three weeks old, she developed severe eczema that covered her tiny body from head to toe. Her skin was dry, cracked, red, and painful. Nothing we tried seemed to bring her relief. From prescription creams to countless “gentle” soap alternatives, every effort left us disappointed and heartbroken.
For years we followed every recommendation, every trick and still, nothing worked. As a mother, it was devastating to watch her struggle and feel so helpless. Finally, I reached a breaking point. Enough was enough. If I couldn’t find a solution, I would have to create one myself.
That decision changed everything. I went back to the basics, choosing only clean, natural ingredients and carefully crafting small batches of soap by hand. To our amazement, within just a couple of weeks, her eczema began to clear. Today, at eleven years old, she rarely experiences flare-ups. A transformation that has been life-changing for our family.
Since then, my husband and I have made it our priority to be intentional about the products we bring into our home and put on our skin. Replacing every soap in our household with our own natural, handcrafted alternatives has been one of the best decisions we’ve ever made. Not only for our daughter’s health, but for the well-being of our whole family."
- Stephanie Pals (Founder of D.S. Mercantile)

The Intention Behind Decker Springs...
“Every bar of soap we create is inspired by the land we call home. Our home at Decker Springs is where simplicity and care for nature guide our daily lives. These snapshots share a glimpse into the place that fuels our craft and inspires the natural products we bring to you.”











