SallyeAnder's Story
As a lifelong Upstate New Yorker, I come from a family deeply rooted in the love of nature and the art of creating. Growing up, I was surrounded by makers and doers who found solace and joy in the outdoors and working with their hands. The beauty of our lush forests and glistening lakes shaped our family's identity and instilled in us a deep appreciation for the wonders of the natural world. There was nothing quite like a weekend spent at our family cabin in the Adirondack Mountains.
In 1982, a pivotal moment occurred that would forever change the trajectory of our lives. My father, Gary Austin, inspired by the resourcefulness and practicality of his childhood neighbor and mentor, "SallyeAnder", embarked on a journey outside the 80's mainstream. He sought to alleviate my brother's troubled skin naturally, and in his pursuit, he turned to the power of handmade soaps.
Our cozy family kitchen became a sanctuary of innovation and love as my father crafted the first-ever soap bars. The tender care and thoughtfulness that went into their creation provided relief for my brother's sensitive skin and ignited a passion. Driven by this passion, my mother (a natural salesperson with a big heart!) shared the soaps at local farmer's markets, helping others along the way.
Now, a generation later, I find myself at the helm of the SallyeAnder natural skincare company, carrying forward the legacy of my parent's ingenuity and desire to make a difference. Our headquarters reside in the Hudson River town of Beacon, nestled in the breathtaking Hudson Valley. Living here, I am reminded daily of the roots from which our family's love for the outdoors and commitment to craftsmanship sprung.
Guided by the same unwavering dedication to melding purity of craft, boundless creativity, and an ardent desire to help others, I continue to steer SallyeAnder forward, now with a family of my own.
SallyeAnder embodies our family's enduring appreciation of and solace found in the outdoors and we invite you to step into our world and embark on an exciting journey with us, where the spirit of outdoor adventure intertwines with the care for sensitive skin and comforts of life.
- Sallie Austin, Founder's Daughter & CEO
Supporting Our Natural World
At SallyeAnder, the natural world isn’t just our inspiration or the bedrock of our products, it’s friend and our neighbor. I’m proud that we’re now an official corporate sponsor of Black Rock Forest, a nonprofit focused on conservation, science, and education—located just steps from my home in Cornwall, New York.
Black Rock is more than a beautiful place with a big mission, it’s personal for me and my family. We hike there in every season, watching the forest shift from frozen stillness in winter to the rush of spring water and the full bloom of summer. It’s where we slow down, reconnect, and have fun.
Places like this shaped the way I grew up—and shaped the way my parents built SallyeAnder. Our mission has always been to create natural, responsible products that make people’s lives better, without harming them or the planet.
Supporting Black Rock Forest means ensuring this special place continues to thrive for generations to come. Through annual contributions, seasonal promotions, and product donations, we’re honored to support their mission of conservation and education, while sharing a piece of it with our community.
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