Fresh‑Made, Natural Personal Care — Crafted With Care, Rooted in Nature

Simple, plant‑powered products that love your skin back.

Made in micro‑batches. No preservatives. No petroleum. No junk.

Just clean, conscious care that supports your outside while you heal your inside.

Meet Mel — the maker behind Gutsy Mel Basics.

I’ve been crafting natural personal care since 2009, inspired by my Native American heritage and a deep belief that healing is both internal and external. Every product is made fresh in micro‑batches with simple, plant‑powered ingredients.

Why Outside Matters?

Outside matters because what you put on your skin is absorbed into your body. When you choose simple, plant‑powered ingredients, you support your body’s healing from the outside in — the same way you nourish it from the inside out. My products are made fresh in micro‑batches so you always get the purest, most effective version of each formula.

Made in small batches in the USA.

Made with simple, plant‑based ingredients — no petroleum, parabens, artificial fragrances, or fillers.

Made fresh in small batches and shipped within 1–3 business days.

Introducing Our

Keep‑It‑Natural Kit

Meet your new everyday essentials — a curated trio of plant‑powered, small‑batch goodies designed to keep your skin soft, happy, and naturally nourished.

The Keep‑It‑Natural Kit includes:

A curated trio of everyday essentials crafted with simple, natural ingredients..

🌿 Natural Jelly (Petroleum‑Free Comfort) — 2 oz jar

Your all‑purpose, plant‑powered alternative to petroleum jelly. All the jelly goodness, none of the petroleum weirdness. Smooth, soothing, and made for anywhere your skin needs a little extra love.

💋 Lip Paste (Choose Your Flavor) — three tubes

Your new everyday lip buddy. A soft, nourishing balm made with simple, natural ingredients to keep lips hydrated and happy. Choose from Merry Mint, Cheeky Cherry, Bare Basics or Mixed.

🧴 All‑Over Lotion (Choose Your Scent) — two 2 oz bottles

Your skin’s daily drink. A lightweight, plant‑based lotion that sinks in fast and leaves skin feeling soft, calm, and cared for.

Packaged simply in a reusable bag — low‑waste, practical, and ready for gifting (even if the gift is for yourself).

Rooted in nature. Crafted with care. Made to keep things simple..

Perfect for: sensitive skin, everyday moisture, and anyone who prefers simple, natural care.

How to use: Use anywhere your skin needs quick comfort.

Why people love it: Lightweight, non‑greasy, and made with simple, plant‑based ingredients

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Lip Paste Trio

Keep lips soft, smooth, and naturally nourished with everyone's favorite trio of everyday Lip Pastes. Made in small‑batches with plant‑powered ingredients and zero synthetic fillers, these balms melt in easily and keep your lips happy all day.

Choose your set:

💋 All one flavor OR

💋 A mixed trio

Flavors:

Merry Mint — refreshing + clean

Cheeky Cherry — sweet + fun

Bare Basics — simple + unscented

Perfect for gifting, sharing, or stashing one in every bag.

Rooted in nature. Crafted with care.

Perfect for: Great for kids, adults, and anyone who prefers simple, natural care.

How to use: Swipe on lips anytime for natural moisture.

Why people love it: A customer favorite for everyday moisture.

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Lotion Duo

This simple, skin‑loving duo includes one 2 oz lotion and one 4 oz lotion in your choice of scents. Crafted in small batches with plant‑based ingredients, these lotions absorb quickly and leave skin soft, silky, and cared for — without heaviness.

Choose between:
🌼 Lightly essential oil scented options (Vanilla, Chamomile & Lavender))
🌱 Unscented option for sensitive skin

Perfect for gifting, travel, or keeping one at home and one in your bag.

Low‑waste packaging. Herbalist crafted. Created for real‑life skin.

Perfect for: sensitive skin, everyday moisture, and anyone who prefers simple, natural care.

How to use: Apply as needed for soft, nourished skin.

Why people love it: Loved for its simple, gentle formula.

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Lotion Trio

A trio of lightweight, plant‑powered lotions made for everyday moisture. With three 2 oz bottles, you can explore multiple scents or stick to your favorite.

These small‑batch creams sink in quickly and keep skin soft without residue.

Choose your set:

🧴 All one scent

🧴 Mix all three scents

🧴 Pick any three you love

Perfect for gifting, sampling scents, or keeping moisturizers in different rooms and bags.

Scented with natural, simple ingredients — crafted with care.

Perfect for: Great for kids, adults, and anyone who prefers simple, natural care.

How to use: Apply as needed for soft, nourished skin.

Why people love it: Lightweight, non‑greasy, and made with simple, plant‑based ingredients.

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Fresh‑Made Promise

All products are made‑to‑order in micro‑batches and ship in 7–14 business days.

No preservatives. Store cool + dry.

Check scent/texture over time — when in doubt, throw it out.

Product FAQ

Do these contain preservatives?

Nope. Everything is made with simple, plant‑powered ingredients and no added preservatives. That’s why products are made fresh in small batches and may have a shorter shelf life than big‑box brands. Store cool + dry, keep water out, and check your BB date.

How should I store these?

Cool, dry place. Keep water out of jars/tins. Do a quick smell & texture check from time to time. When in doubt, throw it out.

How long will my order take?

Each order is fresh‑made during one of my 1–2 monthly production days. Please allow 7–14 business days for production before shipping.

Are these safe for kids?

The Bare Basics options (unscented) are the gentlest. Always do a small patch test first and avoid use on broken skin. If you have questions about specific sensitivities, reach out anytime.

Are your products vegan?

Not That Jelly and Lip Paste include beeswax.

What if something seems off?

Nature doesn’t use preservatives. If something smells or looks unusual, discard it.

What if I’m a High Bar PT employee?

At checkout, tick the “High Bar monthly staff delivery” box to have your order included in my monthly local drop‑off.

Gutsy Mel is a small‑batch, handcrafted personal care brand based in Rhode Island. All products are made fresh in micro‑batches using toxin‑free ingredients. Your order supports a woman‑owned business committed to gut‑friendly, skin‑safe products.