Rooted in Simplicity; Why I started di Nonna

In a world that often feels too loud, too rushed, and too full of chemicals we can’t pronounce, I found myself searching for something different- something simpler, more honest. I started di Nonna not just as a skincare line, but as a way of living with intention.

My journey began with a desire to care for the people I love most. When I looked at the labels of the products I was using on my skin and sharing with my family, I saw a long list of ingredients I didn’t recognize or trust. So I returned to the old way- simple, natural, time-tested ingredients like tallow, olive oil, herbs, and beeswax. I began creating products in my kitchen, rooted in love and the belief that what we put on our bodies should be as pure as what we feed them.

But di Nonna is more than skincare. It’s a reflection of the values I hold dear: caring for family, respecting the wisdom of nature, and finding peace in purposeful, honest work. Every balm, butter, and bar is crafted with the intention to nourish, protect, and remind us that healing doesn’t have to be complicated. Sometimes, the most powerful things are also the most simple.

This blog will be a place where I share not just my products, but pieces of my heart- recipes, reflections, and the little lessons I’ve learned in my garden, my kitchen, and my quiet moments of prayer. My hope is that it brings you the same peace and purpose it brings me.

Thank you for being here.

If this post speaks to you, I’d love for you to leave a comment below or share it with someone who’s seeking a slower, more meaningful way to live. And if you’re new here, you can explore my handmade products- each one made with love, from my home to yours.

With love,

Debbie Serpico