Behind the Scenes | Founder Close Call
Porefector was due for a re-order, but when I received the lab quote, the minimum quantity was over 5,000 jars. Bedrock is a baby brand and we can’t sell that kind of volume yet. Since I won’t sell you anything but fresh, I was in a major pickle--the $25,000 kind.
I did the only thing I could: begged for mercy.
Please, I said.
On behalf of big pores, PMS breakouts, our oily t zone, acne scars, stubborn blackheads, red blemishes on face, reconsider. If you can’t make the minimum order size smaller, I cannot reorder Porefector. Porefector will die.
I tried not to think of your tears. I tried not to think about my own face.
Thankfully, my lab made an exception and our blemish clearing balm will live on.
Facing good times,
Rachel | founder
Our Story
At Bedrock, we started with irritated armpits (literally) and a stubborn belief: zinc oxide was missing from skincare, and we could fix that. We chose zinc oxide for its protective power—how nurturing and calming it can be for sensitive skin. Our proprietary plant blend was handpicked to soothe irritation, deeply hydrate, and complement that zinc.
From the beginning, we also knew Bedrock had to be vegan, cruelty-free, and made in the USA. Just as important, our products had to be family-friendly, gender-neutral, and super multipurpose.
Q: What makes Bedrock different from other skincare brands?
A: We focus on practical multipurpose skincare that works. Instead of dozens of steps and trendy actives, we use zinc oxide and botanicals to calm redness, soothe irritation, and protect sensitive skin.
Q: Is Bedrock good for redness and irritation?
A: Yes. Our Bedrock formulas were made for problem-solving—think chafing, rashes, post-shave irritation, feeding tube stoma care, or skin folds. Zinc oxide calms redness while creating a protective barrier.
Q: Why zinc oxide?
A: Zinc oxide is naturally calming, protective, and non-irritating. It’s been used in skincare for decades for healing properties, and we harness its soothing power in modern, lightweight formulas.
Q: Do Bedrock products replace my whole skincare routine?
A: Nope—but they’re the multitaskers you’ll actually reach for. Bedrock Balm, Porefector or Freshstick can live on your nightstand, in your bag, or at your sink, ready for redness, bumps, dryness, or irritation whenever life calls.
Q: Is Bedrock vegan and cruelty-free?
A: Yes! Our products are plant-based, cruelty-free, and made with ingredients you can trust.