Ronda Dade is realizing a dream – bringing faith-rooted skincare to the public, in order to honor the body as God’s temple.

The nine-year Fulshear resident is hearkening back to her early days when she worked for well-known cosmetic companies in multiple locations, including Chicago, Melville, Evanston and New Jersey, in order to create her company, Petals and Grace. Dade is not just the founder of the company -- she’s a cosmetic chemist who formulates her own products with intention and science.

Dade’s journey began straight out of high school as a cosmetologist, where she discovered her love for skincare and the science behind it. That passion led her into research and development with national skincare companies such as Estee Lauder and others, an MBA, and eventually, to becoming a cosmetic chemist. Alongside her love for formulation, according to her company website, Dade also cultivated a thriving career in real estate. Balancing both callings — one full-time and the other always close by — she often carried both career loves. Together, the dual callings shaped her eye for detail, her commitment to excellence, and her dedication to creating

During the pandemic, what began as quiet reflections turned into a clear calling, which was to create skincare that brings peace, healing, and intention to everyday routines. It was during that time that Dade recognized skincare as her God-given place of peace and purpose. She began formulating products that support hydration, moisture, and cell renewal which are the three foundational pillars of the brand’s skincare philosophy.

The company officially began three years ago and re-branded as Petals and Grace Skin and Bath Care Co. on January 1, 2025. Some of her greatest challenges along the way included building and growing a manufacturing business independently later in life and choosing the path of entrepreneurship instead of pre-retirement, at a time when many peers were slowing down or stepping away from work. She also had to acquire high-quality raw materials sourcing in small batch quantities suitable for a small brand. Dade managed every part of the business personally, too, including formulating, manufacturing, labeling, filling orders, attending events and selling each product.

The products, which include the best-selling Lotion Oil, Serenity Scrub, natural luxury soaps, shower steamers, bath salts, lip balm, body wash and others, currently range from $7 to $26. Dade plans to develop new products in 2026 including a facial skincare line — cleanser, polish, elixir, serum, and moisturizer -- scented body and hair mist and body butter. Products are currently direct-to-consumer via the company’s website www.petalsandgraceskin.com and at local markets and trade shows. Plans to expand into boutiques are underway, Dade said.

Dade has invested in commercial lab equipment, shelving, appropriate PPE, glassware and beakers, incubators, homogenizers, mixers, pH meters, filling equipment, etc. No specialty permits are required,

and all packaging is sourced through established distributors. The products undergo PET and microbiological testing, including sampling of raw ingredients.

“We only use ingredients we trust—plant-based, purposeful, and proven to care for your skin without compromise,” the company website says. “Transparency matters here.”

“FDA approval is not required for cosmetics, and good manufacturing practices are central to all of my operations,” Dade said. “As part of my long-term business model, I plan to purchase property rather than rent. Any additional requirements for the space will be determined once a property is identified and would include hiring employees.”

Petals and Grace has created four jobs through internships and engaged three local businesses for consulting, branding, and marketing services — contributing directly to the local economy. Dade has also provided paid internships to Fulshear High School, Prairie View A&M, Lone Star College, Houston City College and others.

Dade has donated almost 600 bars of the budding brand’s soap directly to local ministries and members in uniform who serve the community. She gave 200 bars to Thrive Church in Fulshear in support of their ministry to women’s groups and homeless shelters and has also supported Parkway Fellowship Church. A volunteer with the Fulshear Police Foundation since 2018, she has donated hundreds of bars of soap to local law enforcement including the police and fire departments in Katy and Fulshear, the officers at Katy ISD and Lamar CISD and the Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office. Dade has also volunteered her time at food banks including Katy Christian Ministries and Family Hope. She is active in the Fulshear Regional Chamber for Commerce. To learn more, visit www.petalsandgraceskin.com.