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Welcome to Purity Of Elements

Hi there, I’m Sarah Trotter the heart and hands behind Purity Of Elements I call the calm foothills near Asheville, North Carolina home, where the mornings smell of pine and my desk is rarely without a cup of jasmine tea. This little corner of the internet began as a creative escape from my former life in product development, where I spent nearly a decade testing ingredients, refining formulas, and learning what makes a product actually work in everyday life.

I studied Chemistry at the University of Vermont and later earned my MBA from UNC, but most of my learning came from standing in real labs and working beside real people. That experience taught me how to read between the marketing lines and see what’s truly behind the label a skill that now guides every review I share here.

A Fresh Take on Honest Reviews

PurityOfElements.com once reflected a skincare brand built on purity and balance. When I discovered the domain, I felt an instant connection to its message so rather than reinvent it, I reimagined it. Today, “purity” represents transparency, and “elements” stand for the small things that make a product worth having.

Sarah Trotter
Sarah Trotter

Since 2025, this site has become my open journal for real-world product insights from wellness and skincare to home tools, travel gear, and daily essentials. I test everything myself and write as I would to a friend: plainly, practically, and with the kind of detail you wish more reviews included. My mission is simple to help you spend smarter, choose confidently, and feel good about what you bring into your life.

My Way of Working

Every product I feature goes through my own hands (and sometimes, my very patient family’s). If something delights me, you’ll know why. If it disappoints, you’ll know that too. I don’t write to please brands I write for readers like you who value honesty over hype.

Yes, I earn small commissions through Amazon’s affiliate program, but integrity always comes first. I’d rather lose a sale than mislead a reader. This balance between curiosity and caution is what keeps my reviews grounded equal parts heart and science.

Life Beyond the Screen

When I’m not testing gadgets or skincare, you’ll probably find me hiking one of the Blue Ridge trails, shaping clay in my small ceramics nook, or reading by the porch with my two beagles, Luna and Scout. My days move between quiet reflection and playful discovery much like the process of finding products that bring genuine value.

I believe the best recommendations come from people who live the experience, not just write about it. That’s what I hope you’ll feel here a voice that’s real, relatable, and rooted in everyday life.

Let’s Discover What’s Worth It

Whether you came here looking for a reliable air purifier, a nourishing serum, or simply a trustworthy opinion, I’m truly glad you found your way to Purity Of Elements. This space is built for curious shoppers and thoughtful readers people who want to buy less but better.

Thank you for being here. If you ever have a question, suggestion, or product you’d like me to review, don’t hesitate to reach out. Here’s to exploring the little elements that make life more beautiful one honest review at a time.

Warmly,
Sarah Trotter

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Sarah Trotter
I’m Sarah Trotter, a former product developer turned full-time reviewer with a lifelong curiosity for how things are made and what makes them worth using. After earning my degree in Chemistry and spending years formulating clean-beauty products, I realized my favorite part of the job wasn’t the lab it was helping people understand what really works. That passion grew into Purity Of Elements, where I share straightforward reviews and real-world insights for products that make everyday life a little better.

Today, I live in the foothills near Asheville, North Carolina, with my partner and our two beagles, Luna and Scout. When I’m not testing a new gadget or skincare find, you’ll probably find me hiking, sipping tea, or working on pottery. Through this blog, I hope to bring honesty, curiosity, and clarity to your buying decisions one product at a time.
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