PLANTS, AT WORK.
Plants have a remarkable vocabulary of scent. From the sharp brightness of citrus peel to the resinous warmth of woods, their aromatic compounds reach us through one of our most immediate senses: smell.
A familiar fragrance can bring a memory vividly to mind. An unfamiliar one can make us pay closer attention.
At SOLVEIG, we bring these botanical qualities into formulations designed to engage the senses and support a feeling of groundedness.
On Blood Orange.
Vitalising.
Citrusy.
Warm.
Invigorating.
Restores a sense of vitality and movement.
Traditionally used to lift mood, awaken the senses and support circulation.
On Neroli.
Floral.
Green.
Delicate.
Uplifting.
Softens anxious tension and brings lightness back to the system.
Traditionally valued for its calming and mood-lifting effect on the nervous system.
On Basil.
Herbal.
Bright.
Warm.
Clarifying.
Helps clear mental fatigue and restore focus.
Traditionally used to stimulate the senses and support cognitive clarity.
On Myrrh.
Warm.
Resinous.
Austere.
Stabilising.
Brings depth and steadiness to the body.
Traditionally valued for its restorative effect on the skin and grounding quality for the nervous system.
On Lavender.
Dry.
Floral.
Clean.
Settling.
Allows the body to release held tension.
Traditionally used to calm the nervous system and support relaxation.
On Jasmine Grandiflorum.
Rich.
Floral.
Radiant.
Expansive.
Brings softness and warmth to the system.
Traditionally used to support emotional balance and sensory wellbeing.
On Grapefruit.
Bitter.
Crisp.
Sharp.
Clearing.
Cuts through heaviness and brings the system back into motion.
Traditionally valued for its stimulating effect on circulation and sensory clarity.
On Lemon.
Citrusy.
Clean.
Light.
Refreshing.
Supports clarity, focus and sensory activation.
Traditionally used to stimulate circulation and awaken the senses.
On Lemongrass.
Green.
Vivid.
Dry.
Energising.
Awakens the body and sharpens sensory perception.
Traditionally valued for its revitalising effect on body and mind.
On Orange.
Warm.
Sweet.
Rounded.
Brightening.
Softens tension and brings warmth back into the system.
Traditionally valued for its uplifting effect on mood and its balancing quality for the nervous system.
On Patchouli.
Earthy.
Woody.
Resinous.
Anchoring.
Supports presence and physical ease.
Traditionally used to calm nervous tension and restore balance.
On Roman Chamomile.
Soft.
Dry.
Golden.
Restorative.
Allows the system to soften and settle.
Traditionally valued for its calming effect on the nervous system.
On Rose.
Warm.
Floral.
Complex.
Harmonising.
Helps settle emotional strain and restore a sense of inner order.
Traditionally used for its balancing effect on the nervous system and its soothing properties for the skin.
On Rosemary.
Cool.
Herbal.
Bright.
Awakening.
Brings clarity to both body and mind.
Traditionally valued for its stimulating and circulation-supporting properties.
On Sandalwood.
Warm.
Woody.
Creamy.
Centering.
Brings warmth and steadiness to the system.
Traditionally used to support calm focus and nervous balance.
On Thyme.
Warm.
Aromatic.
Medicinal.
Restoring.
Helps rebuild strength in periods of depletion.
Traditionally valued for its stimulating and strengthening properties.
On Ylang Ylang.
Sweet.
Floral.
Velvety.
Regulating.
Helps release nervous tension without dulling the senses.
Traditionally valued for its balancing effect on mood, breath and the nervous system.
On Clary Sage.
Warm.
Dry.
Slightly bitter.
Stabilising.
Brings the body back into place.
Traditionally valued for its regulating and stabilising effect on the nervous system.
On Bitter Orange.
Bitter.
Green.
Aromatic.
Clearing.
Helps clear stagnation and restore lightness in the body.
Traditionally valued for its stimulating effect on circulation, digestion and mood.
On Bergamot.
Green.
Radiant.
Citrusy.
Elevating.
Helps release inner heaviness and restore clarity.
Traditionally valued for its balancing effect on mood and nervous tension.
BODY PRACTICES.
The way we stand and move influences how we feel throughout the day. A small adjustment can make us feel more balanced, more present, more at ease in our own bodies.
Our Body Practices invite you to explore this for yourself, through simple movements that fit into almost any moment.
TOES
before you start walking,
lift all ten toes.
place them down again,
one slow moment later.
Take your first step.
Observation
The arch of the foot becomes more active.
BALANCE
while standing,
lean your weight slightly forward... then slightly back.
Stop exactly in the middle.
Stay there for one breath.
Observation
The body's weight settles over the midfoot.
SPACE
when waiting,
spread your toes inside your shoes.
No one will know.
Hold for a moment.
Release.
Repeat once or twice.
Observation
Creating space in the feet often creates space in the mind.
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