Susan Oke (left) & Kyrie Kohlhagen (right) the sister team behind Kindred Self.
Welcome, we’re Kyrie & Susan, the faces behind Kindred Self and we’re so happy you stopped by!
Kindred Self is a South Australian wellness brand fostering balance, connection, and inner harmony amongst daily life demands. Founded by Kyrie Kohlhagen in 2015, our heartfelt business is dedicated to guiding individuals along their journey towards increased mental and emotional well-being.
“People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
How true! This quote by Maya Angelou is one of our absolute favourites, and it perfectly aligns with our core business values. Since the beginning, we’ve been designing and making products to create small mindful moments - helping people to simply feel good.
The story behind our essential oil blends…
Psychotherapist Kyrie Kohlhagen developed the Kindred Self product range to help individuals connect with the simple message of slowing down and practicing self-kindness.
By combining the principles of aromatherapy with mindfulness, each May I Be essential oil blend addresses a different emotional need, while encouraging the user to engage their sense of smell as a means of calming the mind and connecting with their present feelings.
The range includes portable aromatic mists and rollers, allowing individuals to carry them conveniently to work, school, or any other location away from home. Additionally, the diffuser blends offer a simple way to create a balanced and tranquil environment at home when you want to tune out from the world.
Kyrie wholeheartedly believes that each Kindred Self product has the ability to transform into a trusted friend, readily available around the clock to offer support and inner peace whenever needed.
Our six pure essential oil blends formulated to help you to feel good…
May I Inspired
An uplifting blend formulated to inspire and invigorate your mind, body and heart.
Helpful to stimulate your energy and creativity.
Eucalyptus Peppermint Gum, Lime, Lemongrass and Lemon Myrtle.
May I Be Balanced
A balancing blend designed to restore equilibrium to your whole being.
Beneficial for use in moments of stress and high pressure.
Sweet Orange, Lemon, White Grapefruit, Geranium and Jasmine.
May I Be Grounded
A grounding and masculine blend designed to ease stress, anxiety, overwhelm and depression.
Settles the mind and anchors you to the present moment.
Mandarin, Cedarwood, Bergamot, Clary Sage, Lavandin and Vetiver.
May I Be Nurtured
A restorative blend composed to relax, nurture and hugyour entire heart space.
Designed to cultivate a sense of ease, compassion and peace.
Cedarwood, Mandarin, Lavender, Lemon, Lavandin, Bergamot and Chamomile.
May I Be Connected
A centring blend composed to still the mind and connect you to your true self.
Supportive during peaceful meditations and spiritual practice.
Cedarwood, Pink Grapefruit, Sweet Orange, Frankincense, and Rose Absolute.
May I Be Renewed
A sweet and spicy blend formulated to support your overall health and wellbeing.
Helpful to build emotional and physical resilience.
Orange, Clove Leaf, Sweet Fennel, Cinnamon Bark, Cardamom and Pepper.
How to use Kindred Self Products
Pulse Point Rollers
Our Pulse Point Rollers are a portable and safe way to use your favourite Kindred Self blends topically - you can feel supported wherever you go. This is the perfect dilution to frequently roll directly onto your wrists, throat, feet neck, or lovingly over your heart space. Within 20 seconds you will experience a sense of ease, and feel emotionally supported as you navigate life’s challenges.
Rollers are lovely reminder to check-in with self. We recommend following this short mindfulness practice to help promote as sense of internal connection…
Mindfully open the lid and take a deep breath focusing on the aroma.
Roll the oil onto your wrists and allow another deep breath.
Notice the fragrance gently circulating around your nose.
Pause for a few seconds to drop into a place of calm.
In this mindful moment check in … greet yourself with kindness and love. What do you need right now?
This simple practice allows a moment to connect to your breath. As the oils penetrate your skin, your nervous system will naturally respond to the therapeutic properties of the plant oils.
Personal Space Mists
This multi-purpose mists can be used to clear energy in your space, to deodorise a room and to freshen linen. Handy size to pop in the bag, it works just like a portable diffuser - you won't want to leave home without it!
Here’s some ideas on how to make the most of this little bottle of aromatherapy…
Portable Diffuser - great while travelling, car/plane, also to refresh and clear energy in hotel rooms when you arrive (your favourite blend will work wonders).
Refresh your work area and yourself if stuck inside working for long periods.
A great pick me up when exercising, hiking etc mist onto your face and around your body to stay cool.
A linen mist - our May I Be Nurtured is an awesome blend to support a deep sleep, spritz your sheets before hopping into bed.
All natural room freshener - reduce chemicals in your home, try May I Be Inspired to clear any unwanted odours.
Carrying it with you encourages you to allow a mindful moment of self care throughout the day ‘I am breathing in, I am breathing out’ - any blend will do the trick.
Spray as needed and allow the mist to refresh or calm you. Take a deep breath, inhale the scent and pause while the therapeutic plant oils work their magic. What do you feel in this moment?
Diffuser Blends
Kindred Self diffuser blends are 100% natural and pure. They are free from any nasties like synthetic fragrance, parabens or phthalates. It’s our hand on heart promise!
The purity of our oils means they are highly concentrated, so only sparing use is required to enjoy their full quality. For topical use we recommend a 2% dilution with a vegetable or nut oil to help prevent possible skin sensitivity.
Diffuse - Add 3 to 6 drops to your diffuser or oil burner to create a beautiful aromatic backdrop.
Aromatherapy Bath - Dilute 6-12 drops in 1 tablespoon (20ml) carrier oil of your choice, then pour this oil mix into 1 cup of Epsom salts. Hold the cup under the running tap to disperse in the water.
Body / Massage Oil - In a glass container, add 6-12 drops per 1 tablespoon (20ml) carrier oil of your choice, gently mix then massage into your skin.
Store in a cool place out of direct sunlight and keep out of reach of children. It is not advised to ingest our essential oil blends.
If pregnant we suggest diffusing for short periods and reduce topical use. Visit our Oil Education page for more info.
Ultrasonic Diffusers
Ultrasonic Diffusers provide a carefree way to safely introduce essential oils to your environment for all to enjoy. The aromatic mist is a welcome final layer to any space - you will feel hugged and supported all day and all night long!
When using a new blend of essential oils for the first time, we recommend first trying 2-3 drops in your diffuser until you have adjusted to the blend being around you. Once you sense all is well, we recommend using no more than 6 drops in your diffuse.
After a few hours you may not notice the fragrance, however it is still there silently working in the background. (Just like when you wear perfume you can’t smell it after a while but everyone else still can.)
Walk out of the room, then return, and you will notice the aroma again. If you want to increase the aroma you could add another 2 drops to the diffuser after it's been running for a few hours.
Follow this link to learn more about diffusers.
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Thank you for buying handmade and for supporting our small South Aussie business.
Oh … and we love seeing how you spend time with your Kindred Self.