Somatic Rituals for Mind, Body & Soul
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Grounded in Psychology
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Naturally Rooted in Nature
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Somatic Rituals for Mind, Body & Soul | Grounded in Psychology | Naturally Rooted in Nature |
Ritual as return
Moonshack was founded by Sophia Barton-Pink, a psychotherapist with over two decades of clinical practice. Each formulation is developed through aromatherapy and bioscience – botanical ingredients selected for their sensory quality, skin compatibility, and material integrity. Natural, vegan, cruelty-free. Made in England.
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Scent is experienced differently from our other senses. Unlike sight or sound, smell has a direct pathway to areas of the brain involved in memory and emotional association. This is why certain aromas can feel familiar or evocative, often without conscious effort.
Rather than being processed purely through conscious thought, scent is often registered through association. A particular aroma may recall a place, a person, or a moment in time, shaped by individual experience rather than universal meaning.
At Moonshack, this understanding informs how we work with natural perfume and botanical oils. We approach scent as a sensory experience that can act as a powerful emotional anchor. By consciously pairing our natural perfumes and botanical oils with moments of pause, you can create a personal association between scent and stillness. We approach scent not as a quick fix, but as a sensory reference point that allows you to ground yourself in the present moment.
A familiar aroma can become something easy to return to, creating a recognisable connection with moments of mindful use.
Moonshack blends are created to be experienced in simple everyday moments. This perspective shapes every blend, whether a facial oil used daily, a natural perfume mist worn on the skin, or applied around your personal space. The intention is to cultivate conscious daily rituals and a sense of ease - through scent, botanical care, and the simple act of returning to yourself.
Scent, Memory and Perception.
Using our products and gentle guides, we invite you to create your own peaceful space, your 'moonshack'. A personal retreat where you can align with the natural rhythms of nature.
Natural Fragrance
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Using Scent as a Sensory Anchor
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Supercharged with Intention
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Natural Fragrance | Using Scent as a Sensory Anchor | Supercharged with Intention |
The Intelligence Behind Our Formulations
Informed by the emerging field of neuroscent – the study of how botanical aroma compounds interact with the olfactory system and emotional memory. Each Moonshack formulation is developed with both sensory and material intelligence.
Each botanical ingredient is selected for its sensory quality, material integrity, and its established role within aromatherapy practice. Developed in collaboration with expert aromatherapists and bioscience specialists, every formulation reflects over two decades of psychotherapeutic understanding.
Housed in biophotonic glass to preserve botanical integrity and sensory fidelity.
Key Botanical ingredients
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Lavender is a well-known calming oil and is often regarded as a ‘neuroscent’ – a term used to describe scents that may create a sense of emotional balance and calm. There are clinical studies suggesting it supports better sleep and eases anxiety and stress related discomfort. Research also indicates lavender has the potential to offer relief for those experiencing hormonal changes, such as during menopause.
Our SLEEP MIST is specifically designed to support relaxation. Blending lavender with soothing chamomile and a specially selected formula of oils to promote calm and deep relaxation before bed.
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Sandalwood is both sweet and earthy, with a warm, grounding woody aroma. It is widely regarded as a neuroscent for its potential to support the body’s natural response to stress, promoting relaxation, balance, calm, and mental clarity. Sandalwood is also known for its cleansing properties. It has a long history, having been used for thousands of years in rituals within different cultures and practices. It is an anointing oil commonly used in religious ceremonies and is preferred for meditation and introspection. Sandalwood is believed to have spiritual properties that bring people closer to the divine, adding a spiritual layer to its calming effect.
Our AURA SPRAY combines sandalwood with uplifting citrus and herbal notes, refreshing the air and help supporting a calm, grounded and revitalising atmosphere.
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Bergamot, often called the “happy oil,” is believed to uplift mood, relieve stress, and promote calm. Its citrusy scent is valued for boosting feelings of wellbeing and balancing emotions during moments of tension. Bergamot is a neuroscent we use in all of our products - it’s our spritz of joy to you.
Our TRAVEL MIST blends the refreshing qualities of bergamot with gentle floral and herbal undertones, offering a soothing, clarifying experience wherever you are.
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Botanical Name: Nelumbo nucifera. Plant Origin; India.
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Camellia – Green Tea
Botanical name: Camellia Sinensis
Plant Origin: Japan
Oil taken from leaves.
Extract method: Steam distillation
Type: Essential oil
Aroma: Fresh and sweet green aroma with deeply herbaceous and woody notes and mild floral undertones.
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Item description
*Scent perception is deeply personal, individual experiences may vary.
The finest natural ingredients – organic where we can – selected for their quality, purity, and purpose. From rare White Lotus Absolute to Japanese Camellia Green Tea, every ingredient is chosen with intention and wisdom.
Natural Ingredients
Proudly vegan and cruelty free. Never tested on animals. With our founder having been a vegetarian since the age of twelve, these are not values we adopted – they are who we are. Every ingredient is ethically and responsibly sourced, chosen with deep respect for the natural world.
Vegan & Ethically Sourced
Sustainable Packaging
Housed in Miron Violetglass, which we believe is the worlds finest biophtonic glass. Boxed by Dayfold, within twenty miles of Moonshack. We encourage you to reuse your Miron Violetglass and recycle our packaging – nurturing both your wellbeing and our planet.