How to Switch to Natural Perfumes

By Jessica Kiely, Founder Sensoriam

Perfume has always felt personal to me. It’s not just a finishing touch—it’s memory, identity, and emotion, all bottled up. The scent we wear becomes our invisible signature, the thing people associate with us. And that’s why the thought of switching perfumes can feel so intimidating. How do you give up something that feels so entwined with who you are?

I want to tell you something: you don’t actually give anything up. You simply get to discover something new. There is a whole world of 100% natural perfumes out there, and they are every bit as beautiful, complex, and luxurious as the mainstream ones you might be used to. Crafted from botanicals, resins, flowers, and woods, they carry a richness that feels alive—and aligned.

Why I Switched (and Why You Might Too)

For me, it came down to health and the planet. Conventional perfumes are often full of synthetic chemicals—hidden under that little word “fragrance”—that research has linked to things like hormone disruption, allergies, and even long-term health risks. And when we spray them, they don’t just sit on our skin. They float into the air, contributing to indoor and outdoor pollution, and wash down into our waterways affecting aquatic life.

Natural perfumes are different. They’re transparent—you know what’s in them. No hidden cocktails, no waiting twenty years to find out whether something is toxic. Just plants, distilled into beauty.

How to Start Your Own Journey

Switching isn’t something you need to do overnight. Think of it as a gentle, curious journey—one that can actually be really fun. Here’s what worked for me (and might work for you too):

1. Notice what you love.
Look at the perfumes you already wear. Do you always gravitate towards vanilla? Citrus? Woods? Those are your anchors. You’ll find natural scents with the same notes that feel familiar but more alive.

2. Explore with guidance.
I always suggest doing a scent quiz (like the one on our website) to narrow down options. It’s such an easy way to discover scents that match your vibe.

3. Play with minis.
Start small. Try discovery sets or 2ml samples. Wear them on your skin at different times of day, even throughout your cycle. Naturals evolve with you—they breathe, they change, they reveal themselves slowly.

4. Relearn longevity.
Here’s the thing: natural perfumes don’t stick for 12+ hours the way synthetics do. Most last 4–6 hours—and that’s a good thing. It means no chemical fixatives. I carry a mini roll-on or spray in my bag for reapplication, and honestly, I’ve come to love that little ritual.

5. Take someone along.
This journey is even more fun with a friend or partner. Smell together, compare impressions, share memories—it becomes a story you both get to tell.

6. Notice the shift.
As you move away from synthetics, your nose will change. Those artificial scents bombard us constantly and dull our senses. Without them, you’ll start to notice the nuance—the subtler, layered beauty of natural perfumes. And that’s when the magic really happens.

More Than Just Perfume

What I love most is that natural perfumes are more than scent. They’re stories. They’re rituals. They’re like aromatherapy in a bottle—able to calm, energise, seduce, or ground you, depending on the botanicals inside.

And here’s my little warning: don’t be fooled by the “clean” perfume marketing out there. Many of them still use synthetics. If it isn’t 100% natural, then you’re still in the experiment. That’s why I created Sensoriam—a place where you can trust that everything is truly, fully natural.

So if you’re ready to explore, know this: you don’t lose yourself when you switch. You simply discover another version of yourself—more natural, more alive, more you.

With Love, From Nature. 

Black Chicken Remedies Deodorant - Pink Axilla

I just trialled and tested an awesome, VEGAN, toxin-free deodorant that actually works!
So if you don’t want to read a long detailed post I thought, I do the rave right at the start.

Black Chicken Remedies AXILLA DEODAORANT PASTE Barrier Booster is the new deodorant of my choice.

It works. It smells delicious. It contains no crap. It’s vegan! It doesn’t irritate my very sensitive skin.
( if you aren’t super sensitive, get the original formula which is supposed to be even harder working!)

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and while I am not usually a fan of all sorts of brands and business jumping on all sorts of cancer wagons ( often companies who sell very toxic or questionable products)
Underarm deodorant is a product that has been linked to breast cancer many times and if you know anything about me then it is that I am passionate about toxin-free beauty products.
Therefore I am proud to support the Black Chicken Remedies Pink Axilla Mission!

Turning a fabulous shade of pink, this October the award-winning and trusted Axilla

Deodorant Paste, in both Original AND Barrier Booster for sensitive skin, will donate $2 to National Breast Cancer Foundation NBCF

for every jar sold.

Given the armpit (Axilla) is in such close proximity to breast tissue, choosing a safe and effective deodorant should be a priority.

To effectively neutralise odour, Axilla Natural Deodorant Paste uses a blend of natural

and organic ingredients and essential oils, with a formula free from Parabens,

Aluminium Salts and other harmful chemicals.

Parabens are a class of preservatives found widely in cosmetic and pharmaceutical products

that have weak estrogen-like properties, and estrogen is a female hormone known to cause

breast cells (both normal and cancerous) to grow and divide.

Aluminium salts act as a sweat inhibitor through clogging up the pores, especially

harmful given sweat is essential for the body to cool down and release toxins like heavy

metals.

Axilla Deodorant Paste is also free from Propylene Glycol, which can cause irritation on

broken or damaged skin and system toxicity, and Triclosans that have been linked to an

abnormal endocrine system, thyroid hormone signalling and weakening of the immune

system.

So why would you risk it?

For those with sensitive skin, the ‘Barrier Booster’ option is Bicarbonate Soda free and

formulated with natural ingredients rich in lipids and fatty acids, essential for healthy cells to

help strengthen sensitive skin.

For those seeking more confidence in combating underarm odour, there is Australia’s first

natural deodorant paste ‘Original’ formula, already used under 800,000 armpits and

counting.

Suitable for all women, men and teens, purchasing Axilla Natural Deodorant Paste is naturally

the smarter option when you want to safely neutralise body odour AND contribute to funding

the NBCF goal of *zero deaths from Breast Cancer by 2030.

Do a Mighty Act of Pinkness, purchase a pink edition jar for yourself or someone you care about whether it’s your mum, sister, bestie, daughter, wife or partner.

You’re not only supporting breast cancer research, but you’re sharing a highly effective and safe natural deodorant with those you care about.

( PLEASE NOTE THIS IS NOT A PAID POST! ALL OPINIONS ARE MY OWN AND HAVENT BEEN INFLUENCED)

Exploring Aboriginal Bodycare - Litya

Many of the fantastic brands and natural products that I have discovered are using native Australian botanicals, and I have experienced how potent and great these plants can be.

Litya is an all Aboriginal Brand, which is Australian owned and made and I was quite excited to give their beautiful natural products a try.

One day Faye had a surprisingly long nap. After all, my most important tasks were done, I headed to the bathroom for a quick pampering session.

That shower felt like a Spa Day, (Mamas you know what I mean, right?)

So they are tucked away for this particular moment of uninterrupted shower time for Mum and make me feel fabulous. My skin approved, too and felt silky and happy.

These products surely work on the senses, and my skin looked radiant and hydrated afterwards.

None of their product is tested on animals. All the ingredients have been sustainably sourced and are mainly organic.

However, NOT all products are vegan.

A few contain Beeswax, Honey or Shell Powder.

They are clean/non-toxic with no synthetic fragrances and contain high-quality ingredients.

Some contain shell powder/mother of pearl extracts. These are a by-product of discarded pearl shells and therefore still sustainable.

So vegans, read the label and choose the fantastic variety of all vegan products they have to offer.

A Zero Waste Cleansing Revolution - Santé by Enjo

If you know me than you know that I am big on resusable items.

So naturally I was pretty excited to try the new makeup removing pads by Santé by Enjo.

I used cloth nappies for our baby and washable baby wipes and I try to bring my keep cup when grabbing a coffee on the go.

It’s all the little things that make a difference! Zerowaste items are always a winner. I am by no means perfect though and there are lots of things I do regularly that aren’t green. Like everyone I am trying my best and taking steps to better myself all the time.

Back to business:

I received a whole set of reusable, washable, makeup removers by Santé by Enjo.
Best invention, ever?

Well at least one of the best invevtilns within the beauty space.
I have used reusable wipes and also cleaning cloths before and they have all been great.
These are from outstanding quality though. It’s also great they come as a set.

They come without packaging and arrive in a mesh bag, which is also used to wash the pads. You can simply throw the whole bag with the used pads in the washing machine.

First let me tell you about the looks and specs:

They are generously sized fluffy disks, that come in a variety of colours. The size is really great and makes them easy to use and efficiant in removing makeup. They are a seamless design, you can easily use both sides and all angles for makeup removal.
The fluffy appearance doesn’t dissapoint, they are SUPER soft. And they feel luxurious on the skin.
Another pro is that they are Handmade in Austria. You can really feel the high quality.

Use:
Simply add water and remove makeup in circular motions!
If you are using water resistant makeup you can use a little pure coconut oil first to melt into your skin, massage into eyelashes etc. so that you can loosen any water resistant makeup. Then you can use your makeup remover disk with water as usual to wipe away all makeup residue. Too easy!

Sustainability/Eco/Ethical Factor:

Reusable
Washable
No Packaging
Made in Austria / no slave/child labour/ no sweatshops/ sustainable practices Very high quality and durability
Saves the use of makeup remover products, which further reduces waste and resources

My Thoughts:

My skin felt really clean and clear after using the cleansing pads, even without the use of a cleansing product.
I am personally only wearing very light makeup, yet they also worked well to remove makeup on my clients and models.

Easy to wash in the little bag and just all round a great product!

Definitely recommended to get your hands on some! Use this link or Code:  LIVLUNDELIUS at checkout for a free bonus gift with your order!

You are welcome! 

Disclaimer:
The link used is an affiliate link, which means that I am earning a small commission on each sale at no cost to you.

I have not been paid nor influenced in my honest opinion and I will always only recommend products I truly love!

The commission is used to support my small business and this blog and your support is highly appreciated!

Scout Organic Makeup Chubby Pencil Love

Scout Cosmetics is an Australian Organic Makeup Brand with clean ingredients and I was intrigued by all the chubby pencils.

Pencils with cream products are just SO easy to use, perfect for real people, mums, travellers and others having a life to live and not hours to spend on their makeup.

But even as a pro-artist these products come in handy and are quick to sanitize with a sharpener and won't require brushes.

I tried the Pure Colous Lip Liner pencil in Pink which doubles as a beautiful Eyeshadow Pencil and Lipstick. Acutally, you can use them on the cheek too, if the colour is suitable.
The Eyeliner Chubbi Pencil and the Corrector Pencils were a real hit too. The texture and pigment are fantastic in all of them. Definitely professional quality. They are easy to blend and have a good staying power for a cream product. All these products are vegan too!

This was my first time trying Scout Cosmetics and I will totally be happy to try out more from this range and recommend it!