The Journal

Field notes.

Scent science, rituals, and the occasional deep dive — from the Vellum team.

01 Mental Health Awareness Month: Finding Stillness in Scent At Vellum Wellness, we believe wellness isn’t reserved for your “days off.” It’s something you can weave into your everyday — through... VELLUM LIFEMay 13, 2025 02 2025 Self Care Mother's Day Gift Guide This Mother’s Day, we celebrate the women who shaped us. VELLUM LIFEApr 25, 2025 03 Molting during spring - why spring is a time of growth and renewal Just like how a spider or snake molts to shed its old skin, spring represents a time of transformation and renewal. The... VELLUM LIFEMar 20, 2023 04 How to make gratitude a daily practice The best thing about gratitude is that you can practice it any time, anywhere. And really, by expressing gratitude, you’re not only... VELLUM LIFEAug 11, 2021 05 How to feel confident in any situation Confidence is a powerful tool that can help you make a good impression at a first date, earn you a job at... VELLUM LIFEAug 11, 2021 06 Hand Care 101 Hands are our helpers – they feed us, help us work and learn, and they even give us pleasure. Your hands don’t... VELLUM LIFEAug 11, 2021 07 Doomscrolling Over Dreaming? Keeping up with the world is important, but rather than reading 10 different news stories about horrible events around the world, try... VELLUM LIFEAug 11, 2021 08 How to use plant oils at the beach If you opt to use oils at the beach (essential oils or otherwise) make sure that they’re steam distilled in order to... VELLUM LIFEAug 11, 2021 09 Boost your digestive system with these essential oils To prevent indigestion, prior to eating add a few drops of mandarin essential oil and/or bergamot or lemon essential oil to your diffuser, or simply just inhale them... VELLUM LIFEAug 11, 2021 10 Best Essential Oils for Acne Acne is normal. Just about everyone gets it. It sucks, but it’s about time we normalize textured skin. Here are the best... VELLUM LIFEAug 11, 2021