The Journal

Field notes.

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

01 Lemon Essential Oil: Bright Energy, Mental Clarity, and Everyday Renewal There’s a reason lemon is associated with freshness, clarity, and clean beginnings. Lemon essential oil carries that same energy—but in a concentrated,... DiffuserMar 26, 2026 02 Bergamot Essential Oil: The Mood-Lifting Citrus That Balances Mind, Skin, and Energy There are certain scents that don’t just smell good—they change how you feel. Bergamot is one of them. Softly citrus with a... Essential OilMar 26, 2026 03 How to Use a Facial Roller for Lymphatic Drainage: A Gentle Ritual for Skin and Wellness Facial rollers have become a popular part of modern skincare routines, but their origins trace back centuries. For generations, cultures around the... Facial RollerMar 15, 2026 04 The Benefits of Jojoba Oil for Hair: A Natural Approach to Stronger, Healthier Strands Hair care routines often become complicated. Shelves are filled with products promising dramatic transformations—thicker hair, shinier strands, faster growth. Yet many of... Essential OilMar 15, 2026 05 How Scent Rituals Can Improve Focus, Sleep, and Emotional Wellbeing In recent years, wellness conversations have increasingly turned toward mindfulness, mental health, and emotional balance. But one powerful tool often overlooked in... AromachologyMar 15, 2026 06 The Science of Scent: How Aromachology Shapes Mood and Memory Have you ever caught the scent of something familiar and suddenly been transported to another moment in your life? Maybe it was... AromachologyMar 15, 2026 07 PRESS: Aromachology is the New Science of Evoking Memory with Scent When Vellum Wellness first began, aromachology was still a relatively unfamiliar concept to many people. This article explores the science behind scent... PRESSMar 15, 2026 08 PRESS: Vancouver Sun profiles Vellum Wellness A few years ago, the Vancouver Sun featured Vellum Wellness in a conversation about scent, self-care, and the idea of making wellness... PRESSMar 15, 2026 09 A Conversation from the Early Days of Vellum Five years ago, I had the opportunity to sit down with the team at Business Talk Library to talk about something that was... PRESSMar 15, 2026 10 The Art of Aromatherapy: A Deep Dive into the Carrara Aroma Diffuser The Art of Aromatherapy: A Deep Dive into the Carrara Aroma Diffuser When it comes to creating a sanctuary at home, the... DiffuserMar 07, 2026