JOURNAL

  • A chat with Gracie Manktelow

    by MM Mcleod

    A journey to self-love. We chatted to good vibes gal, Gracie Manktelow on self-love, inspiring others and her go-to affirmations to feel fab.

  • A chat with Aotea Founder, Tama Toki

    by MM Mcleod

    We chatted to Aotea Founder, Tama Toki about the principle of Tikanga Māori, how it can be applied to a modern setting and how it intertwines in every aspect of Aotea's brand ethos and manufacturing processes. 

  • A chat with Rosie Trott

    by M Mcleod

    Rosie Trott’s images are unlike many of the whitewashed, high exposure images you see on social media. By contrast, her work is characterised by a distinct earthiness peppered with smatterings of natural, mottled light. The palette is organic, and the mood is, well, moody.

    We chat to her about coffee, her candid aesthetic and channelling nature. 

  • Talking empowerment with Tarikura Kapea

    by M Mcleod

    In honour of International Women's Day, we chatted with our go-to wellness guru, Tari Kapea (of @ahi.wellness) on how she defines empowerment, tips on maintaining a strong sense of self and her empowerment journey. 

  • What to look for in a natural sunscreen

    by M Mcleod
    Rain or shine, summer or winter; a good sunscreen should form the basis for any skincare routine. Read more about what to look for in your natural sunscreen.
    Posted in sunscreen

  • Why you need an oil cleanser in your skincare routine

    by M Mcleod

    Although it may seem counterintuitive, using a natural oil cleanser offers many balancing, hydrating and decongesting benefits for the skin. Find out the many benefits of oil cleansing.

  • Transitioning into a clean skincare routine

    by M Mcleod
    At Kind, believe that what you apply to your skin is as important as what you put in your body. This idea is well-supported given that the skin plays such a huge role in overall health. 
    Posted in clean beauty

  • A good drop: the many skincare benefits of Mānuka Honey & Mānuka Oil

    by M Mcleod

    When it comes to the newest and greatest skincare ingredients, it can be hard to sort the genuinely efficacious from the fad. But when it comes to popular Mānuka Honey and lesser known Mānuka Oil, the skincare benefits really do live up to the buzz.

    Posted in clean beauty, manuka honey, manuka oil