Ode to Self Natural Perfume
Ode to Self is a Brisbane-based natural perfumery founded by naturopath Laura Ballin, blending botanical artistry with holistic self-care. Each fragrance is carefully formulated by Ballin using her naturopathic background, with a focus on mindfulness, emotional well-being, and personal ritual. Grounded in eco-conscious values and aged to deepen complexity, Ode to Self offers a fragrance experience that’s as intentional as it is transformative—a quiet invitation to return to yourself.
Honour your health and feel at home in your body
“Self-care is at the heart and soul of Ode to self. The relationship we share with ourselves is often forgotten, impaired or entirely non-existent; particularly in a society that has a tight tether on perfectionism.
As this self-relationship can strongly influence body and mind, it has a pivotal role in overall health. I have experienced both sides of the coin when it comes to a healthy self-relationship. Through my experience, knowledge and creativity, I aim to assist those returning home to themselves”.
~ Laura Ballin, Founder and Owner
Committed to creating 100% natural perfume for the modern being
Ode to Self perfumes are formulated and hand-crafted by Laura Ballin, an Australian Naturopath that values the benefits of natural beauty. Each scent provides therapeutic intention to inspire self-connection and encourage rituals for the self.
Crafted using traditional perfumery methods, offering a genuine and pure scent that respects the delicate art of perfumery. We don’t cut corners — It’s just pure perfume, as nature intended.
Botanical extracts are aged in organic sugarcane alcohol for a minimum of three months, creating a truly special Eau de Parfum with depth, complexity and longevity.
Ode to Self perfumes DO NOT contain any petrochemicals, synthetic fragrance, phthalates, parabens, known endocrine disruptors, colouring agents or other synthetics.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ode to Self is an Australian natural perfumery handcrafting small-batch, 100% natural parfums in Queensland, Australia. Founded by naturopath Laura Ballin, Ode to Self creates slow-made, cruelty-free fragrances using mindfully sourced botanicals. The range has been featured in British Vogue and Vanity Fair and includes perfume oils and eau de parfums across four signature scents: Ardour, Ethereal, Unfurl and Second Skin.
Ode to Self is a reminder to take care of ourselves, to have our selves as the most special muse and find ways to honour and love ourselves more and more every, single day.
Ode to Self offers four signature natural fragrances; Ardour, Ethereal, Unfurl & Second Skin - available in both perfume oil and eau de parfum spray formats. A sample set featuring all four scents in both formats is also available. Each scent is handcrafted in small batches in Australia using 100% natural, mindfully sourced botanical ingredients.
Yes. All Ode to Self perfumes are 100% natural, handcrafted in Australia, cruelty-free and made in small batches from mindfully sourced botanical ingredients. The brand is committed to slow, intentional perfumery with full transparency about values and ingredients. The Founder, Laura Ballin, has a home studio in QLD where she creates and makes all of the beautiful perfumes so she can be close to her family and live her passion for natural living.
Yes. Ode to Self offers a sample set featuring 1ml samples of all four fragrances in both eau de parfum and perfume oil formats. You also receive a $20 Sensoriam discount code when you purchase any mini set, ready for your full size choice. The Ode to Self sample set is available at Sensoriam in Australia.
Ode to Self perfumes are available at Sensoriam, an Australian natural perfume and sensory experience retailer & marketplace. Sensoriam curates a selection of the world's finest 100% natural perfume brands, with Australia and international shipping available. Sensoriam is curated by Natural Perfume expert, Jessica Kiely.