Kohekohe Balance

WHAT IT IS

Kohekohe Balance is a nurturing Rongoā Māori botanical balm designed to support wāhine through the cycles and changing stages of life.

Kohekohe is a native botanical of Aotearoa traditionally valued within Rongoā Māori for wāhine wellbeing, particularly in relation to the puku, womb, reproductive health and hormonal balance.

From menstruation and the reproductive years through pregnancy, post-pēpi care, motherhood, menopause and later life, Kohekohe Balance has been created to nurture the changing needs of the female body.

It may also be incorporated into trauma-informed care for wāhine reconnecting with their bodies following difficult experiences, including sexual trauma.

At its heart, Kohekohe Balance is about balance, restoration and supporting wāhine through every cycle of life.

WHAT IT DOES

Kohekohe Balance is designed to support hormonal and oestrogen balance as wāhine move through the different cycles and stages of life.

Gently massaged over the puku and womb area, it provides warmth, comfort and relaxation while supporting wāhine experiencing period cramps, lower puku tension, hormonal fluctuations, mood changes and endometriosis-related discomfort.

Its focus on hormonal wellbeing makes it particularly relevant during times when oestrogen naturally changes, including menstruation, reproductive transitions, post-pēpi changes, perimenopause and menopause.

Kohekohe Balance also creates an intentional space for wāhine to reconnect with the puku, tinana and wairua, bringing together Rongoā Māori plant knowledge, touch and self-care to support physical and emotional balance.

WHAT IT SUPPORTS

• Wāhine through every cycle and stage of life
• Hormonal and oestrogen balance
• Menstrual cycle wellbeing
• Period cramps and lower puku tension
• Endometriosis-related discomfort
• Reproductive and womb-centred wellbeing
• Pre-pēpi and post-pēpi care
• Postpartum reconnection and restoration
• Perimenopause and menopause
• Mood fluctuations associated with hormonal changes
• Emotional balance and relaxation
• Wāhine reconnecting with their bodies following trauma
• Trauma-informed care following experiences of sexual harm
• Grounding and nervous system relaxation
• Mirimiri and intentional puku care
• Connection between tinana, hinengaro and wairua

BENEFITS

• Supports hormonal and oestrogen balance
• Supports wellbeing through changing hormonal cycles
• Provides soothing comfort during period cramps and menstrual discomfort
• Supports relaxation of the lower puku through gentle massage
• Provides supportive care during endometriosis-related discomfort
• Supports wāhine through perimenopause and menopause
• Provides nurturing pre- and post-pēpi care
• Creates a calming ritual during mood fluctuations and emotional changes
• Encourages reconnection with the puku and body
• Complements trauma-informed wellbeing practices
• Supports grounding, relaxation and emotional ease
• Nourishes and moisturises the skin
• Grounded in Rongoā Māori knowledge and wāhine wellbeing

HOW TO USE

Warm a small amount between the palms and gently massage over the puku and womb area using slow, intentional circular movements.

Use throughout the different cycles and stages of life as needed — during menstruation, periods of hormonal change, pre- and post-pēpi care, perimenopause, menopause or whenever the body needs additional nurturing and grounding.

Kohekohe Balance may also be incorporated into mirimiri and wāhine-centred care to support relaxation, reconnection and balance between tinana, hinengaro and wairua.

SENSORY NOTES

A soft, nurturing botanical balm that melts into the skin, creating a comforting and grounding experience through intentional touch and gentle botanical aromatics.

More than skincare, Kohekohe Balance is a wāhine wellbeing rongoā created to honour the changing physical, hormonal and emotional needs of the female body from one stage of life to the next.

For external use only. Patch test before first use.