Volume 03 / Autumn 2025

Welcome to Autumn.

Oh, how the time has flown since Christmas. It felt like it was only a few weeks ago that we were celebrating the festive season and New Year. 2025 has started off busy and we are full steam ahead into the Autumnal season.

As you may be aware we were featured in the January/ February edition of Australian Geographic. We had a hoot with the journalist Jennifer Johnston and the photographer James Bugg. We spent a few hours talking to Jen about our story and we ventured out onto the property to give her a taste of wild crafting and harvesting for our perfume. When James and his partner came to the property for almost the full day, we welcomed them with our “welcome to land ceremony” at our fire pit. They both enjoyed it and said that it was a memorable experience. It was a blast and for anyone who checked out the photos on the online version, there was a photo with us burning the sage and adding it to our Tasmanian Whisky, so it really was a blast. More on that later, when we show you how this process is done.

We were also interviewed on the Creative Rumble Podcast by the two lovely ladies Laura and Nadia. That was a fun experience as well, no fires though. There we were able to express our creative inspirations and part of the back story about Malano, how perfume is inspired and crafted and some other key anecdotes for living an inspired and creative life.

We have a few projects on the go and the Malano Team are working hard in the background to ensure that these projects are realised in an efficient time frame and manner.

We have another 3 Cigar perfumes releasing soon. The first one will be our floral cigar, which is a stunning array of flowers and spice, that’s coming in the next week or so. The roll-on perfumes have been a hit and oh, the new oil reeds look gorgeous.

We will have some news to bring to you over the course of the next few months, as things occur, we will be sure to announce them on the socials and website, so stay tuned for another exciting year ahead!

Until next time, stay well, may peace be with and many blessings to all.

Maryka & Mase xx

 

EVERYDAY WELLNESS

Did you know that Rosemary is not just great for culinary purposes?

Rosemary has been considered and used by many cultures from ancient civilisations right through to today’s society, as folk and herbal medicine for various ailments and conditions.
Read More Rosemary for Improved Cognitive Health, Hair Growth & Overall Wellness



 

Getting a good and restful nights sleep is just as important as our diets and exercising, not to mention needing to have quality mental/physical rest and relaxation time. So why is it so hard to get all three of these important parts in our daily routines? Read more Transform Your Rest & Relaxation

 

Make Your Own DIY De-Stress Oil Blend

We wanted to share a recipe with you so that you can make your own De-Stress Essential Oil blend that you can easily make at home.

With carefully selected oils known for their calming, mood and mind balancing properties, this blend is perfect for creating tranquillity, relieving stress and anxiety and balancing the mind.
Let’s dive in and create a little pocket of peace in your day!

4 drops	Boronia Absolute 3% in carrier oil – Boronia clears unhappy thoughts, provides clarity and assists with feeling calm.
3 drops	Tuberose Absolute – Has a mind balancing effect and helps anxiety.
3 drops	Violet Absolute - Mental and emotional benefits include; peaceful states, calmness and reflective meditative experiences.
3 drops	Carnation Absolute – Calms the mind and balances moods.
3 drops	Lavender Tasmanian angustifolia – Relieves irritability, balances and calms the mind.
3 drops	Sweet Fennel Tasmanian – Fortifies courage and aids in relaxation.
3 drops	Coastal Tea Tree Tasmanian – Overall wellbeing, reduces feelings of stress and calms the mind.
2 drops	Cedarwood Himalayan – Calming effects and sedating.
2 drops	Frankincense Carterii – Soothing, fortifying, relieves stress and tension.
4 drops	Calabrian Bergamot – Beneficial for tense and anxious people.
2 drops	Ylang Ylang – Relieves stress, balances the body and mind.
2 drops	Patchouli – Is a great mood balancer.
4 drops	Blood Orange – Relieves stress and anxiety.
2 drops	Sandalwood (Santalum album) 3% in carrier oil – Relieves anxiety, calms the mind, and balances the emotions.

 

Mix all of the oils into an amber bottle or jar.
Store in a cool, dry, dark place.

When wanting to use, use not more than 10% of the oil blend in a medium such as coconut oil or a diffuser/humidifier.

If you would like to use the de-stress oil blend as a rub, you can use a solid organic coconut oil with no more than 2% of the oil. If using for children, do not use for children under 2 years of age.

There are a number of people who should avoid essential oils or at least obtain the correct advice. They include: People who are pregnant, babies, people with Hypertension, people with Epilepsy or a Neural Disease and pets. You must always seek out and research the correct information regarding oils.

If you are implementing routines into your daily life and are still finding that you are struggling with your health, please consider consulting your doctor if you have any concerns.

Please remember to use all oils as directed and always follow safety instructions.

Essential oils are listed as a chemical by the Therapeutics Goods Administration (TGA). The reason they are called chemicals is that they contain volatile chemical compounds from plants. (Remember that not all chemicals are demons!)

Disclaimer
These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease or illness. Individuals receiving this information must exercise their independent judgement in determining its appropriateness for a particular purpose or use.

10 Reasons Why Our Organic, Sustainable, Handmade & Slow-Aged Luxury Perfumes Are More Than Just A “Scent”…

#1
Scent as Memory – Fragrance has the power to evoke deep emotions and transport you to cherished moments in time.

#2
A Ritual of Self-Care – Applying our perfume becomes an intentional, daily act of self-love and mindfulness.

#3
A Signature of Individuality – Mass-market perfumes fade into the crowd, but our unique, unisex blends let you stand apart.

#4
Investment in Wellness – Wearing an organic perfume means choosing health, avoiding endocrine-disrupting synthetics.

#5
Emotional Storytelling – Every scent tells a story, evoking emotions and personal journeys beyond just a pleasant aroma.

#6
Artisanal Craftsmanship – Each bottle is a work of art, representing hours of skilled craftsmanship carefully blended and aged by hand by our in-house perfumer, for longer lasting, ultimate luxury. Each bottle is a testament to keeping traditional perfumery alive.

#7
Slow-Aged for Depth – Unlike mass-produced perfumes, our slow aging process enhances complexity and richness. More than just a fragrance, our perfumes represent a movement towards mindful, ethical indulgence. Our slow-aging process aligns with an intentional lifestyle, embracing quality over quantity, resulting in longer lasting wear from every spritz.

#8
Earth-Friendly, Cruelty-Free & Ethical Ingredients - We source only organic, sustainable ingredients, our perfumes are safe for your skin and soul. Our perfumes are never tested on animals, honouring compassion and ethical beauty.

#9
No Harmful Synthetics – Free from parabens, phthalates, and toxic chemicals, ensuring purity in every drop.

10
100% Tasmanian Made & Owned – Our brand is connected with natural landscapes and a culture of craftsmanship. Standing for authenticity, high quality, sustainability, ethical sourcing, and organic purity, our high-end, luxury products coupled with our ethical business practices, align with the ever-growing global consumer demand for sustainable shopping options.

 

Maryka Malano - a glimpse behind the scenes

"We make our perfumes the old-fashioned way" (Australian Geographic - #184 Jan/Feb 2025).

We use three main techniques of extraction as each has it's own specific advantages, for our limited edition Tasmanian perfume, with the flora being harvested from our bushland property, over a few years to minimise over harvesting.

The method of extraction we choose, is based on the type of fragrance we wish to encapsulate & the characteristics of the raw biomass used.

Today I want to share with you the process of water distillation.

So what is water distillation exactly?

We utilise water distillation using an old-style alchemical distiller, the yield is a lot smaller per distillation. Through this process steam is passed through the plant material, causing the essential oils to evaporate.

The steam & essential oil vapour are then condensed back into a liquid form, with the essential oil floating at the top of the water.

The value in using this technique, is in that it is best for plants that can withstand high temperatures. We utilise this method for blue gum eucalyptus, sage, spearmint, lavender & our prostanthera sieberi mint.

We don't use water distillation for delicate flowers such as jasmine, rose & tube rose. For these types of flora, we use the enfleurage technique.

Keep your eyes out for our posts across our social media on our enfleurage process. You can follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Threads and X - you’ll find us as MalanoAustralia.

For more information on what we do, head to our site & go to the Explore section where you will find information on ingredients we use, our blog, products we make, things you can do for everyday wellness & much, much more.

Tabitha. - a glimpse behind the scenes of our Creative Designer.

We have been meaning to introduce Tabitha for a while now. Where do we start with how amazing she is.

Tabitha joined the Malano family in April 2022 and has hit the ground running with some magnificent work. There is much more to come, so stay tuned for 2025, it’s going to be big! 

Before coming onboard here at Malano, Tabitha spent 18 years as a Qualified Early Childhood Educator, she says, that she kind of fell into it, but we know that she did it exceptionally well. From her childhood, she was always a creative and had a passion for art, drawing and music, and in expressing her wonderful talent.

“Around 2014, I was ready for a career change. I was looking for ways to move beyond the childcare sector. So, I began my Bachelor’s degree in Visual Communication (Graphic Design) and minored in Electronic Media where I could dive into my passion for art and design. For the duration of my studies, I remained in Childcare, but always knew that the day would come whereby, I would want to move into a creative role as my future career and being a part of a field where I really wanted to be and grown in for a living.  

When Covid struck, I remained in the childcare sector working full time and began looking for creative work while continuing to build my art and design portfolio, all along continuing to learn about design.”

After things started to settle, we knew that Tabitha would be a perfect fit for the Malano family and it was time to say goodbye to her childcare career and a massive “HELLO!” to being our Creative Designer.

“When the opportunity came along to work for Malano, I couldn’t refuse! 3 years later and I am still having an absolute ball and loving learning and growing along with the team.”

Tabitha has an exceptional understanding of our concepts and is able to bring her expertise and ideas to life, we are sure that you love her work as much as we do!

 

 

SOULFUL & VERSATILE AUTUMN RECIPE

Easy & Delicious Tomato, Onion & Butter Pasta Sauce
shared by Tabitha, our Creative Designer.

Ingredients:

1x 801g or 2x 400g - tins of Roma Tomatoes
1x - Large Onion
70-80g - Butter (unsalted, salted is ok too)
Salt
Sugar

Pasta of your choice if you want to also make a pasta dish.

Method:

- Place your tomatoes into a pot

- Peel the onion, keeping the roots attached and place the onion into the pot. You can add the onion whole or cut in half, as long as the roots are attached. This makes it easier to get the onion out later on.

- Add the 70-80g butter to the pot

- Lightly season with salt

- Add a small pinch of sugar

- Place on medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer, then lower the heat to medium-low.

- Let simmer for around 45 minutes remembering to stir occasionally so it doesn’t stick to the pot.

- When cooked and all of the flavours have melded nicely together, mash the tomatoes by gently pushing them against the side of the pot until you make a nice sauce.

- Remove the Onion (sometimes it’s nice to gently squeeze the onion to get the juices from it for the sauce)

- Adjust the salt levels to your liking and add a little more sugar if the sauce is tart. (this can sometimes happen if the tomatoes or the onions are more on the tart side)

You can use fresh tomatoes instead of canned ones. They will just need a longer cooking time until they are tender and easy to mash.

 

Adding Pasta

- Boil a pot of water, making sure to thoroughly season it with salt (it should taste salty)

- Add your choice of pasta and cook until just cooked (or to your liking)

- Once the pasta is cooked, add 2-3 tablespoon of the pasta water into your pasta sauce and stir it through.

- Drain your pasta then add it to the sauce, stirring your pasta through the sauce to evenly coat.

- Dish up and add some parmigiano reggiano (parmesan) cheese, if you desire. A crack of black pepper is nice also. Serve and Enjoy!

If you would like to add mince to your dish, fry up your mince separately as the sauce is cooking. Once cooked through, add the meat and let the sauce continue to cook for the 45 minutes then Serve and Enjoy.

You can also add other protein to this dish as well, the possibilitiesare endless with this sauce!

 

Enjoy!

 

 

Have something you’d like us to include? We’d love to hear from you! If you have a question, concern or something that you would like to read or know more about, please do not hesitate to drop us an email admin@malano.com.au or you can also reach out through our website or on social media. Someone in our team will be in touch with you as soon as we are able.