My Handmade Journey: Behind the Scenes at Bath & Being

My studio in Arekere isn't a sterile lab. It’s where I spend hours testing textures, dealing with failed batches, and sometimes crying over a stubborn emulsifier at 2 AM. It is messy, real, and completely made by hand.

I left my 9-to-5 job because I wanted my desk to smell like lavender instead of stress. That decision led me to start Bath & Being, and it has been a wild ride ever since. I have sold over 5,000 candles and thousands of skincare products, but every single item still passes through my hands in my Bangalore studio.

My inspiration comes from my grandmother, Ajji, who taught me to value simple traditions. That is why I do not use industrial machinery or harsh synthetic chemicals. I rely on cold-pressed oils, raw plant butters, and pure essential oils. When you buy from me, you are not getting a product that sat in a warehouse for months. You are getting something fresh, made in small batches by someone who cares about the ingredients as much as you do.

It is not always easy. Balancing the formulation of a new turmeric facewash or a hemp-infused balm while managing the logistics of a growing brand is a constant learning process. However, the feedback from my community makes the late nights worth it. I am not here to push products on you. I am here to help you turn your daily routine into a grounding ritual. If you are curious about what goes into your jars, or if you want to know why I choose specific clays and butters, I am happy to chat about it. Transparency is the only way I know how to work.