My love of nature
Since I was young, I’ve been most at home surrounded by nature; camping trips with my dad, sister and brother with only a pup tent, are some of my fondest memories. In more recent years, my journey through motherhood and then back to myself has strengthened this connection and has been the catalyst for the birth of Koa.
Respect for our land
My love of the natural world and respect for its healing properties, lead me to create a range of products inspired by centuries-old Rongoā traditions to help alleviate the troubles of the modern world. Te toto o te tangata, he kai; te oranga o te tangata, he whenua - while food provides the blood in our veins, our health is drawn from the land. By focusing on Kawakawa’s healing power, and Magnesium’s restorative energy, Koa aims to rid you of anything standing in the way of your own peace.
Thousands have already experienced relief in sleep, aches and pains, energy levels, skin conditions, recovery, menopause, and many other ailments. You too can bring back some of that happiness that you or someone you love might be missing. This is why I named it Koa, Te Reo Māori for joy and also, perhaps serendipitously, my middle name.
KOA - where the forest meets the sea
At Koa, our key ingredients are sourced with careful attention and intention to protect Papatūānuku. I love that Kawakawa and Magnesium are found in the forest and the sea respectively, as I’ve always found the meeting point of Tāne Mahuta and Tangaroa - where the forest meets the sea - incredibly powerful and inspiring. Even my beautiful children Tasmyn and Niko are named after the sea and tree!
KOA is more than skincare. It’s a daily moment to pause, reconnect with yourself, and feel grounded in the beauty of nature. With every product I create, I hope you feel that same connection and joy that I do.
Let nature in. Let her heal you.
Michelle x