Brand story
SAHAJAN
WHO
Lisa Mattam
WHAT
Derived from the Hindi word for “intuitive”—and formulated hand in hand with leading Ayurvedic doctors—Sahajan is an evidence-based skincare line that merges ancient science with powerful plant ingredients.
WHEN
2015
WHERE
Toronto, Ontario
WHY
It all started with a question Lisa asked herself: “Why am I willing to put something on my skin that I wouldn’t want on my child’s?” Designed to inspire mindful living, Sahajan offers the best of both worlds: safe, sophisticated formulas that support harmonious, healthy skin.
Q&A
Hometown?
Toronto, Ontario.
Caffeine fix?
Oat milk latte—hands down!
Myers-Briggs type?
ENFJ.
Most-used app?
WhatsApp.
Go-to condiment?
Homemade green chutney. I put it on everything.
Favorite city?
Paris.
Podcast rec?
You’re Wrong About.
On your nightstand?
Water, lip balm, and books.
Autobiography title?
She Chose Her Own Adventure.
Feel-good ritual?
Turmeric latte, Netflix, and a long sleep.
Creative outlet?
Dancing.
Happy place?
My dad’s childhood home in Kerala, India.
Biggest comfort?
My family.
Genie wish?
To bring peace to others.
Life advice?
Syed Balkhi said it best: “Kindness is the new cool.”