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Article: Federation x Somekind Edit: Soy Candles, Eau De Parfum + Body Care

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Federation x Somekind Edit: Soy Candles, Eau De Parfum + Body Care

Some products do more than sit on a shelf. They quietly shift the mood of a room, the feel of your routines, and the way your home comes together day to day. That is exactly what Federation x Somekind delivers: elevated essentials with clean design, refined fragrance, and a minimal aesthetic that looks beautiful in kitchens, bathrooms and bedrooms.

Woman holding a Somekind eau de parfum bottle

In this edit you will find NZ-made hand and body care in glass bottles with black powder-coated pumps, a modern unisex Eau De Parfum, and a trio of pure soy candles poured into frosted black glass with up to 75 hours burn time. It is the kind of range you will actually use, and actually want to leave out.

Shop the full edit here: Federation x Somekind collection


Why we love Federation x Somekind

Designed to live out on the bench

Somekind hand and body wash bottle displayed on a white plinth

This range is intentionally minimal. The glass bottles, black powder-coated pumps, frosted black candle vessels and matte black packaging all create a calm, cohesive look. These are pieces that elevate a space simply by being there.

Fragrance that feels balanced and wearable

Hand holding a Somekind eau de parfum bottle

Everything in this edit is designed to feel modern and easy to live with. The scents are refined, not overpowering. Nothing too sweet, nothing too sharp, just beautifully composed fragrance for daily life.

Everyday routines that feel more intentional

Hand holding a Somekind hand and body wash bottle

A hand wash becomes a reset. Moisturiser becomes part of your evening wind-down. A candle becomes the cue that the house is shifting into calmer energy. This is everyday luxury in its most useful form.

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Start at the sink: NZ-made hand and body care

Found You Hand and Body Wash 500ml

Somekind hand and body wash in a cream glass bottle with a black pump

A refreshing hand and body wash formulated and made in New Zealand with aloe vera and green coffee bean extract to gently cleanse. Vitamin E is part of the formulation, and hands are left feeling soft.

Key features:

  • Aloe vera to help soothe and hydrate

  • Green coffee bean extract

  • Vitamin E to nourish and protect

  • Formulated without SLS, SLES or parabens

  • 500ml glass bottle with black powder-coated stainless steel pump

Shop: Found You Hand and Body Wash

Found You Hand and Body Moisturiser 500ml

Somekind hand and body moisturiser in a white glass bottle with a black pump

A lightweight moisturiser made in New Zealand, enriched with sweet almond oil and cocoa butter. Aloe vera, vitamin E and a stable form of vitamin C are also part of the formulation.

Key features:

  • Sweet almond oil to soften and nourish

  • Aloe vera to maintain hydration

  • Cocoa butter and vitamin E to support skin softness

  • Green coffee extract

  • Vitamin C derivative (Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate)

  • 500ml glass bottle with black powder-coated stainless steel pump

Shop: Found You Hand and Body Moisturiser

For a full sink-side refresh, browse: Hand wash and body care


A modern unisex perfume: Found You Eau De Parfum 100ml

Hands holding a Somekind gift box and an eau de parfum bottle

If you have been looking for a fragrance that feels captivating but effortless, Found You Eau De Parfum is the one. Described as woody, ambery and citrus, it sits perfectly in the middle: not too sweet, not too masculine, and easy to wear any day.

Product details:

  • 100ml glass bottle with black powder-coated lid

  • Matte black box with magnetic closure

  • Made in New Zealand with fragrance from France

Fragrance breakdown
Emerging impressions: Mandarin, grapefruit, bergamot, marine accord, cardamom, anise, blackcurrant, lemon
Developing impressions: Blond tobacco, violet leaves, sandalwood, rose, jasmine, violet, nutmeg, patchouli
Lingering impressions: Vetiver, amber, black musk, tonka beans, cedarwood, cypress, musk, vanilla

Shop: Found You Eau De Parfum

Prefer to choose fragrance by mood? Start here: Perfume and fragrance


The soy candle collection: pure, minimal, and made in NZ

The Federation x Somekind Pure Soy Candle Collection is hand-poured in New Zealand using premium 100% pure soy wax, designed for an even burn and consistent scent from start to finish. Each candle comes in frosted black glass with a black metal lid, with the fragrance name handwritten when poured.

Size and burn time:

  • 400ml

  • Up to 75 hours burn time

Found You Soy Candle (Woody, Ambery, Citrus)

Somekind soy candle in a black glass jar on a white plinth

Clean, warm, and instantly inviting. Fresh citrus lifts the room first, soft amber adds a warm golden layer, and smooth woody notes finish the scent with a calm, balanced feel. A modern everyday candle that works anywhere and always feels fresh.

Shop: Found You Soy Candle

Noir Love Soy Candle (Floral, Spiced, Smooth)

Somekind soy candle in a black glass jar on a white plinth

Rich, warm, and slightly mysterious. Jasmine sambac and soft black leather form a smooth elegant base, layered with black pepper, nutmeg and tobacco flower. Iris, berries, bergamot and crisp apple keep it fresh and balanced. Ideal for evenings and slower moments.

Shop: Noir Love Soy Candle

Crème Brûlée Soy Candle (Sweet, Warm, Vanilla)

Somekind soy candle in a black glass jar on a white plinth

Cosy, sweet and comforting. Warm vanilla bean, toasted sugar and creamy caramel create a soft sweetness that feels welcoming and relaxed. The candle you light when you want a home to feel extra cosy.

Shop: Crème Brûlée Soy Candle

Browse more mood-setting pieces here: Candles and home fragrance


How to choose the right scent

For a fresh, clean everyday feel

Choose Found You (candle or Eau De Parfum). Citrus and amber keep it bright and warm without feeling heavy.

For a moodier evening atmosphere

Choose Noir Love. It is rich, spiced and smooth with a refined edge.

For cosy, sweet comfort

Choose Crème Brûlée. Warm vanilla, caramel and toasted sugar, like the dessert.

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Gifting ideas that feel elevated and useful

The sink-side upgrade gift

Pair the Found You Hand and Body Wash with the Found You Hand and Body Moisturiser. A practical gift that looks beautiful and gets used every day.

The candle gift that always works

A 400ml soy candle in frosted black glass is an easy choice for housewarmings, birthdays and thank-you gifts.

The signature scent gift

Found You Eau De Parfum comes in a matte black magnetic-closure box, making it a polished option for someone who loves fragrance.

Need a go-to present that feels considered? Start here: Housewarming gifts


Frequently asked questions

Black Somekind pump bottle casting a hard shadow against a plaster wall

Are the Federation x Somekind products made in New Zealand?

The candles are hand-poured in New Zealand and the body care is made in New Zealand. The Eau De Parfum is made in New Zealand with fragrance from France.

What is the candle burn time?

Up to 75 hours. Each candle is a 400ml pour.

Are the hand wash and moisturiser suitable for daily use?

Yes. Both are designed as everyday essentials with a gentle, lightweight feel.

Do you offer exchanges or returns?

Please note that due to the nature of this product category, no exchanges or returns.

For shipping timeframes and delivery info, see: Shipping and delivery


If you are in a season of simplifying and refining, Federation x Somekind is the kind of edit that makes a genuine difference. Beautiful packaging, balanced fragrance, and everyday essentials that elevate your home with very little effort.

Shop Federation x Somekind online now and discover the everyday luxury edit for calm homes, elevated routines and giftable fragrance.

Related: The Complete Perfume Oil Scent Guide: Find Your Signature

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