At Soleiz, comfort meets care with self-warming eye masks designed to help you unwind. Behind this soothing brand are sisters Hayley and Tammy; two busy mums with a vision for simple, everyday self-care.
Here, Hayley answers some of our questions about the meaning behind the brand, her favourite ways to stay cosy in winter, and the unexpected rewards of building a business from scratch.
Can you tell us more about yourself and Soleiz, especially the meaning behind the name and what inspired you to start the company?
Soleiz started as a little passion project between my sister Tammy and me. We’re both mums with two kids each, constantly juggling the chaos of parenting, working, and all the invisible admin that comes with life. We dreamed of creating something of our own, a wellness and self-care brand we could grow.
The name Soleiz is actually inspired by our kids: Sophia, Ella, Zion, and Ezekiel. We made sure the name included the first two letters of their names. It's a little piece of them in everything we do.
What's the biggest challenge and reward of owning your own business?
The biggest challenge? Definitely marketing. It’s a wild world, always changing, and not our strongest skill! But the biggest reward is building something that reflects who we are. Every small win feels huge when it’s your own.
What do you like most about the Self-Warming Eye Masks and do you have a personal favourite scent?
I love how they instantly calm your senses and force you to pause. They help you tune out the noise and take a moment for yourself. Hearing from customers that they help with sleep, headaches, or migraines is so rewarding too.
My go-to scent is Lavender and Tammy’s fave is Chamomile!
How else do you stay warm and cosy during winter?
Easy! Dressing gown, peppermint tea, fluffy socks, and a good old hottie. That’s the winter uniform!
Do you find certain self-care rituals are more beneficial in winter than other seasons?
Definitely! Winter’s the perfect time to slow down and rest. We lean into cosy rituals... warm baths, early nights, herbal teas, journaling, and of course, our eye masks. It’s all about recharging and finding moments of calm.
Subscribers of our Wellness Box will get not one, not two but three Self-Warming Eyes Masks by Soleiz in their June 2025 'Winter Warmers' Wellness Box amongst other treats. Subscribe now for a gift to yourself (or others!) if you haven't already.