Ruhe Ritual
Peak State - Energising Shower Stone™— Set of 6
Peak State - Energising Shower Stone™— Set of 6
Aromatherapy Blend: Grapefruit, Peppermint, Lemon, Eucalyptus & Sandalwood
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🌿 Infused with 100% Pure Essential Oils
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"Before the world needs you."
Before the chaos begins. Before the first notification. Before someone needs breakfast. Before you become everything to everyone — you get five minutes to become yourself first.
Peak State is our Shower Stone™ — our energising shower steamer that hits fast. Peppermint and eucalyptus cut through the morning fog like a cold window thrown open. Grapefruit lifts your mood before your coffee even kicks in. By the time you step out of that shower, you're ready.
The world asks a lot of you every day. Peak State makes sure you show up on your terms.
Ruhe Ritual — calm is not a luxury. It's how you keep going.
Ingredients and Benefits
- Pink Grapefruit — lifts you up before the first coffee even hits
- Peppermint & Eucalyptus — clear the air, clear your head, wide awake before you've said a word
- Lemon — sharp and bright, the smell of getting it together
- Sandalwood — sits underneath the rest, so none of it feels frantic
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What's inside
Peak State — Shower Stone™ · Energising Blend
Pink Grapefruit, Peppermint, Lemon, Eucalyptus, Sandalwood
"Before the world needs you"
- Made with pure essential oils - no synthetic fragrance
- Shower Stones™ - premium shower steamers, handmade in Australia
- 6 Shower Stones™ total
- Signature magnetic gift box included
- Shower Stone™ Crafted for a specific states- morning, midday and evening - every moment covered
- No extra time needed - the shower was already happening
How to use
Place your Shower Stone™ on the shower floor, away from direct water. Steam builds, aromatherapy fills the air. No extra time. No extra steps. The shower was already happening — Ruhe Ritual just makes it count.
Each Shower Stone is designed to dissolve over 1-2 showers, releasing an energising blend of essential oils crafted to help you start the day with clarity and focus.
Perfect for
The mum who gives everything to everyone. The women who hasn't had have five minutes to herself all week. A gift for her - or honestly, from you to you.
Shipping and Return
Shipping
- Flat rate: $9 on orders under $90.
- Free shipping: applied automatically on orders of $90 or more.
- Dispatch: please allow up to 3 business days. We make in small batches and don't hold big pre-made stock, so your stone reaches you fresh, not after weeks on a shelf.
- Delivery: Australia Post, 3–5 business days. Tracking lands in your inbox as soon as it's on its way.
Returns
- Not the right fit? You have 20 days to change your mind. Full details are in our Returns & Refunds T&Cs.
- This is in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law.
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The Science Behind the Blend
We don’t believe in wellness fluff. Peak State was formulated around pure botanical essential oils and cold-active menthol backed by peer-reviewed human research—looking specifically at how volatile aromatic compounds stimulate sensory receptors and the central nervous system during inhalation. Here is what published clinical literature highlights about the botanical oils in this blend*:
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Pink Grapefruit (Citrus paradisi)
Pink Grapefruit (Citrus paradisi) - Sympathetic Nerve Activation & Morning Drive
Grapefruit is one of the few botanicals clinically observed to engage the sympathetic nervous system through olfaction. Human neurophysiological studies demonstrate that inhaling grapefruit vapor stimulates autonomic wakefulness pathways and muscle sympathetic nerve activity, delivering a crisp, energizing sensory lift to shake off early morning sluggishness.
Hata, T., et al. (2020). Increase in diastolic blood pressure induced by fragrance inhalation of grapefruit essential oil is positively correlated with muscle sympathetic nerve activity. The Journal of Physiological Sciences, 70(1), 2.
Niijima, A., & Nagai, K. (2003). Effect of olfactory stimulation with flavor of grapefruit oil and lemon oil on sympathetic nerve activity. Experimental Biology and Medicine, 228(10), 1190–1192.
Peppermint (Mentha piperita)
Peppermint & L-Menthol (Mentha piperita) — TRPM8 Cold Receptors & Mental Alertness
The sharp clarity of peppermint isn't just a refreshing scent; it operates through a direct biophysical pathway. Volatile menthol actively binds to TRPM8 cold-sensing thermoreceptors in the upper respiratory tract, triggering an immediate sensation of open airways and physiological invigoration. In human olfactory studies evaluating cognitive performance, peppermint vapor exposure has been documented to enhance task vigilance, elevate self-reported alertness, and promote neurological responsiveness without caffeine.
Peppermint (Mentha piperita) — Cognitive Alertness & Task Performance
Study: Moss, M., et al. (2008). Modulation of cognitive performance and mood by aromas of peppermint and ylang-ylang. International Journal of Neuroscience, 118(1), 59–77.
Lemon (Citrus limon)
Lemon (Citrus limon) — Norepinephrine Elevation & Positive Mood
In a landmark randomized crossover clinical trial conducted at Ohio State University, lemon oil inhalation demonstrated a robust, statistically significant ability to elevate positive mood, independent of prior belief or expectations about aromatherapy. Furthermore, subjects exposed to lemon aroma maintained significantly elevated post-stress levels of norepinephrine—a primary neurochemical responsible for attentiveness, quick decision-making, and waking drive.
Study: Kiecolt-Glaser, J. K., et al. (2008). Olfactory influences on mood and autonomic, endocrine, and immune function. Psychoneuroendocrinology, 33(3), 328–339.
Sandalwood (Santalum album)
Sandalwood (Santalum album) — The Harmonizing Focus Paradox
Sandalwood is often mistakenly assumed to be purely sedative, but human clinical testing reveals an intriguing paradox. In controlled trials examining the physiological and psychological effects of East Indian sandalwood inhalation, exposure to its primary active constituent, alpha-santalol, produced mild physiological arousal (measured by skin conductance and eye-blink rates) while subjects simultaneously reported feeling calmer, clearer, and more grounded. It provides the grounding anchor in Peak State, delivering centered focus without nervous system overstimulation.
Study: Kiecolt-Glaser, J. K., et al. (2008). Olfactory influences on mood and autonomic, endocrine, and immune function. Psychoneuroendocrinology, 33(3), 328–339.
Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus)
Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus) — Airway Sensation & Mental Processing**
Rich in the volatile compound 1,8-cineole (eucalyptol), eucalyptus provides a crisp, opening vapor that engages olfactory and trigeminal cold receptors. In clinical evaluations measuring volatile monoterpene absorption, inhaled 1,8-cineole was detected rapidly in blood plasma, with higher concentrations correlating directly with faster reaction times, heightened focus, and an invigorating feeling of open airways.
Study: Moss, M., & Oliver, L. (2012). Plasma 1,8-cineole correlates with cognitive performance following exposure to aroma. Therapeutic Advances in Psychopharmacology, 2(3), 103–113.
*The research cited above pertains to published independent clinical evaluations of pure botanical essential oils, menthol isolates, and their active constituents. Ruhe Ritual Shower Stones™ are cosmetic and aromatherapy shower products designed for sensory enjoyment and morning invigoration, and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any medical condition.
How to use
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1. Place
Place Shower Stone on the shower floor - just next to direct water stream.
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2. Let it go
As the water heats up, the steam activates the stone and releases the blend around you. No timers, no extra steps — just shower like you normally would.
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3. Turn it up
Want more scent? Rub the stone against the wall or your hands for a bigger burst. A quick circle is all it takes.
Answers about Ruhe Shower Stones™, our natural aromatherapy shower steamers.
How long does one Shower Stone last?
Each stone is good for 1-2 showers, depending on water pressure and heat.
I'm pregnant, can I use this?
Essential oils affect people differently, so if you're pregnant or breastfeeding, we always like to be on the side of caution and recommend checking with your doctor or a qualified aromatherapist before use.
Should I be cautious if I have sensitive skin?
The stone sits on the shower floor, not on your skin — it's the steam and scent that reach you, not direct contact with the product. If you're sensitive to strong fragrances or essential oils generally, you may want to start with a shorter shower or keep the bathroom door open to ease into it.
Are your products vegan and cruelty-free?
Yes — nothing in our formulations is tested on animals or made from animal-derived ingredients.