An archive — 2014 / present

Seda
Grigoryan

The Chemistry of Living

A personal archive of practices shaped by chemistry, climate, and lifelong observation.

Portrait of Seda Grigoryan, evening light
Plate I — Yerevan, evening
I — Biography

A life shaped by laboratory and landscape.

Seda Grigoryan is a trained chemist with a lifelong dedication to learning, observation, and disciplined living.

Having lived and worked across Russia, India, and now Armenia, her approach to health and daily practice has been shaped by diverse climates, cultures, and environments.

Her work today reflects a shift from formal chemistry toward personal application — integrating scientific thinking into everyday life.

II — Practices

Cold Practice

A consistent practice of cold exposure, developed over years as a method of strengthening discipline, awareness, and physical resilience.

This is not presented as a recommendation, but as a personal practice and observation.

III — Formulations

Skin & Formulations

Personal skincare formulations developed using foundational chemistry knowledge.

Each preparation is created for personal use, with attention to ingredient simplicity, texture, and long-term skin balance.

IV — Philosophy
V — Notes

A collection of reflections, readings, and ongoing learning.

Forthcoming. Entries are added slowly, as observations settle into form.

VI — Writing

Writing

Occasional notes and reflections are shared on Substack.

Read on Substack →

VII — Contact

Contact

For thoughtful exchange, collaboration, or a quiet conversation over coffee, you are welcome to reach out.

Disclaimer

This website documents personal practices and observations.

It does not provide medical advice, treatment, or recommendations.

All formulations and routines are for personal use only.