Beauty Blend

Beauty Blend is certainly a sum of its potent parts. The four ingredients (Schisandra, Goji, Longan and Pearl) work synergistically to nourish the Liver, cleanse and build the Blood, replenish Yin Essence and promote deep detoxification. The high antioxidant content of the herbs in this carefully crafted blend act to preserve the protein structures of the skin (collagen and elastin), supplying the potent mineral and phytonutrient nutrition the body requires to rebuild and preserve itself. A wonderful Shen tonic, the blend encourages you to feel your beauty rather than just project it superficially.

Schisandra Berry

Schisandra translates to "five-taste fruit", a name that illustrates the herb's capacity to influence the five Yin organs of the body; the Liver, Lungs, Kidneys, Heart and Spleen. Schisandra carries all five tastes, salty, sweet, sour, bitter and pungent, with each taste corresponding to the Essence of an energetic element within the body;  including Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water. This bright red berry is adaptogenic, an immune tonic, antioxidant-rich, anti-inflammatory and hepatoprotective.

Also known as a ‘beauty berry’ of the Orient, schisandra was used by ancient Chinese royalty to preserve youthfulness, enhance physical radiance, boost desire, and as a potent reproductive tonic.

This nourishing highly adaptive herb helps balance the nervous system, improves brain function, elevates immunity, and through its effects on the overall harmony of the body, assists those who consume it in remaining youthful, both in appearance and physiology. 

Goji Berry

Goji is used throughout Asia as a potent longevity herb and Blood tonic, to assist the cultivation of Yin Jing, bring strength and vigour to the legs, bring brightness to the eyes and improve vision. As a sexual tonic for both men and women, this berry wonder potentiates the sexual fluids, enhancing fertility. Traditionally used to fortify the entire system, goji is believed to protect against disease and provide the energy needed to overcome obstacles. 

Longan Berry

The longan berry, (also named 'dragon eyes') is a powerful Qi tonic used to tone the Blood, increase physical stamina, nourish the heart, rebuild energy and add lustre and radiance to the skin. Longan is celebrated as a potent sexual tonic for both men and women. The herb is believed to promote peripheral circulation to the hands and feet and bring a deep sense of calm to the entire body system. Longan helps to potentiate the action of other Blood building herbs, helping to deepen feelings of tranquillity when combined with Shen tonics.

Pearl

Pearl is considered a powerful Shen tonic, meaning the herb may help relieve uneasiness in the heart and mind. Shen (Spirit) tonics (like pearl and schisandra) encourage the body to release stress and tension on the physical, emotional and spiritual levels, relieving the burden on our nervous systems. When Shen is disturbed we may experience disturbed sleep, nervousness, fatigue and disconnection. Consistent use of pearl is said to help one harness and maintain energy and vitality while remaining in a tranquil state.

We love pearl for its ability to pacify Heat in the Liver, treat facial acne, reduce heat and redness in the face, stiffness in the neck and shoulders, and brighten the eyes. It really is a perfect addition to the Beauty Blend. Extremely high in minerals like calcium, magnesium and iron, pearl has traditionally (and still today) been used in China to support the health of the musculoskeletal system and improve the health of the bones and teeth.

When there is harmony between the body systems and elements, we cultivate the expression of health known as our Treasures. 

Major - Yin Jing, Qi 

Minor - Blood, Shen

What are the Taoist teachings and herbs that deliver sparkly eyes, glowing skin, luminous Shen, animated Qi and well cultivated Jing?