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Insights rooted in Chinese Medicine

Our blog is a space to explore Chinese Medicine in a more accessible and thoughtful way.

In our general posts, you will find perspectives on Chinese Medicine philosophy, offering a deeper understanding of the principles that guide our formulations and approach to care.

In Herbal Corner, we share insights on individual herbs, formulation strategy, and ingredient function to support a more informed understanding of herbal care.

Herbal Corner

Bai Hua She She Cao (Hedyotis): TCM Herb to Soothe & Clarify Skin

Bai Hua She She Cao (Hedyotis): TCM Herb to Soo...

Daniella Lavian

Bai Hua She She Cao is a cooling, detoxifying herb that helps clear heat-toxins and calm inflammatory skin conditions. Traditionally used for acne, boils, and damp-heat infections, it’s a powerful...

Bai Hua She She Cao (Hedyotis): TCM Herb to Soo...

Daniella Lavian

Bai Hua She She Cao is a cooling, detoxifying herb that helps clear heat-toxins and calm inflammatory skin conditions. Traditionally used for acne, boils, and damp-heat infections, it’s a powerful...

Bi Xie (Long Yam Root): TCM Herb for Gentle Yoni Care & Balance

Bi Xie (Long Yam Root): TCM Herb for Gentle Yon...

Daniella Lavian

Bi Xie is a bitter, neutral root traditionally used in Chinese medicine to “separate the clear from the turbid.” Modern research confirms its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory benefits, making it a...

Bi Xie (Long Yam Root): TCM Herb for Gentle Yon...

Daniella Lavian

Bi Xie is a bitter, neutral root traditionally used in Chinese medicine to “separate the clear from the turbid.” Modern research confirms its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory benefits, making it a...

Dang Gui (Dong Quai): TCM Herb in Skin Wash Nourish for Skin Nourishment

Dang Gui (Dong Quai): TCM Herb in Skin Wash Nou...

Daniella Lavian

Dang Gui, often called Dong Quai or the “female ginseng,” is treasured in TCM for nourishing the blood, supporting circulation, and restoring balance. In our Skin Wash: Nourish, it soothes...

Dang Gui (Dong Quai): TCM Herb in Skin Wash Nou...

Daniella Lavian

Dang Gui, often called Dong Quai or the “female ginseng,” is treasured in TCM for nourishing the blood, supporting circulation, and restoring balance. In our Skin Wash: Nourish, it soothes...

Xuan Shen (Figwort Root): TCM Herb for Nourishing Dry Skin & Comfort

Xuan Shen (Figwort Root): TCM Herb for Nourishi...

Daniella Lavian

Xuan Shen is a time-honored root in Traditional Chinese Medicine known for its ability to clear heat, cool the blood, softens hardness and dissipates nodules as well as nourishing yin....

Xuan Shen (Figwort Root): TCM Herb for Nourishi...

Daniella Lavian

Xuan Shen is a time-honored root in Traditional Chinese Medicine known for its ability to clear heat, cool the blood, softens hardness and dissipates nodules as well as nourishing yin....

Sheng Di Huang (Foxglove Root): TCM Herb to Hydrate & Soothe Skin

Sheng Di Huang (Foxglove Root): TCM Herb to Hyd...

Daniella Lavian

Sheng Di Huang nourishes yin, cools inflammation, and hydrates skin—key to soothing and restoring balance in our Skin Wash: Nourish formula.

Sheng Di Huang (Foxglove Root): TCM Herb to Hyd...

Daniella Lavian

Sheng Di Huang nourishes yin, cools inflammation, and hydrates skin—key to soothing and restoring balance in our Skin Wash: Nourish formula.

Bai Bu (Stemona Root): Herbal Care to Calm Itching & Promote Yoni Comfort

Bai Bu (Stemona Root): Herbal Care to Calm Itch...

Daniella Lavian

A comprehensive review published in Phytochemistry Reviews (2019) highlights Stemona alkaloids as having broad-spectrum antifungal and antimicrobial properties. This supports Bai Bu’s traditional use in...

Bai Bu (Stemona Root): Herbal Care to Calm Itch...

Daniella Lavian

A comprehensive review published in Phytochemistry Reviews (2019) highlights Stemona alkaloids as having broad-spectrum antifungal and antimicrobial properties. This supports Bai Bu’s traditional use in...