Skin Care, Crystals & Kombucha Oh My!

I have been soooo busy these days with my business I hardly have time to blog, which I miss very much. I started my own business because one I love helping people and two I'm not going to work for someone else's dream, I have my own.

My Business

I started making organic skin care products for myself after learning how toxic store bought brands can be. At the same time I was learning about herbs over at the Herb Mentor. There are a number of herbalists on the site such as Rosemary Gladstar and Rosalee de la Foret. There are many more all have been herbalists for 15 to 25 years.

Okay so, my business got started with a salve I formulated. Southern Man drives a truck and let a woman try it at truck stop for her psoriasis. When he went back she asked where he got it and how she could get it. Word spread and my husband said you have something there. 

I formulated a whole skin care regime for my self and hesitate to share them with others due to their appearance. They do not look appealing, nor do they smell pretty, but they work and the complements on get on my skin on a regular basis are proof. So, I started selling my skin care products at a local farmer's market, but wasn't doing the business I hoped I would.

Unique Ingredients

Due to the fact the skin care business is so vast even the organic industry I had to find a way to stand out. I thought this would help selling at the market, but nope. The two unique ingredients I use in my products are Kombucha and infuse my water and oils with the mineral Shungite. 

Learning More

I wanted to learn more about formulating organic skin care products, so I searched around for a place I could get more knowledge. Unfortunately there is no place close by for me to do this, so unto the internet I went. I found some on the internet, but really liked "Create Your Skincare." I liked the fact that I have access to the information, including any updates, for the rest of my life. The course was great and I took the two part test to get certified in October 2017. The second part of the test I had to formulate a full skin care regimen for 3 fictitious clients. I really enjoyed that part and love to formulate custom skin care products for my clients.

Kombucha

I started brewing Kombucha about 2012 and if you ever brewed you know that it is a time process and can quickly take over the fridge. At that time I was the only one drinking it and I had a ton of it, so I stopped brewing. Then I had the idea to start brewing again and sell that at the market as well. I had one problem, at this time I had a banner that read "Heavenly Bodies" organic skin care. I was like hmmmm what does Kombucha have to do with skin care, so off to research I went. I spent 5 hours researching and it turns out it is very good for the skin. So, I started brewing, selling it at the markets and using it in my skin care products.

Crystals

I have always been attracted to crystals. Some might think it is because they are so beautiful, but my studies have led to the energy. Everything around has a certain vibrational frequency including our bodies. The energy from the crystals can aid us with issues in our every day lives. Some are grounding, absorb negativity, are calming the list goes on.

I wanted to bring the benefits of crystals to others, so I started making jewelry, key chains and prisms to sell at the market. The majority of what I create is unique one of a kind items. After us women do not like to see another woman wearing the same thing. There are some items I have duplicated due to requests. I also create one of a kind items upon request at the market and on my website. 

Essential Oil Diffusers

Right now the thing that I am asked the most is if I have diffuser bracelets, the answer is yes. I create diffuser bracelets with lava beads, wood beads and crystal beads. I do not use any other materials because I feel the interaction with the oils may cause a negative effect. 

The diffuser necklaces I create does have a silver bead cap that the lava bead sits in, but it sits up on it rather than in it. Some of my customers us them in their cars over the rear view mirror. Love products that are versatile. 

Closing

So as you have read I am busy!! I do miss blogging, but a lot of the blogs I write require research. I spend hours doing research to ensure I am writing the most factual information I can. Looking at website after website to seek out consistences. I also listen to various speakers and webinars that deal with living a happy, healthy natural life while I tend to my many artistic creations. Thanks for stopping by, hope to see you again real soon. Oh almost forgot, my Southern Man and I are working on starting an online radio station in the near future, so watch out for that also.

Do you sell at a local farmer's market? If so what do you sell?

Full Moon Elixirs & Energizing Crystals

Tonight, Wednesday September 6, 2017, is a full moon this is the perfect time to create elixirs and energize our crystals. It is also a great time to start infusions. My time is tight, so I am not able to include all the research. This means you will need to do some work to find out certain information, but I will give you the basics and what to look for along with links to some of the websites I use and trust.

Creating Elixirs with the Full Moon 

Creating elixirs during the full moon aids with creating a more powerful elixir as the water is energized by the moon along with the crystals. Chose a crystal or crystals for the purpose you desire, this may require some research be sure they are of 5 hardness or higher and non-toxic. If you wish to use a crystal that is toxic see how to use them below. 

• Cleanse the crystal/crystals only use polished crystals
• Program the crystals with your intentions
• Place the crystals in a glass container with filtered water the size depends on how much you want to make 
• Place a cloth over the container, such as a paper towel secured with a rubber band to keep debris out
• Put the container outside in the sun on the day of the full moon until the next day or just put it out for the energy of the full moon
• You can also write your intention on a piece of paper and place it under the container

Creating an Elixir with Toxic Crystals

Place a small glass bowel into a bigger glass bowel, put the toxic crystals inside the smaller bowel and fill the bigger bowel with water.  This will infuse the water with the energies and healing properties of the crystals while keeping the water free from toxins. 

Using the Crystal Infused Water

As I said above the amount of water will depend on how much you want to make and how you will be using it. An elixir created to heal may be ingested or used to wash the area of concern or both. Elixirs can be created for healing, protection, love or prosperity. Using just the infused water does not hold the energy for more than a day or two, so keep this in mind when determining how much to create. It can be added to vodka, brandy or apple cider vinegar to preserve the energies for a longer period of time. You can also create tea with the water if you wish, but I would not heat the water as you will lose the energizes instead let sit in the sun after removing the crystals. This is something I have not done at this time only researched it, so check out this video if you are interested. In the video she speaks about infusing Reiki energy into the water. You can easily do this as well, as water can be programmed. This video will show you how, I know she might be a little annoying to listen to, but it's a good video.

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Energizing Crystals

If you just want to fill your crystals with more energy this is a great way to do it, is simple and takes a small amount of time. Just gather up your crystals, I like to cleanse mine before the next step, and place them somewhere outside where they will not get rained on or disturbed by wildlife or pets. They do not have to be directing in the moon light. You can place them on a tray if you want or something else to keep them off of any dirt or just make it easier to transport them from in doors to out doors. 

Infusions & the Full Moon to New Moon Cycle

Okay here is a little bonus for your. When we start our infusions on the day of the full moon we do not have to wait the traditional six weeks to use it. This is because between the full moon and the new moon the energy is stronger and aids in extracting the medicinal properties from the herbs. Herbal infusions are commonly used to create skin care products or a herbal elixir. If you wish to learn more I suggest taking a look at some videos on YouTube. Mountain Rose Herbs has a channel, but those are more for skin care.

All in a Day

Okay, thank you for reading I hope this was helpful. Now I am off to prepare my crystals for the full moon for both energizing and creating an elixir. I love using Rose Quartz for it's loving energy plus it makes the water taste sweeter. I also have to infuse my herbs for my elixir that I use for dealing with the change of life and my Soothe & Cleanse.

Helpful Sites for Crystal Information

Crystal Caution List

Crystal Metaphysical Dictionary 

If this has been helpful please share, have a question? Ask away, just want to share your experience? Please do always love to hear about what others are doing or have done. 

Rose Quartz & Skin Elixir

Rose Quartz is known as the crystal of unconditional love. It is beneficial with those who seek to bond with those they truly care to bond with more deeply.

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This crystal has a feminine energy which contributes to compassion, tenderness, healing, comfort, peace and nourishment. Sounds like a mommy doesn't it? Rose Quartz resonates with heart chakra and aids with eliminating fears, wounds and resentment and for us to fully love and receive love from others. Not only does it aid with loving others, but also everything that is beautiful in the world art, music, nature etc.

     Use Rose Quartz for the Following

• To deal with the lose of a mother
• Place on the abdomen of pregnant women
• Keep near when giving birth
• Create a circle of Rose Quartz around the food of a baby to aid with colic & feeding issues
• Strengthen a romantic relationship learn how to create a love alter here
• Place under the pillow for beautiful dreams or aid with fear of the dark
• Wear Rose Quartz or carry for dealing with trauma, emotions and to deal with change
• Place a large Rose Quartz unpolished crystal in the work place to disband gossip 
• Wear or carry those who are in the beauty consultation business

Physical Healing with Rose Quartz

• Rub a polished stone lightly over a blister or burn for relief or create an elixir
• May aid in reducing scars
• Create an elixir to aid with various skin issues related to aging
• Carry, wear or create an elixir to aid with various heart issues works for children also
•  An elixir would benefit clearing the fluids in the cells of the body
• Aids with kidneys
• Aids with the adrenal gland 
• Place on the thymus for chest or lung issues
• Aids with vertigo 
• Supports the female reproductive system
• Great for women who have had a difficult delivery 

Rose Quartz for Mental & Emotional Issues

• For those who have never known love
• Dissolves unresolved issues of the heart sorrows, fears, worries, resentments etc
• Aids with self love

Other Information about Rose Quartz

Element -  Water

Hardness - 7

Vibrates to - 7

Planet - Venus

Zodiac - Scorpio, Tauras, Libra 

Chakra - Heart

Rose Quartz for the Skin

In Egypt it was known that Rose Quartz had many benefits for the skin. Masks were created from the crystal and used as a beauty treatment. I would imagine that they must have been heavy. There is a easier way to get the benefits from this crystal for out skin.

Rose Quartz Elixir 

Before you start be sure to charge the crystal with your intentions. So, let's say you want to attack those wrinkles you can say "Thank you for eliminating my eye wrinkles." This has to be heart felt and you want to be holding the crystal and repeating your intention multiple times until you feel comfortable that your intention has been recorded in the crystal. 

Any type of glass container

Filtered water do not use tap water

1 or more Rose Quartz crystals

Place the water and crystals in a glass container and place it outside during the full moon (full moon tomorrow September 16, 2016) do not put out in the sun as the UV rays will cause it to fade. Remember color has a frequency and the lose of color will cause the crystal to lose energy. 

You can also make the elixir when there is no full moon just place the crystals in water and let it sit for 24 hours. 

It is recommended that you only make what you will use as the healing properties fade quickly.

Resources

Crystal Vaults

Rocks & Reiki

Hibiscus Moon

The Crystal Labradorite

Labradorite belongs to the Feldspar family it's incredible color is called labradorescene. It's name comes from the place it was first discovered Labrador Canada.

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 Coloring 

Labradorite is usually gray green, dark gray, black, or grayish white. It is made up of various elements which illuminates flashes of color under light of blue, gold, green, or red.

Stone of Magic 

The crystal is used by shaman and healers, those seeking higher knowledge and travel within the universe. It is used by those who seek to awaken their spirit, intuition, or psychic potential.

 Emotional Healing Properties 

• Brings peace to overactive thoughts 
• Elevates the imagination
• Aids in regeneration of energy after a hard day 
• Aids with studying especially tough subjects 
• Brings clear thinking 
•  Helps to rid one of fears

Physical Healing Properties 

•  Respiratory issues 
•  Aids digestion 
•  Better metabolism 
•  Eye issues 
•  Brain issues 
•  Reduces stress & anxiety 
•  Aids with various aspects of menstruation 
•  Lowers blood pressure 
•  Aids with gout 
•  Aids with rheumatism

Labradorite Necklace

Suggested ways to Use Labradorite 

To use for physic abilities a pair of earrings works well or putting the crystal on the third eye. Labradorite is associated with the throat chakra wearing it as a choker will benefit that chakra. Wearing it as a piece of jewelry aids in warding off negativity from others and protects the aura as well. Use it during meditation to reach guardian angels and spiritual guides which can help one to know their purpose here or to relieve stress in various forms. For headaches and sinus issues place or hold Labradorite on the head. Place in a foot bath to aid with gout. Place some under the pillow to receive prophetic dreams. A bracelet made with Labradorite can aid with high blood pressure. For rheumatism use something to hold the Labradorite on the area of concern.

Other Information About Labradorite

Element - Wind
Hardness - 6.0 - 6.5
Moon - New
Zodiac - Leo, Sagittarius, Scorpio and Cancers are also attracted to Labradorite
Chakra -  Throat, third eye, and crown

Disclaimer - For educational purposes only always consult a professional health care professional for any physical/mental health issues.

Have you used this crystal? If so for what and how did it help?

References 

Crystal Vaults 

Gemstone Dictionary 

Healing Crystals for You