Essiac Brewing Instructions

For those of you that bought our Essiac formula but didn't get the brewing instructions, Here they are!

VaniTea herbal formula now available at Natural Mystic!

Our newest tea blend has now become available! Vanitea, a blend of: White Tea, Red Rooibos, Dandelion Root, Burdock Root, Schizandra Berry, Goji Berry, Red Clover, Rose Hips & Petals was formulated to assist in the bodies detoxification process in order to prevent the excretion of accumulated toxins through the epidermis. While doing so, other herbal compounds are hard at work restoring damaged tissue while promoting healthier, more youthful & radiant skin. The strongest notes in this blend are the amazing Schizandra Berry's tartness as well as the smooth mild flavor of Rooibos with subtler hints of Rose Petal and Goji sweetness. We left the stevia leaf out of the formula but I, Edward, recommend adding a leaf or two for sweetness while Ginny prefers it straight up. It's now her all time favorite blend! I can dig it but nothing surpasses the AdaptiviTea for me..Below is a brief description of each one of the herbs included in this formula and how proper body detoxification leads to healthier skin.

Our skin is the largest organ of the body, and is one of the primary routes of detoxification. While not always profuse, water and toxins are contiually released through the skin via sweat. If your other detoxifying systems, namely the liver and kidneys, are not removing chemicals and toxins as they should, the skin becomes distressed. If your skin becomes overburdened, breakouts may occur. A poor complexion can also be the result of hormonal fluctuations and stress.

The liver is another major route of detoxification in our bodies. If liver function is depressed, toxins are not properly filtered out and can remain in our blood, leading to physical manifestations such as skin breakouts, eczema and a poor complexion.

The isoflavones in Red Clover potentially up-regulate liver detoxification by increasing bile acid flow, thereby aiding digestion, purifying the blood and clearing the complexion.

Burdock root is a very effective remedy when it comes to managing or treating chronic skin problems. For instance, its detoxifying effect, and increased blood circulation to the epidermal tissues helps to destroy fungus, and bacterial cultures present under your skin. This helps you to prevent or cure serious skin disorders such as boils, carbuncles, psoriasis, and even acne. It can also help you to manage ailments such as eczema in a safe and natural way.

Burdock also has ample amounts of vitamin C. This nutrient is potent skin cleanser that helps to restore scaly skin and for managing skin ulcers. Finally, if you have a rough and or oily skin, a burdock root remedy can help your smooth your skin, have a clear complexion and, regain your youthful look. It directly affects the sebaceous glands on your skin, enhances proper flow of sebum, and therefore, protects your skin from harsh environmental conditions.

Like Burdock, Dandelion Root helps the body dispose of unwanted skin bacteria. It also stimulates digestion and supports the liver - the major organ that helps rid the body of toxins and excess hormones, including the androgens that trigger acne breakouts.

Recent research shows that white tea has even more health benefits than black or green tea. According to a recent lab study, extracts in white tea exert an anti-inflammatory effect that slows the breakdown of collagen and elastin fibers -- those super-supportive intracellular structures that skin needs to stay firm and wrinkle-free. In the cell study, the wrinkle-fighting effects of white tea extracts showed lots of promise. White tea exhibited almost 90 percent more collagen- and elastin-protective activity than the control did. Science Daily reported on the findings of a study at Case Western Reserve University, showing that the anti-oxidants in white tea can help your skin's immune system, acting to prevent and even repair sun damage. It seems that it can also fight skin cancer, wrinkles, and skin discoloration.

Another way to help keep your skin stay healthy from the inside out is by drinking organic Red Rooibos tea iced, or hot throughout my day. Red Rooibos, an herb from South Africa, has been used for centuries to help keep the skin radiant and beautiful. The herb contains an abundant amount of nutrients in it that are beneficial to the skins health such as phenolic compounds, flavonoids, alpha-hydroxy acids, zinc, magnesium, iron, calcium, potassium, copper, fluoride and manganese. The herb also has many medicinal properties in it as well such as anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, anti-septic, anti-viral and anti-mutagenic, which are all excellent for treating skin discomforts such as sunburns, acne, and rashes.

Drinking rose hip tea daily will also benefit your skin. Rose hips have a high vitamin A content. Vitamin A is commonly referred to as the "skin vitamin". It helps to regenerate skin cells, healing wounds and scars. It also helps to keep the skin elastic and nourished. This will not only prevent wrinkles, but can actually help to minimize any that have already appeared. Rose Hips contain Bioflavanoids that maintain healthy capillaries throughout the body. With the benefits of Bioflavanoids plus the many other nutrients, Rose Hips are a wonderful addition to your diet as well as beauty regime.

Sweetness and spiciness are yang while sourness, saltiness and bitterness are yin. It is therefore very important that in our daily diet, we consume all five flavors in a balanced fashion. One should not skip any flavor. Otherwise, imbalances will arise and certain organs may not be nourished properly. All herbs contain at least one of the five flavors. Remarkably, Schizandra fruit contains all five flavors.

Schizandra is widely used to beautify the skin and to protect the skin from the damaging effects of the sun and wind. Due to the astringent quality of Schizandra, the skin tends to hold its moisture and becomes full and beautiful. It has always been very popular with the wealthy men and women of China, especially the women of the imperial court, because of its youth preserving and rejuvenating effects. It is said that those who use Schizandra consistently will remain youthful in both appearance and physiology. People who start taking Schizandra regularly all change for the better. Their skin virtually glows and becomes clear and fine after several months.

The goji berry contains numerous antioxidant phytochemicals with potential health benefits. It is rich in the carotenoids: beta-carotene, beta-cryptoxanthin, lutein, zeaxanthin and lycopene. Goji berries contain 18 amino acids, including the 8 essential amino acids; 21 trace minerals, including zinc, iron, calcium, selenium and phosphorus, and an array of B vitamins. Other nutrients in goji berries include 5 unsaturated fatty acids, including linoleic acid and alpha-linolenic acid, 11 essential and 22 trace dietary minerals. They are also an excellent source of dietary fiber. Ounce for ounce, the goji berry has more vitamin C than oranges, more beta carotene than carrots and more iron than steak. These berries are also a rich source of vitamin C and zinc, both of which are known to protect against disease and aid in recovery from illness. A 3-ounce serving of dried goji berries contains 1,600mg. of potassium — four times the potassium in bananas. The goji berry contains fatty acids, which can stimulate collagen production and retain moisture, resulting in younger-looking skin.

Big Things in Store for 2013! Mystic Temple!

Blessings. Here's what we're working on for the first quarter of 2013 (just putting it out into the universe!): We've had the great pleasure of forming connections with a lot of people looking to do good within the community and the world at large! And our greatest desire at Natural Mystic is to work towards combining these seperate energies into a joint effort by helping to form our own Costa Mesa sector of the wellness community!

However, our space is currently limited with the modest size of the lovely and petite Natural Mystic. Therefore, we are now putting our thoughts and energies towards expanding our horizons and acquiring a spot adjacent to ours to serve as somewhat of a "community center". Here we'll be able to offer the same meditative environment as Natural Mystic in a larger, undivided, space free of fixtures and retail offerings. Here we'll provide many complimentary as well as paid (but never expensive) services, including but not limited to: Group meditations, yoga, guided prayer, t'ai chi, qi gong, seminars, wellness events, the possibilities are endless! On top of that the doors will be open all day providing a place for personal meditation, prayer, yoga, etc.

However #2, we at Natural Mystic, with our modest funds, aren't currently capable of accomplishing this task alone, which is all the better because our main objective is to get people working together on this! Therefore, we're looking to arrange a team of 3-4 therapists, teachers, healers, readers, etc. as our foundational team who are interested in investing in this venture!

Your investment will give you free reign (with us and the other members of the team) to arrange your own classes, seminars, consultations, readings, healings, etc. in this facility. With each individual bringing something different to the table, we will have a diverse calendar of classes and events. The monetary investment is small and there is a lot to gain beyond the monetary. Contact us here or at NaturalMysticOC@gmail.com for more information on this!

2 New Sugar Scrubs at Natural Mystic

2 of our best selling Body Butter Fragrances are now Sugar Scrubs! Amber Patchouli & Cafe Cocoa!

Amber Patchouli: Pure Cane Sugar, Shea Butter, Soy Butter, Honey Amber Resin, Patchouli Essential Oil, and Glycerin Soap!

Cafe Cocoa: Pure Cane Sugar, Shea Butter, Coffee Butter, Glycerin Soap, and High Antioxidant Organic Arabica Coffee Grounds!

Exfoliation is the key to glowing, healthy skin. Using an exfoliating body sugar scrub can help you achieve smooth skin and more. The benefits of a natural sugar scrub go beyond just cleansing skin – the healing, hydrating propertied found in a sugar scrub is perfect for all skin types.

Sugar scrubs help to restore and moisturize the skin. Sugar is a humectant, which means it cannot draw moisture out of the skin like a salt scrub can.

It is said that just smelling the coffee upon waking up in the morning is good for the brain. The smell of coffee can help resist succumbing to stress due to deprivation of sleep.

Coffee can keep your skin healthy in a lot of different ways. Other than preventing skin cancer and melanoma-related diseases, coffee has anti-oxidant ingredients that can help:

Your skin be free of different radicals that can cause acne, eczema and other skin diseases.

Improve the flow of micro-cellulars in your skin.

Break up fatty deposits which cause cellulite.

Clear up your skin of acne and other blemishes.

Act as sunblock and prevent sunburn and wrinkles.

Absorb and neutralize strong odors such as fish and other smells.

For the best results, use a sugar scrub while taking a shower. After rinsing skin with a body wash, use a sugar scrub to exfoliate and condition the body. Massage 1-2 Sugar Scrub Cubes onto wet skin in circular motion over the entire body. After rinsing off your sugar scrub, all of the dead skin cells and dirt will be removed and your skin will feel refreshed and healthy.

A few helpful tips!

Scrub towards your heart. Starting at your feet, massage and scrub in a circular pattern up the legs and towards the torso. Then continue at your fingertips and work gently up the arm.

Don’t scrub every day. Scrubbing too much can cause over-exfoliation, which does the opposite of promoting healthy skin. Most skin types should scrub 2-3 times a week. If you have sensitive skin, consider using a lighter touch and a gentler scrub.

Do NOT scrub after you shave. Ouch! You only have to do this once to know never to do it again. Instead, scrub prior to shaving, as the exfoliation will remove dead skin skills and avoid clogging your razor.

Women's Empowerment Group presented by Cassandra Lauduski at Natural Mystic

ATTENTION ALL DIVINE GODDESSES: Come, be a part of something beautiful...

The Women's Empowerment Group is a place to be supported and inspired by a community of women, speak your truth, and discover the depths of what you truly need.

We are so grateful to have Cassandra ♥ leading the way...

Cassandra Lauduski is a Holistic Health Counselor and yoga/meditation teacher with the mission of inspiring health and happiness in all women and girls. She has studied throughout the world and is passionate about empowering women to feel confident and beautiful. She believes that the happiest girls are the prettiest girls! To learn more about Cassandra visit her website here!

This is going to be an amazing experience! Feel free to call if you have any questions or comments!

Sean Collins now available for appointments at Natural Mystic

Sean Collins - divination counseling- what I do is divination with stones and crystals, otherwise known as "lithomancy" the ancient art of bringing forth information from the realm of spirit, by the reading of placed stones and crystals.

Recently we had the pleasure of receiving our own personal readings from Sean and were both extremely satisfied with the accuracy of the reading as well as the insight and advice we received concerning the questions we each asked. Over the past 6 months as Natural Mystic we have crossed paths with a great variety of clairvoyants, readers, and healers and Sean is quite possibly our favorite one.

We met Sean when we set up a stand beside him at the Multidimensional School of Healing and immediately became fascinated by his stone jewelry and forged an easy connection. He has an amazing intuitive gift for making stone jewelry so it's only right that he utilizes stones in his readings. This form of reading is completely unique to him as he was the one who developed this method which makes it all the more intriguing (a link to his website coming soon)! All that being said, we will be carrying his jewelry at our shop from this point on (it's already been a hit!) and he will also be taking appointments for readings in our back room. So if you're interested, contact us here!

Dana Peterson available by appointment at Natural Mystic!

Click Here to Visit Dana Patterson's Spiritual Homework!

As an intuitive, empath, channel and healer I strive to integrate healing into all interactions with others. The intention of my work is to provide the tools of self-realization to individuals and families. Utilizing my bachelors degree in Psychology and a masters degree in Education as well as over 15 years of experience of one on one and group integration within homes, business, schools and healing centers.Catalyzing individuals and their environment to shift both toward healing and growth I am guided by the intention and desire to empower individuals and families to move forward to a healthier happier life.

Spiritual Homework Intuitive Session

How is this different from a typical psychic reading?
I will tune into your energy and see where the individual blocks are in the physical, emotional and spiritual body. From this I am guided to what created these blocks; meaning what experience or emotion created the block or cord in your energy. We then can discuss tools to clean and clear those blocks or cords so you can manifest the highest possible outcome for your journey. Each session catalyzes growth and healing allowing each individual to connect to their own intuition and to be guided to manifest the life they desire at a higher vibration. As we clean and clear old patterns and habits we raise our vibration thus clearing the way for a higher vibration relationship, job or outcome. Each session includes tools for your own growth and healing as well as a follow up email for questions that arise.

Can I do a typical psychic reading? For example, “can you tell me what is coming up for me in the next six months”?
Of course! Though I find it to be much more helpful and healing to work with an individual to find the blocks and then provide tools so they themselves can be clear. Thus being able to see for themselves what they are manifesting or creating. Since we are all intuitive beings my goal is to assist people in healing the layers that block them from being guided by their own intuition and to trust in the truth as it is revealed to them.

Intuitive Healings and Pranic Breathwork

Intuitive healing and pranic breathwork assisting in removing blocks in the energetic, emotional and physical body. I will assist you in unwinding the emotional and energetic blocks that are keeping you from moving forward. When these blocks exist our magnetic field remains a lower vibration thus attracting much of the same experiences. When we release and heal our vibration rises giving us the opportunity to create a higher vibration outcome in our relationships, jobs, and over all manifesting.

Testimonials

I can't start this any other way than Dana has completely changed my life. Dana is one of those incredibly gifted individuals that has an ability to connect to you the minute she meets you. I was on a path of self exploration and wondering how to take it to the next level. Although hard to hear at first, she broke through patterns I didn't even realize where there. For as long as I can remember, I've had a fluctuating level of anxiety...never being able to pin point where it was coming from. She graciously pointed out and asked me the necessary questions holding me back. After all that, she provided me the tools to step forward and move to a place of healing and regrowth. She is open, non-judgmental and so accurate at times it's unnerving I know that this is just the start of beautiful growth, I couldn't be more grateful to have her enter my journey.

Kari, Long Beach, CA
Dana is one of the most “connected” people I know, her words of wisdom and guidance come from deep within her, and are words based on experience, not from a book. Dana’s ability and willingness to share her gifts is a blessing in itself. Listen with your soul and your journey will be that much more fulfilled by her pertinent insights!

Phil, New Hampshire
Dana is one of those rare walking angels on earth who has helped me in my greatest times of need. Dana has done the self-work making her a pure vessel of light, able to help and heal you with her insights. Dana has always been extremely accurate in her readings giving me great confidence to act on her advice. Coming from a place of non-judgment she always sees the lessons to be gained despite the outward appearances of life. Dana is a gift to this world living her life in service to bring peace, harmony and love to all those fortunate enough to connect with her. Dana is truly a modern day avatar accessible to us all.

Namaste Hannah, Phoenix, AZ
I have learned a tremendous amount from Dana! The “old me” would fly off the handle over relatively small things through working with Dana I have learned a large amount of patience through her guidance and insight. Learning from her how to control myself and my thoughts and actions is just a couple of examples. The way she explains things is second to none and I am grateful to know her as a person. In addition to the above I have seen her help others as well; her selflessness is amazing to watch. Caring only that the person she is helping becomes clearer and healthier. Dana is truly a light worker and has helped me become the same.

Dan, St. Louis, MO
The coolest thing about learning Kundalini yoga with Dana is that it put me in touch with the infinite love that surrounds us, penetrates us and created us. I have touched this love during the meditation portion of Dana's class, and I definitely credit Dana's clear channel to the infinite as the vehicle that helped enable me to feel this supremely powerful love. Feeling this powerful sense of love and belonging regularly has helped make me more patient, more understanding and more gentle towards others and towards myself. Dana's clear channel to this universal love also helped me release old anger, fear and attachments that prevent me from being the best man I can be. Bottom line is that practicing Kundalini yoga with Dana is helping make me a better man.