Check out this great class!

Even if you have been resisting the idea that you are going through "the change of life," there is no stopping or avoiding the process. The shift from fertility to menopause is a serious transformation, AND there is great beauty and power to be discovered in the journey if it is engaged mindfully.

In this class, we will explore the terrain often encountered by a Changing Woman— physical, emotional and spiritual. We will draw on a rich tradition of plant allies and other techniques that can help ease our passage, to help us emerge with more vitality and potency than ever.
Many handouts will be provided; herbal teas and a generous sampling of beneficial snack foods will be served.

Sunday, May 5
12-4pm

Register early, as class size is limited.
Instructor: Carol Trasatto
Carol is an herbalist with almost 35 years of experience who has, herself, traversed the profound changes of the menopausal transition. Having crossed this lifestage 'bridge'—personally and with clients—she understands the process from the inside...and feels honored to assist other women through this often deeply emotional transformation.
Cost: $75; $65 each if two friends register and pay at the same time
To register, contact Radiance at 360-357-5250
Class to be held at Radiance Herbs and Massage

FES Sale

Happy Spring! To Celebrate we are offering a 25% line drive sale on all of our FES (Flower Essence Services) and Healing Herbs flower essences, as well as topical products and the wonderful resource book the Flower Essence Repertory.

Come explore the amazing healing vibrations of flower essences during this awesome sale from Monday 4/1/13 through Monday 4/15/13.

First formulated by englishman Dr Edward Bach in the early 1930s, these gifts from the natural world serve as a mediator to help bring balance to our physical and emotional bodies addressing various stressors in our daily lives.

The Healing Herbs line encompasses all of the original 38 Bach remedies plus Dr. Bach's famous formula for crisis, "rescue remedy" also known as Five Flower Formula from Healing Herbs.

FES has an additional 103 essences from North American flowers as well as the exquisite topicals: Seasons of the Soul oils and Self Heal Creme. They also offer some amazing blends such as the Yarrow Environmental Solution to assist with exposure to electromagnetic fields and the Flourish blends that serve to address common conditions such as: fear, grief, depression, insomnia, post traumatic stress, etc.

Moby Wraps at Radiance

Did you know that Radiance carries Moby Wraps?

We carefully and intentionally select a number of designs and styles so you have a full line of options: UV Protection (Yes, the sun will return soon!), Organic cotton, Silk, Limited Editions, and more.

Mobys are the perfect gift for expecting parents. Versatile and comfortable, they allow babe to be worn close to mama (or papa) with crossed back support. Moby Wraps can be used for babes up to 35lbs, so they're sure to last through the long haul.

Did you know these wraps are so versatile, you can even do yoga while wearing babe?

Check out the Moby website  for more details about wearing the Moby and doing yoga, as well as other baby-safe exercises.

Mychelle Serums at 20% Off

As most of you probably know by now, Radiance brought in Colorado-based skincare line Mychelle Dermaceuticals.

For a limited time you can purchase Mychelle SERUMS at 20% off. 

A little more about serums, from Mychelle's website:

 Facial serums address a multitude of skin issues. Whether wrinkled, aging, sun damaged, acne-prone, or rosacea-prone conditions are your concern, each serum targets where it's needed most, and keeps your skin on track to becoming - and staying - healthy and beautiful-looking.
 
A good skin care regimen is important to maintaining the health and beauty of your skin — that's a fact. A gentle cleanser, balancing toner and nutrient rich, hydrating moisturizer are key components to any daily program, but as skin ages, experiences damage from sun exposure, or distressing breakouts pop up, a little extra defense is warranted. Enter serums, powerful treatments designed to zero in on a specific need.
 
Serums, by virtue of their thinner consistency and strong delivery vehicles, penetrate deep within the skin, quickly releasing their corrective ingredients where they can have the strongest effect. And since they are designed for targeted action, they can be layered for multiple issues (ie, sun damage, dehydration)...

...All of MyChelle's intensive serums are designed to be used daily, on freshly cleansed skin, prior to toner and moisturizer and may be layered one over the other* for multiple corrective effects, if needed. The bioactive ingredients are all at levels proven to be effective in clinical studies, assuring you the most powerful results possible. In the ever-evolving world of skin care, one thing is certain, MyChelle facial serums are an innovative blend of natural technologies and an important part of your healthy skin care regimen.

Stop in today and take a look at our selection of these wonderful serums.

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Damiana Cordial for Valentine’s Day

Damiana [Turnera diffusa] is a shrub native to the southwestern U.S. and Central America. It has an affinity for the nervous system and, among other attributes, it has a wide reputation as a relaxing aphrodisiac in its native range. In Mexico, for example, damiana liqueur is sold in distinctive bottles.

Damiana cordial can easily be made at home. The key is to let the preparation age long enough to let the flavors fully blend and develop. A little goes a long way; damiana cordial is meant to be sipped and savored.

This is perfect to share with a loved one…or to give as gifts. Begin your project now so that it will be matured by mid-February.

Here are some basic proportions. You can increase the recipe if desired.

1 oz dried organic damiana leaves
1 organic vanilla bean, split and chopped
2 cups brandy
1 ½ cups water
1 cup raw local honey
¼ cup rose water or hydrosol [optional]

Soak the dried damiana leaves and chopped vanilla bean in brandy for five days. Strain and reserve the alcohol in an airtight jar.

Place the strained, brandy-saturated damiana and vanilla in a separate jar and add the water. Mix well and let sit for three days.

Strain. Reserve the water in a fresh container. Compost the spent herb.

Warm the water extract gently in a pot over low heat. Dissolve the honey into this.

Add the sweetened water extract to the previously made alcohol extract and stir well.

Pour into sterilized bottle[s], label, and let age for one month or longer.

Can use as is or serve with a splash of rose water or hydrosol. Enjoy!

The Quick Version—

1 cup of vanilla extract

2 T damiana leaves

1 T honey or maple syrup

Stir well and let mixture sit for one week. Strain through cheesecloth and bottle.

Many thanks to Diana De Luca for the inspiration. Check out her wonderful book Botanica Erotica, which makes a fantastic complement for amorous gifting. It is full of delicious recipes to nourish the playfulness of body, mind and spirit.

Staff Pick: Brandy's Gift Suggestions

Brandy, Radiance's body and skincare team lead, is here to share some of her suggestions for gifts this holiday season. 

  Sow Good Roller Ball Perfumes

We just brought in these wonderful essential-oil based perfume rollers, that are unlike anything I've ever smelled. Available in four scents: Happiness, Faith, Generosity, and Harmony. Sow Good is an east-coast company that started out as a family owned business. When the family decided to retire, the employees bought the business. Made ethically in the US, with the Natural Product Association Standard for purity. My personal favorite is Harmony!

Harmony, "...a relaxing woody oriental fragrance with hints of coconut, rose and sweet balsamic vanilla. Soothing and dreamy."

Next up is a product my two year old son is getting as a gift this year. DreamTime Inc. makes these wonderful, plush buckwheat and lavender-stuffed teddy bears that a perfect little luvies or just a soothing, cozy friend.

DreamTime Apollo Bear

Finally, one of my personal favorites for this time of year, Flower Essence Service's Benediction Oil. This is not only a wonderful gift for a loved one, it is also a great self-care tool during this time of year. Take a look at the 'indications' below, and you'll see what I mean.

Flower Essence Service Benediction Oil 

From the FES website:

The Benediction Oil™ was birthed on a Christmas Eve nearly three decades ago to help many who were in need. Although it is now used around the world for many purposes and seasons, we still think of it as our beneficent Christmas Balm, helping the heart to realize the true meaning of “Peace on Earth, Goodwill to Humankind”.
The Flower Fusion:
The foundation of Benediction Oil™ is the precious ruby red St. John’s Wort (Hypericum perforatum) regarded by medieval mystics as the “blood of Christ,” for its protective mantle of light. The essential oils of Rose, Angelica and Jasmine instill higher awareness by opening the heart and soothing anxiety. The flower essences of Holly, Motherwort and Hawthorne strengthen and purify the heart; while Self-Heal helps the soul transform illness into wellness; and Angel’s Trumpet carries consciousness of the spiritual world.
Indications:
To bless and sanctify during holidays (holy days), when the soul seeks deeper meaning and connection
For use as a sacramental anointing oil during any major life passage or celebration
To apply during times of illness, easing pain and assisting body-soul alignment
To help the soul accept and transform chronic pain and physical suffering
To bolster the soul when feeling depression, anguish, anxiety or bewilderment
For recovery from any violation such as violent attack, sexual abuse or other similar trauma
To help birthing, by guiding the soul to feel the blessing of human love during the passage to human incarnation
For heart-centered sexuality, encouraging both body and soul to experience the warmth of human love
For transition during dying – to feel love and support during passage from the body to a purely spiritual reality.

I'm so happy to share my current favorites--there are so many more I could put on this list, but these three little-known treasures are a great start.

Happy Holidays, and I hope to see you soon!

Blessings,
Brandy Gillihan-Eddy
Body & Skincare team lead

Revitalized Water with Sacred Geometry

If you've been to Radiance recently, you might have seen the gorgeous TC Energy Design glassware near the front. You might have been attracted by the form of the carafes, so fluid looking, so vital. You might have been intrigued by the glass straws. Or you might have resonated with the chakra tumblers, each with an affirmation at the base of the glass.
But you might not know the very real power the design of this glassware holds. This is the power of the Fibonacci sequence, otherwise known as sacred geometry.

From TC Energy Design's website:

TC glassware increases the biological vibrancy of whatever is placed within it, as well as the area around it. That means the glassware revitalizes the natural quality of water and other liquids by the effect of the resonance waves which pass through the liquid within it, and which harmonize with and amplify each other. This generates increased vitality and a larger force field, improving the quality and biological value of any liquid. This resonance field is experienced within the glassware and is also transferred to the surrounding room in which the glassware is placed. This effect of TC glassware forms is due to their specific design, which is based on universal principles of musical and geometric harmony (also referred to as Sacred Geometry.)

So if you found yourself moved by the stunning beauty of these products, you now know why! And if you haven't come into the store and seen them, you are highly encouaged to do so!
Below is a small video of TC Energy Designs full catalogue. While we may not have in stock every single offering shown, what we do have is pretty incredible. And if you just need something that we don't have, please ask! Odds are that we might be able to easily get it for you.
Here's the catalogue: