'At the heart of Rasasara's divine application is the intention to promote wellness, long life and ageless beauty.' Sonia Lloyd, creator of the Rasasara Ayurvedic Skincare range.
The Philosophy of Rasasara
"The science behind Rasasara's skincare system is ‘Ayurveda' a science of life, longevity & healing that originated in India some 5000 years ago.
We at Rasasara were drawn to Ayurvedic philosophy because of its awareness of the quality of sattvika - we aspire to become sattvika ourselves & create a world that is sattvika - 'heaven on earth'.
For an object or food to be sattvika it must be uncontaminated and should not spread evil or disease in the world. On the contrary its presence must purify the surroundings. Thus when an individual consumes such a food, he must feel that he is eating pure food. The food should be healthy, nutritious and clean. It should also not weaken the power or equilibrium of mind. (en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sattvika)
When looking at the cosmetic industry we felt that what it offered was the opposite of sattvika & that it was up to us, & people like us to make greater efforts to challenge mainstream & mistaken ideas about how to care or alternatively ‘not care' for our body & skin.
Through combining the wisdom of Ayurveda & the healing power of whole foods & herbs we created the Rasasara ‘Ayurvedic Skincare' products. Rasasara is a Sanskrit word that translates as ‘the cream which rises to the top'.
We see Rasasara skin & body care products as nourishing, healing ‘skinfoods' - so called because they feed & nourish the skin, & everything in between - from the plasma to the more gross muscle tissue, back to what Ayurveda calls ‘the Self or consciousness'.
The skin is the bodies' largest organ & second brain, it is the organ most exposed to the elements. Knowing this it makes perfect sense that we would take care of it.
The Ayurvedic awareness of the divinity that resides in all beings & that to care for the Self via the skin is not vain or cosmetic, but instead an essential act of loving kindness directed towards the 'Self', supports this essential knowledge."
Rasasara products
Naturally Rasasara products are packaged with their biodegradability & the earth's ecology in mind. As the business grows we will continue to seek out newer ecological methods of packaging. Currently we use PET recycled plastic, we store all our cold pressed oils in glass, all our paper products are recycled & printed with non toxic inks & washed with benign press chemicals & we don't over package with unnecessary boxes.
Our greatest aim is to deliver you a sattvic product, steeped with 'ahimsa' - ( sanskrit for non-violence or cruelty to other beings) & free from 'ama' (toxins) that create bodily weakness; ie. synthetic fragrances which aggravate the skin; petrochemicals which are now known carcinogens (as in cancer causing) & sulphates which harm us & all marine & plant life.
The end result is a product that doesn't harm you or the environment, but instead supports you & your environment; & an act as simple as washing ones face is transformed, becoming a holy & powerful force of healing in the world, complete with sattvika consciousness.
Learn more about Ayurvedic skin care, and which products are right for you here.
View Rasasara products here.
"We don’t want to be just another perfume company.
We want to be a seed for change.
We believe that the perfect beauty of nature need not be corrupted by synthetic interference.
And that beauty is defined by knowing who you are, and being able to see beauty around you.
So care more deeply. Share more of yourself. Live inspired. Make a difference."
"By loving our perfumes, you are also helping disempowered people throughout the world. One Seed donates 10% of profits to organisations close to our heart."
One Seed Perfumes
- 100% botanical, with nothing synthetic
- Organic-focused and GMO-free
- Use recyclable and sustainable packaging
- Are superior quality eu de parfum, never diluted
- Handcrafted in small, artisan batches
- Against animal cruelty
- Australian-made
One Seed also manufacture Body Creams to complement each of their divine perfumes.
View One Seed products here.
Mukti (mooktee) is the perfect fusion of modern science and traditional herbal remedies.
A luxurious, certified organic, plant based beauty collection that utilises the best mother nature has to offer, Mukti Botanicals are infused with ingredients that are safe enough to eat including herbal extracts, vitamins, pure essential oils and essential fatty acids. Mukti is suitable for all skin types.
The Story Behind Mukti
Mukti Botanicals was birthed in 2000 primarily due to sheer frustration. Mukti, the founder of Mukti Botanicals, was desperately searching for a range of personal care products that she could use on her client base. Her criteria was so strict and her desire so profound she decided to create her own range. After ten years of research and study including: cosmetic chemistry, aromatherapy, herbalism, and organics, she formulated a range of clean, green certified organic products.
“We are passionate about organics and living a healthy long life. Not only are organic products backed by powerful science, they produce results," says Mukti.
Mukti Botanicals is now available in the USA and throughout Asia, but remains a family owned business.
Mukti's Philosophy
"Mukti (mooktee) meaning Freedom and Liberation is derived from Sanskrit, one of the oldest Indo-European languages. Our philosophy is to embrace the principles of Mukti through a process of consumer education and training.
We are dedicated to educating consumers on making safe, informed, and sustainable choices. We are passionate about our precious environment as well as creating products that do no harm. By taking responsibility for what we purchase, we are taking a stance and ensuring that all life as we know it on this planet will continue for future generations. It is the innate right of all sentient beings to experience freedom and liberation…"
Mukti Botanical's products
- Australian Made status means that all processes involved in the manufacturing and production of this product occurred in Australia.
- Organic Certification by the OFC assures that this product has been produced in a responsible, ecological and harmonious way. No synthetic chemicals have been used, crops have been grown using sustainable methods and products are GMO free.
- Accreditation with Choose Cruelty Free assures you that no animal has been harmed nor have they tested on animals to produce any products.
- Mukti assign a portion of their profits to charity
- Mukti’s commitment to the environment is based on sustainable packaging, biodegradable ingredients and recyclable containers. As they continue to grow, Mukti are committed to becoming 100% carbon neutral.
View Mukti Botanicals products here.
'At the heart of Rasasara's divine application is the intention to promote wellness, long life and ageless beauty.' Sonia Lloyd, creator of the Rasasara Ayurvedic Skincare range.
