FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What are flower essences?
Flower essences are an extraction of the healing vibrational energies produced by flower blossoms. Fresh flower blossoms are gathered in the early morning and placed in water and sunlight where they release their subtle energies. The resulting flower essence energized waters are added to our products so that you may experience their gentle healing energy. These flower essences contain therapeutic benefits that aid in soothing and balancing the emotions and managing everyday choices.
How do flower essences work?
Flower essences move & expand throughout your emotional energy system, uplifting and transforming areas of discord. They help to release the past where the blockage or discord occurred and bring you into the present moment. Being in the present moment allows you to see the truth about yourself and your life, giving you a new perspective and an opportunity to make a new choice about whatever was blocking you so you can move forward. Flower essences lead to a better quality of life through better choices.
How are your flower essences prepared?
First we must get into the present moment. The present moment is where nature is. It is not caught up in the past or the future but right here, right now. In the present moment is a place we call Pono; harmony and connectedness with all things. We are careful to maintain Pono throughout the entire process of making our flower essences so that the energy of the flowers is in it’s purest form - not mixed up with our personal energy but just the healing energy of the flower itself. Once in a state of Pono we make our way through the forest or field to gather the blossoms we will use.
In the early morning as we gather the freshly opened flower blossoms, we always ask for permission from the plant and from the forest or area where it is growing. Carefully the dew filled blossoms are gathered and then floated in water and left in the sun. It is at this time that the flower essence energies are released into the water. After a few hours, the flowers are removed and the solution is strained. Next, an equal amount of brandy is added for preservation. This new mixture is placed into direct sunlight for a few more hours. After this, the solution is complete and called the “Mother Stock”. This is further diluted before the final bottling. The original flower blossoms are given back to the Earth with many prayers of gratitude and Aloha.
What makes Hawaiian Rainforest Naturals’ Flower Essences unique?
Although every flower and plant has its own specialized attributes, it also is a product of it’s environment. It contains and is made from the elements and the energy of the place where it grows. That is why we gather our flowers for our essences from wild areas that have little or no human contact. Luckily many wild forests are still intact here on the Big Island. These wild places have a pure, raw energy that can be felt and experienced. This raw nature is contained and expressed in the flowers we use to create our essences. Being the most isolated land mass in the Pacific Ocean has created this unique ecosystem. The rain forests of Hawaii contain some of the most unique and rare species of birds, plants and insects, evolving in isolation. Also evolved is an ancient culture, an ancient way of living as a part of nature - not separate from the source. In harmony with nature and with reverence for all things. It is from this place that we bring forth our flower essences.
How do I use your flower essences?
Our flower essences can be used individually or in combinations. Many combinations exist, it is safe and effective for you to choose the essences you need and use them at the same time. Fast & easy to use; 5 drops under tongue or in 1 cup water up to 3 times per day. When combining more than 2 individual essences decrease the number of drops to 3 of each essence. They can be taken directly from the bottle and placed under the tongue and held for a few seconds. Add to water or herbal tea and sip. They can also be further diluted into a dosage solution. Essences can be applied externally, rubbing into the skin. They are especially effective when applied to the wrists and the back of the neck. They can also be applied to the meridian points and chakras. 10 drops in a warm bath is also an effective and soothing way to experience their therapeutic benefits. External application is a good option for extra sensitive people and people sensitive to alcohol.
What is the difference between “stock” and “dosage” solutions?
Stock and dose refer to dilution levels. Our essences are sold at the stock level, diluted only once from the original “Mother Stock”. A dosage solution is further diluted from the stock level. This is done by taking 10 drops of the Stock level flower essence and adding it to a ½ ounce medicine bottle filled with three quarters purified or distilled water and one quarter brandy. At the dosage level, the flower essences can be taken up to 5 times per day. When using this method to make combinations, decrease the number of drops to 7 each. The dosage solution can also be made without adding the brandy but must be refrigerated.
Can I use more than one essence at a time?
Yes, many combinations exist, it is safe and effective for you to choose the essences you need and use them at the same time. Please see our Combinations page.
How did your company evolve?
After we began making our flower essences in 1992 and understanding their healing attributes, we wanted a way to reach out to the everyday person. Not just have these healing remedies available to people who knew what flower essences were, but to everyone. We decided that offering them as a bath would be an easy and comfortable way for the everyday person to experience their therapeutic benefits. Our bath crystals became very popular and people began asking us for more external use products. After many years of research and experimentation we have been able to expand our offerings. We are especially pleased to have our products used professionally by world-class spas and massage therapist alike, offering treatments to bring relaxation and healing not only physically but emotionally as well.
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