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NARAYAN

I have never known how to be one thing.

Long before anyone told us to find our niche, build a brand, choose a lane, and become known for one highly marketable piece of ourselves, I was busy becoming interested in everything.

I have always considered myself a Renaissance woman. Not because I fancy myself wandering around Florence in velvet sleeves—although I wouldn’t object—but because I have never felt the need to hang my hat on one identity.

In my twenties, I made my living as a manicurist, but “manicurist” was never the totality of who I was. I was designing and sewing clothes, gardening, cooking, studying nutrition, learning astrology, and trying to understand the world I had landed in.

I was doing DIY before DIY had a name. Back then, you simply had an idea and figured out how to make the damn thing.

Over the years came acting, interior design, jewelry making, gemstones, crystals, cloisonné, stained glass, medicinal plants, energy work, writing, and more than a few extraordinary rabbit holes.

And then came the potions.

When I began making skincare, I wasn’t interested in copying someone else’s formula, changing the scent, and sticking my label on the bottle. I wanted to understand the skin—its structure, intelligence, and relationship to the body, hormones, nutrition, inflammation, emotion, and energy.

The deeper I went into the skin, the deeper I went into the body. And the deeper I went into the body, the more impossible it became to separate beauty from wellness.

That bridge became Narayan Beauty & Wellness.

Narayan Beauty has never been merely a skincare company. It is where beauty and healing meet—where the intelligence of plants meets the intelligence of the body, and where outer radiance is understood as part of a much larger inner ecology.

So, as you move through this website and find me writing about botanicals in one place, astrology in another, and then wandering into beauty, consciousness, culture, energy, the body, or the sacred space of the heart, you are not encountering a pile of unrelated categories assembled to feed the content machine.

You are walking through the rooms of one life.

We have been trained to believe that credibility requires narrowing ourselves. Choose one subject. Claim one title. Stay in your lane. Repeat the same thing until the world knows exactly which small box to put you in.

But a life is not a niche.

I am Narayan. I make potions. I grow plants. I study the body, the stars, the heart, and the peculiar behavior of human beings. I write books. I build things. I follow visions. I ask questions that do not always have tidy answers.

And after 64 trips around the sun, I still have absolutely no intention of choosing one lane.

mother nature rules

THE GARDEN

This work is a calling, a labor of true love. If you’ve ever tended a few potted plants or cultivated a full farm, you’ll know what I mean—it calls to you. There are days when I step out into the garden, and I’m completely consumed by a connection so vast, so awe-inspiring, that I just can’t leave. I tend this space with such reverence and devotion, and I hope that love comes through in every potion I create. I want you to feel the deep bond I have with this piece of nature.

I call it a garden—or, when I’m feeling bold, a micro farm. With just under a third of an acre, it’s incredible how much can grow in such a small space. Today, we organically cultivate over 30 different herbs and botanicals, each one medicinal or aromatic. This year, we even built a greenhouse—though I think of it more as a drying room and an atrium. On hot summer nights, I’ve found myself sleeping out there, surrounded by the energy of the plants I care for.

We grow for many purposes, but the main focus is hydrosols, capturing the very essence of the botanicals. These plants also find their way into tinctures and, soon, into powdered dried herbs for teas or for you to play the role of alchemist in your own creations. Over time, I’ve gently reformulated our Beauty Blends to include the botanicals from this garden, and it feels so fulfilling to weave this space into the products we offer.

This garden is more than just a plot of land; it’s a sanctuary, a partnership with the earth, and a space of transformation. Everything grown here carries the energy of this devotion. Every hydrosol, tincture, and blend is infused with the reverence I feel for this space. When you use these creations, my hope is that you feel the love and connection that grows here—because it truly is a labor of love, from soil to spirit.

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BEAUTY BLENDS

With the wisdom of Mother Nature guiding me and the understanding that 70% of what you put on your body enters your bloodstream within minutes, I approach skincare as something far more than surface-level beauty—it’s a deeply intimate, transformative experience. Let that sink in: your skincare is not just a routine; it’s a gateway to your health and well-being.

When I put on my alchemical artist hat, I formulate with this knowing. From the very beginning in 2005, I made a promise to myself—and to you—that I would create a line of Beauty Blends that not only give you radiant, glowing skin with the power of natural, organic botanicals but also work in harmony with your entire being. No matter your skin type or concerns—whether it’s Graceful Ageing, Acne Remedies, Sensitive Rosacea, or even addressing skin cancers with Damage Control—these blends are designed to restore balance and bring healing.

One of my proudest formulations is Super Natural—my "Notox Botox," the first of its kind. But the vision goes deeper than skin. Every blend I create is designed to foster positive change not just for your skin but for your mind, body, and spirit. When your mind and body are in harmony, your spirit has more space to be fully present in your life. That’s the true essence of beauty—living in balance, connected to your spirit.

I’m passionate about the use of essential oils (EOs). Their molecular structure is so tiny that they enter your bloodstream within seconds, delivering the medicinal power of nature in its purest, most potent form. When formulated correctly, EOs can heal a wide variety of skin conditions, ease pain, reduce inflammation, and even bring deep relaxation. Aromatherapy isn’t a trend—it’s ancient, timeless, and profoundly true.

That’s why I’ve alchemized 8 different Essential Oil Blends, the foundation of the Beauty Blend Collections. Each blend is its own unique creation, benefiting you both topically and internally—mind, body, and spirit.

Our Beauty Blends are:

Handcrafted with care and intention.

Made in small batches to ensure potency and quality.

100% Organic, without a single drop of synthetic ingredients.

Water-free, with 100% active ingredients, because every drop should serve a purpose.

And absolutely NO icky stuff—none, nada, zero.

With these blends, I hope to offer you more than just skincare—I want to share an invitation to step into harmony with your body, your spirit, and the incredible healing power of nature.

~ Collections ~

wellness alchemy from the forest & the garden

PINON PINE WELLNESS & more ~

In May 2021, as the world faced the reality of bioweapons, shedding spike proteins, and widespread fear, I received a note from Great Spirit that could not be ignored. We packed up the wagon and drove to Pine Mountain, drawn by the medicine of Pinon Pine. With its ancient wisdom and potency—30 times stronger than a cup of tea—we harvested and distilled it into what would become Pinon Pine Gold Hydrosouls, a remedy we knew the world needed.

We bottled it up, added it to the site, and hit the socials hard, determined to get this healing medicine into the hands of as many people as possible. To date, we’ve sold tens of thousands of bottles worldwide, a testament to the power of nature’s remedies and the deep human desire for true healing.

In March 2020, when the local farmers market deemed me “not essential” and barred me as a vendor, something shifted within me. My strong sense of knowing kicked in, and I saw through the false narratives being fed to us. I stood firm in my truth and began crafting wellness solutions that spoke to the real needs of humanity, rooted in the belief that Mother Nature holds the cure for everything.

Now, as I sit here in September 2024, I reflect on that moment of clarity and resilience. Everything my intuition told me has proven true. BIG Pharma is falling, and as it collapses, I am here, ready to lift you up with the healing potions of Mother Nature, not the poisons being sold as medicine.

This journey has only fueled my passion to create wellness remedies that bridge beauty and healing, restoring balance to the body and soul. My commitment is unwavering: to remain in constant pursuit of nature’s cures and to bring them to you with integrity, love, and reverence for the Earth.

Together, we’re rediscovering what it means to heal—not through synthetic lies, but through the ancient, potent wisdom of nature.

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GOLD HYDROSOULS

If ever there was a remedy that beautifully bridges healing and beauty, it is The Hydrosols. These aqueous waters are, in my heart, the medicine of the future—gentle yet incredibly potent. For both internal and external use, their healing properties surpass expectations: at 30 times the potency of a cup of tea, yet far gentler than essential oils, they offer a safe and versatile way to experience the essence of plants.

Hydrosols can be taken under the tongue as medicine or sprayed directly onto the body, where their benefits are immediately felt. The magic lies in their ability to deliver the frequency of the plant, for plants are nature’s original frequency medicine, holding the power to rebalance, heal, and nurture.

At Narayan Beauty & Wellness, we’ve made hydrosols a cornerstone of what we do. On our small plot of land, we organically grow and distill over 30 herbs and botanicals with reverence and care. These healing waters have become a true passion project, one that I believe will someday be widely recognized as a common and trusted medicine, bridging the gap between healing and beauty.

Hydrosols are more than a product—they’re a gift from the plants themselves, and we honor their essence with every step of the process. From growing and harvesting to distilling, we take great care to create these healing waters for you.

Because they are such a vital part of Narayan Beauty & Wellness, I’ve placed this information on the About Page to highlight their importance. These hydrosols are not just part of our offerings; they are part of our mission: to bring the healing power of nature into your life, bridging beauty, wellness, and medicine in the most transformative way possible.

its not over

THE JOURNEY

Where does it start, and how does it end? Looking back, it feels like the journey of Narayan Beauty has always been in motion, a series of one thing leading to the next, choices made in the flow of daily life that seamlessly wove this tapestry together.

The Beginning: Beauty in My Blood

Being born into the beauty industry was a fitting foundation. My father was a hairdresser in San Diego, CA, running his own salon. When I was 20, I followed that thread, becoming a manicurist just as he stepped away from the industry. Working in some of the sassiest salons, I built a reputation—not just for my skill but for my unapologetically bold voice.

In 1994, life took me to Los Angeles, and almost by accident, I became a celebrity manicurist. I was represented by a world-renowned agent who booked me for everything from Vogue magazine spreads to prepping celebrities for the Oscars. It was a whirlwind, but even then, I could feel the rumblings of something deeper calling to me.

Pivoting Toward Sovereignty

By 2003, still entrenched in the celebrity beauty world, I developed a line of nail, hand, and foot care products for a major shopping network. It was successful, lucrative even—but by 2005, I’d wiggled my way out of that contract. I could see where that path led: wealth without freedom. I knew I couldn’t allow myself to be owned by an entity that didn’t align with my values.

That’s when the first iteration of my Beauty Blends began, in my tiny Hollywood apartment. I had no money, just a vision and grit. One ingredient at a time, I started crafting the nine products I had dreamed up on paper. It was slow, scrappy work, but by 2010, I had a full line of blends for the face, hands, feet, and body.

Ojai: Planting Roots

On January 11, 2011 (for those who like numbers), I moved to Ojai, CA, into a 10x10 “cabin.” Within a year, I was invited to sell at the Farmers Market, a step that became an incredible chapter in my journey. For eight years, I poured my heart into that community, sharing my products, connecting with people, and growing Narayan Beauty organically.

And then, in March 2020, like so many others, I was deemed "non-essential" and booted from the market. It was a gut punch, but resilience is part of my DNA. By May 2021, I harvested wild Pinon Pine, distilled it, bottled it, and hit social media hard. Overnight, a 20-year journey found a fresh wave of success.

The Now: A Life in Harmony

Fast forward to summer 2024, and here I am, farming a small plot of land, cultivating herbs, and crafting potions of beauty and wellness. What began in that Hollywood apartment has grown into a micro-farm filled with over 30 medicinal and aromatic botanicals. Each plant is tended with reverence, and each product carries the essence of my journey.

The Evolution of Healing

Over the years, my work has evolved far beyond beauty. After 33 years of scrubbing feet, something shifted—a spontaneous awakening of Kundalini energy 25 years ago gifted me with insight, heart, and the ability to heal. Through my hands and my products, I offer more than skincare; I offer connection, transformation, and love.

A Life of Sovereignty

Since the age of 20, I’ve been self-employed. No investors, no trust fund—just grit, passion, and a willingness to fly by the seat of my pants. It’s been a bootstrap life, and I wouldn’t have it any other way.

This journey has been about far more than building a business. It’s about sovereignty—the freedom to create, live, and heal on my own terms. And as I step into Cronehood, it feels like the beginning all over again, with a lifetime of wisdom fueling every step forward.

Narayan Beauty is more than a brand; it’s the essence of my life’s work poured into every bottle. Thank you for being part of this story—kick off your shoes, stay a while, and welcome to my world.

alchemical art

SHOUT OUT

Renaissance ~ A Return to Beauty as Virtue

As the world moves through its own renaissance, a time of transformation and rediscovery, I wanted to infuse this spirit into the creation of my new site. I drew inspiration from a historical period when art embodied beauty and beauty was regarded as a virtue—a reflection of inner harmony, creativity, and grace.

When I stumbled upon the alchemical works of Amy Salomone, it felt like a serendipitous meeting of minds and visions. Her art speaks directly to the essence of alchemy and beauty, and I immediately knew I wanted her work to fill my site. Her pieces capture the energy and spirit of each of my collections, bringing the alchemy of essential oil blends to life in a way that words cannot fully express.

Working with Amy has been an absolute joy. She understood and elevated the feeling I wanted for each blend, translating the essence of these creations into stunning visuals. To pick a favorite? I simply can’t. Each piece resonates deeply, a perfect reflection of the collection it represents.

I invite you to scroll through the site and immerse yourself in the beauty of her art paired with the alchemical magic of my Beauty Blends. Her work truly embodies the renaissance of beauty and alchemy we’re all seeking.

If you’d like to discover more of her incredible talent, you can find her on Instagram—just as I did!

@ forms_most_beautiful

ps. photo credits narayan