The skin is a living organ, dynamic, protective, revealing. In TCM it is an organ of discernment, charged with the function of sorting what to preserve, and what to defend against. At Qi Formularie we hold to a simple precept: good in/bad out.
Our proprietary formulations are constructed by a fully-certified and practicing TCM/Classical Oriental Medicine Practitioner with a Western biology/healthcare background and a lifetime passion for natural skincare formula creation.
Categorized in terms of action, based on treatment principles intended to target identified disharmonies, our proprietary formulations are presented via the TCM paradigm. Their actions can be correlated to the needs of the following skin types:
Primary Elixir™ Green Tea Light Moisture Serum
This unique very light-textured water-based serum is made to be used day and night; alone for oilier skin that requires lighter moisture, or as the basis for layering a more substantial moisturizer or nighttime treatments when skin requires additional supplementation. Formulated on TCM principles to support maximal balance, clarity, regulation and protection, Primary Elixir is recommend as an absolute basic, for use as the first-line application to bare skin after cleansing and then layered as appropriate with other products according to need. To the very best of our ability we have created here the ideal symbiosis of yin and yang.
Tai-C™ Concentrate 30% Vitamin C Pure Oil Infusion
Harmonizing active Vitamin C is supremely regarded for its skin-brightening, repairing and firming effects, as well as for its anti-oxidant activity. This serum delivers a full 30% of proven most stable and bio-available form of C; formulated in a base conceived to maximally protect potency without causing irritation despite its super-concentration. Recommended nightly as part of an intensive routine; and/or during the day for skin maintenance/protection.
Cucumber Rose Infusion Toner
Ideally balanced and mild, this hydrating and calming toner from our Universal line is perfectly suited to all skin types. The cooling Yin of cucumber/huang gua is complemented by the more Yang activity of qi regulation by rose/mei gui hua. Rice and oats provide underlying supplementation and moisture to keep skin perfectly hydrated. Use after cleansing to delivery an extra layer of purifying hydration before applying any other products.
Universal Light Infusion™ Brightening Serum
Remarkably light given its plant-infused power, Universal Light Infusion is made to balance the yin and yang of the skin by targeting areas of unevenness, visually smoothing the complexion and increasing luminescence from within. It does this by infusing a sophisticated complex of photo-therapeutics proven to support brightness, clarity and resilience; and then protecting and enhancing their effect with substances that facilitate seamless penetration and seal absorption in order to maximize deepest skin benefits. For use at night, under Infusion Seal Triple Rose Cream or other occlusive; effect is augmented by layering with Tai-C serum.
Full Radiance Gold And White Ultimate Nourishing & Exfoliating Mask
This high-treatment, multi-action mask is presented in powder form, activated when mixed with water; a method of formulation which maximally preserves the multitude of nutrients until just ready to be used. Rich in vitamins A and E, the golden-orange pumpkin squash is valued in TCM for its excellent detoxification effects as well as its actions of regulating and tonifying. It is combined here with gentle exfoliation, skin calming and astringent therapeutics to create a balanced ‘all-in-one’ facial. Use weekly or bi-weekly; or just before a special event for the freshest, deepest glow.