Bridging Ancient Wisdom of TCM and Modern Wellness for Skin & Spirit
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In this insightful episode, we connect with Ervina, co-founder and CEO of Yina, a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) skincare and wellness brand based in the US. Arvina shares her remarkable journey from Singapore, where she was born and raised, to San Francisco, where she lived for over 25 years. Originally pursuing pre-med, Ervina pivoted to communications and later discovered TCM through a yoga teacher who recognized her ability to read and write Chinese. Her dedication led her to complete a master’s degree in TCM in the US and then pursue clinical training and a PhD in China, experiencing an incredible pace of seeing over a hundred patients in a single morning and studying TCM classics not available in the US.
The Holistic Philosophy of TCM & Yina’s Approach Ervina’s deep attraction to Eastern medicine stems from its holistic view, treating the individual as a whole rather than just a disease. As a cancer survivor, she personally experienced the profound power of TCM, which helped her regain appetite and energy within a week during chemotherapy, highlighting how TCM doctors treat the mind, body, and spirit. This integrative approach, where patients combine TCM with Western oncology, showed clear differences in energy and overall well-being. Yina embodies this philosophy by combining ancient TCM formulas with modern green science to create products that support beauty from the inside out.
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Key Products & Their Unique Formulations
Lumi Drops (Bestselling Hair Supplement): Collagen Gummies
Based on an ancient Song or Ming Dynasty formula called Chiba Miranda, or “Seven Treasures for Beautiful Hair”. Unlike single-herb extracts, Lumi Drops utilize a synergy of herbs like foti, angelica root, berries, licorice root, and peony root. Modernized with ingredients such as vitamin C, biotin, lycopene, and grass-fed collagen to enhance bioavailability. Ervina shares her personal success story, experiencing baby hair growth after 4 months of use for her own hair loss. A 60-day consumer test showed over 80% of users reported fuller hair and less shedding. These unique supplements are delicious gummies, with a balanced flavor of herbs and fruit, typically taken twice a day.
Bio-cellulose Mask (Second Bestselling Product)
Made from bio-cellulose, a unique material created by bacteria over 21 days of fermentation. This material is so special it’s used in hospitals for burn victims and cardiovascular surgeries, acting like a “second skin”. Infused with ginseng, centella, and peptides to boost hydration and firm the skin. It’s highly effective for healing, including sunburns, and is used by acupuncturists for post-micro-needling skin repair. For maximum benefits, leave it on for 15-30 minutes, or even overnight.
Pro-Tip: For aging or dry skin, apply an oil-based serum (like Yina’s Nourish Botanical Serum) underneath the mask to enhance deeper penetration and hydration1415.
Bian Stone Gua Sha Tool
A specially designed tool for both face and body, distinguishing it from common facial gua sha tools. Traditionally, gua sha was used on the body for conditions like pain, inflammation, and heat stroke. Crafted from bian stone, a “cosmic stone” formed 65 million years ago by a meteor impact in Shandong, China. This unique stone emits ultrasonic pulses and far infrared light, providing a deeply healing resonance. It predates acupuncture, with Chinese people using such stones for healing and surgery during the Stone Age.
Its production requires medical certification in China, and each handcrafted stone is unique. For facial use, it promotes circulation and lymphatic drainage gently. A real-life example includes an ER doctor who used it to reduce swollen feet in 30 minutes after long shifts. Consistent use can improve skin tone, vitality, and address fascia adhesion. The tool’s design includes different edges for specific uses: a gentler edge for large body surfaces, a curved edge for precise scraping, and a small tip for acupressure points (e.g., forearm for anxiety/insomnia, feet/ankle for menopausal symptoms).
Important Usage Tip: Always use plenty of facial or body oil/lotion to ensure enough slip and avoid dragging the skin20.
Hydrocloud Cream
Features a unique blend of five different ginsengs and other adaptogens. Includes trela extract and niacinamide for skin hydration and brightening. More than just a cream, it’s designed to boost mind-body-spirit healing and offers the energetic benefits of the plants. Ervina encourages using it as a ritual, inhaling the faint aroma, which can “open the heart” in an energetic sense, connecting you to a deeper level of self.
Embracing Aging with TCM: Ervina emphasizes that aging is a privilege and encourages embracing the process. In TCM, menopause is beautifully referred to as a “second spring,” a time when the body conserves energy from menstruation, allowing for more self-care and intentional living. Yina is committed to bringing health and wellness through TCM products, promoting a preventative approach to care and celebrating the light within.
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