For the growing Shangri-La Green family of products the following values are important: Transparency, Quality, Sustainability & Artistry. While these are small batch products made in the studio, and not a factory, all ingredients are completely and accurately labeled. I research the most nourishing and effective recipes. It’s important to me for these products toContinue reading “The Shangri-La Green Product Ethos”
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Shangri-La Green Product Launch: BioSerum Midnight Mascara
Ingredients: Ultra-Fine Coconut Charcoal, Horsetail, Ginseng, Argan Oil, Camellia Seed Oil, Prickly Pear Seed Oil, Castor Oil, Candelilla Wax, Shea Butter, Biomimetic Plant-Based Keratin 10 ml. Comes in metal/glass/bamboo eco friendly containers. BioSerum Midnight Mascara is a high-performance growth bio-hack for adorning and nourishing your lashes. This 100% natural formula replaces synthetic chemicals with a potent lash-GrowthContinue reading “Shangri-La Green Product Launch: BioSerum Midnight Mascara”
The Making of Regenerative “BioSip: Seeds Of Longevity” Cold Infusion
Ingredients: Natural Spring Water, Raw Honeycomb Honey, Sequoia seed, Quaking Aspen seed, Creosote seed, Pomegranate seed, Sequoia needle, Dried Basil, Dried Mint, Horsetail, Stonebreaker, Heal All, Horsetail, Cat’s Claw, Huamanpinta, Tomatillo Husk All of these high potency ingredients – especially the Creosote, of which there is only one seed included – are used sparingly. OnceContinue reading “The Making of Regenerative “BioSip: Seeds Of Longevity” Cold Infusion”
Shangri-La Green: New From Small Batch Botanical Cosmetics
The latest offering from Shangri-La Green small batch, completely nourishing, botanical cosmetics is a modification of a previous recipe – with the same ethos of transparency and therapeutic biocompatibility with ingredients. There’s no alcohol or petroleum derivatives, and it comes in a completely metal container for extended shelf life and increased environmental sustainability. Ingredients: WhiteContinue reading “Shangri-La Green: New From Small Batch Botanical Cosmetics”
Industry, Medicine & Philosophy: Systemic Reforms That Transcend Cancer
Healing Sky Panel – Studio Shangri-La At first glance, issues such as cancer may appear to stem from countless complex factors. But in truth, many cases trace back to a few root causes and thus, actionable solutions. Reforming industry to eliminate known carcinogens is not optional, it’s essential. From the toxicity of fossil fuel exhaustContinue reading “Industry, Medicine & Philosophy: Systemic Reforms That Transcend Cancer”
Design For A Battery Farm: Biomineral Synthesis & Refinement Of Lithium, Sodium & Magnesium In A Zoned Clay Matrix
Design For A Battery Farm: Biomineral Synthesis & Refinement Of Lithium, Sodium & Magnesium In A Zoned Clay Matrix By Sarah Ikerd, Studio Shangri-La Multimedia, July 2025 Sarah.ikerd@studio-shangri-la.com http://www.studio-shangri-la.com; https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Sarah-Ikerd Figure 1: Basic Layout of the Zoned Clay Matrix Abstract In an era of escalating demand for critical minerals, this paper proposes a significant paradigmContinue reading “Design For A Battery Farm: Biomineral Synthesis & Refinement Of Lithium, Sodium & Magnesium In A Zoned Clay Matrix”
5 Ways To Make A Positive Eco Impact At Home
Earth Month is the perfect time to embrace small yet impactful changes that contribute to both local and global sustainability. Here are five accessible actions to help build a more eco-conscious future—because even small shifts make a difference. Personally, I’ve enjoyed switching to bamboo toilet paper—it’s soft, sustainable, and a meaningful choice. Composting has alsoContinue reading “5 Ways To Make A Positive Eco Impact At Home”
The Clownfish & The Anemone: Symbiotic Business Partnerships For A Circular Economy
There is a necessary economic transformation happening towards a Circular Economy to keep us thriving on Earth. A circular economy is an economic system focused on minimizing waste and maximizing resource efficiency by recycling, reusing, and regenerating materials. With a systems thinking approach to economy and commerce, there can be leaps and bounds of innovationContinue reading “The Clownfish & The Anemone: Symbiotic Business Partnerships For A Circular Economy”
Featured Sustainable Mixed Media: “Tapestry Of We”
The first note about this tapestry is that it’s still in progress. Given experience with previous mixed media, the process of the piece can also look really interesting. I find it already compelling in its natural form, as a combination of upcycled materials: ‘Yard waste’ or found wood, fabric that is/was a curtain, other recycledContinue reading “Featured Sustainable Mixed Media: “Tapestry Of We””
Everyday Environmentalism: Permaculture Begins At Home
Permaculture is a more natural form of agriculture that respects the natural intelligence of ecosystems and organisms with mindful harvesting. I recently took advantage of how easy this is to do with some mushrooms I purchased from Trader Joe’s that still had the mycelium on the base intact. Before lightly sauteeing the brown beech mushrooms,Continue reading “Everyday Environmentalism: Permaculture Begins At Home”
Impactful Environmentalism: Rainwater Collection & Filtration Systems
There are certain environmental actions that are quite approachable and easy to take. Rainwater collection and filtration at individual homes and other buildings is a great opportunity for efficiency and abundance. The drain pipe in the video was able to collect a gallon of water in under 10 seconds. There is immense potential for decentralizedContinue reading “Impactful Environmentalism: Rainwater Collection & Filtration Systems”
Design Of Experiment & Data Collection: Ionization Levels & Electron Affinity Of Water
Purpose: Seeking to ascertain the energetic differences between Hydrogen, Carbon and Oxygen and the state of liquid water — specifically, the ionization levels of the outer valence electrons. That is, what synergetic light wavelength stimulus could it take to move these elements, that also comprise the basic polymeric makeup of plastics, into a new butContinue reading “Design Of Experiment & Data Collection: Ionization Levels & Electron Affinity Of Water”
Studio Shangri-La Design + Lab: Bold Projects, Cures & Legacy Value
It comes to this — who will bravely build the cures for the greater value of benefit to society and legacy. On more than one occasion I’ve heard representatives from large institutions say they’re afraid of cures or solutions. From a business or competitive standpoint then, losing profit, running out of challenges or ideas toContinue reading “Studio Shangri-La Design + Lab: Bold Projects, Cures & Legacy Value”
Health + Innovation: Non-Invasive Medicines Of The Future Now
Dr. McCoy: My god, what is this, the Dark Ages? Here, you swallow that. If you have a problem, just call me… Intern #1: Weintrub said radical chemotherapy or she’s gonna croak… Dr. McCoy: Unbelievable. Intern #1: You have a different view, Doctor? McCoy: It sounds like the goddam Spanish Inquisition! McCoy: My God, man, drilling holes in his headContinue reading “Health + Innovation: Non-Invasive Medicines Of The Future Now”
Studio Shangri-La Lab Notes: Monitoring Emissions Pt. 2 + Managing Prototype Design
Recently I completed a course on Agile Project Management, and that has been a great accompaniment to beginning the prototype build for a portable photocatalytic or photodegradation system. One important point before proceeding with the fun testing is that all the components truly fulfill the design and product requirements, and address any issues directly asContinue reading “Studio Shangri-La Lab Notes: Monitoring Emissions Pt. 2 + Managing Prototype Design”
Environment, Industry & Public Health: Four Categorical Solutions For Positive Planetary Transformation
Environment, industry and public health are inextricably linked. Environment is of course our home planet Earth, the space in which we live and operate. And its health and condition affect our own wellbeing. The manner in which industry is conducted and the materials used directly affect environment. Thus, our behavior and choices directly affect environment.Continue reading “Environment, Industry & Public Health: Four Categorical Solutions For Positive Planetary Transformation”
Studio Shangri-La Podcast: Science + Philosophy — Trust The Body, Respect The Quanta
Interview On Powered Magazine: Sarah Ikerd — Unleashing Creativity as Owner of Studio Shangri-La
Check out the interview here. Powered is a magazine “designed for individuals who are passionate about self-development, entrepreneurship, and business, and who are looking for practical advice and strategies to help them reach their full potential.” Powered: “Unleash your creativity with Sarah Ikerd, the owner of Studio Shangri-La, as she shares her inspiring journey inContinue reading “Interview On Powered Magazine: Sarah Ikerd — Unleashing Creativity as Owner of Studio Shangri-La”
Health + Performance: Optimization With Adaptogens
It’s well documented that genetic expression is sculpted by environment. “A substantial body of research reveals that specific genes can be expressed at different times in an organism’s life. Whether a particular gene is expressed and the degree to which it is expressed depend strongly on the environmental conditions experienced by the organism.” (1) EpigeneticsContinue reading “Health + Performance: Optimization With Adaptogens”
Shangri-La Green February Promo Products — From Compostable Phone Cases To Hemp Underwear 🌿
Mitopure | Nature’s Answer Extracts | Pela Case | Wama Hemp Underwear This month’s featured promo products so far feature a game changer in waste reduction — the compostable phone case, as well as longevity and preventative natural health items from Timeline Nutrition and Nature’s Answer, plus breathable healthier Hemp underwear by WAMA. Shangri-La GreenContinue reading “Shangri-La Green February Promo Products — From Compostable Phone Cases To Hemp Underwear 🌿”
Shangri-La Green 🌿 Top Shelf Recipe + New Products
Delightfully sweet and satisfying, SuperFood Magic Squares are easy to make — just mush and freeze — but they’re also available in the Shangri-La Green shop. They feature two great promotional products: Vegan Un-Honey & Green Vibrance powder, as well as other top shelf ingredients for nutrient density. New in Cosmetics are updated containers andContinue reading “Shangri-La Green 🌿 Top Shelf Recipe + New Products”