The Legacy Lives in the Forest
Founded by Mother and Daughter
Hawaiian Rainforest Naturals was founded by Joy Johnson and her daughter, Melia Goodenow. They trained directly under Kahuna Lapaʻau Morrnah Nālamakū Simeona and the beloved Papa Henry Auwae .
Their teachers showed them how to hear the voice of nature and to always approach the plants with respect—to pray before gathering, ask permission, listen for what the plants want, take only what was needed, and give thanks. Those teachings became part of the foundation of Hawaiian Rainforest Naturals and continue to guide our work today.
“The forest took me in,” says Melia. “They taught me to listen deeply with ears & heart. They showed me unconditional love and acceptance. They are amazing!”Read the Full Lineage Story →
The Sacred Prayer of the Flowers
Letting the Forest Lead the Way
We don't just pick flowers. We listen. Before we gather, we slow down, pray, and ask permission. We wait for the response. We pay attention to the plants, the weather, and the time of day, and the feelings in our na'au. If a flower isn't ready and willing, we don't pick, we ask every flower before picking. These simple practices have been part of our work for decades.
“We don't force the harvest. We wait, we listen, and we take only what we receive permission to gather. Flowers are alive and vibrating health and positivity to share with you.”Explore Our Ecology and Mana →
Our Pono Process
We ask, we wait, and we take only what is needed. That respect is part of every essence we make.
Every bottle is made by hand. We ask permission before we gather, take only what we need, and follow the teachings passed down to us. From the forest to the finished bottle, we take the time to do things with care and respect.
How Do You Want to Feel Today?
Each flower essence in our collection has its own story and intention. Letting Go, Self Love, Relax, all were created for different moments in life and can become part of a simple personal ritual.
Looking for a place to begin?
If you're feeling stressed or simply want to create a little more space in your day, Relax or Natural Bliss may be a good place to start. Take a moment every morning, place 5 drops under your tongue or in a cup of tea & sip. Take a breath, release worry on the exhale. Make this self-care moment part of your daily routine.
“Sometimes it helps to simply stop, take a breath, and give yourself a moment. 6 am is my moment! I get my day started on the right path.”
— Melia
Fresh Start & New Beginnings
Kinehe
Lifts you above the challenge and helps you see things in a new light.
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Release & Let Go
Papaya
Gently dissolves the emotional weight of what you were never meant to carry forever.
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Return to Self
Wild Azalea
Stops the inner critic and restores the quiet foundation of self-acceptance.
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Calm & Ground
Stress Release
Dissolves the tension the body holds long after the moment has passed.
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Calm & Ground
Yellow Ginger
Grounds scattered energy and returns the body to its natural state of ease.
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Rejuvenate
Natural Bliss
Rejuvenates the spirit when depletion has settled in too deep for rest alone to reach.
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Clarity & Forward
Ti Clear Mind
Clears the fog of indecision and repetitive thought so you can finally see clearly.
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Clarity & Forward
Banana Take Action
Empowers grounded action and the ability to hold a boundary with love.
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The Land Is the Healer
Grown in the ʻŌhiʻa Lehua Rainforest
Every bottle is made here on Hawaiʻi Island—a land of sacred energy, active volcanoes, and an ancient culture that lived in PONO, in harmony with nature. We gather flowers from wild places to capture this special energy, following the teachings that have guided our work for more than 30 years.
“The land gives us so much. Our responsibility is to care for it, listen to it, and follow the guidance given. Within every bottle of our flower essences are layers upon layers of permissions granted. From the heavens to the earth, we ask that our flower essences be blessed and bless people all over the world.”
This land is our home, and we are grateful for all it gives. Every essence is made with aloha and reverence for the rainforest, the plants, the land, this energy and the traditions that guide us. We hope that this connection to Hawai'i's healing plants brings a little more calm, balance, and joy into your day.