PVA Bazaar

Welcome to Pura Vida Ayurveda (PVA), where we champion ethical and sustainable trade practices in the logistics industry. Our mission is clear: to foster positive change in the communities we engage with by empowering independent retailers and wholesalers who resonate with our values. Working hand-in-hand with co-ops and businesses in developing nations, we meticulously source high-quality products and ensure fair compensation for their resources.

Connecting fair trade retailers around the world.

Notable Landmarks

  • All our products are stored at the PVA warehouse located in Sacramento, CA. We can be found on 2121 Broadway.

  • We source/export all of our malachite from Lubumbashi — a city located in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

High-Quality Minerals

  • Sourced from prime locations, our stones showcase the vibrant green hues and natural textures that malachite is renowned for. Perfect for artisans aiming to handcraft unique pieces or resellers wanting to offer raw beauty.

  • Each polished piece, with its intricate swirls and rich green hues, tells a unique story of Earth's wonders. Perfect for bespoke jewelry or as a standalone gem for collectors, this cabochon is not just a stone but a piece of art.

  • From Congo Lubumbashi;

    1. Magnetite

    2. Stalactite

    3. Carolite

    4. Sel rose de cobalt (Pink cobalt salt)

    5. Malachite fibreuse (Fibrous malachite)

    6. Ankrite

    7. Calcite rose (Pink calcite)

    8. Oligiste

    9. Quartzite

    10. Katangite

    11. Planchéite

    12. Pyrite

    13. Quartzine

    14. Chalcosine

    15. Bornite

    16. Syvanite

    17. Pierre de tantal (Tantalite)

    18. Pyrite d'or (Gold pyrite)

    19. Cobalto calcite

    20. Azurite

    21. Chalcosine

    22. Malachite zionaise

    23. Aquamarine

    24. Tourmaline noire (Black tourmaline)

    25. Malachite

    26. Schist

    27. Cuivre natif (Native copper)

    28. Talc jaune (Yellow talc)

    29. Moellon

    30. Mazite

    31. Malachite cristallise (Crystallized malachite)

    32. Quartzine

    33. Talc

    34. Cristal de roche (Rock crystal)

    35. Crisocolle (Chrysocolla)

    36. Quartz fume (Smoky quartz)

    37. Celestine

    38. Malachite rognon

    39. Tourmaline vert (Green tourmaline)

    40. Polomie

Let’s Connect

FAQs

  • PVA is dedicated to fostering transparency, collaboration, and mutual respect in its operations. Through clear agreements outlining fair wages, work conditions, and profit sharing with local sources, we prioritize engagement with and support for communities and workers. Our commitment extends to regular evaluations, audits, and investments in education and sustainability. We ensure accountability and transparency by documenting and filming our processes and employing rigorously vetted individuals for each production step.

    These efforts exemplify PVA's mission to enhance lives through responsible and ethical trade practices.

  • PVA offers its products through diverse retail channels, encompassing online platforms and select brick-and-mortar stores. Customers enjoy the convenience of purchasing items through our website or visiting designated physical outlets. Our aim is to deliver a seamless shopping experience tailored to individual preferences, whether online or in-person.

    Moreover, we adhere to a fair pricing model, guaranteeing equitable compensation for all involved in the production chain. A proportion of each sale is reinvested into the communities integral to our product manufacturing, fostering education and supporting community development initiatives.

  • PVA distinguishes itself in the international trade industry through a series of initiatives fostering fair trade practices, transparency, collaboration, and mutual respect with local partners. Central to PVA's approach are sustainable and environmentally friendly practices, coupled with substantial investments in the education and training of local workers. Moreover, PVA upholds a robust commitment to humanitarian endeavors, gauging success not solely by financial metrics but by the sentiment of the communities it supports.

    In line with its commitment to transparency, PVA ensures consumers are fully informed about the sourcing of its products and the measures taken to uphold fair trade standards. Through these concerted efforts, PVA not only operates ethically and responsibly but also stands as a testament to its dedication to enhancing the well-being of all stakeholders involved in its operations.

  • Consumers can actively support PVA's mission by simply purchasing our products, which are ethically sourced through fair trade practices with local partners. They can also raise awareness of PVA's commitment to transparency, mutual respect, and collaboration with communities and workers.

    Additionally, providing feedback to PVA enables continual improvement in operations and better support for local communities. Those inclined can further contribute by volunteering time and resources to support PVA's humanitarian initiatives, including investing in local worker education, promoting sustainability, and advocating for fair trade practice.

OUR CORE VALUES

Sustainability

Ethical Trade

Transparency

Community Empowerment

Global Impact

Sustainability • Ethical Trade • Transparency • Community Empowerment • Global Impact •