my story
hi! my name is erica guinn, owner at by the roots. thank you for visiting my website! after years of health issues and no help, i happened upon herbal medicine and dove right in. i studied nutrition and western herbalism and earned certificates in both by 2015. i have continued to study nutrition and herbs, with a specific focus on the medicinal plants that grow where i live - the american southwest. through a direct connection with the plants as food and medicine, i was finally able to heal myself of chronic digestive and skin issues. now i am blessed to bring some of those same herbal remedies to you through my topical herbal treatments. i make simple formulas with only the purest ingredients and use organic whenever possible. i harvest the herbs myself whenever feasible to ensure they are fresh and alive with their healing medicine!
many of the by the roots remedies are geared towards more immediate issues or injuries. i want to make the distinction that when dealing with chronic skin problems, i strongly believe most issues that present themselves in the skin begin inside the body. oftentimes, topical treatments are not enough if we’re dealing with chronic issues of stress, food sensitivities or other internal dis-ease. however, bringing relief with topical remedies is an important part of healing the whole person. and sometimes, we just need a soothing balm of healing herbs to quiet uncomfortable symptoms and feel a sense of peace and calm.
it’s my hope to bring people and plants together to alleviate discomfort and regenerate a healthier you “by the roots”! please enjoy my herbal creations and know they are made with love!