About

A small organic herbal skincare and wellness house

Empress Roots is rooted in a deep knowledge of herbs and holistic wellness. Erin founded the company to help people connect with their bodies and with nature through clean, effective botanicals.

Erin Locke, founder of Empress Roots

Erin Locke

Herbalist, Reiki master, mother, beekeeper

Every product is handmade and infused with the healing benefits of Reiki energy. Erin is a Level III Reiki master/practitioner. For years her focus has been plants, herbs, the earth, and wholesome healing foods.

She always says “food is medicine” — and by food she means anything you put in your body or on your skin. Our skin is our largest breathing organ. That is why these formulas lean on plant allies.

When she is not growing, wild-crafting, teaching, or formulating, Erin is raising her daughter, exploring beekeeping, traveling, and supporting other small businesses.

Blessed Love, Erin

Where to find the products

Online here, on social, and at local markets. You can also find Empress Roots in Milwaukee at Kind Oasis, Alpha Wellness in Sussex, Chrysalis in Madison, and in the spa at Ocean Cliff Hotel in Negril, Jamaica.

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Press & partners

Featured in Person and Planet Magazine, Issue #6, 2025. Kind Oasis wrote: “Her handcrafted body care remedies reflect everything we stand for: quality, care, community, and good vibes.”

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Want help choosing a formula?

Email Erin about herbs, skin, or what to try first.

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