Our Story

Rooted in resilience. Inspired by nature. Made with love.

A Journey That Began With Hope

Homeplace Botanicals began long before it had a name. It began with one woman's determination to live more intentionally, embrace nature, and create something meaningful from life's most difficult moments.

In 2018, after surviving cancer twice, our founder, Juanita Stephens, received a stage 4 breast cancer diagnosis and was given just one year to live.

Faced with an uncertain future, Juanita made a deeply personal decision to rethink the products she used every day. She began embracing naturally derived ingredients, changing her household and personal care routines, and experimenting with her own skincare formulations.

What began as a personal commitment to more intentional living would eventually become something much greater.

From One Jar to Something Bigger

While recovering from radiation treatments, Juanita learned about a welder who had been struggling with severe skin irritation from years of heat exposure.

Moved by his experience, she adapted one of her homemade skincare recipes and offered it to him.

He later shared that the balm had brought him much-needed comfort and that he had finally been able to rest through the night.

For Juanita, that moment was unforgettable.

Soon, she began sharing her creations with friends, family, and others looking for gentle, nourishing skincare. Their stories and encouragement inspired her to continue learning, experimenting, and refining her formulations.

And so, Nita's Healing Balm was born.

A New Name. The Same Heart.

Over the years, what began as a single handcrafted balm grew into a collection of botanical skincare products, including moisturizers, cleansers, and exfoliating scrubs.

As the brand evolved, so did our vision.

Today, Nita's Healing Balm continues its journey as Homeplace Botanicals — a name that reflects everything we believe skincare should feel like: comforting, familiar, nurturing, and made with care.

Homeplace represents a return to what matters most. The warmth of home. The beauty of simplicity. The goodness found in nature. And the belief that caring for yourself should be an everyday act of love.

While our name has changed, our commitment remains the same.

Rooted in Family. Growing with Purpose.

What started as Juanita's personal journey has become a shared family passion.

Today, Juanita is joined by Courtney Langley and Angela, who are helping carry her vision into its next chapter.

Together, we're building Homeplace Botanicals on the same values that inspired its beginning: love, resilience, family, and a genuine desire to care for others.

Each of us brings our own perspective, creativity, and dedication to the business, but we share one belief: the things we create should be made with intention and something we'd be proud to share with the people we love.

For us, Homeplace Botanicals is more than a skincare brand. It's a family legacy in the making.

Thoughtfully Made. Naturally Inspired.

At Homeplace Botanicals, we believe everyday skincare can be simple, intentional, and deeply nourishing.

Our products are thoughtfully crafted with botanical oils, butters, and naturally inspired ingredients, selected with care and purpose.

From our original multi-purpose balm to our growing collection of skincare essentials, every product reflects the passion and dedication that started this journey.

We're proud of where we've been, excited about where we're going, and grateful for everyone who has become part of our story.

From Our Family to Yours

Homeplace Botanicals is built on a simple belief: care begins at home.

What started with one woman's determination has grown into a family business rooted in love, strengthened by resilience, and inspired by nature.

As we continue to grow, our promise is to stay connected to the values that brought us here.

Thank you for welcoming our family into your everyday skincare routine.

Welcome to Homeplace Botanicals.

Rooted in nature. Made with care. Shared with love.