Homestead Aromatics Essential Oils

02/10/2026

Citrus oils are lined up for class on Monday! We will discuss how citrus oils can help carry us through until spring. You will take home 2 blends and more recipe ideas to create. Class is at Keller Market House February 16th at 5:30pm.

02/09/2026

I adore this magazine. It is always full of DIY recipes. This scalp and hair oil sounds amazing!

Hair oiling is so much more comforting than it sounds — warm the oil, massage it in, and take some time to slow down. A little oil, your hands, and a few minutes of attention can do a lot.

Many people don’t realize how much lymphatic tissue is located in the head and neck. This entire area is rich in lymph nodes, which play a crucial role in removing waste from the body and maintaining proper bodily function. When you massage oil into the top of your head, you’re nourishing your hair and also helping to stimulate the lymphatic system. If you’ve been feeling foggy or tense, that soothing motion can make a real difference. — Kami McBride

Learn how to make hair masks to soothe your scalp and roots in Willow and Sage Winter 2026: https://stampington.com/products/willow-and-sage-winter-2026

02/03/2026

It's here! I'm so excited about this citrus class, you have no idea!

01/22/2026

Lavenders are gathered and officially packed up for class tomorrow at Keller Market House

01/17/2026

There are only a couple more seats left for the Lavender Class on Thursday at Keller Market House! The response was so big that I had to order more oils. Love that! See you on Thursday!

01/12/2026

There are so many beautiful lavenders and lavender essential oil. Depending on subtle differences in the chemical components, a lavender may be good to support sore muscles and joints or to help with rest.
Learn more and have access to sniff 10 different lavenders from various parts of the world at Lavender Class January 22nd from 5:30-7pm. in Lancaster, OH.

01/09/2026

Lavender class is back at Keller Market in Lancaster! Whoop! If you like lavender, you won't want to miss it!

Lavender lovers unite!

Lavender is wonderful for the winter blues. This class explores different lavender essential oils that are available and how each can assist your wellbeing.

We will blend with spike lavender, known to have a camphor note and is useful in blends for joint and muscle aches. We will also blend with Kashmir lavender, which has a soft, velvety aroma that can be useful for calming and creating ease in the body and emotions. Each participant will take home blends that they make themselves!

This class is taught by Deborah Zerkle, Licensed Massage Therapist and Certified Aromatherapist. Deborah is owner of Homestead Aromatics, an Aromatherapy business that focuses on using local and global ingredients. She creates small batches of organic Aromatherapy products to support family, friends, and the community.

All materials provided.

Thursday, January 22nd, 2026
5:30 - 7:00 pm
Keller Market House
Cost: $40 ($35 for Friends of the Market members!)
Registration deadline: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Register Here: https://square.link/u/ma9KlevS

12/20/2025

Today and tomorrow I will be gathering ingredients from my aromatic cupboard to make kits for family and friends. I will send them home with ingredients to make lip balms or body balms that they can tailor to what aroma they would like. I will post the process.

12/16/2025

I bet this is divine! A recipe for a gift if you need one!

12/16/2025

Balms and butters are stocked for the holidays at Keller Market in Lancaster. But, I'm curious...are you making any homemade products for gifts this year? We're getting close, so if you need any suggestions let me know! If you have sweet orange essential oil and unrefined coconut oil you can easily make a tropical treat for someone's skin. Happy to drop more simple ideas leading up to Christmas!

10/19/2025

While taking stock of the butters and oils that I have ready to use, I was reminded that I have a LOT of shea butter. Shea is amazing for winter skin, but it has a very intense nutty aroma and can go grainy in a body butter blend. Here is an amazing, well researched blog post by Jade Shutes that helps navigate how to make a smooth butter without that grainy aspect. Basically, cool it quick!

So Why Does Shea go Grainy in Botanical Body Care Products? Understanding Melting Points and Fatty Acids While each plant-based butter is given a general melting point (e.g. Shea butter has a melting point of 89 to 100°F), the melting point can be a poor descriptor because butters are made up of fa...

10/19/2025

Fall is here. We are slowly putting the gardens and flower fields to bed for the winter. Que making balms, body butters, rollers, and body oils. My skin is ready for it!