Dream Glow: Where Science Meets Skincare for Melanin-Rich Skin

Founded by Aisha Iman Massac, Dream Glow exists at the intersection of science, skincare, and self-confidence. As a board-certified master aesthetician and subject matter expert for the National Es...

Oma Organics: Where Culture, Clean Beauty, and Ritual Meet

Founded by Ijeoma Onu, Oma Organics is more than a clean beauty brand—it’s a return to roots, ritual, and the deep wisdom of nature. Born from Ijeoma’s personal health journey and cultural he...

Duella Curl: Gentle Luxury for Every Curl, Coil, and Kink

Founded by Maryssca, Duella Curl is more than a haircare brand—it’s a love letter to natural beauty, heritage, and the art of simple, mindful self-care.Maryssca’s journey began in her mum’s hair sa...

Heiress Oils: Where Wellness Meets Quiet Luxury

Founded by Inez Adams, Heiress Oils is a luxury wellness brand redefining what it means to protect and care for yourself—naturally. At its heart lies a simple but powerful belief: wellness should b...

J’s Natural Beauty: Where Nature Heals, Nourishes, and Transforms

For more than a decade, Jennine, founder and formulator of J’s Natural Beauty, struggled with chronic pain and skin sensitivity. Seeking relief, she turned to nature and embarked on a journey of se...

Aeva Beauty: Redefining Beauty for Deep Melanin Hues

Founded by Haitian professional cosmetologist Francisca Francois, Aeva Beauty was born from over a decade of hands-on experience in the beauty industry and a deep desire to fill a glaring gap. Afte...

Butter & Lye: Science, Care, and Transparency in Every Bar

Monique Kofsky, biochemist, mom, and founder of Butter & Lye, started her skincare brand with a clear mission: to create safe, effective products for people who were tired of misleading labels ...

ÈYÍ DÁRA: Science, Soul, and the Celebration of Textured Hair

Ganiyat Salami is a visionary entrepreneur and the creative force behind ÈYÍ DÁRA, a premium hair care brand redefining what it means to care for textured and natural hair. With a Master’s in Appli...

The Joy of Beauty: Nurturing Sensitive Skin and Strengthening the Community

Beauty is more than skin deep—it reflects how people care for themselves, their health, and their communities. Joy of Beauty was founded with this philosophy at its core, creating products thoughtf...

Meet Natasha Norris: The Visionary Behind Skincare by CMG

Natasha Norris is not just a skincare entrepreneur—she is a trailblazer, a veteran, and a champion for self-care and empowerment. After dedicating 26 years of her life to serving in the U.S. Navy, ...

Chatham Natural Skin Care: Born from Love, Made for Relief

When it comes to caring for sensitive skin, few things are as personal—or as powerful—as a mother’s determination to find relief for her child. That’s the story behind Chatham Natural Skin Care, fo...

Building Resilience in Little Black Boys Without Struggle

Resilience is often described as the ability to cope mentally and emotionally with adversity—bouncing back from challenges and, ideally, emerging even stronger. But somewhere along the way, we star...

The Power of Pause: Why We’re Joining the Economic Blackout This Holiday Season

From November 5 to December 2, a coordinated economic blackout is taking place—an intentional pause during the height of consumer spending. At first glance, it might seem radical to step away from ...