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Feb. 1 marks the start of both a new month and Black History Month—a time to honor Black culture, reflect on history, and show support for the Black community.
One easy and impactful way to do that? Shopping Black-owned businesses.
Black-owned brands are shaking things up with products just as diverse and exciting as the people they celebrate. Our shopping experts are spotlighting standout brands across the beauty, skincare, and home categories that support Black-owned businesses and can be used and loved by anybody, regardless of skin tone.
Buttah Skin’s whipped shea butter body lotion is a must for glowing skin, while Unsun Cosmetics offers SPF formulas designed to blend seamlessly on deeper skin tones.
For homebodies that need ambience and home fragrance lovers, Brooklyn Candle Studio crafts candles and diffusers inspired by dreamy destinations like Santorini, Maui, and Marrakesh.
Supporting these brands helps to celebrate beauty in all its forms, recognize the talent of marginalized voices, and says yes to products that work for everyone. Discover your new favorite Black-owned brands below.
Loza Tam Moonstone Satin Tam Wrap
Looking for hair accessories that won’t cause damage? Well, this is the brand for you.
All Loza Tam products, from scrunchies to headbands, are made with smooth satin which can reduce hair breakage and encourage the absorption of healthy oils. The brand’s turbans are especially perfect to wear while you sleep.
Mina Roe Ma-mask Kit (pack of 12)
Whether you know a mom-to-be or are one yourself, you’ll be happy you were introduced to this brand.
Mina Roe sells everything from chic maternity wear to baby care, which includes our must-have pick: a hydrating belly mask made with jojoba oil, avocado oil, and collagen.
REISFIELDS Botanical Soak
Nothing says self-care like a good candle and bath salts, which is exactly what this brand excels at.
Made with himalayan pink sea and epsom salts, Reisfields’ botanical bath salts infused with essential oils are perfect for unwinding after a long day.
Unsun Cosmetics Everyday Face + Body Mineral SPF30 Lotion
Sick of sunscreens that leave behind a white cast? Then you need to try Unsun Cosmetics, which makes SPF that is designed for darker skin tones.
This face and body sunscreen pick not only provides you with sun protection, it also deeply hydrates your skin, making it a great choice for daily wear and for dry skin types.
Beard Daddy Hydration Mist
Men take their beards very seriously, which is why this brand has dedicated themselves to creating quality beard products.
Made with castor oil, this hydrating mist detangles and conditions beard hair, providing dull beards with added shine as well as promoting hair growth.
Buttah Skin Scented Whipped Body Butter
Buttah Skin is your one-stop shop for all things skincare and body care.
The brand’s bestselling whipped body butter boasts a shea butter base infused with vitamins A, B, and E to target rough and bumpy skin, while providing the utmost hydration.
KIKI KREME The Dry Brush
Kiki Kreme is a good option for those looking to indulge in a little self-care.
We recommend the brand’s dry brush, which exfoliates skin from head to toe, leaving it soft and smooth.
Butter By Keba Top 3 Perfume Body Oil Bundle
Perfume oils are trending right now, so it’s the perfect time to shop Butter By Keba, a brand that makes fragrances based in aromatherapy.
This body oil trio is a great way to sample some of the brand’s biggest hits. It includes lavender, lotus, and spicy cinnamon scents.
BOLD Swim Midnight Rise
Bold Swim has us dreaming of summer thanks to their gorgeous swimwear.
We’re fans of this all-black one piece, which has a cheeky tummy cutout to show off just the right amount of skin.
