Supporting Black women-owned businesses is a powerful way to uplift people in times when community is needed. The best way to show black women that they are loved and supported in rough times is to give back and celebrate the creativity and resilience of Black female entrepreneurs. While brands like Fenty and Pattern Beauty have gained widespread recognition, many other exceptional Black women-owned businesses deserve your attention.

Black Women-Owned Brands to Shop

Golde

Founded by Trinity Mouzon Wofford in 2017, Golde is a Brooklyn-based wellness brand that makes superfood-boosted essentials for health and beauty. Their products, including matcha blends and face masks, are 100% natural and designed to make self-care easy, accessible, and fun. Golde’s mission is to bring good vibes to the wellness industry.

Neighborly Paper

Many Black folks have relied on Hallmark-owned, Mahogany greeting cards to mark celebrations for years. But now several Black-owned companies offer culturally representative greeting cards as well. Neighborly Paper, is owned by two Black women who infuse wit and stellar design into their greeting cards. The brand offers cards to celebrate everything from baby showers to graduations. Some selections are infused with Black pop culture references while others are just beautifully made.

Partake Foods

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Riiise and shineee (in our @Kylie Jenner voice) and make better-for-you pancakes with us 🥞

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Denise Woodard founded Partake Foods after doctors diagnosed her daughter with multiple food allergies. Partake offers delicious, allergy-friendly snacks that are free from the top nine allergens, including cookies and baking mixes. The brand provides safe and tasty options for everyone, ensuring that no one has to miss out on enjoying a treat.

McBride Sisters Collection

Robin and Andréa McBride, sisters who discovered each other later in life, combined their passion for wine to create the McBride Sisters Collection. As the largest Black-owned wine company in the United States, they offer a variety of wines sourced from vineyards in California and New Zealand. Their collection includes the Black Girl Magic series, celebrating the beauty and resilience of Black women.

Luv Scrub

Caribbean-American entrepreneur Caroline Owusu-Ansah, founded Luv Scrub to introduce the traditional West African exfoliating net to a broader audience. Luv Scrub designed the mesh body exfoliator to provide a gentle yet effective exfoliation, promoting smooth and healthy skin. It’s a sustainable alternative to traditional loofahs and washcloths, lasting up to 18 months.

Rosen Skincare

Jamika Martin created Rosen Skincare to provide clean, affordable solutions for acne-prone skin. The brand focuses on natural ingredients and minimalistic formulations to promote clear skin.

Lolo’s Bonnets

Lauren Nelda Pascal’s Lolo’s Bonnets offers satin bonnets, scrunchies, and pillowcases designed to protect natural hair. The brand gained popularity through authentic storytelling and consistent engagement on social media platforms like TikTok.

Mented Cosmetics

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We’re dreaming of warmer weather and sunkissed skin💭. Summer may be months away but we stay glowing all year long with Sunkissed Highlighter Palette.

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KJ Miller and Amanda E. Johnson launched Mented Cosmetics to provide nude lipsticks for women of color. Their product line now includes eyeshadows, blushes, and foundations that cater to a wide range of skin tones.

Uoma Beauty

Founded by Sharon Chuter, Uoma Beauty celebrates diversity with an extensive range of foundation shades and vibrant makeup products. The brand emphasizes self-expression and inclusivity.

Khoi Jewelry

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Khoi’s founder Hayet Rida believes has an “excellence is the bare minimum” approach to her jewelry business. The e-commerce brand also has a beautifully outfitted brick and mortar located in Chicago’s Bucktown neighborhood. The brand offers attention-grabbing jewelry that easily doubles as works of art. You may find yourself surprised by the price tag. While the designs are stunning the cost won’t shock you.

Hanahana Beauty

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And our reviews speak the quality + smooth skin results.. if you struggle with dry skin or ezcema prone skin .. try out our shea body butter #bodybutter #whipped #ezcema #hanahanabeauty #lavendervanilla #bamboo #amber #sensitiveskin

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Abena Boamah-Acheampong’s Hanahana Beauty offers ethically sourced shea butter skincare products. The brand focuses on sustainability and empowering women in Ghana through fair trade practices.