In case you haven’t heard, February is Black History Month. And in honor of the occasion, we’ve made a list highlighting our absolute favorite products from Black-owned beauty brands. Here, you’ll find our favorite face oils, deep cleansing shampoos and eye shadow palettes. We even have options for clean fragrances, healthy scalps and more.
Prices start at $15, so even if you aren’t looking to spend a ton, there’s something at every price point. So, get ready to look great and feel beautiful, thanks to 12 amazing Black entrepreneurs.
Check Out These Products From Black-Owned Beauty Brands
Skincare
- Simple and Effective: Owned by beloved entrepreneur Ayesha Curry, Sweet July Skin focuses on “simple, effective self-care.” And the Morning Essentials Set is complete with a gentle cleanser, toner, Vitamin C serum and Castaway cream for a smooth finish — $125
- Model-Worthy: Supermodel Winnie Harlow owns the brand Cay Skin. And its Glow Face Sunscreen Moisturizer SPF 45 is filled with wholesome ingredients like sea moss and niacinamide for long-term health — $36
- Forever Radiant: From a brand hailed for its “nourishing skincare,” Glowissima Miracle Elixir Face Oil is lightweight and antioxidant-rich. It replenishes the skin’s moisture barrier while minimizing hyperpigmentation and promoting radiance — $64
- Earth-Friendly: Celebrity esthetician Shani Darden’s eponymous skincare brand focuses on cruelty-free and vegan skincare. And this Intensive Eye Renewal Cream with Firming Peptides helps fend off signs of aging for every skin type — $69
Haircare
- Long-Wear: With over 35 years of experience with textured hair, Design Essentials is a go-to hair brand for long-wear styling. And the Oat Protein & Henna Deep Cleansing Shampoo relaxes natural hair while strengthening, volumizing and clarifying — $17
- Soft Locks: Made without preservatives and fillers, this Oyin Handmade What The Hemp Deep Moisture Mask is nourishing and hydrating. With good-for-you ingredients like bamboo extract and raw shea butter, it effectively softens and moisturizes your strands long-term — $19
- Scalp Love: From clean and inclusive Black-owned haircare brand Briogeo, this Scalp Revival Rosemary Pre-Wash Scalp and Hair Oil promises a healthy scalp and luscious locks. It’s great for all hair types, helping to increase shine and treat a flaky scalp — $39
- Star-Quality: “Black-ish” star Tracee Ellis Ross founded Pattern Beauty to fill the gap for quality products for textured hair. And the Curl Mousse is just one popular product that provides both volume and hold for curly locks — $25
Makeup and Fragrance
- Runway-Worthy: The Lip Bar’s Nonstop Liquid Matte Lipstick stays on for hours, so it’s no wonder the brand is NYFW-approved. Plus it’s high-pigment, so it looks good on literally everyone — $15
- Makeup Artist-Approved: British makeup artist Pat McGrath created her namesake line, which features the Gilded Nirvana: Mega Eye Shadow Palette. We love the colors and high quality of all her products — $72
- Shine Bright: Rihanna’s wish is our command. And the Grammy Award-winner’s beauty brand, Fenty, offers extremely high quality makeup in every shade. We’re forever fans of the Soft’lit Naturally Luminous Longwear Foundation for all-day coverage, but the entire lineup is 10/1o — $23
- Good Mood: Focusing on clean, mood-boosting scents, BROWN GIRL Jane is a go-to for quality fragrances. And the brand’s Carnivale Eau de Parfum with Mango is floral and fruity—reminiscent of cozy summer nights — $102