In honor of Black History Month, I wanted to spotlight some Black-owned beauty brands that are really doing their thing. From makeup to skincare to body care, these are brands I genuinely love seeing win.
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MAKEUP BRANDS THAT DO NOT MISS
SKINCARE THAT’S ACTUALLY WORKING
BODY CARE & GLOW ESSENTIALS
FRAGRANCE & EXTRA GEMS
MAKEUP BRANDS THAT DO NOT MISS
If you love a bold lip moment, Lip Bar does not play. The colors show up beautifully on deeper tones.
Liquid Matte
This one is lowkey magic for smoothing texture. Especially nice if your T-zone gets shiny.
Yummy Skin Blurring Balm Powder
Definitely a splurge, but the finish is chef’s kiss. Skin-like but still polished.
Skin Fetish: Sublime Perfection Foundation
Full coverage and very beginner-friendly. Their shade range is always on point.
I Am Magic Concealer
You already know Fenty changed the shade range game. I still come back to this when I need my base to actually hold up on my combo skin.
Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation
SKINCARE THAT’S ACTUALLY WORKING
If you’re working on dark spots like me, this is one of the more effective formulas I’ve tried without being overly harsh.
Serum For Discoloration & Dark Spots- Faded Serum
Focused on melanin-rich skin and gives a really nice healthy glow over time.
15% Vitamin C Dark Spot Serum for Discoloration
Lightweight sunscreen moment that doesn’t leave that annoying cast.
R&R Sun Serum 256 Reviews
BODY CARE & GLOW ESSENTIALS
Thick, rich, and makes your skin feel expensive. Especially good if your skin stays on the dry side.
If you like that subtle body glow without feeling greasy, this one is really pretty on the skin.
Hydrating Body Gloss ORANGE BLOSSOM
Super nourishing and the brand story alone makes me love supporting them.
Shea Body Butters
FRAGRANCE & EXTRA GEMS
Soft, grown, and feminine. One of those scents that people ask you about.
Clean Fragrance
Not makeup, but I had to include this because it really does help bring dry hair back to life.
Don't Despair, Repair!™ Deep Conditioning Mask
If you know, you know. Jackie did her thing with these — the scents are warm, grown, and make your whole space feel put together. I love lighting this when I want my home to feel a little extra cozy.
Core Candles
Love love love! You can’t go wrong with any of these scents
