Those looking to support WOC-owned business (women of color) may find inspiration in this list of WOC-owned beauty brands. Unfortunately, the beauty needs of Women of Color often go unanswered, however, many POC- and BIPOC-owned brands (including the ones in this list) are attempting to satisfy the beauty and skincare demands of this underserved demographic.
One exceptional standout from the WOC-owned beauty brand list is Vasanti Cosmetics, a Canadian cosmetic brand beloved for its iconic hero products created specifically for women of color including the Liquid VO2 Dark Circle Eraser. The brand was created by four women who all struggled with the same issue, finding makeup didn't match their skin. They banded together to rectify the situation by creating their own brand designed specifically with melanin-rich skin tones in mind.
10 WOC-Owned Beauty Brands
From Canadian Female-Led Cosmetics to Black-Owned Indie Skincare:
Grace Mahas — Nov 8, 2020 — Social Good

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Science-Led WOC Skincare
MELE Was Specifically Created to Support Melanin-Rich Skin

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WOC-Specific Hair Solutions
Kinkistry is a Natural Haircare Business, Designed for Women of Color

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Minimalist Curly Haircare Lines
BREAD is a Clean Haircare Brand Catering Primarily to WOC
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Inclusive Bodycare Lines
Topicals Helps Gen Z Target Psoriasis, Hyperpigmentation & More
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Canadian Female-Led Cosmetics
Vasanti Cosmetics Boasts Several Hero Products for Women of Color
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Black-Owned Indie Skincare
Kanti Focuses on Melanin-Rich Skin
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Diamond-Infused BIPOC Highlighters
Aether Beauty's Product Has Ethically Sourced Diamond Powder
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Women-Owned Bath Care Brands
Loquita Specializes in Cruelty-Free Bath Bombs and Scrubs
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Hyperpigmentation-Specific Skincare
AbsoluteJOI Skincare Addresses Melanin-Rich Skin Concerns
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Inclusive Shimmery Bronzer Ranges
mented Debuts New Sunkissed Bronzer Collection for WOC
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Inclusive Performance Cosmetics
Serena Williams' Wyn Beauty Products are Made to Move
Authenticity-Centric Beauty Series
Sephora Adds to Its 'We Belong to Something Beautiful' Campaign
Dark-Romance-Inspired Makeup Capsules
ColourPop Introduces its 'A Shadow of Secrets Collection'
Clean Mindful Cosmetics
Sonela's Lip Glosses and Liquid Blushes Fortify the Mind-Skin Connection
Luxurious CBD Skincare
Lea Black Beauty® Introduces Clean, Effective CBD Skincare Solutions
Problem-Solving Youth Skincare
Epic Skincare Shares Purposeful Products for Gen Alpha & Gen Z
24K Gold Skincare Collections
Goldie Lux Skincare Introduces the ONE Collection
Pride-Inspired Safe Spaces
Sephora Launched 'Brave Spaces' in Honor of Pride
Athlete-Starring Cosmetic Campaigns
Glossier Recruits WNBA Stars for its New Lip Gloss Debut
Olympian-Approved Makeup Products
Team USA Olympians Partnered to Promote L’Oréal Paris Cosmetics
Influencer-Approved Beauty Brands
Mikayla Nogueira’s Point of View Beauty Focuses on Makeup Prep
Digital Cosmetics Pop-Ups
Oh My Cream! Launched a Digital Pop-Up to Showcase Nine Brands
Multi-Use Beauty Oils
Clinique's Viral Black Honey Almost Lipstick Inspired a Lip and Cheek Oil
Celebrity Beauty Brands
Goop's Colorblur Glow Balms are Nourishing for the Skin
Scientifically Inspired Skincare Brands
Skön - Beautifully Strong is a New Premium Skincare Brand
Rococo-Inspired Cosmetic Lines
Flower Knows Calls Attention to Its Violet Strawberry Rococo Line
Vitamin C-Powered Beauty Collections
Kopari Beauty Announces the Debut of Its Vitamin C Collection
AI Custom Korean Skincare
K-OWN is a First-Of-Its-Kind Platform Powered by Robots
Empowering Cosmetics Campaigns
Sephora Canada Launched a New Campaign for Lunar New Year 2024
K-Beauty Streaming Series Cosmetics
This Squid Game Beauty Collection Celebrates Season Two
Sophisticated Activewear Lines
BOV Active is an Up-And-Coming Canadian Brand
Self Love Beauty Brands
Canadian Brand HighOnLove Revolutionizes Self-Care
Hair Care Retail Expansions
Function of Beauty Opens a Storefront With Amazon
Peptide-Infused Haircare
V&Co. Beauty Makes Affordable, Clean Targeted Shampoos & Conditioners
K-Beauty Brand Expansions
K-Beauty Brand Yepoda Will Launch in Sephora Stores Across Europe
Conscious Beauty Expansions
British B Corp Brand delilah Launches in US Market
Style-Conscious Body Washes
The Olay x Wantable Power Edit Helps Fashionistas Feel Their Best
Beauty Brand Community Initiatives
Thrive Causemetics and Beauty 2 The Streetz Partnered in LA
Self-Care Wellness Sets
Grace & Stella’s Self-Care Essentials Glow This Valentine’s Day
Canadian Beauty Brand Locators
North Finder Offers a New Way to Discover Canadian Beauty Brands
Kid-Safe Makeup Kits
Jovy Makes EWG VERIFIED Makeup with Plant-Based Ingredients for Play
Affordable Nude Cosmetic Products
about-face Introduces the Nude Beach Collection
Clean Beauty Salon Partnerships
Blo Blow Dry Bar and Bare Minerals Partnered in the US and Canada
Beauty Innovation Contests
Estée Lauder Launches The Catalysts Program
Affordable Canadian Beauty Launches
Bubble Skincare is Now Available at Shoppers Drug Mart
Accessibility Beauty Bundles
The e.l.f. Cosmetics 'Beauty For Every Eye' Bundle is Limited-Edition
Sensorial Personal Care Products
Osāna Naturals Makes Daily Staples with Functional Fragrances
Solid Personal Care Sticks
WYOS' Everything Set Includes Take-Anywhere Solutions for Skin & Hair
Health-Focused Youth Skincare
Revolution Skin Shares Age-Safe Solutions for Gen Z & Gen Alpha
Skin-Caring Cosmetics
Versed Makeup Introduces Color Cosmetics That are Beneficial for Skin
Sustainable Indigenous Cosmetics
Cheekbone Beauty Creates Makeup Using Indigenous Inspirations
Hairstylist-Approved Brand Launches
Rōz Launches at Sephora, Helping the Brand Expand Its Reach
Inaugural Fashion Brand Cosmetics
Celine Beauté Will Debut a Red Lipstick This Fall
Hormone-Friendly Ayurvedic Skincare Brands
Aste Wellness Addresses Women's Health Throughout Life
Canadian-Specific Beauty Creator Programs
Sephora Canada Introduced its 'Sephora Squad Canada'
Skincare Product Range Expansions
Paula’s Choice Expands with Four New Skincare Essentials
Berry-Hued Mascaras
Clinique's Viral Black Honey Shade Inspired New Limited-Edition Products
Expansive Organic Skincare Lines
Miranda Kerr's KORA Organics Debuts on QVC
Scientist-Founded Skincare Brands
Parëva Beauty Shares Radical Transparency and Proven Results
Skin-Centric Supplement Brands
COLE Skin & Supplements Gives Skincare a Holistic Touch
Melanated-Skin-Focused Self-Care Brands
Loved01 Features Winter Skincare Essentials
Accessibility-Enhancing Beauty Packaging
The Boticário Group Launches Inclusive Accessories
Expressive Haircare Campaigns
Dark & Lovely's Play in Color Celebrates Black Beauty & Creativity
Sustainable Singaporean Skincare
Belle Femme Offers Inclusive and Accessible Skincare Solutions
Beauty Brand-Supported Basketball Partnerships
Sephora Canada Becomes Partner of the Toronto Tempo
Inclusive Self-Care Cosmetics
CHOC is an Empowering Makeup Brand for Melanin-Rich Skin
Low-Cost Skincare-Inspired Cosmetics
The Onyx Professionals Bath and Body Collection is Hydrating
High-Performance Skincare Brnds
TEOXANE, Founded by Valérie Taupin, is Set to Debut in the US Soon
Mood-Boosting Body Washes
This Vegan Body Wash Collection Shares Biometrically Tested Fragrances
Tween Beauty Sticks
Talomi's Plant-Based Multi-Sticks Add Color to Eyes, Lips & Cheeks
Inclusive Makeup Brand Campaigns
LIVE TINTED Launches the 'It Feels Good to Be Seen'
Dark Skin-Centric Beauty Brands
NaChé Cosmetics Aims to Provide a Positive Beauty Experience
Teen-Friendly Cosmetic Lines
Bonjou's Teen Line is the Ultimate Beauty Cheat Sheet
Calligraphic Beauty Brushes
The Victoria Beckham Beauty Brushes Include Ergonomic & Custom Designs
Ethical Skincare Brands
Jackie Loos Recently Founded the Eco-Conscious Tone Cosmetics
Harmonious Eyeshadow Combinations
'Palettes of Beautifying Eye Trends' Celebrates Beauty Moments
Toronto Mall Beauty Expansions
Sephora's Grand Opening at the Well Offers Free Incentives
Sustainable Beauty Expansions
Givaudan Has Completed the Acquisition of B.Kolormakeup & Skincare
Black-Owned Brand Partnerships
Mielle Partners With Actively Black to Celebrate a Milestone
Adult Anti-Aging Skincare Brands
'Boomer Babe Beauty' Offers a Curated Anti-Aging Collection
Vegan-Friendly Talc-Free Cosmetics
Polite Society Makeup Launched Two New Products
Inclusive Eye-Makeup Collections
Live Tinted Debuts its Ophthalmologist-Tested 'Legacy Collection'
Aspirational Mature Beauty Brands
Sarah Creal Beauty Delivers Luxe Problem Solvers for Women 40+
Inclusive Retailer-Backed Films
The Sephora Beauty & Belonging Film Prioritizes Diversity
Peach-Hued Lip Glosses
Pantone & Shades By Shan Made The Lip Shine Based on the Color of the Year
Teen Skincare Hubs
Indu 101 Educates, Empowers and Inspires Young Beauty Consumers
Hair-Focused Gaming Initiatives
Dark & Lovely x Ebonix Highlights Diverse Hair Textures in Gaming
Sustainable Gold-Infused Skincare
Goldie Lux Skin Spotlights Colloidal 24k Gold
Black Skincare Makeup Ranges
Raissa Yame Makeup is Formulated for Melanin-Rich Skin
Education-Supporting Beauty Brands
Sally Beauty Debuts Its Annual Rooted in Success Initiative
Sunwear Active Lifestyle Brands
Watskin Provides Sun Safe Apparel that Doesn't Sacrifice Style
Endocrine Support Skincare
Vice & Virtue Specializes in Endocrine Conscious Skincare
Results-Driven Natural Skincare
Britto Skin Shares the Power of Plant-Based Actives
Rainbow Skincare Sets
Beekman 1802's Bloom with Pride Set Features Colorful Mini Booster Serums
African American-Inspired Makeup Collections
Black Radiance Collaborates with Cross Colours
Wildfire Relief Initiatives
Beauty Together is A Collaborative Effort for Wildfire Relief
Luxury Makeup Collections
The CHANEL Les Nuits De Chanel Makeup Collection is High-Quality
Adaptive Complexion Balms
Vieve's Skin Nova Complexion Balm is Rich in Skincare Ingredients
Plastic-Free Personal Care Products
Community Goods Touts Eco-Friendly Solutions and Packaging
Limited-Edition Healing Lip Oils
Cheekbone Beauty Boasts Natural Cosmetic Alternatives
Cost-Conscious Clinical Skincare
Wildfleur Makes Accessibly Priced Skincare with Proven Actives
Revitalizing Melanin-Targeted Skincare
brownkind Addresses Signs of Aging in Skin of Color
Men-Targeted Private Label Cosmetics
The Onoxa Men's Grooming Product Range Has a Clean Formula
Athlete-Centric Beauty Campaigns
Milani Cosmetics Partners with Female Athletes
Versatile Vibrantly Packaged Cosmetics
Polite Society Offers a Series of New Makeup Products
Bitter Orange Skincare
A.P.C. Launches a New Six-Piece Skincare Line Called 'SELF-CARE'
Female Empowerment Beauty Bundles
Elate Beauty and Axiology’s Better Bundle is Sustainable
Premium Private Label Cosmetics
These Onoxa Skincare Products Respond to Consumer Demands
Vitamin C Eye Creams
Wildcraft Boasts the Powerful Pure Radiance Vitamin C Eye Cream
Beauty Brand Contributions
Ivy Beauty contributed $20,000 to Build NYC for Juneteenth
Capsule-Like Skincare Masks
These Sephora Collection Booster Masks Feature Natural Ingredients
Parisian-Inspired Luxury Skincare Lines
clé de peau Beauté Presents City of Dreamlight
Plant-Based Indigenous Skincare Solutions
Sḵwálwen Botanicals Harnesses the Power of Plants
Nourishing Haircare Oils
These Sky Organics Haircare Products are Arriving at Walmart
Comfort-Focused Beauty Collections
Rare Beauty's Find Comfort Collection is Thoughtful
Clean Ayurvedic Skincare
Sahajan's Hero Products Include a Cleansing Milk & Brightening Mask
Affordable Skincare Expansions
Bubble Skincare Launches Full Collection at Major Canadian Retailer
Inclusive Beauty Brands Initiatives
Annabelle Cosmetics Debuts 'Pride and Beauty for Everyone'
Beauty Innovation Funds
L’Oréal's Inclusive Beauty Fund Recipients Were Announced
Empowerment-Committed Beauty Lines
Kindness Powered Skincare Boasts Safe and Quality Formulas
Clinically Inspired Skincare
The VLCC Clinic Range Shares Targeted, Problem-Solving Formulations
African-Inspired Skincare Expansions
KOBA Skincare Introduced its 'Ezali Face Care Collection'
Skincare-Fortified Makeup Lines
Isamaya Ffrench Launches the 'Core Collection' Makeup Line
Anniversary-Celebrating Cosmetic Lines
Thrive Causemetics® Debuts the 10th Anniversary Vault L:ine
Sea-Inspired Eye Color Palettes
clé de peau Beauté's Eye Color Solo Promotes Luminosity
Co-Created Beauty Glosses
Convié Creates Community-Focused Beauty Innovations
Accessible Nourishing Skincare
ELLA by Best Skincare Shares Results-Driven Solutions for Women
Nigerian Beauty Brands
Sabila Skincare Was Founded by a Nigerian Healthcare Technologist
Celeb-Approved Cosmetic Bundles
Kevyn Aucoin Beauty Unveils Stunning Holiday Makeup Bundles
Celebrity Skincare Expansions
Kriti Sanon's Brand Hyphen Expanded Its Line of Skincare Products
Diversity-Promoting Beauty Campaigns
e.l.f. Cosmetics Releases a Thought-Provoking Message
Artist-Designed Beauty Packaging
Youth to the People Celebrates 10 Years of Its Superfood Cleanser
Beauty-Focused Coffee Brews
Bevzilla Expands Product Portfolio with Beauty-Infused Coffee
Black History Month Markets
Blair&jack is Part of the Up Express Black History Month Market
Holistic Wellness Cosmetics
GPI Beauty The Harmony Collection Has Cosmetic and Skincare Solutions
Vibrantly Packaged Makeup Launches
Polite Society Has Unveiled Three New Products
Exclusive Drugstore Collaborations
about-face beauty Expands into Canada with Shoppers Drug Mart
Plant-Powered Neon Mascaras
Ashunta Sheriff Beauty's UV Vegan Mascara Glows in the Dark
Affordable Luxury Cosmetics
Pretty Smart Delivers Luxury-Inspired Beauty Without the High Markup
Unconventionally Colored Mascaras
Addiction Tokyo Makes Mascara in Mustard, Apricot, Plum & Rose
Skin-Balancing CC Creams
IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream Has Been Revamped Ahead of the Summer
Plant-Rich Facial Care Products
These New Weleda Facial Care Products Come in Two Ranges
Inclusive Intimate Skincare
Beauty Below Revolutionizes Intimate Care for Women of Color
Eco-Conscious Beauty Lines
dhartii is Introducing a New Beauty & Skincare Category
Inclusion-Focused Design Partnerships
Barbie's New Initative Spotlights Black Designers for BHM
Empowering AR Applications
Black Radiance is Unveiling a New Augmented Reality App for Black Women
Diverse Empowerment Newsletters
The Beautiful Societies Delivers Uplifting, Informative Content
Natural Beauty Brand Expansions
Yensa Beauty Expands Its Producst to Norstrom Stores
Supermodel-Developed Inclusive Skincare Lines
Winnie Harlow Develops the New Cay Skin Brand
Inclusive Toxin-Free Makeup Products
Defiance Beauty by Nechami Introduced Two New Products