400 Shades of Beauty LLC is a personal care product manufacturer inspired by nature's ingredients, striving to uplift and celebrate the community through products made with love and intention.
Violets Are BlueAfter breast cancer treatment left Cynthia Besteman searching for safer beauty products, she founded Violets Are Blue in 2015 to make naturally derived skincare for the face and body. The company pairs its botanical formulations with a direct support mission: 10% of product purchases fund Beloved gift packages for women beginning chemotherapy at Mount Sinai’s Dubin Breast Center in New York City. Its work has earned Best In Show from the Indie Beauty Expo and recognition from the Beauty Shortlist.
Una BiologicalsUna Biologicals is a woman-owned Pittsburgh maker of natural beauty and wellness products, founded in 2008 by CEO Jessica Graves after she began making organic products for her own sensitive skin. Its small-batch, handmade production includes body care and skincare, made with plant-based ingredients; the company also operates a boutique and artisan program and supports local community initiatives.PITTSBURGH, PA
Fortune Brands NYCFortune Brands NYC develops and manufactures cosmetics and personal-care products, serving as a link between brand owners, retailers, and consumers. The Brooklyn company works with natural ingredients sourced from communities in Ghana, including shea butter made by local women, and maintains in-house production capabilities supported by GMP and MoCRA certifications. Its portfolio includes brands such as Ashanti Naturals and Bouffants & Broken Hearts, with a portion of proceeds donated to charitable causes.BROOKLYN, NY