Aja Labs develops plant-based, biomimetic fibers that bring scalp care into synthetic hair, led by its Nourie™ fiber-integrated scalp-health system. Founded by Chief Product Officer Osahon Ojeaga, the company combines process engineering with textile and sustainability expertise to rethink how fibers are sourced, used, and retired. Its work centers on making hair materials safer for wearers while reducing environmental waste.
RebundleRebundle makes braidbetter, a plant-based braiding hair made with its patented technology that repurposes discarded banana stems into ReGen Hair Fiber™. The lightweight, breathable alternative to plastic synthetic hair is designed for itch-free protective styling and is clinically tested for sensitive and eczema-prone skin. Bundles are hand-made by artisans in East Africa, connecting the product’s environmental focus with a distributed craft workforce.
Alodia Hair CareDr. Isfahan Chambers-Harris founded Alodia Hair Care after seeing the misinformation surrounding textured hair; she brings experience as a medical scientist and trichology practitioner to a brand focused on educating and empowering women. The company creates plant-based, clinically backed care for waves, curls and coils, with particular attention to scalp health and length retention.
Zenn Hair CareFrom a college dorm room in Pennsylvania, Aurora Teasley built Zenn Hair Care into a plant-powered scalp-care company focused on the needs of textured hair. Its handmade, organic formulas are designed to clear buildup and nourish the scalp without stripping away the moisture that curly and kinky hair needs, with the Apple Cider Vinegar Scalp Cleanser serving as the product born from Teasley’s own struggle with dandruff. Launched in 2020, the company has since grown from local pop-ups to a two-year presence at King of Prussia Mall.KING OF PRUSSIA, PA
RthviRthvi makes nutrient-dense haircare centered on ScalpNutrition™, pairing Ayurvedic botanicals with modern hair science to support the scalp, roots, and strands over time. Founder and hair expert Meerika Khanna drew on her upbringing in India, then studied natural cosmetic formulation and trichology after struggling to find that same combination for her own hair. The brand’s silicone-free formulas are designed as a consistent hair ritual rather than a quick fix.LAKE SUCCESS, NY