Dr. 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.
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Haiama BeautyBlack-woman-owned Haiama Beauty grew from Allison Shimamoto’s experience rebuilding her curls after a damaging big chop. Based in Philadelphia, the company creates handcrafted, organic haircare for textured-hair families, with formulas developed specifically for wavy through coily textures rather than adapted from straight-hair products. Haiama also teaches small, hands-on curlcare workshops that help families build routines suited to their own hair.PHILADELPHIA, PA
Carmella MarieCarmella Marie makes hair and skin care products centered on helping women with textured hair—curly, coily, kinky and wavy—nourish their natural crowns. Its plant-based B3 Natural Hair Treatment Cream reflects the brand’s focus on moisture, protection and healthier hair, while its educational events and “CROWNFOCUSED” community put self-love alongside hair care. The company also extends that holistic approach through Deep Roots Self Care Co., a related wellness venture.YOUNGSTOWN, OH
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
AYURSFounded by Dr. Tara T. A’Daora after she personally experienced hair loss, AYURS is a Towson-based wellness company built around her holistic approach to hair and scalp health. Its hand-blended, doctor-formulated products are made onsite at A’Daora Trichology & Wellness Institute for people seeking support with hair loss and scalp concerns.TOWSON, MD