Founder and president Mike Tabiri built Earthen SkinCare from his own long search for relief from flaky skin, developing a formula that restored his confidence before expanding it into a small-batch skincare line. Today, he hand-crafts the collection in a small laboratory, including the clinically tested InstantPeel™ exfoliant for people seeking an alternative to harsh acid peels or dermabrasion.
The Dirty LambFounded in 2016 by former NICU nurse Ahlam Khan, The Dirty Lamb makes handmade, plant-based skincare for a range of skin concerns, drawing on ingredients and traditions from Khan’s American-Palestinian upbringing. The gender-inclusive line is made fresh weekly in small batches, with ethically sourced ingredients displayed in clear glass for straightforward transparency.AKRON, OH
SkinprintFounded in 2002 by chemist Robert Manzo, Skinprint develops personalized skincare products designed around the skin barrier, microbiome and natural pH. The Goshen company formulates its proprietary products in-house and holds a patent for its customized skincare formulation process, while its team of biochemists, physicians and industry specialists continues research and education for professionals and consumers.GOSHEN, NY
Trees and Flowers For SkinCreated by makeup artist Lynda Eichner after more than two decades preparing clients for film, television and red-carpet appearances, Trees and Flowers For Skin makes botanical skincare centered on its Calming Oil For Skin. Eichner’s study of herbal remedies and time spent shadowing a Japanese master healer inform the brand’s use of organic and wildcrafted ingredients. The line grew from the oil’s popularity with Eichner’s clients and beauty insiders and now includes exfoliating and body-care treatments.NEW YORK, NY
MyEmollientKeeshagaye Whitter founded MyEmollient in 2020 after her own eczema experience led her to seek gentler skincare, building on Jamaican plant-based traditions she learned from her grandmother. The Brooklyn brand handcrafts small-batch, water-free moisturizers for people with dry, sensitive, or eczema-prone skin.BROOKLYN, NY