Founded by sisters Nana and Laila after returning to their native Morocco, Lunalis Cosmetics makes clean, plant-powered skin care centered on ethically sourced Moroccan prickly pear seed oil. The women-owned, women-powered brand pairs traditional Moroccan beauty practices with clinically tested formulas developed with a US-based laboratory, including its signature Extreme Face Oil. Lunalis also works with women-led farm partners, paying fair prices intended to support their families and villages.
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Sunia K.™ cosmétiques authentiquesRooted in the founder’s hometown in Tunisia and perfected in New York, Sunia K.™ cosmétiques authentiques makes skincare centered on Sabrah™, its 100% pure prickly pear seed oil. The oil is sustainably sourced from a Tunisian farm and cold-pressed as a single-ingredient formula, connecting Tunisian beauty traditions with a simple modern skincare ritual. The company also ties its sourcing to employment and economic opportunity in one of Tunisia’s deprived areas.BALDWIN, NY
Natural AWANatural AWA is an Ohio-based beauty brand creating natural skincare from African ingredients, including oils, shea butter and botanical treatments. Founded by Senegal-born Awa Mbaye after her own experience formulating moisturizers for dry, irritated skin, the brand draws on West African beauty rituals while sourcing primarily from women-led cooperatives in Senegal and Mauritania. Its production uses cold-pressed ingredients and a zero-waste approach, with fair-trade sourcing supporting women producers and community empowerment.BRICE, OH
Shea RadianceFounded by Funlayo and Shola Alabi, Shea Radiance grew from Funlayo’s search for suitable care for her children’s eczema-prone skin into a skincare company grounded in West African beauty traditions. Its A-Beauty approach puts overlooked skin needs first while partnering directly with women-led cooperatives across West Africa; more than 3,000 women farmers are part of its direct supply network.BALTIMORE, MD
J'enessenceJ’enessence is a women-owned American skincare company making small-batch, plant-powered body care and facial treatments under the guidance of a licensed esthetician. Its formulas are handmade on demand without synthetic fragrances, dyes or animal testing, with natural essential oils shaping the products’ therapeutic feel. The business grew from its founder’s experience overcoming homelessness and hardship, and she supports Dress for Success while building work intended to give back.NEW YORK, NY