Founded by Tom and Deb Porter in 1985, Indianapolis-based Malibu Wellness makes science-based hair, scalp, and skin wellness products under its Malibu C brand. The company is an employee-owned ESOP known for freshly activated vitamin C remedies that address mineral buildup and other water-related effects, with vegan, cruelty-free formulas made in the United States. Its manufacturing mission also emphasizes earth-friendly products, recyclable PET packaging, and reduced water use.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
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H. HoneycupFounded by Cindy Barberes after her own journey toward self-care, H. Honeycup makes vegan, cruelty-free natural body care from plant-based ingredients. The Malvern brand’s products are formulated and manufactured by Raintree Labs, owned by Cindy’s husband, Kevin Parker, with each formula built ingredient by ingredient rather than from an outside base or fragrance. Because addiction has affected the family, H. Honeycup also donates clean beauty products to people in recovery.MALVERN, PA
The Root ProjectThe Root Project makes U.S.-made haircare that treats root and scalp care as part of the everyday wash, rather than an extra step. Its founder-formulated Root Complex™ combines polypeptides, ceramide-rich lipids, structural amino acids and antioxidants, while aloe leaf juice replaces water as the base. The brand’s clean formulas are certified vegan, cruelty-free, sulfate- and paraben-free, and packaged in 100% up-cycled materials.
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
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