SHAYDE BEAUTY makes skincare formulated with melanin-rich skin in mind, focusing on concerns such as hyperpigmentation, dark spots and post-acne marks. Its Fitzpatrick IV–VI-focused formulas combine clinically proven actives with antioxidants, and the line is made in the USA as vegan and cruelty-free skincare. The brand is also a member of the Female Founder Collective.
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NFZD BeautyCreated by Briggitta after she struggled to find beauty products that represented and worked for her skin, NFZD Beauty is a Black-woman-owned skincare company centered on inclusion. It makes vegan, cruelty-free botanical skincare for all skin types, with particular attention to the needs of melanin-rich skin. A portion of every sale supports Jenesse Center’s work with survivors and families affected by domestic violence.
Hyper SkinCreated by Desiree after her own experience with acne and dark spots, Hyper Skin makes clinical skincare centered on the needs of skin of color. The brand focuses on hyperpigmentation with formulas designed to be gentle on deeper and sensitive skin tones while delivering visible results, including its award-winning Fade and Glow AHA Mask and invisible SPF 50 sun protection.
EADEMFounded by Alice Lin Glover and Marie Kouadio, EADEM makes clinically tested skincare and lip care designed to work across all skin types and tones. The brand combines American dermatology with Korean innovation, testing formulas across diverse complexions and developing products such as its invisible Sunsuede SPF 50+ primer and eight-shade Le Chouchou lip balm. EADEM’s pledge includes vegan, cruelty-free formulas with no bleaching agents, reflecting its founders’ focus on beauty that supports rather than erases identity.
Amoureux BeautyAmoureux Beauty makes high-performance skincare for people with sensitive skin and complex needs, including its Soft Serum and Cozy Cream. Founder and CEO Jeanine Mojum created the brand after managing eczema, PCOS-related breakouts, and damage to her own skin barrier from overly harsh products. Its formulas are clinically tested on sensitive skin and diverse skin tones, while remaining fragrance-free and vegan and cruelty-free.