Founded by Madagascar-born ethnobotanist Dr. Stephan Helary, Terres d’Afrique makes science-based organic skincare from regenerative African botanicals. Its formulas draw on indigenous plant knowledge and modern skin-health research, while the company uses sustainable wild harvesting, transparent benefit sharing and partnerships with rural producer communities. Terres d’Afrique also develops botanical wellness and scent concepts for hotels, lodges and resorts, including collaborations with Six Senses, Four Seasons and One&Only.
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Akuwa SkincareFounded by first-generation Nigerian-Liberian Precious Gabriel, Akuwa Skincare makes inclusive, African-inspired skincare for all skin tones. Its two-product line centers on botanical formulas such as the Elite Glow Serum and Ultra Vital Pudding moisturizer, with clean, fragrance-free, vegan and cruelty-free ingredients. The brand pairs that focus with earth-conscious packaging and a partnership planting 100 trees each month.BROOKLYN, 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
Rou OrganicsRou Organics turns wild-harvested African seeds and fruits into cold-pressed botanical oils, combining tribal harvesting knowledge with modern processing at its solar-powered facility in Modimole, Limpopo. The company sources from communities around more than 50 villages, with every bag tracked from its harvesting location to the plant and local harvesters equitably paid. Its fresh-fruit approach also puts byproducts to work rather than sending them to waste.POTOMAC, MD
Raw BiologySince 2018, Raw Biology has made natural and certified-organic skincare that pairs potent botanicals with modern science to address signs of aging and other skin concerns. Its formulas are developed in a state-of-the-art laboratory and include a signature Liquid Facelift system built around vitamin C, retinol, and hyaluronic acid. The company also emphasizes sustainable crops, environmentally conscious practices, and no animal testing.S, NY