10 Black-Owned Body-Care Brands That'll Make Your Skin Look and Feel Amazing
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As much as we all love makeup, nothing says self-care quite like a body product. From scrubs to body creams and butters, we love pretty much anything that'll make our skin look, feel, and smell amazing. If you feel the same way and haven't yet tried out these bestselling products from these Black-owned body brands, then you're seriously missing out.
Whether you're looking for anti-irritant razors or a scrub that smells exactly like cotton candy, read ahead to check out some of our favorite Black-owned brands to shop for body products.
Oui the People
Founded by Karen Young, Oui the People's mission is to make all customers feel good in their own skin. The company sells an assortment of body products, but it's best known for its single-blade razors that provide a close, smooth shave minus the potential skin irritation that often follows hair removal.
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Oui the People Matte Gold Sensitive Skin Razor
How to Support Oui the People: Oui the People Matte Gold Sensitive Skin Razor ($75)
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KynCare
KynCare specializes in handmade body products like scrubs, creams, and oils that all have delicious scents like strawberry kiwi, toasted marshmallow, and cotton candy. More recently, the brand has released facial oils that have the power to treat acne, fade dark spots, and keep your skin's glow at an all-time high.
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KynCare Strawberry Kiwi Moisture Scrub
How to Support KynCare: KynCare Strawberry Kiwi Moisture Scrub ($18)
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Plant Apothecary
Plant Apothecary prides itself on being a certified organic and eco-friendly brand specializing in all things self-care. One of its more popular products is the Calm Down Body Wash that uses a blend of ginger and lavender to help you wind down when you're feeling stressed.
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Plant Apothecary Calm Down Organic Body Wash
How to support Plant Apothecary: Plant Apothecary Calm Down Organic Body Wash ($20)
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SkinButtr
SkinButtr's body products often sell out quickly online, a testament to how good they are, in our opinion. The brand was founded by an America's Next Top Model alum, and you can find facial cleansers and sweet-smelling scrubs and butters that'll keep even the driest skin moisturized.
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SkinButtr Strawberry Coconut Scrub
How to support SkinButtr: SkinButtr Strawberry Coconut Scrub ($25)
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The Honey Pot
The Honey Pot has gained a cult following in recent years thanks to its plant-based, chemical-free, eco-friendly feminine-care products. Launched by Beatrice Feliu-Espada in 2014, all of the brand's products can be found on its official website as well as at retailers like Target and Whole Foods.
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The Honey Pot Sensitive Feminine Wash
How to support The Honey Pot: The Honey Pot Sensitive Feminine Wash ($9)
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Kushae
Kushae features all-natural feminine-care products — like suppositories, skin balms, and cleansers — specially made by an ob-gyn.
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Oyin Handmade
Founded by Jamyla Bennu back in 2001, Oyin Handmade has a large selection of handmade, organic, and all-natural cosmetics and body-care products. Each product is designed to not only fit a beauty need but also improve your personal health and wellness. You can find the brand's products at select Whole Foods, CVS, and RiteAid stores.
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Oyin Handmade No Ash At All Cocoa Butter Lotion
How to support Oyin Handmade: Oyin Handmade No Ash At All Cocoa Butter Lotion ($10)
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Saige & Ivy
The North Carolina-based Saige & Ivy focuses on nontoxic wellness products like deodorants, underarm detox masks, and scrubs.
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Saige & Ivy Replenish Underarm Scrub
How to support Saige & Ivy: Saige & Ivy Replenish Underarm Scrub ($25)
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PiperWai
It's not often that you see natural deodorant getting rave reviews, but PiperWai's products work to mask odors and minimize sweating. You can find them online on the brand's official website and at Target.
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PiperWai Activated Charcoal Deodorant
How to support PiperWai: PiperWai Activated Charcoal Deodorant ($12)
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Blade + Bloom
Blade + Bloom specializes in natural, plant-based products like soap bars and candles meant to trigger memories with names like Field Trip and Brighter Than Sunshine.
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Blade + Bloom East End Rich Body Balm
How to support Blade + Bloom: Blade + Bloom East End Rich Body Balm ($28)
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