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Independent Black-Owned Brands List

Explore independent Black-owned brands bringing fresh creativity, culture, and craft to fashion and beauty. Discover homegrown labels with distinct stories, bold design, and real heart behind every piece. Find original products you'll love while celebrating the talented founders shaping them.

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Hair Care

Bomba Curls

Mid-range

Bomba Curls is an Afro-Dominican haircare brand founded by Lulu Cordero in 2019. Inspired by Dominican beauty traditions, the brand creates products for curly, coily and textured hair using natural and organic ingredients. The idea for Bomba Curls developed after Lulu experienced traction alopecia and began using traditional Dominican haircare recipes to restore moisture and care for her scalp and curls. Its collection includes hair oils, masks, shampoos, conditioners and styling products designed to reduce breakage, support length retention and keep curls soft and defined. Bomba Curls is a women-owned brand that celebrates natural textures and Afro-Dominican culture. Its mid-range collection is made in the United States and certified cruelty-free. The brand also offers international shipping through its website.

#black-owned#women-owned
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Hair Care

Ecoslay

Georgia · Est. 2015 · Affordable

Ecoslay is a women-owned haircare brand founded by Adria Marshall in 2015. Based in Clarkston, Georgia, the brand creates products for curly, coily, wavy and textured hair, with a focus on moisture, definition and manageable styling. Its collection includes cleansers, conditioners, leave-in treatments, curl creams, gels and styling products designed for wash days and everyday curl routines. The range supports common hair concerns such as dryness, frizz, tangling and lack of definition, while offering options for different textures and styling preferences. Ecoslay is known for its small-batch approach and practical formulas made specifically for natural hair. Positioned within the affordable haircare category, the brand appeals to shoppers looking for specialised curl products without premium pricing. Ecoslay offers worldwide shipping through its official website.

#black-owned#women-owned
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Hair Care

Melanin Haircare

United States · Est. 2015 · Mid-range

Melanin Haircare is a women-owned textured haircare brand founded by sisters Whitney White and Taffeta White. Launched in 2018, the brand was created to provide simple, nourishing products for curly, coily and natural hair. Whitney White is also widely known as Naptural85, a natural-hair content creator who built a large online community by sharing haircare routines and styling advice. The brand’s collection includes shampoos, conditioners, styling creams, oils and scalp-care products designed to support moisture retention, detangling, manageability and healthy-looking hair. Its formulas are suitable for wash days, protective styles and everyday curl-care routines. Positioned within the mid-range category, Melanin Haircare appeals to shoppers seeking practical products that can be used across different textures and styling needs. The brand offers worldwide shipping through its website.

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Hair Care

The Doux

Germany · Est. 2011 · Affordable

The Doux is a textured haircare brand founded by hairstylist Maya Smith and Brian Smith in 2009. Created using Maya’s professional salon experience, the brand develops products for curly, coily, wavy and heat-styled hair. Its affordable collection includes shampoos, conditioners, leave-in products, gels, mousses, pomades, heat protectants, oils and serums. The formulas are designed to simplify styling while supporting concerns such as dryness, frizz, curl definition, hold and manageability. The brand is particularly recognised for its bold packaging influenced by 1990s hip-hop culture. As a Black-owned, veteran-owned and stylist-created brand, The Doux combines professional haircare knowledge with products made for at-home routines. Its range can be used for wash-and-go styles, defined curls, protective styling and sleek looks. The Doux currently ships within the United States through its official website.

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Hair Care

Alikay Naturals

United States · Est. 2009 · Mid-range

"Alikay Naturals is a women-owned haircare brand founded by Rochelle Graham-Campbell in 2009. Based in Fort Myers, Florida, the brand creates products for curly, coily and textured hair, with a focus on moisture, nourishment and manageable styling. Its collection includes cleansing, conditioning, treatment and styling products designed to support natural hair routines. The range caters to different curl patterns and concerns, including dryness, breakage, scalp care and curl definition. Alikay Naturals is positioned within the mid-range haircare category, making it suitable for shoppers looking for specialised natural hair products at accessible prices. With products designed for wash days, protective styles and everyday maintenance, the brand offers options for building a complete curly haircare routine. Alikay Naturals offers worldwide shipping through its official website."

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Hair Care

Kinky-Curly

United States · Est. 2003 · Mid-range

"Kinky-Curly is a women-owned haircare brand founded by Shelley Davis in 2003. Based in San Diego, California, the brand creates products specifically for curly, coily and textured hair. Its collection is designed to support moisture, curl definition, detangling and manageable styling without weighing the hair down. Kinky-Curly offers shampoos, conditioners, leave-in treatments and styling products suited to different curl patterns and natural hair routines. The brand is particularly popular among shoppers looking for products that help enhance natural texture while reducing dryness and frizz. Positioned within the mid-range haircare category, Kinky-Curly combines specialised curl care with products suitable for regular use. Its range can be used for wash days, styling routines and maintaining defined, healthy-looking curls. Kinky-Curly offers worldwide shipping through its official website."

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Footwear/Luxury Footwear

Brother Vellies

USA · Est. 2013 · Luxury

Brother Vellies is a luxury accessory and footwear brand started in 2013 by Aurora James in New York City. The brand is famous for bringing traditional global craftsmanship into modern fashion. They make beautiful high heels, boots, sandals, and flats for people who appreciate cultural art. Because they use premium materials and sustainable practices, it sits firmly in the luxury footwear market. The brand focuses entirely on authentic handmade production, partnering directly with skilled artisans around the world to keep ancient crafting methods alive. Their unique shoes feature rich textures and creative shapes that look like wearable art. Brother Vellies is the ultimate global destination for conscious buyers who love beautiful fashion with a deep respect for heritage.

#black-owned#ethical
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Clothing/Designer Clothing

Brandon Blackwood

United States · Est. 2015 · Mid-range

Blackwood is born and raised in Brooklyn as a first-generation American with Jamaican and Chinese heritage, and while studying neuroscience at Bard College, secretly pursued a career in fashion, interning at magazines such as Elle and Nylon. In 2015, while working at a consignment shop, he created a bag for himself that garnered the attention of an editor at Essence and led to the creation of his designer clothing and accessories brand. In 2020, wanting to take a stance in support of the Black Lives Matter protests, he created a mini-tote with the words "End Systemic Racism" engraved on the front, which went viral and catapulted the brand to international recognition. The brand has since expanded into over thirty designs including eyewear, swimwear, outerwear, and footwear, and has created custom looks for Beyonce, Serena Williams, and Megan Thee Stallion.

#luxury#mid-range
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Hair Care/American Hair Care

Qhemet Biologics

Florida · Est. 2004 · Mid-range

Qhemet Biologics, founded in 2004 by Felis Butler, a licensed historian and natural-hair advocate, is a Tampa, Florida-based Afro-textured haircare pioneer rooted in African heritage and cultural celebration. The brand combines ancient Egyptian and Ayurvedic botanicals to create nourishing, moisture-rich formulas that restore elasticity and softness to coily and kinky hair, with cult-favorite products like Amla & Olive Heavy Cream and Burdock Root Butter Cream. All formulations are free from silicones, sulfates, and mineral oils, and are certified vegan. Qhemet Biologics' distinctive strength lies in its historical and cultural grounding—celebrating African traditions through plant-based science—making it a trailblazer in the natural-hair movement.

#ayurvedic#black-owned
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Hair Care/American Hair Care

CurlMix

United States · Est. 2015 · Mid-range

CurlMix is a Chicago-based curly-hair brand founded in 2015 by Kim Lewis and Tim Lewis. Originally launched as a DIY subscription box, the company evolved into a full product line specifically formulated for natural curls and coils. The four-step system—cleanse, condition, moisturize, and define—uses ingredients like flaxseed gel, aloe vera, and jojoba oil to deliver frizz-free definition. All products are vegan, cruelty-free, and fragrance-free. CurlMix's direct-to-consumer model ensures transparency and affordability. The brand stands out for its community-first ethos, empowering customers to embrace their curls while supporting Black entrepreneurship and accessible, clean curly-hair care.

#black-owned#natural
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Hair Care/Black-Owned Hair Care

Nu Standard

United States · Est. 2017 · Affordable

Nu Standard is a Dallas-based textured-haircare company founded in 2017, built on the foundational belief that healthy hair begins at the scalp. The brand creates clean, dermatologist-tested products that address common concerns—scalp buildup, dryness, and thinning—through natural actives and gentle surfactants. Its focused system includes a pre-cleanse, shampoo, and conditioner formulated with aloe, peppermint, and niacinamide to support scalp balance and wellness. All products are sulfate-free and paraben-free, safe for protective styles and designed to work alongside natural-hair care routines. What makes Nu Standard distinctive is its emphasis on scalp health as the foundation of hair wellness, offering education-backed care routines supported by scientific insight rather than styling alone. The brand serves those seeking sustainable growth and scalp wellness rooted in dermatological science.

#black-owned#sustainable
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Hair Care/American Hair Care

Oyin Handmade

United States · Est. 1999 · Affordable

Oyin Handmade is a U.S. natural-hair cornerstone founded in 1999 by Jamyla Bennett and based in Baltimore, Maryland. The name Oyin—meaning honey in Yoruba—reflects the brand's philosophy of using food-grade, nourishing ingredients like honey, hempseed oil, and aloe vera. Its handmade-in-small-batches product line, including the beloved Hair Dew and Juices & Berries, is renowned for hydrating and softening textured hair while maintaining curl definition. All formulas are cruelty-free and free from silicones and sulfates, prioritizing gentle care rooted in clean beauty. What sets Oyin apart is its community-driven DIY ethos and celebration of cultural pride, making it not just a product line but a movement. Oyin Handmade remains a beloved institution in the natural-hair community, embodying joy, heritage, and self-care.

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About black-owned brands

This Independent Black-Owned Brands List is a curated collection of fashion and beauty brands founded and led by Black entrepreneurs.This Independent Black-Owned Brands List is a curated collection of fashion and beauty brands founded and led by Black entrepreneurs. It brings together independent labels across clothing, footwear, jewellery, skincare, and haircare, all in one place.

The list makes it easier to find and support Black-owned brands across a range of categories and styles. Some focus on bold, original design, while others specialise in products made for specific needs, such as skincare and haircare formulated for a wider range of skin tones and hair types.

Every brand profile includes a short description, the categories the brand covers, and tags so you can quickly find labels that match your needs and values. You can filter the list by category or tag to narrow your search.

All the brands here are independent. They tend to be smaller labels with their own distinct stories, run by founders who put real care into what they create.

Browse the Independent Black-Owned Brands List below, filter by category or tag, and click any brand to learn more about its products and story. If you want to discover new labels and support Black-owned businesses, this list is a great place to start.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Black-Owned Brands List?
The Black-Owned Brands List brings together independent fashion and beauty brands founded or led by Black entrepreneurs. It covers clothing, footwear, jewellery, skincare, and haircare in one place.
What makes a brand Black-owned?
A Black-owned brand is one that is founded, owned, or led by Black entrepreneurs. This list helps you find and support these brands across a range of fashion and beauty categories.
Why support Black-owned brands?
Supporting Black-owned brands helps build a more diverse industry and backs founders who may have had less access to funding and visibility. It's also a way to discover original products and fresh points of view.
Do any of these brands specialise in specific needs?
Some do. You'll find skincare and haircare brands creating products formulated for a wider range of skin tones and hair types, alongside labels known for their design and style.
Are all the brands here independent?
Yes. Every brand listed is independent rather than a large mainstream label, so you'll often come across smaller, founder-led brands you might not find elsewhere.
How do I pick the right brand for me?
Each brand has a short description and tags such as sustainable, handmade, or cruelty-free, making it easy to see what it offers and choose the ones that suit you.