The Best Black Owned Skincare Products For Black Women & Men

Time for another Black-owned business round up! This week, I’m sharing the best Black-owned skincare products for Black women and men; plus, which products to try from each.

Technically, I’ve been researching this blog post for about year. Sounds crazy, right? About this time last year, I decided to do a full revamp of my skincare routine (read: actually develop a skincare routine). I, of course, wanted to include Black-owned skincare products in my routine, so I started researching and, today, I’m sharing what I found with ya’ll!

DISCLOSURE: I only recommend products I would use myself and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post contains affiliate links from which I earn a commission, at no extra cost to you, when you make a purchase. Read more about it HERE.

BLACK-OWNED SKINCARE PRODUCTS FOR YOUR FACE

Bolden

• Created by Nigerian sisters-in-law, Chinelo and Ndidi; Bolden carries products specifically designed for brown skin.
• MUST TRY: Bolden Clear Skin Kit: A four step, easy-to-use kit that includes a gentle cleanser, brightening toner, a brightening moisturizer with SPF 30 and Vitamin C, and a nightly serum with 10% Glycolic Acid for exfoliation and improving appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.

Pure Tropix

• Based in Atlanta, this all-encompassing skincare brand carries quality, all-natural products for your face and body.
• MUST TRY: Natural Sea Moss Facial Bar: Scented with natural lavender and lemon, this luxurious facial bar contains sea moss which is great for hydration, has anti-microbial properties. Plus, it’s super gentle, so it’s great for sensitive or eczema-prone skin.

If you’re just starting out and need a skincare routine, here’s a great winter routine for dry skin!

Jamie + Grant

• Founded by “The Skincare Mad Scientist”, India, in 2014. Best known for her serums and luxurious facial treatments.
• MUST TRY: Milk Peel Sleeping Mask: This mask sells out frequently and was actually featured in Yahoo News! The 5% Lactic Acid for gentle, yet effective exfoliation makes this product an awesome choice, especially if you’re just getting started with chemical exfoliants.

IAMA Artistry

• Founded by licensed aesthetician, Armenthia McClelland. Shop your favorites or schedule a virtual skincare assessment and get personalized advice from a pro.
• MUST TRY: Normal-To-Combo Skin Sampler Pack: A gentle cleanser, Retinol Exfoliating Mask, and hydrating moisturizer. Try this sampler pack before committing to the full sizes. Also available for Oily and Dry skin.

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Perfec-Tone

• Products designed to gently, yet effectively treat issues like hyperpigmentation, acne, and melasma while simultaneously promoting faster cell turnover for fresh, healthy skin. Shop based on your particular skin concern or (if you’re lucky enough) stop by one of their centers in the Bahamas or Trinidad for in-person services.
• MUST TRY: Their Purifying Toner with Coconut and Wheat Germ Oil is a powerful astringent that’s perfect for Oily and/or acne prone skin.

Be Transcendant Skin

• Uncomplicated skincare with plant-powered botanicals and other clean ingredients
• MUST TRY: The Nourish Moisturizer comes in three separate formulas for either Dry, Oily, or Combo skin

Rich And Clear Skincare

• Shop from the varied selection of plant-based, all-natural products or take their quick skin quiz for personalized recommendations
• MUST TRY: The Serum Trio Set comes with a Vitamin C Serum for reduced appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, an Anti Acne Serum full of antioxidants, and a Detox Serum to fight aging and offer intense nighttime hydration.
• Use Code ALLDAY to save 15% on your order!

Look Good, Live Well

• Luxury, quality products designed to enhance and protect our beautiful melanin skin. Browse on your own or schedule a virtual consult for advice from a pro.
• MUST TRY: The Eye Cream: HydraBright Eye Treatment is a personal favorite of mine. It’s lightweight, yet hydrating with pampering ingredients like Vitamin C, Hyaluronic Acid, and Shea.

Ready to update your skincare for the season? Check out my 15 Minute Winter Skincare Routine For Dry Skin, featuring some of my favorite products from this list!

BLACK-OWNED SKINCARE PRODUCTS FOR YOUR BODY

Inside Outer Beauty Market

• Winner of the 2020 Beacon Award for Best Small Indie Beauty Retailer. Shop from a variety of clean, environment-friendly brands to enhance both your inner and outer beauty.
• MUST TRY: The Honey Pot Travel Wipes are perfect for an on-the-go refresh whenever you need it.

XO Brown Girl

• Luxurious, plant-based skincare for your face and body. Good for your body AND the environment; make sure to check out their Recycling Program and save on your next purchase!
• MUST TRY: The Body Exfoliant Set in No. 10 Vanilla Bean: Get rid of dead skin cells with their yummy smelling coffee scrub, then treat your skin with the Vanilla Bean Body Soufflé and Body Nectar for a subtle glow and yummy, fresh scent that will last all day.
• Use Code ALLDAY to save 20% on your order!

Love Beauty Company

• Founded by owner Latrice Love and featured on Forbes, NBC News, and Beauty Independent. Vegan, cruelty-free, plant-based products that are safe for Mamas and their babies.
• MUST TRY: The Heal Oil Blend contains sunflower oil, a natural source of Vitamins A, C, and D, as well ceramides for added moisture to face, body, and hair.
• Also check out their sister company, Lip Love, for all-natural, tinted balms and glosses for lips, eyes, and cheeks. I’m partial to the Lovestick Lip Balm in Angel.

Joyful & Company

• Organic, Vegan, and cruelty-free luxury bath and body products.
• MUST TRY: The Feeling My Oats body lotion is a soulful blend of toasted oats, sweet almond, and sandalwood that smells amaaazing and makes my skin feel incredibly soft and hydrated.
• Use code ALLDAY to save 10% on your order

Marsh + Mane

• A Black-owned beauty supply store with quality products designed for our hair and skin. Shop online or visit their physical location in Philly.
• MUST TRY: The Bask & Bloom Brahmi Root Hair Masque helps repair damage and restore moisture and hydration.

Buttah Skin

• Quality skincare formulated specifically for brown skin with good-for-you ingredients, like all-natural 100% Shea, that are organic, cruelty-free, and FDA registered.
• MUST TRY: The Oatmeal Shea Skin Cleansing Bar offers hydration, effective cleansing, and gently exfoliation. Superstar ingredients include oatmeal, Shea butter, and Vitamins A, D, and E.
• Shop through my link to save 20%!

Fenty Skin

• Developed by pop star, Rihanna (duh!). Quality skincare for the face and body with clean, ethically sourced ingredients, in recyclable and refillable packaging.
• MUST TRY: The Buff Ryder Exfoliating Body Scrub gently exfoliates with sugar, sea salt, superfine sand, and avocado powder while also hydrating with Shea butter and Barbados cherry.

Adaya Beauty

• Online beauty marketplace with hair, skin, and body products curated with women of color in mind. Shop known brands or snag newer, indie favorites.
• MUST TRY: Razor Bump Serum from Nolaskinsentials (also Black-owned!)

Herb’n Eden

• Small-batch, handcrafted bar soaps, body washes, butters, and oils, plus natural deodorant!
• MUST TRY: All-Natural Deodorant made without potential irritants like Aluminum and Baking Soda
• Shop through my link to save 15%!

Shopping for gifts or just looking to treat yourself? Check out my Black-Owned Business Gift Guide!

BROAD SPECTRUM SUNSCREEN FOR BROWN SKIN

Broad spectrum sunscreen (offers protection against UVA and UVB rays) is one of the most important parts of any skincare routine, so I definitely wanted to include some good options. The ones below offer a nice protective layer and won’t leave an ashy, white cast on brown skin!

Black Girl Sunscreen, SPF 30

• An ultra-sheer, hydrating chemical sunscreen that doubles as a lotion

Eleven By Venus On The Defense, SPF 30

• A lightweight mineral sunscreen with anti-inflammatory Sunflower Oil and 25% Zinc Oxide for physical protection from the sun

Unsun Tinted Sunscreen

• A powerful tinted physical sunscreen with both Titanium Dioxide and Zinc Oxide

Bolden Skin-Brightening Moisturizer, SPF 30

• This one does double duty as a physical sunscreen and daily moisturizer with added Vitamin C to brighten skin, protect from free radicals, and reduce signs of aging

BLACK-OWNED SKINCARE PRODUCTS FOR BLACK MEN

Bevel

• Quality products for hair, beard, skin, and body formulated specifically for Black men.
• MUST TRY: I recommend the Starter Shave Kit which comes with a razor, shave balm, oil, and cream, shaving brush, and 20 extra blades. Hubby would also like to recommend the Beard Trimmer which is cordless and gives him the closest shave he’s ever had(:

Scotch Porter

• Founder Calvin Quallis began his journey experimenting in his kitchen and has since perfected his craft. Pamper your man’s (or bestie’s, Dad’s, or brother’s) hair, skin, and body with skin-loving ingredients like White Willow Bark, Kale Protein, and Turmeric Root. BONUS: They carry fragrance as well!
• MUST TRY: The Deluxe Collection includes everything needed to start a skin and beard routine: a beard wash, balm, lotion, and serum as well as a face wash, lotion, and scrub

So there you have it! Twenty-three of the best Black-owned skincare brands with products formulated specifically for brown skin. What brands did I miss? Have you tried any of the brands listed above? Share your favorites with me below!