For a long time, there was a lack of BIPOC representation in the beauty space, especially when it came to natural hair. Brands were often shoved into the “ethnic” aisle, or worse, offered a limited number of options for all hair types and textures.
Thankfully, the industry has started to take note of our needs. The natural hair movement has made great strides when it comes to more accessibility and visibility of these haircare brands, with companies like Shea Moisture, Mixed Chicks and Carol’s Daughter becoming household names whether you’re just starting your natural hair journey or simply need a new product to elevate your wash routine.
Fast forward to now, and there are a ton of brands dedicated to curls, coils, protective styles and everything in between. While some of the brands are no longer Black-owned, there are still so many companies that are—from Briogeo to Melanin Haircare. We compiled a list of 55 Black-owned haircare brands to shop before your next wash day.
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