There’s no denying the power of a good self-care routine, especially when it comes to body care.
Black entrepreneurs have long been pioneers in creating exceptional products for our skin, ensuring that our melanin stays intact (or at the very least, well moisturized). And while mainstream beauty brands might have been late to the party, we’ve always known where to find solutions that actually work for melanated skin.
From luxurious body butters to nourishing oils, we’ve rounded up five Black-owned body care brands that deserve a spot in your bathroom cabinet. These companies offer high-quality ingredients and formulations specifically designed with us in mind and trust me —your skin will thank you,
Blanc and Noire Skincare takes a holistic approach to body care, focusing on mental wellness as much as physical benefits. The brand’s name itself represents balance—”Blanc” symbolizing purity and calm, while “Noire” embodies depth and strength. What makes this brand stand out is their dedication to creating products that deplete anxiety while nurturing your skin.
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Based in Houston, TX, Body Chemistry Beauty LLC is committed to creating non-toxic, all-natural body care products with ingredients sourced directly from Mother Earth. The company’s mission centers on improving skin quality through natural formulations that make your skin both feel good and look healthy. Their product line features high-quality ingredients that work with your body’s chemistry to enhance your skin’s natural properties.
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There’s something nostalgic about 17 Bertha Street that immediately takes you back to grandmama’s house—ruffled toilet seat covers, rat tooth combs, and all. This brand pays homage to those beauty traditions passed down through generations, when castor oil and salve were the trusted remedies for everything from dry elbows to cracked heels. Each product is crafted with “soul and simplicity,” using tried-and-true ingredients that our grandmothers swore by.
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Founded by Norma Harris in 2018, Botanica Naturale was born from her experience in the cosmetic distribution and manufacturing industry. After years of working with women who created beauty products in their homes and grew them into major brands, Norma was inspired to launch her own clean beauty line. The brand’s first product was a balm designed to help with her children’s eczema, which quickly revealed her passion for formulation.
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Elle Vie Bath And Body was born from necessity when founder Lavida found herself devastated after her favorite body butter was discontinued during a trip to Washington, DC in 2013. After frantically searching for a replacement and coming up empty-handed—”ashy, dry-skinned, scentless, and full of attitude”—the engineer in her took over. She created her own formula with exactly what she wanted: something light, natural, and with “a grown woman’s scent” using rich oils and pure ingredients. What started as a personal solution quickly spread when friends shared her creations with their circles, revealing how many women were “starved for easy and effective skin hydration.”
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