Ami Colé is shining a spotlight on melanin-rich skin and Black beauty in all its forms. Founded by Diarrha N’Diaye, a first generation Senegalese American with eight years of experience in the beauty industry, the makeup brand has debuted three hero products: a tinted moisturizer, tinted lip oil and highlighter balm.Named after N'Diaye's mother, Ami Colé was founded as a response to the lack of clean, non-toxic products specifically formulated for melanin-rich skin. In fact, one in 12 produc...
If you're into skincare, there's no doubt you've heard of Supergoop! before. The brand has revolutionized SPF, and has become the go-to brand for sunscreen that doesn't break you out or leaves you oily. Founded by Holly Thaggard in 2005, the brand has since seen rapid growth and has gained a cult following worldwide, and is now launching its new Glow Screen in the UK.Ahead of the brand's launch, we had the chance to speak to Holly about everything from where Supergoop! came from, to her biggest ...
Glossier has selected 16 Black-owned beauty businesses to receive grants ranging from $10,000 to $50,000 USD each. Announced back in June 2020, the company's grant initiative will provide support for Black entrepreneurs, who are strikingly underrepresented in the beauty space.Specializing in haircare, skincare and wellness, grantees to receive $50,000 in funding include Hanahana Beauty, a sustainable and ethical brand known for its rich body butters, textured hair extension company Melanj Hair a...
Urban Decay has partnered with the Prince estate to launch a special makeup collection honoring the late musician's legacy. Encapsulating Prince's unabashed style and self-expression, the range offers ways to re-create his signature smokey-eyed look with two eyeshadow palettes, kohl eyeliners, liquid highlighter and a setting powder.Both palettes are decorated with an illustration of Prince and feature his favorite color, Purple, at the forefront. Named after the artist's hit songs, shades range...