Camille Rose

Lovett Sundries, based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, was founded by Caleb and Lauren Lovett. The brand crafts handmade, small-batch home and personal-care goods using natural ingredients and simple formulas. Its haircare range features shampoo bars and conditioners made with olive oil, coconut oil, and essential oils. All packaging is minimal and recyclable. Lovett Sundries is committed to reducing plastic waste and supporting local manufacturing. What makes the brand distinctive is its return to old-fashioned craftsmanship, offering timeless, sustainable alternatives to mass-produced beauty products.

Eden BodyWorks is an American natural-haircare brand founded in 2004 by Jasmine Lawrence, who started the company at age 13. The brand focuses on simple, nature-based products made with ingredients like peppermint, coconut, and jojoba oil to strengthen and moisturize hair. Its collections, such as Coconut Shea and Peppermint Tea Tree, cater to all curl types and scalp conditions. All products are free from sulfates, silicones, and mineral oils. Eden BodyWorks emphasizes empowerment, health, and education. What makes the brand distinctive is its origin story of youthful entrepreneurship and resilience, growing into one of the most trusted names in natural-haircare.

CurlMix is a Chicago-based curly-hair brand founded in 2015 by Kim Lewis and Tim Lewis. Originally a DIY subscription box, the company evolved into a full product line formulated for natural curls and coils. Its 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 allows transparency and affordability without compromising quality. What makes CurlMix unique is its community-first business model, empowering customers to embrace their curls while supporting Black entrepreneurship and clean beauty.