The California Naturals

Captain Blankenship is a U.S.-based organic beauty brand founded in 2009 by Jana Blankenship in the Hudson Valley, New York. The brand crafts clean hair and body care products inspired by the ocean and nature, using plant-based ingredients and essential oils. Its hero products, including the Sea Salt Hair Spray and Golden Shimmer Oil, are formulated with certified organic botanicals and packaged sustainably. Captain Blankenship’s mission is to create beauty with integrity, minimizing environmental impact while maintaining high performance. Every formula is cruelty-free, biodegradable, and free from synthetic fragrances and parabens. What makes the brand distinctive is its deep connection to nature and its transparent ingredient philosophy. It continues to lead in sustainable beauty, combining simplicity, effectiveness, and ecological consciousness.

Act + Acre is a New York-based clean haircare brand founded in 2018 by Colm Mackin and Helen Reavey, a professional hairstylist. The brand pioneers a Cold Processed” method, which preserves nutrient integrity by formulating without heat. Its product line — including the Scalp Detox and Cold Processed Cleanse — is designed to improve scalp health and stimulate hair growth. Act + Acre uses plant-based ingredients, essential oils, and prebiotics, with a focus on sustainability and wellness. All products are vegan, cruelty-free, and packaged in recycled materials. What makes the brand distinctive is its scientific, scalp-first philosophy, merging haircare with overall well-being. With its minimalist design and clean innovation, Act + Acre is redefining the future of healthy hair from the roots up.

Sunday II Sunday is an active lifestyle haircare brand developed by Keenan Beasley to support people with textured hair who work out regularly. The products are formulated to remove sweat buildup, refresh the scalp, and extend wash days without stripping natural oils. Key ingredients include apple cider vinegar, green tea, and ginger extract. The line is vegan, cruelty-free, and designed for all curl patterns. What makes Sunday II Sunday distinctive is its focus on active hair wellness, encouraging fitness without compromising hair health. It fills a major gap in textured-hair care by merging performance, freshness, and protection for daily movement.