Black-Owned Hair Care Brands

Founded in 2014 by Elizabeth Davis, Shedavi is a U.S. holistic beauty brand focused on hair growth and wellness from the inside out. Its product line includes herbal hair oils, vitamins, and botanical-based shampoos and conditioners. The brand blends Ayurvedic and modern botanical ingredients such as hibiscus, bamboo, and biotin to promote strong, healthy hair. All products are vegan, cruelty-free, and free from sulfates and silicones. Shedavi’s philosophy centers on intentional beauty—encouraging women to care for themselves naturally and consistently. What makes the brand distinctive is its integrative approach combining topical and nutritional care, positioning it as a wellness-focused haircare company.

CURLS is a U.S.-based natural haircare brand founded by Mahisha Dellinger in 2002. Created to empower women with curly, coily, and wavy hair, the brand offers clean, effective products designed to define and nourish natural textures. Its collection includes shampoos, conditioners, and styling products made with organic blueberry, coconut oil, and aloe vera. CURLS has been a pioneer in the textured hair industry, widely available in both salons and major retail stores. The brand also places emphasis on education and representation, helping redefine the beauty standard for textured hair globally. What makes CURLS distinctive is its combination of accessibility and authenticity — bridging professional performance with community empowerment. Two decades later, it remains a trusted leader in curl care and a key influence in the natural hair movement.

Pattern Beauty is a U.S.-based haircare brand founded by actress and entrepreneur Tracee Ellis Ross. Created to celebrate and support curly, coily, and tight-textured hair, the brand was launched with a mission to provide products that truly meet the needs of the textured hair community. Pattern Beauty offers a wide range of shampoos, conditioners, leave-ins, and styling products designed to hydrate, define, and nourish curls without harsh ingredients. Each formula is made with high-quality, moisture-rich ingredients like jojoba oil, aloe vera, and shea butter. The brand also focuses on inclusivity and self-acceptance, encouraging people to embrace their natural hair with pride. What makes Pattern Beauty unique is its combination of expert formulation, cultural authenticity, and strong community representation. Through its thoughtful approach to design and messaging, Pattern Beauty has become a leading voice in redefining beauty standards for textured hair worldwide.

Qhemet Biologics is a pioneering Afro-textured haircare brand founded in 2004 by Felis Butler, a licensed historian and natural-hair advocate. Rooted in African heritage, the brand combines ancient Egyptian and Ayurvedic botanicals to create nourishing, moisture-rich formulas. Its cult-favorite products — such as Amla & Olive Heavy Cream and Burdock Root Butter Cream — help restore elasticity and softness to coily and kinky hair. All formulations are free from silicones, sulfates, and mineral oils, and are certified vegan. What makes Qhemet Biologics distinctive is its historical and cultural grounding, celebrating African traditions through plant-based science. It remains a trailblazer in the natural-hair movement.

Rucker Roots was founded in 2013 by sisters Dr. Ellen Rucker Sellers and Ione Rucker Jamison in the United States. Inspired by their Southern heritage, the brand uses natural root extracts like carrot, ginger, and turnip to nourish and strengthen textured hair. The collection includes shampoos, conditioners, and styling products designed to encourage healthy growth and moisture retention. All formulas are sulfate-free, paraben-free, and safe for color-treated hair. Rucker Roots promotes wellness and confidence for all curl types, blending family tradition with modern science. What makes it unique is its root-based approach to nourishment, combining nature’s essentials with proven hair-health benefits.

Sienna Naturals is a Los Angeles–based clean haircare brand founded in 2012 by Hannah Diop and later joined by actress Issa Rae as co-owner and ambassador. The brand focuses on plant-based solutions for textured and curly hair, combining natural ingredients with dermatological science. Its range includes shampoos, conditioners, and treatments that restore moisture, strengthen strands, and promote scalp health. Sienna Naturals avoids sulfates, silicones, and synthetic fragrances, offering clinically tested, vegan formulations. The brand stands out for its focus on scalp care as the foundation of hair wellness, a concept often overlooked in textured haircare. What makes Sienna Naturals distinctive is its science-meets-culture approach — addressing the specific needs of textured hair while promoting authenticity and representation in beauty. The brand has quickly grown into a leader in the clean-textured haircare movement.

Uprth Naturals is an Indian eco-beauty brand dedicated to sustainable, plant-based personal care. It creates vegan shampoos, conditioners, and oils crafted with botanical ingredients like hibiscus, neem, and argan. Uprth Naturals emphasizes biodegradable packaging and ethical from local farmers. Each product is free from sulfates, parabens, and artificial colors, ensuring gentle care for both hair and scalp. The brand advocates conscious consumption and environmental responsibility. What makes Uprth Naturals unique is its India-born sustainability ethos, merging clean formulation with community-driven ecological awareness.

Naturally Drenched, founded by hairstylist and educator Jamila Powell, is a U.S. brand designed for curl hydration and scalp balance. Its hero product, the Rebalance Pre-Conditioner Treatment, uses aloe vera, papaya, and witch hazel to detoxify and prep the scalp before conditioning. The brand is vegan, cruelty-free, and rooted in inclusivity, celebrating all curl types and textures. Each product is formulated with clean ingredients and eco-conscious packaging. What makes Naturally Drenched distinctive is its focus on pre-conditioning science, elevating wash-day rituals with products that optimize moisture absorption and curl elasticity.