This February, we are honoring Black History Month by celebrating the creativity, innovation, and impact of Black women founders who continue to shape beauty, fashion, and lifestyle industries. From brands redefining everyday essentials to skincare crafted with intention, these women are creating more than products; they are building legacies. EnVi is here to spotlight a curated selection of Black woman-founded brands that deserve a permanent place in your routine not just this month, but all year long.
EADEM
EADEM is skincare made with you in mind. Gentle, effective, and clinically tested for daily use, the brand was created by women of color to both celebrate and support natural skin with formulas that truly understand melanin-rich tones. Each product is designed to address different skin concerns such as hyperpigmentation, uneven texture, and complexion protection without stripping or irritation. With EADEM, your skin gets the care it deserves: simple, effective, and made to bring out your natural glow.
Meji Meji
A moment of reflection sparked the creation of creative clothing brand Meji Meji during the 2020 pandemic: if the world ended right now, what’s one thing you would wish you had pursued? Born from this question, Meji Meji merges black culture with Nigerian heritage to express one big empowering message through each design. Behind every piece lies a story that resonates with empowerment and authenticity. Every collection is crafted with intention, transforming fashion into a form of storytelling. With price points starting in the $50s, Meiji Meiji ensures that quality is never up for question.
SWIS
Periods are a natural part of life, and talking about them should be too. SWIS is making their mark by breaking the stigma, offering safe, non-toxic disposable period underwear. Offered in a deep-rich skin tone, each pair offers protection that not only feels secure but empowering. SWIS prioritizes normalizing menstrual conversations while helping customers feel comfortable during their own periods. Unlike other options, SWIS subtracts the harmful chemicals, eliminates discomfort, and focuses on what matters most: your confidence and protection.
Brown Girl Jane
Everyone has that one signature fragrance note they stick with depending on the season — and Brown Girl Jane is one of those Black-owned fragrance brands that has an option available for everyone, no matter their scent preferences. Founded back in early 2020, Brown Girl Jane was created by Spelman alumni Malaika and Nia Jones. The company originally began as a plant- and wellness-based CBD brand, with the sisters’ vision later shifting to creating luxury-fine fragrances sure to uplift your spirits from the smell alone. In 2024, their fourth year of creation, Brown Girl Jane made its mark as the first Black female-founded fine fragrance brand to be carried by Sephora. The brand’s current most popular fragrance is Casablanca, which captures a feeling of warmth and romance through a blend of marshmallow, cardamom, and white florals. With a selection of scents ranging from $30 for the discovery set to $102 for a 50mL bottle, Brown Girl Jane makes the perfect gift for others or even as a treat to yourself!
Caribe & Co
Have you ever been to a coffee shop and had the random craving to spice up your drink with a syrup flavor different from the regular offerings like vanilla, hazelnut, or honey? Savannah Campbell had this exact vision in mind when creating the brand. Caribe & Co takes your unique drink flavor cravings and makes them a reality. Drawing inspiration from her Caribbean roots, Campbell created 6 one-of-a-kind flavors, including Jamaican coconut, Mexican Vanilla Bean, and Habanero. The options are endless with this syrup — whether you want to add something sweet to your breakfast, toss it in your tea, or add it to a sweet treat, Caribe & Co has something to fit your taste!
STRIPT
Every closet needs staple pieces to effortlessly elevate a simple outfit to a standout look. Howard graduate Ari Davis is redefining essential pieces with her brand STRIPT, which offers pieces that not only prioritize comfort but also focus on versatility. From athleisure that makes a Pilates outfit feel like a fashion show to shapewear that enhances your natural curves in all the right ways, STRIPT has an option for everyone that will last beyond the trends.
Want to read more from our Black and & Green series? Check out our piece on sustainable women-owned brands here!
