These brands turn heads

These brands have not only been providing spaces where other women can be empowered financially in terms of employment, but have done a good job of educating us about beauty concerns that largely affect our community.

Afrobotanics

In the past, information about Afrotextured hair and its care was not widely available, leading to many women becoming frustrated with their coils, with a general misconception that Afro hair was undesirable, unmanageable and should be tamed. Luckily, entrepreneur Ntombenhle Khathwane has taken the guesswork out of taking care of your natural hair with her Afrobotanics brand.

Founded in 2010, the brand features natural, effective formulas that make falling in love with your hair second nature.

Afrobotanics Amina Deep Moisturising Conditioner 500ml R95, clicks.co.za

Portia M

With product distribution in 1,200 retailers across the country and footprints in Lesotho, Namibia, Swaziland and Botswana – the Portia M brand has been the definition of black girl magic since 2011.

Founded by entrepreneurial powerhouse Portia Mngomezulu, while looking for a solution for her pregnancy stretchmarks – Portia M’s marula oil infused products and locally sourced ingredients have created a community that values information and generational beauty secrets passed down to make black women’s lives better – whether it is through solutions for minimising stretch marks or dealing with pregnancy skin.

Portia M Marula Skin Oil 100ml R95, portiamss.com

Corium Naturals

Founded in 2016 by entrepreneur Vuyi Zondi, Corium Naturals has given black women natural skincare and body solutions that are not only affordable but truly work.

With a strong community of female consumers backing them, Corium’s minimalistic packaging, use of natural ingredients such as turmeric, green tea or citrus, along with a wide product offering, is what has held the industry’s attention for so long.

Corium Exfoliating Body Scrubs 100ml R89 each, coriumskincare.co.za