Like most things, having a product that is made by those it’s designed/created for is always ideal. Anyone that’s been in a drugstore has likely noted the bevy of tones in the lighter gradient being in stark contrast to the handful of shades available at the opposite end of the spectrum. Grocery store chains may […]

Like most things, having a product that is made by those it’s designed/created for is always ideal. Anyone that’s been in a drugstore has likely noted the bevy of tones in the lighter gradient being in stark contrast to the handful of shades available at the opposite end of the spectrum. Grocery store chains may often only carry one or two haircare brands that are made for people of color, and any other options are often from companies that have existed for decades and have only recently “branched out” into carrying a line or two that are marketed towards women of color. Everyone deserves thoughtful products that are made with knowledge and experience behind them — products that they actually need, and that they know will work. Historically, women with darker skin tones have not been offered the same variety of products that exist for white women. Alternatively, there are individuals and companies that are determined to provide better and more representation, to inspire women of color and their beauty needs, and provide individualized products that are made for them. (We’d love to know your favorite beauty pr...