10 Women-Owned Beauty Brands To Love and Support
In honor of International Women’s Day, here are a few of our favorites — from Tower28 to Glow Recipe.
International Women’s Day is just around the corner and what better way for makeup and skincare lovers to celebrate than by showing support to their favorite women-owned companies? The holiday is dedicated to celebrating the achievements, strength and resilience of women worldwide. By buying from female-founded brands, we empower those around us to continue creating and thriving.
Here, we round up ten beauty brands owned by women to shop from, now and forever.
Glow Recipe
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Glow Recipe‘s Korean-American co-founders Christine Chang and Sarah Lee have always been passionate about the caring for the skin in the most organic way. With their watermelon and plum-inspired products, the dynamic duo has introduced beauty fiends to innovative ways of putting fruits on our faces, with each new drop becoming wickedly popular before hitting the shelves.
The Lip Bar
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Melissa Butler launched The Lip Bar in 2012 with the intent to disrupt traditional beauty standards and to embrace all shades of beauty. The brand continues to set the standard for Black beauty and inclusivity for all.
Glossier
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Founded by Emily Weiss from the beauty blog Into The Gloss, Glossier has changed the landscape of beauty with something straightforward but significant: community. With a people-first perspective, Glossier has delivered groundbreaking hero products like the “Milky Jelly” Cleanser, “Balm Dotcom” and the iconic “Boy Brow” that keep beauty enthusiasts restocking.
Pat McGrath Labs
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Mother knows best: Pat McGrath, affectionately known as “Mother,” is one of the most influential makeup artists of our time. Her love for the fun of makeup is shown in everything she does and creates, including her covetable products that tend to sell out fast. We recommend starting with the “Skin Fetish” collection if you’ve never tried her products.
espressoh
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Chiara Cascella, founder of Milan-born beauty brand espressoh, has a refreshing beauty philosophy of simplifying makeup for those who aren’t experts — and her brand’s products do just that. With easy-to-use and affordable products like the “Glassy” Blush, espressoh’s makeup portfolio makes people feel seen and unafraid to introduce new steps to their beauty routines.
Tower28
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Amy Liu founded Tower28 with a mission to create makeup that’s both inclusive and safe for those with sensitive skin. Recognizing the lack of options for people who struggle with irritation or allergic reactions, she wanted to offer products that not only enhance their beauty but also nurture their dermis.
Hue
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Somali and Arab-owned Hue was created with a focus on people with darker skin tones, recognizing that they are often overlooked in the beauty industry. Founded by Dr. Hani Hassan and architect Mona Haidar, the brand was built to fill this gap and ensure inclusivity for all skin tones.
Ceremonia
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Before launching her beauty brand, Babba Rivera worked for start-up giants Uber and Away, bringing her marketing expertise to huge companies. Since then, she’s founded Ceremonia, a clean haircare range changing how we care for ourselves while representing her vibrant Latinx culture.
Rouge Paris
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Before launching her fashion and beauty brand, Rouge, Jeanne Damas captivated France (and the world) as one of the pioneers of influencer culture. Today, her makeup line embodies the timeless elegance of French beauty, offering products that bring a modern twist to that classic Parisian allure.
Rose Ingleton MD Skin
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Dr. Rose Ingleton is a New York City dermatology legend, treating clients who are loyal and sing her praises. In 2020, the Jamaican-born beauty founder launched Rose Ingleton MD Skin, her namesake skincare range that marries her wealth of knowledge and care for her patients.
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