Believe it or not, the wellness industry hasn’t always been the most inclusive place. While it’s common knowledge that access to healthcare is still a major problem in Black communities, BlackDoctor is on a mission to change that by placing Black health back in our hands. Because after all, we all want to feel, function, and look our best.
Today, we’re sharing different Black-owned wellness companies that will help support your health journey. Whether that’s pampering your body with nourishing lotion, reading a book to inspire your next wellness-focused getaway, or finding clean supplements to support gut health, we’ve got you covered. As you read through the list below, ask yourself, “What does my body, mind, or spirit need today?” The answer just might surprise.
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Clean foods and gut health support
Supergut
It’s well-known that fiber supports gut health, and this product is all about nourishing your gut with clean ingredients and clinically-studied fibers. Solnul supports metabolic function, while Sunfiber gently stimulates digestion and regularity. Founded byMarc Washington, Supergut is on a mission to improve gut health with a daily dose of fiber.
Black Girl Vitamins
These Black female doctors – Dr. Standifer-Barrett, Dr. C. Nicole Swiner, and Dr. Chinyere Okpaleke – understood the assignment: health looks different for Black women. According to their website, 82 percent of Black women are deficient in vitamin D and have the highest infant mortality rate compared to other ethnicities. Black Girl Vitamin was born to address these nutritional inadequacies, creating vitamins and supplements to boost immunity, improve mood, reduce inflammation, and support women’s health.
Golde
This 100% Black-owned company strikes gold, literally. Think: frothy turmeric lattes, ceremonial grade Matcha cold-pressed in Japan, creamy cocoa complete with stress-relieving functional mushrooms, and plant-based collagen to give your skin an added glow.
Yay git
Made with organic ingredients, this food company creates unique nut butter combinations packed with essential nutrients. Indulge in the creamy sunflower and pumpkin butter on your morning toast or oatmeal. Or enjoy the almond, brazil nut, and cashew butter by the spoonful.
Nourishing skincare products
Black Girl Sunscreen
No white residue. Smooth to rub on. Black Girl Sunscreen is an excellent sun-protectant for melanin-rich skin, and we’re sharing it just in time for summer. Available in over 18,000 stores, this company is on a mission to challenge misconceptions about skin health and redefine inclusive skincare under the sun.
Addictive Apothecary
Say hello to clean, natural beauty. From whipped body butters and hydrating body balms to fruity sugar lip scrubs, enhance your natural skin glow with handcrafted products from Addictive Apothecary. This family-run company was the creative pursuit of a mother and daughter who wanted to prioritize spending quality time together.
Herb’neden
Finding soaps with clean ingredients just got a whole lot easier with Herb’neden – a sustainable skincare company. Their story begins in the garden, where they use all-natural, plant-based ingredients to craft soaps, face washes, body oils, serums, and more. Brighten your skin with the tea tree and turmeric bar soap, or help address breakouts using the lemongrass & patchouli bar.
Books that inspire self-discovery and reflection
The Wellness Bucket List: 1000 Escapes to Enrich Your Mind, Body, & Spirit
Coauthored by Ciara Turner-Ewert and Nana Luckham, this book encourages readers to explore alternative ways of improving well-being. Unwind among the red sandy dunes of Wadi Rum, Jordan, to release negative energy or take a long steamy soak at an onsen (aka natural hot spring) in Japan to boost circulation and reduce stress. With endless possibilities, your next wellness adventure is waiting.
Self-Care Check-In
Written by GG Renee Hill, this wellness journal guides you through introspective prompts designed to restore your sense of self-worth and self-esteem. Whether you’re seeking clarity after a breakup or navigating career changes, you’re bound to find meaningful prompts that foster healthy emotional habits.
Break the Cycle: A Guide to Healing Intergenerational Trauma
Dr. Mariel Buqué is a holistic practitioner and trauma-informed psychologist who trained at Columbia University. She’s the author behind this national bestselling book, teaching readers how to heal intergenerational trauma and pass down strength and resilience instead through simple therapeutic exercises and evidence-based research.
Enhance feminine care
Honey Pot
Bea Dixon is the founder of Honey Pot – a brand empowering women to enhance their feminine care with herbs. From intimate and period care products to postpartum and sexual wellness, this brand makes feminine hygiene feel effortless and approachable.
Wombilee
Menstrual pads just got an upgrade, say hello to Wombilee. This Black-owned brand uses organic cotton, zero toxins–like chlorines, pesticides, or dyes–and uses graphene, a thin steel-like material known for its positive health benefits, to design its pads. According to the website, graphene prevents itching around your naughty bits, suppresses bacterial growth, and supports metabolic and circulatory health.
Ruby Love
Your period should never get in your way. The solution: period-proof undies. Ruby Love was born as an answer to the ups and downs many women face when “Aunt Flo” arrives. Using a five-layer system, these panties use discreet technology to provide optimal comfort, absorbent material, an odor-resistant layer, and a leak-proof barrier. Beyond underwear, they also have swimwear, sleepwear, and activewear.
Products for healthy hair
Donna’s Recipe
Tabitha Brown is the founder of this oooh, so sweet-smelling hair line, meant to strengthen and lengthen your hair. What’s her sweet secret ingredient, you ask? It’s sweet potatoes. This vegetable is packed with biotin, a well-known nutrient that supports hair growth. The products are vegan, sulfate-free, and made with only clean ingredients. Give the moisturizing shampoo a whirl, or try the leave-in conditioner for extra-creamy, well-defined curls.
Kinkistry
Looking to embrace your natural hair? Then you’ll want to check out Kinkistry—a company dedicated to ending texture-ism and creating a more inclusive beauty industry. Their motto, “no curl left behind”, means every curl deserves the right to shine and claim its power. Here you’ll find wigs, kinky clip-ins, ponytails, shampoos, and much more.
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