Nine 100% Natural African Skin Care Brands We Love!!

The organic and natural skincare movement is thriving across the globe, and Africa prides itself with a host of natural skincare solutions from our ancestral roots. Today it’s exciting to see amazing brands from the continent getting the visibility and repute of many global brands. If you’re looking to rejig your skin care routine with some amazing botanicals, natural soaps and oils, here are a few must-try brands we absolutely love!!! [more to come]

Skin Gourmet (Ghana)

Founded by Violet Awo Amoabeng, Skin Gourmet offers a transformative approach to beauty and wellness with products crafted from the purest, sustainably sourced ingredients from the wilds of Ghana. While many of their skincare solutions are edible, all are guaranteed to be pure, innovative, and versatile. Each product is developed with the dual aim of empowering local communities and promoting environmental sustainability, making a positive impact both locally and globally.

Arami Essentials (Nigeria)

Arami Essentials began in 2016, nurtured by the vision of Ore Lawani. Arami takes its name from the Yoruba words for “my body,” a powerful reminder of the deep connection we cultivate with ourselves. Witnessing the gap in Africa’s representation within the global beauty sphere, Ore was driven to cultivate a movement that celebrates the continent’s rich heritage, putting Arami Essentials at the forefront of African (A) Beauty. They are inspired by the wisdom gleaned from generations of botanical knowledge and the holistic practices that have been passed down through time.

Suki Suki Naturals (South Africa)

Suki Suki Naturals was founded by Linda Gieskes-Mwamba to cater for her personal hair care needs, and those with similar hair textures to hers. Suki Suki Naturals’ mission is to extract a symphony of the very best natural ingredients from the African continent to create the highest quality clean haircare and skincare. Their goal is to offer people a sensory feast in personal care for the everyday with deeply caring natural rituals through potent formulations that celebrate the richness of African raw ingredients.

Organic Savannah (Kenya)

Organic Savanna started in 2016 as a way to empower local women and their families. Founded by Luke Kincaid, Organic Savanna is an impact driven skincare brand with a mission to empower people. Their story grew from the simple idea that products should not only be made well but also do good, and they want to give consumers the opportunity to shop responsibly. Their products are made by hand and created in small batches.

Nuya’s Essence (Zanzibar, Tanzania)

Nuya’s Essence was founded by Hellen Dausen at her parents’ backyard. Soap was her first creation in 2013. A former model, Miss Universe Tanzania and Forbes 30 under 30 (2019) has since then created a whole line of skincare products using simple and powerful botanical ingredients, connecting the dots between plants and Human life to promote healing, relaxation and overall wellness. They pride themselves in blending the highest quality oils, butters, spices and herbs to rejuvenate skin, relax body, mind & soul as well as center mood, and provide overall wellness.

The Natural Mums Company (Kenya)

Through Neha Parmer’s journey, into motherhood (amongst other things), The Natural Mums Company was born on the foundations of providing a natural, wholistic and healthy lifestyle for herself and her family. This passion has been transformed into an objective based around helping other like minded individuals seeking a healthy natural lifestyle for themselves and their family through our artisanal products. Their selective ingredients are ethically sourced and indigenous to the continent of Africa.

Naya by Africa (Ghana)

NAYA by Africa is an innovative Ghanaian brand founded by Nana Ama Yankah that sustainably transforms indigenous African plant oils and extracts such as Shea Butter, Baobab & Moringa Oils, and Black Soap into pampering aromatherapy bath & body care products, to share with the world. The brand’s core mission is to create a market for products made by women in rural communities and to be a brand that makes people’s lives better by sourcing and developing local resources to develop people, businesses, and communities.

Kweli Skin Organics (Uganda)

Kweli Skin Organics was birthed out after a 15-year long struggle with Eczema. After countless visits to doctors and dermatologists, founder Prim Karunga decided to turn to nature for a solution. Their products are derived from plants, flowers, herbs, extracts and nuts. Kweli’s company philosophy is that the only beauty & personal care products that should go on your skin should be 100% good enough to eat, non-toxic, organic & naturally derived. Kweli Skin Organics comes from the Swahili word meaning truth.  This is what their brand stands for True skin organics, from the earth. They also support & believe in small batches, fair trade, empowerment and community.

R&R Skincare (Ghana)

Founded by Valerie Obaze, R&R Skincare produces natural, plant-based skincare products made from shea butter and other African ingredients, emphasizing ethical sourcing and sustainability. Their mission is to unearth the ageless beauty of radiant, healthy skin with pure African-sourced ingredients. We inspire simple daily regimens that replenish all skin types. From tree to bottle, they meticulously oversee each phase of the production lifecycle, ensuring the highest quality for every item. As an essential aspect of R&R’s unwavering commitment to excellence, they conscientiously source raw materials from the women in the rural north of Ghana. 

Couture Tip: Beware of greenwashing… When selecting your natural skincare products, take the time to read the ingredients to ensure ALL elements in the product formulation are sourced from nature.