The Best Black-Owned Hair Brands to Support Year-Round

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It's almost hard to believe that there was a time when shelf space for the best Black-owned hair brands in drugstores and at larger retailers was extremely limited in the grand scheme of the beauty industry. Nowadays, Black-owned hair brands like Pattern by Tracee Ellis Ross, Bread Beauty Supply, Camille Rose, and more have continued to juggernaut, not just due to their inclusive product ranges, but also because their salon-level formulas are effective, and suitable for just about any hair type.

To make it simple to support well-known and emerging companies, we've curated a list of 36 of our favorites from some of the best Black-owned hair brands to upgrade your routine with the click of a button. Keep on reading to discover a new go-to shampoo, leave-in conditioner, mask, or hair growth serum worth adding to your daily routine.

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Curl Elixir Hair Primer

Helmed by Hannah Diop and co-owned by Insecure and Rap Sh!t creator Issa Rae, Sienna Naturals aims to create clean, plant-forward formulas for curly hair. Sienna Naturals's lightweight elixir works to clarify and moisturize between wash days, so you can use it on wet hair or as a refresh on dry curls.

Edge Control

"I really feel that people should have access to their most beautiful selves in their own bathrooms," actress Tracee Ellis Ross previously said when asked about her popular hair care brand Pattern. Its neroli, rose, and patchouli-scented edge control is a hit among Ulta shoppers, and makes it a breeze to slick down edges and avoid flyaways without worrying about breakage or dryness.

Ultra Chill Energizing & Cooling Serum

Scalp care is in: This energizing and cooling serum from actress Taraji P. Henson's brand TPH uses aloe, biotin and tea tree oil help soothe and fortify hair at the root, and nicely features an easy, tri-tip applicator.

Hair-Mask Deep Conditioner

Bread Beauty Supply took curly hair (and Sephora) by storm, thanks to its eco-friendly packaging and nose-pleasing scents. The brand's deep conditioning hair mask contains ingredients that pay homage to the founder's Australian roots, like kakadu plum, while delivering deep hydration. And did we mention it smells like Fruit Loops?

Multi-Use Softening Leave In Conditioner

Launched by OG natural hair vlogger Whitney White, you can find Melanin Hair Care's best-sellers lined on shelves at your local Sephora. This sulfate-free leave-in conditioner from the brand is filled with natural ingredients like bamboo extract, aloe vera, and hops extract, all of which are great for promoting moisture and adding shine. For the best results, leave it on for 30 minutes and rinse it out.

Nala Print Turban

Beginning its sales on Etsy in 2014, Grace Eleyae is now well-known for its functional yet stylish accessories, like this protective turban which retains hair moisture and prevents breakage.

Hair Boost

If you have ultra sensitive skin, this natural brand is for you. Nae Nae's was started by husband and wife duo Terrence and Nevadra (Nae Nae) Johnson, when they set out to create natural hair products that addressed their children's eczema. The brand's Hair Boost formula in particular is infused with shea butter and essential oils for thicker, moisturized hair.

Sucka Free Moisturizing Shampoo

Developed by a licensed cosmetologist, The Doux's eye-catching packaging stands out in a sea of neutral bottles and tubs, but its nourishing formulas make it worthy of any hair collection. This moisturizing shampoo uses shea butter, sea silk, and hibiscus to cleanse curls and coils without stripping them of moisture.

Curl Enhancing Mousse

Cornell McBride, Sr. launched Design Essentials in 1990 with the goal of infusing hair products with vitamins and proteins designed to promote hair movement and manageability. The brand's Natural Almond and Avocado Curl Enhancing Mousse is a lightweight, non-greasy formula that controls frizz while leaving a shiny finish behind.

Alpha Green Tea & Carrot Strengthening & Restorative Treatment Hair Mask

Products from The Mane Choice are infused with vitamins A, B, C, and E, plus nutrients like biotin, to strengthen dry, dull, and damaged hair of all textures. The Alpha Green Tea and Carrot mask works in 15 minutes under the dryer for with a plastic cap to improve hair's manageability and moisture up to twice a week.

Orange Marmalade Curl Definer Gel

Since 2015, Adria Marshall has created products for her haircare line Ecoslay. The brand was created with the idea of using ingredients that are good for you and also respect the environment. The Orange Marmalade Flax Seed and Aloe Curl Definer helps to retain curls while also controlling frizz.

Baomint Protect + Shine Oil Blend

"Adwoa Beauty was born out of my frustration by how we were being marketed to and how our packaging looks, not only by mainstream [companies] but by also, quite frankly, Black founders," founder Julian Addo previously told BAZAAR.com of the inspiration behind her coveted company. The brand's versatile Baomint Protect and Shine Oil Blend not only looks great on any countertop, but also contains are over 15 (!) different natural oils that not only smell divine, but soothe the scalp while boosting hair shine and moisture.

Detangling Leave-in Hair Conditioner

Actress Gabrielle Union and celebrity stylist Larry Sims co-created this moisturizing leave-in conditioner, among other care favorites, to detangle hair while boosting its moisture and shine. This leave-in's combination of Brazilian bacuri butter, coconut oil, biotin, shea butter, canola oil, and more play a key role in fortifying dry, dull hair.

Dominican Forbidden Oil

Lulu Cordero launched her brand Bomba Curls to better represent the beauty of curly hair, while literally bottling age-old Dominican beauty secrets for hair growth. The popular Dominican Forbidden Oil includes coffee oil, castor oil and black cumin oil to stimulate new growth, boost shine and create a healthy scalp environment.

Rapid Recovery Treatment

Miss Jessie's is one of the pioneers in the hair space of Black-owned beauty brands, partnering with Target to expand its reach in 2010. Its culty Rapid Recovery Treatment only needs ten minutes to work its restorative magic, with dry hair continuing to feel invigorated for days after use.

Refresh+ Biotin-Infused Hydrating Hair Milk

Since Girl and Hair was created by a board-certified dermatologist, it's no surprise that the brand is science-baked, and formulated with both skin- and hair care in mind. This top-rated hair milk uses a mix of aloe vera, biotin, and coconut water for daily hydration and long-term hair growth.

Blueberry Bliss Curl Control Jelly

Baked by celebrities like celebrities Halle Berry, Alicia Keys, and Nia Long, Curls creates products for wavy to textured hair types, including this buzzy styling jelly that's best used on damp hair to stop frizz before it starts.

Root Refresh Micellar Rinse with Apple Cider Vinegar

Created with fitness enthusiasts in mind, Sunday II Sunday's collection of hair essentials is ideal for the person who enjoys a regular tough workout. Think of its Root Refresh Micellar Rinse like an upgraded dry shampoo for curls. It features a blend of apple cider vinegar and micellar water to refresh your hair and scalp in-between wash days.

Satin Bonnet

Just like your favorite silk pillowcases, bonnets are a must to keep snags at bay while preserving ultimate hair hydration. Glow by Daye's founder Ranay Daye created her collection of silk bonnets to help women of color like herself have an easier time maintaining the health of their hair. All of her bonnets are made of charmeuse satin, are reversible and have a drawstring on the side for adjusting the bonnet to your preferred size.

Curl Love Moisture Milk

Launched by founder and CEO Janell Stephens in 2011, Camille Rose is a household name in hair care, prioritizing natural ingredient blends that encourage moisture retention. The vegan Curl Love Moisture Milk is one of the brand's best-sellers, and uses rice milk and macadamia oil to get hair its softest.

Too Slick Styling Cream

As its brand name suggests, this styling cream—and its full range of products—are especially ideal for 4C curl types. Just a quarter-sized amount of the brand's styling cream is enough to shape an afro, or perfect a few two-strand twists with ease.

Hair Dew Daily Quenching Hair Lotion

Jamyla Bennu developed Oyin Handmade in 2003 with the idea of developing moisture-rich essentials for head-to-toe hydration. Oyin's Hair Dew Daily Quenching Hair Lotion is perfect for smoothing hair follicles while helping to reduce breakage overtime.

Curly Curl Cream

Founder Taliah Waajid launched her namesake line of natural, chemical-free hair care products in the mid-nineties due to a lack of options for her client’s natural curls. And speaking of curls, this non-greasy herbal cream from the brand helps keep them defined without excess build-up.

Rose Water Curl Defining Mousse

This curl-shaping mousse from natural skin and hair brand tgin—or Thank God It's Natural—helps define hair and fight frizz without weighing it down or making it feel crunchy. In addition to Ulta, you can also find the brand's hair staples in retailers like Walmart, Target, Sally Beauty, and more.

Reconstructing Treatment Mask

Founded by Beyoncé Knowles Carter, Cécred is home to a wide range of products made for those with textured hair like this treatment mask. Whether you have experience damage from excess heat, color treatments, or chemical treatments, this mask features Bioactive Keratin Ferment which repairs damage and reduces breakage so you can have smooth, healthy strands.

The Hair Lab Anti-Frizz Shampoo & Conditioner Dose Set

The Hair Lab is home to hair care products for a variety of hair types and this Anti-Frizz Dose Set can help keep hair in place all day long. Whether it's humid outside or your hair is on the frizzier side, this set uses rice protein to provide long-lasting smoothness that can be added onto your your customized shampoo and conditioner order or purchased separately.

Knot On My Watch Instant Hair Detangling Therapy

Aunt Jackie's Curls and Coils is home to customized hair care regimens for different hair textures and needs. This detangler helps to get rid of unwanted knots and tangles with its shea butter and olive oil formula. Don't forget to join Aunt Jackie's Curl Clique community to connect with others and share hair tips and tricks with others.

Be Gentle, Be Kind Avocado + Kiwi Mega Moisture Superfoods Hair Mask

Founded by Nancy Twine, Briogeo is committed to creating hair care products for all hair types and textures. This superfood mask contains key ingredients such as avocado, kiwi, and spinach all of which provide antioxidant protection and nourishment to the hair. It's ideal for those with curly, coily, and dry hair as it's super hydrating and moisturizing.

Monoi Repairing Hair Mask

Carol's Daughter is a popular household name in the beauty space but it's for a good reason as they are formulated to revive, restore, and maintain hair of different types and textures. With key ingredients of coconut oil and bamboo juice, this hair mask strengthens and fortifies hair while improving the overall condition.

Casablanca Micro-Cotton Hair Towel Wrap

Add a towel wrap from Grace & Company to your collection so after the shower you have a place to put your hair without worrying about damage. The moisture-wicking microfiber helps dry hair without causing tangles and dryness. Plus, it's friction-free so frizz will stay on the back burner to keep your hair happy and healthy.

Growth Serum

CurlMix was featured on Shark Tank and has grown to become a hair care brand dedicated to helping curly haired folks maintain hair strength and hydration. This serum utilizes grapeseed oil to nourish and strengthen hair while minimizing breakage. It'll even leave your hair with a rich blackberry fragrance that will follow you all day long.

Rx Hair Oil

Add this hair oil from Righteous Roots to your collection when you're looking to grow out your hair. Made with a blend of essential oils (rosemary, jojoba, coconut, tea tree, peppermint, grapeseed), this oil can be applied directly to the scalp and massaged in a circular motion for longer than five minutes to stimulate hair growth.

Hydration Mist Spray Bottle

Curly and textured hair has a tendency to become dry quickly which can lead to breakage and tangles. Add this mist spray bottle to your hair care collection that can quickly hydrate hair without going overboard. Additionally, it's small enough to fit in a purse or bag so you can take it with you while traveling or on the go.

Rosemary Mint Scalp & Hair Strengthening Oil

Mielle was the target of viral attention this past year, but true fans have been using this line for years. Founded in 2014 by Monique Rodriguez, they're known for their strengthening hair growth products that work to prevent breakage. This scalp oil uses rosemary oil and mint oil to stimulate the scalp, improving blood flow and hair growth.

Haitian Black Castor Oil Goat + Coconut Growth Milk

Yve-Car Momperousse is the mastermind behind Black-owned haircare brand Kreyòl Essence. Each product in the collection features Haitian Black Castor Oil including this growth milk designed to soften, moisturize, and repair damaged and dry hair.

Daily Elixir Scalp Oil

Those with sensitive scalps may benefit from this scalp oil from Sienna Naturals. Made with lightweight oils and botanicals, this oil hydrates and conditions hair while simultaneously soothing the scalp. It can be used on protective styles and on both damaged and dry hair for optimal results.

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