Buying Black-Owned
This is the time to put our money where our mouth is, and you’ll be surprised how easy it is to find Black-Owned businesses for stuff you already buy. I’m trying to be more intentional about the products I bring into my house and getting them from Black-Owned businesses. Since I’ve created product lists in the past, I will slowly update them to give Black-Owned options as well. We’re getting used to seeing Black-Owned clothing brands and hair care lines. But guess what? Everything from toilet paper to cleaning supplies is available from a Black-Owned company and it’s just a quick search away. Many of these brands are even available at major retailers where we already shop.
Black-Owned at Home
Cleaning Supplies and Detergents
Bedding and Textiles
Justina Blakeney / @justinablakeneyhome / @thejungalow
Bolé Road Textiles / @boleroadtextiles
Robin Wilson Home / @robinwilsonhome
Decor
Jungalow Home Goods / @thejungalow
Domain by Laura Hodges Studio / @laurahodgesstudio
Exhibition SubSahara / @expeditionsubsahara
CLARE Interior Paint! / @clarepaint
Ellen Gibson Designs / @gibsonelle
Mitchell Black / @mitchell__black
Art Work
Cristina Martinez / @Sew_Trill
Malene Barnett / @malene.barnett
Candles
KintsugiCandleCo. / @kintsugicandleco
GoodnightDarlingCo. / @goodnightdarlingco
Denniston House / @dennistonhouse
Black-Owned Personal Care
Hair Care
Camille Rose / @camillerosenaturals
Mielle Organics / @mielleorganics
Aunt Jackie’s / @auntjackiescurlsandcoils
OrganicGrowHairCo / @organigrowhairco
Naturalicious / @naturalicious_beauty
Make Up
Mented Cosmetics / @mentedcosmetics
Danessa Myricks Beauty / @danessa_myricks
Pat McGrath Labs / @patmcgrathreal
Sunscreen
Black Girl Sunscreen / @blackgirlsunscreen
Body Care
Deodorant
Nubian Heritage / @nubianheritage
Garner’s Garden / @garnersgarden
Toilet Paper
Oral Health
Dirt Don’t Hurt / @dirtdonthurtme
Feels Good to Smile / @smilenaturalproducts
Feminine Hygiene
The Honey Pot / @thehoneypotco
Clothing and Accessory Brands
Nubian Skin Lingerie / @nubianskin
Cherry Blossom Intimates / @cherryblossomintimates
Atelier APL Accessories / @Atelier.APL
Love Cortnie Bags / @cortnieelizabeth
Mens
Black-Owned Father’s Day Gift Ideas
Black-Owned Miscellaneous
Banking
[Save, Access capital and Build credit]
Food & Drink
Blk & Bold Coffe and Tea / @blkandbold
Adjourn Teahouse / @adjournteahouse
Cooking Seasonings
Chef Curl Ardee / @chefcurlardee
Books
Black Pearl Books / @blackpearlbooks
Cafe con Libros Bookstore / @cafeconlibros_bk
Travel
Salamander Resorts / @salamanderresort
Up In the Air Life / @upintheairlife
Black-Owned Platforms
Hopefully this list will help you get started on your search. I encourage you to find simple ways like this to add Black-Owned products into your life. Because, if we really want to support Black people and Black companies, we have to Buy Black! To get started, you can take a few steps in your daily routine. First, make a list of products you use at home. Next, challenge yourself to find an alternative from a Black-Owned business. Lastly, commit to buying that product even if it is a few dollars more expensive or a little more challenging to get. Note: This list is by no means exhaustive – please, please, please add onto it! Comment below Black-Owned businesses that deserve our attention or even reviews as you explore these ones.
For more, visit Official Black Wall Street and Minority Report.
*One very useful tool for buying from Black-Owned businesses is the Minority Report. Not only do they highlight Black brands, but they also review products to help you make smart consumer choices.
