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Breathe in….and out….now repeat. It’s National Relaxation Day and what better way to celebrate than with items that are perfect for your home and your beauty routine. We rounded up 5 must-have items from Black-owned female companies that will help you create an at-home spa experience and relax from even the most stressful of days.
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Nyakio Beauty was founded by Nyakio Grieco. This Black, woman-owned brand created this overnight mask that is hydrating and soothing. Nyakio learned about the benefits of chamomile in one’s skincare regime while studying in Ancient Egypt. She’s bringing Cleopatra’s archived beauty secrets to the masses and we are here for it!
This multi-use body oil is derived from the moringa tree. This tree is considered the “miracle tree” in Ghana due to its properties. The leaves have more vitamin A than carrots, more calcium than milk, more protein than eggs, and more iron than spinach. The oil seeds are rich in anti-oxidants and moisturizing agents, making it one of the best cosmetic oils out there. Imagine the wonders it can do for your skin and hair! The best part is the company, founded by college friends, Emily and Kwami, are serving over 3,000 farming families and they have increased the farmers’ incomes by 10x. See? You’re starting to relax already from all the good you are doing with this purchase.
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Jacq’s Organics, co-founded by Barbara Jacq and her husband is an organic skincare line that guarantees the “Dirty 30” will never be found in their products. If that isn’t relaxing enough, we love their Healing Face Cleanser ($20.00, JacqsOrganics.com) that dissolves dirt, makeup, and impurities on the skin. It contains amino acids, healing moringa extract and conditioning Vitamin B3 for a facial cleanser that is soothing and gets rid of dirt and grime.
