afro-vegan beauty is a wellness platform created to share more knowledge about plant-based living, self-care and conscious consumption.
Experience the mindful approach of our brand as we connect you with experts who bring plant wisdom, cosmetic guidance, and community. Afro-Vegan Beauty is also home of The Mothership, offering products and live activations to elevate each other so we are all walking in our purpose with intention and strength.
Our DNA
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At Afro-Vegan Beauty, we believe in ritualistic practices that bring you closer to nature. Our mindful approach ensures that you can buy and consume essential products with confidence and peace of mind.
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We hold our rituals and heritage in high esteem while delivering content that reflects our roots and glory. By spot lighting black-owned businesses we aim to encourage the circulation of the black dollar and mindful consumption.
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This is a space of non-judgmental expansion covering all things plant-based including recipes, gardening and remedies.
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Melanated skin and textured hair is our super power and requires intentional care. Let us guide you through the proper maintenance including hair care, skin care and cosmetic literacy.
Kaori Nik
International beauty and special effects artist, Kaori Nik, has been a licensed cosmetologist in the industry for over 15 years and holds a wide range of skills from natural hair care and makeup to special effects and art direction. Her client history includes Naomi Campbell to Olympic swimmer Simone Manuel and events such as New York Fashion Week, The Oscars, The Golden Globes, The Grammys and more. In 2019 Kaori launched Afro-Vegan Beauty, an online wellness platform helping people explore plant-based living and cosmetic literacy while supporting black owned businesses. Species: Afro-Alien
Home Planet: South side Chicago
“I wanted to create a judgement-free zone where vegans, non-vegans and everyone in between can learn more about wellness, beauty and the power of community.” -Kaori
BLKFANTASTY is a photo series presents a futuristic interpretation of four West African deities by Kaori Nik.
Drawing inspiration from the rich tapestry of ancestral knowledge passed down through generations, we honor and celebrate Anyawu, Yemaya, Aja and Oya. Here we recognize the profound connection between our past, present, and future.
Offerings
Cheese Wisely was created to help you navigate dairy-free cheese. Addressing all your questions about what vegan cheese is made from, what brands are best and the most accessible, and how to make some of your favorite cheese dishes at home.
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AVB Artistry
We take pride in uplifting small businesses and ethical products by using vegan friendly and cruelty-free beauty brands; taking our creativity to the next level.
AVB Portfolio
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Mindful
Resources
Cosmetic Library
Safe and effective ingredients
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An exfoliant smoothing fine lines and surface wrinkles, improving skin texture and tone, unblocking and cleansing pores. Improving skin condition in general and reduce signs of aging. Also listed as citric acid
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Effective in reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and improving overall skin texture, without the occasional irritation associated with the use of Alpha hydroxy Acids. May be listed as salicylic acid, beta hydroxybutanoic acid, tropic acid or trethocanic acid.
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A humectant, a type of moisturizing agent that pulls water into the outer layer of your skin from deeper levels of your skin and the air. Commonly made from pig fat so be sure its vegetable glycerin
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Used in moisturizing creams, lotions, ointments and serums.fortifies the skin's natural barriers to help lock moisture in for an even more dramatic hydrating effect, It makes your skin flexible. Hyaluronic acid helps skin stretch and flex and reduces skin wrinkles and lines. Hyaluronic acid is also proven to help wounds heal faster and can reduce scarring.
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Preservatives may be used in cosmetics to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria and mold. Product ingredient labels typically list more than one paraben in a product, and parabens are often used in combination with other types of preservatives to better protect against a broad range of microorganisms.
Cosmetic Library
Unsafe and potentially harmful ingredients
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a known irritant in cosmetics is widely understood to cause allergic skin reactions and rashes.
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commonly used in other products, such as shampoos, shower gels, shaving creams, and body lotions. Even some products labeled “unscented” may contain fragrance ingredients. The law does not require FDA approval before they go on the market
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often found in cosmetics such as hair glue, face and body paint, eyeliner, and eyelash glue rubber latex. Natural latex is a milky fluid that contains extremely small particles of rubber that comes from plants. Sensitivity to latex may develop over time, especially for people who are often exposed to it.
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These two parabens have been linked to stronger estrogenic activity and hormone-related issues.
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used as a plasticizer in products such as nail polishes, hair sprays and as a fixative in fragrances. In the body, phthalates induce significant endocrine disruption.
Black Beauty Directory
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Bolden USA
Black Girl Sunscreen
Buttah Skin
Nola Skin Essentials
Base Butter
Jacq’s Organic
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Sienna Naturals
Donna’s Recipe
Melanin haircare
Uncle Funky Daughter
OBIA Naturals
Girl + Hair
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Mented Cosmetics
LYS Beauty
Beauty Bakery
The Lip Bar
Danessa Myrics Beauty
The Mothership
Video Log
Plant-Based Food x Beauty
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