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Black-Owned Brands + Organizations to Support This Juneteenth

by chirpyest June 17, 2022

In honor of Juneteenth, we rounded up some of our favorite black-owned brands and organizations to support. Also known as “Freedom Day,” Juneteenth celebrates the day slaves were freed two years after the Emancipation Proclamation in Galveston, Texas in 1866.

In 2020, Juneteeth was recognized as a federal holiday. Take the day to celebrate black brands, artists, authors, organizations, and more. The Chirpyest team has highlighted a few brands below to help get you started.

House of Aama

House of Aama was created by mother and daughter design duo, Rebecca Henry and Akua Shabaka. The brand explores the black experience by incorporating historical storytelling and nostalgic references.

Briogeo

We love everything about Nancy Twine’s hair brand. Its motto is celebrating everyone’s unique and natural beauty, providing products to help enhance that. With products for every hair type, you are sure to love Briogeo.

Scalp Revival Charcoal + Coconut Oil Micro-Exfoliating Shampoo

Curl Charisma Rice Amino + Avocado Leave-In Defining Crème

Golde

From smoothies to skincare, Golde is a brand that focuses on superfoods that can help make you feel your best. Both vegan-friendly and 100% natural, this is the perfect brand to support your lifestyle needs.

Brandon Blackwood

Brandon Blackwood is New York based accessories and goods company. In 2020 he designed an “End Systemic Racism” mini-tote that became popular. A portion of the proceeds from the bag was donated to the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law.

Mented

Designed to help women of color find their perfect nude shade, Mented was born after two women found it hard to find their shade of nude. Since then it has grown from lipsticks to blush and eyeshadows that you absolutely need.

black owned — Lipstick | Lip Liner | Lip Gloss

Brother Vellies

With the goal of creating one-of-a-kind pieces, founder of Brother Vellies keeps traditional African design practices when creating accessories. We find this brand is unique and something you need to add to your wardrobe.

Pat McGrath

As one of the most influential makeup artists, Pat McGrath has created one of the most prestigious and luxurious beauty brands to date. With popular items like her skin fetish foundation and luscious lipsticks, her brand is the perfect way to splurge on makeup.

Skin Fetish: Sublime Perfection Foundation | Skin Fetish: Sublime Perfection Concealer | Fetish Eyes Mascara | BlitzTrance Lipstick

Shop Accessories

Hat | Earrings | Headband
Ring | Bag | Sandal
Sandal | Skin Butter | Tote

Organizations to Support

dream defenders

building bridges, inc®

N AACP

growing home

black visions collective

therapy for black girls®

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Round-Up of Our Favorite Black-Owned Brands

by chirpyest February 17, 2022

In honor of African American Heritage month, we rounded up some of our favorite black owned brands. Taking a look at both beauty and fashion, we are highlighting black owned brands you need to know about if you don’t already.

Beauty

Briogeo

We love everything about Nancy Twine’s hair brand. Their motto is celebrating everyone’s unique and natural beauty, providing products to help enhance that. With products for every hair type you are sure to love Briogeo.

Scalp Revival Treatment | Don’t Despair, Repair Mask | Curl Charisma Mask | B. Well Castor Oil

Fenty

How could we not mention Queen Rihanna’s brand? The singer originally made this brand in attempt to fill a void for products lacking in shade range and undertones. Now it has taken over the beauty industry, and rightfully so with the number of bomb products they offer.

Golde

From smoothies to skincare, Golde is a brand that focuses on superfoods that can help make you feel your best. Both vegan friendly and 100% natural, this is the perfect brand to support for your lifestyle needs.

Mented

Pat McGrath

Fashion

Anima Iris

A newer high fashion brand that is a blend of modern and luxurious. The founder and Princeton graduate pulls inspiration from African elements such as the geometric shapes of Ghana’s kente, or palm oil reds of Cameroon’s traditional cloth.

Zaza | Zuri Lizard Embossed Leather Top Handle Bag | x REVOLVE Zaria | Large Zaza Snake Embossed Leather Handbag | Mini Zaria Denim Look Leather Top Handle Bag | Zaya Woven Leather Shoulder Bag

Brother Vellies

With the goal of creating one of a kind pieces, founder of Brother Vellies keeps traditional African design practices when creating accessories. We find this brand is unique and something you need to add to your wardrobe.

Ankle Tip Pump | Empire Platform Boot | Feather Ankle Tie Sandal | Tuesday Slide Sandal | Togo Slide Sandals | Aquarius Clogs

Farai London

With its debut collection taking over the world by storm, Farai London’s pieces have been worn by thousands including Kylie Jenner. Always colorful and full of designs, this brand is the definition of an “it girl”.

X REVOLVE Mona Midi Dress | Gaia Mini Dress | X REVOLVE Joelle Maxi Dress | Gaia Long Dress

Lemlem

A sustainable brand of resort wear, lemlem has a mission of preserving the local art of weaving in Ethiopia. With colorful and handcrafted patterns, be sure to pick out a few pieces for your next vacation.

Jikirti Plunge Neck Dress | x REVOLVE Mokati Swing Dress | Miriam Midi Dress

Nubyén

Founded by doctors and originally created beauty products, Nubyén has now expanded to athletic wear that we are obsessed with. Another wellness and lifestyle brand we think everyone should support.

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February 17, 2022 1 comment

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15 Haircare Items You Need for Healthier Hair

by chirpyest January 6, 2022

Let’s talk haircare! Maybe it’s a New Year’s resolution of yours to make your hair healthier this year. Not sure where to start? We have curated some of our top picks of hair products to help achieve that goal. From fine thin hair to thick curly hair we’ve got you covered. Shop for shampoo’s, hair masks and sprays. Protect, strengthen and hydrate your hair with one of these 15 haircare items below!

Fine Straight Hair

Medium Wavy Hair

Drybar Triple Sec-3-in-1 Finishing Spray

Thick Curly Hair

Shea Moisture Curl and Shine Coconut Shampoo

Briogeo Curl Charisma Rice Amino + Avocado Mask

For All Hair Types

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19 College Beauty Essentials For Every Dorm Room

by chirpyest August 5, 2021

Living in a dorm room can be tight, especially when you have loads of stuff. College beauty essentials should not be cut short on the list of things to condense. Luckily you don’t need to fill up all your draws with your beauty products. We’ve curated the best of the best of makeup, skincare, and hair care that every college girl needs.

Makeup

Less is more for the everyday college routine. Of course get full glam on weekends and nights out, but when it comes to everyday wear go for the natural look. Invest in a tinted moisturizer for sheer coverage, add any concealer that is needed. A swipe of neutral eyeshadow to look more awake for your 8 a.m. class. Add a flush of color to your cheeks with some blush. Finally top it off with some mascara and gloss to complete your effortless natural look.

1. Tinted Moisturizer

bareMinerals – TINTED MOISTURIZER – HYDRATING GEL CREAM BROAD SPECTRUM SPF 30

2. Concealer

3. Neutral Eyeshadow Palette

4. Blush

5. Mascara

6. Lip Gloss

Skincare

Skincare in college is super important, you are in a new environment with new elements that may break you out more than usual. Hectic class schedules, late nights wearing makeup, and most likely not the most nutritious diet can all lead to breakouts. While it may be hard on late nights, do not sleep with your makeup on. Clean the day off with a gentle cleanser, add any serums necessary for your skin type. Always moisturize to rehydrate your skin, and don’t forget your SPF during the day for added protection.

7. Makeup Remover

8. Gentle Cleanser

La Roche-Posay – Hydrating Gentle Cleanser

9. Serums

Glow Recipe – Avocado Ceramide Recovery Serum

10. Moisturizer

Ole Henriksen – Cold Plunge Pore Remedy Moisturizer

11. SPF

Hair Care

Much like skincare, your hair is also adjusting to new environments and stressors. Make sure your shower routine is filled with not only products suitable for your hair type, but also with clean ingredients. Make sure to gently brush your hair with one that won’t rip your hair out like a wet brush. College is notorious for hectic schedules so get some dry shampoo for those days where you are running around. Heat protectant and hairspray are must haves when styling your hair to ensure both health and longevity.

12. Clean Shampoo/Conditioner

13. Wet Brush

14. Dry Shampoo

15. Heat Protectant

16. Hairspray

Honorable Mentions

Other honorable beauty essentials are a perfume of your choice to create your signature scent. Along with a nail kit for any quick fixes you may need. Finally always have claw clips on hand for any updos.

17. Perfume

18. Nail Kit

19. Hair Clips

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