5 Women-Owned Beauty Brands to Discover This Women’s History Month
March is a time to recognise the achievements of women across every industry, as well as the important women in your own lives who inspire, uplift, shape and support us every day.
In beauty, women have long been the driving force behind trends, shaping innovation and culture, but they haven’t always received the credit they deserve.
Today, many female founders are changing that narrative, building brands from the grassroots that prioritise quality, education, inclusivity, innovation and community.
To celebrate Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day, we’re taking a moment to spotlight five women-owned brands shaping the hair and beauty industry today, all available at Kiyo Beauty.
Bounce Curl
Founded by Merian Odesho in 2015, Bounce Curl is a woman-owned brand that focuses on cultural heritage and innovation. Known for the Bounce Curl brush, one of our best-selling products, the brand has become a favourite amongst those looking to achieve curl definition, volume and long-lasting curls.
Bounce Curl stands out to our Kiyo Beauty shoppers for its clean, science-led products that truly cater for every curl type - from waves to the most coily hair types. And it’s also a standout women-founded brand, blending natural ingredients with innovative formulas to help people embrace their natural textures.
Camille Rose Naturals
Camille Rose Naturals is a black-owned, female-founded brand that has been making its mark on the beauty industry since 2011. Janell Stephens, Camille Rose Naturals’s founder, prioritises natural, botanical ingredients in her formulas, with the belief ‘And that passion stems from the mantra that whatever goes on your body, should be good enough to go in it.’
A favourite amongst Camille Rose products is the curl maker, a curl-defining gel that promises frizz-free, bouncy curls.
Why support a brand like Camille Rose Naturals?
● The brand is known for using natural, plant-based ingredients like marshmallow root and aloe vera, which nourish and strengthen your strands.
● They are designed to suit all curl types, ensuring shine and providing moisture.
● The products are clean and conscious, free from silicones and other harsh synthetic ingredients.
Trepadora
Trepadora is a British, women-founded beauty brand created by Keisha Jo Lawler, focused on making premium curlcare products accessible.
Their vegan, plant-based formulations, including nourishing Inca Inchi Oil, reduce frizz, strengthen strands and encourage hair growth.
As we celebrate Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day 2026, Trepadora is a shining example of women supporting women in the beauty industry. More than just a trendy brand, this female-founded beauty line combines sustainability with a skincare-inspired approach, delivering consistent wash day results.
Discover Trepadora at Kiyo Beauty.
Rizos Curls
Rizos Curls is a Latina‑founded beauty brand built from a deeply personal journey of curl empowerment. Founded by Julissa Prado, the brand began in 2017, after years of spending her money on products that did not work for her. So Rizos Curls was born out of necessity, a great need for quality products, made with natural ingredients that worked for all curl types, ‘from my Tia's coily strands to my sister's loose waves.’
As we honour Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day 2026, Rizos Curls stands as a powerful example of the impact of female entrepreneurs in beauty. From beautiful, sustainable packaging to formulas that enhance curl definition and volume, the brand consistently makes waves in the haircare industry. One of their hero products is the Rizos Curls Strong Hold Gel, which delivers long-lasting hold while maintaining softness and shine.
Kitsch
Kitsch is a women-founded beauty brand and a favourite for its accessories, hair tools, satin pillowcases, and haircare products. Another Latina-founded haircare brand, Kitsch was launched in 2010 by Cassandra Morales Thurswell, starting with handmade hair ties and growing into a globally recognised brand, including at our Kiyo Beauty store.
Designed to make everyday beauty routines easier and more enjoyable, so every person can ‘get on with the day.’
Kitsch exemplifies how female entrepreneurs in beauty create products that empower and inspire. So if you are looking for products that are sustainable, suit all hair types and budgets - check out Kitsch, the beauty brand that embraces selfcare and confidence.
Celebrating the Women Shaping Beauty
Supporting female-founded beauty brands is more than shopping, it’s celebrating the creativity, innovation and vision of women entrepreneurs in beauty. We don’t need special days to practice women supporting women, and yet this International Women’s Day 2026 is a wonderful reminder of the incredible gifts these brands bring. They are reshaping the way we think about hair and selfcare, offering premium products that empower, uplift and truly deliver on their claims.
This Women’s History Month, take a moment to discover, celebrate and support the women behind these brands.
And don’t forget to treat yourself to the best products from our favourite women-powered brands.
