Six Indigenous Brands You Can Support Right Now
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As we begin Indigenous History Month, we are celebrating the beauty and richness of Indigenous culture by sharing Indigenous-owned brands from across Canada that incorporate traditional practices in their products. Supporting these brands not only helps their businesses flourish and create jobs, but their environmentally-friendly practices help us work towards a more sustainable future, something we should all care about. Get your wallet ready to support these brands today and beyond and get ready to learn more about Indigenous culture in the process.
Yukon Soaps Company
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Yukon Soaps out of the small town of Mayo, Yukon is a one stop shop for all things self-care and wellness. They create beautiful, hand-crafted soaps, shampoo bars, oils, grooming products, and much more. Their soaps feature the beadwork of Indigenous artisans, giving you a one of a kind product. Their ingredients help treat a number of skin concerns, including acne, dry skin, and eczema. If you can’t choose, their website has a sample pack that lets you try all the delicious scents you want!
Owner Joella Hogan is dedicated to giving back to the community, providing workshops and employment opportunities to youth and elders, so you can be sure your purchase will be contributing to a worthy cause.
Cheekbone Beauty
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Upgrade your makeup collection with Cheekbone Beauty’s high quality lipsticks, eyeliners, and contour and highlight palettes. Cheekbone Beauty aims to address the educational funding gap and create a space where Indigenous youth feel represented. They have several initiatives worth supporting, such as donating one SUSTAIN lipstick to Indigenous youth for every SUSTAIN lipstick purchase. These lipsticks deliver a lightweight and hydrating formula that lasts all day long.
The company is also working towards zero-waste goals for 2023. So, you can now look stunning while you support Indigenous education and environmental sustainability.
Satya Organic Skin Care
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If you’re looking to soothe your skin with some natural products, Satya’s got you covered! Made from just five ingredients, their organic products will help with eczema and inflammation without the use of topical steroids.
Patrice started this company while looking for a solution for her own daughter, who suffered with eczema, and has now helped thousands.
Sisters Sage
If one wasn’t enough, here’s another hand-crafted wellness product shop.
One of their best-selling products is the smokeless smudge. Smudging is an Indigenous practice that involves the burning of sacred herbs or resins. It’s used as a way to purify the body and soul. This smokeless alternative was created out of necessity, since the owners were unable to smudge at home because of the smoke. Now, you can use this spray to create a calming aura wherever you are!
They also have soaps, bath bombs, and medicinal salves, all made with traditional Indigenous ingredients.
Sḵwálwen Botanicals
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One look at Leigh’s beautifully crafted products makes you want to have a spa day. This plant-based skincare line blends botany with Squamish tradition. Their products are gentle on the skin, perfect for those with sensitivities.
Bath salts, body oils, serums, and anything you can think of to build your skincare routine.
Mother Earth Essentials
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Founder Carrie Armstrong’s dedication to sharing her culture and respecting the environment is very clear. Mother Earth Essentials handmade soaps and soy candles are almost too pretty to use, and their essential oils and sprays are staple pieces for anyone looking for aromatherapy.
If you are an Indigenous-owned brand, we would love to work with you and style our clients with your creations! Consider joining our brand partnership program.