50 Latinx-Owned Businesses to Support
Intū Rituals
Vegan CBD products that are sun-grown and pesticide-free are owned by Latinx couple Bolivian Valeria Hinojosa and Colombian Santiago Rodriguez Tarditi. Choose from CBD oil and pre-rolls as well as an eco-conscious rechargeable electric lighter. Intū Rituals uses compostable and plastic-free packaging. Our recommendation? Intū CBD Oil (85ml), $105.00.
Upful Blends
Organic, wildcrafted, and ethically grown tea blends and supplements owned by Afro-Puerto Rican Chantel Robertson. Upful Blends partners with Indigenous tribes in Africa and South America to build wells, plant trees, and develop an ecological curriculum. Our recommendation? Reishi Powder, $25.99.
XIO by Ylette
Cuban-American Ylette Luis’ unique jewelry line has many personalized pieces inspired by astrology. The monthly jewelry subscription (sterling silver or gold-dipped) requires no swaps or returns because subscribers keep all the gorgeous pieces they receive. Our recommendation? Monthly XIO bag, $60.
Nopalera
Mexican-American Sandra Velasquez utilizes Mexican botanicals for soothing bath and body products that are vegan, cruelty-free, and palm oil-free. Our recommendation? Moisturizing Botanical Bar, $30.
Tampon Tribe
Gaby Alves is the Brazilian-American founder of Tampon Tribe, a period product brand that’s 100% plastic-free (including packaging). Tampon Tribe subscription boxes contain tampons, pads, liners. The brand also sells silicone-free, medical-grade menstrual cups and The Ashers silver-infused, antibacterial, and organic period undies. Our recommendation? High Luxe, $44.
Make & Mary
Mexican-American Yvonne Perez Emerson has been turning towards ancestral plant-based medicine and crafting folk remedies for over 20 years. Her shop in Portland, Oregon sells an array of products including her brand tinctures, salves, and natural beauty products from her brand Make & Mary made in-house and infused with CBD. Our recommendation? Calm Personal Diffuser, $22.
Shocks of Love
Cruelty-free genderless aromatherapy fragrances by Colombian Juan Felipe Rendon. Woo-Woo Me is woody, earthy, and slightly sweet with notes of sandalwood, palo santo, and gardenia. Our recommendation? Woo-Woo Me, $65.
BloomsyBox
Colombian Juan Palacio’s floral subscription, BloomsyBox, allows shoppers to choose from a selection of fresh, handpicked floral bouquets from sustainable flower farms around the globe. Our recommendation? Bloomsy Original, $44.99 monthly.
Vara Wines
Mexican-American Xavier Zamarripa is making unique American wines and spirits at his distillery in New Mexico with heirloom grapes and other elevated ingredients. Our recommendation? Vina Cardinal NM aperitif wine, $32.
Cure
The only women-owned powder electrolyte brand is led by Peruvian Lauren Picasso. The all-natural, no-sugar-added electrolyte drinks and teas are vegan, non-GMO, and cruelty-free. Cure replenishes minerals like sodium, potassium, and magnesium that water alone can’t provide. Our recommendation? Variety Pack, $41.98.
Tia Lupita Foods
Healthier renditions of authentic Mexican-inspired snacks made with simple, sustainable ingredients by Mexican Hector Saldivar. Our recommendation? Grain-free Cactus Tortilla, $8.99.
Lights Lacquer
Cuban-American Kathleen Fuentes’s vibrant nail polishes are cruelty-free, vegan, and seven-free. Our recommendation? The Sugar Shop-2021 Holiday Collectors Edition, $69.
Aromalief
Vegan pain relief products that moisturize and smell great are owned by Nicaraguan-American Annabel Mendez. Our recommendation? The Aromalief Day and Night Gift Set includes Energizing Ginger Orange lotion and Calming Lavender lotion (NO CBD or THC), $76.
Amame
Amame (meaning love me in Spanish) is a collection of USDA Organic Certified, cruelty-free skincare products created by Venezuelan-American Sasha LoPresti. Our recommendation? Organic Rosehip Moisturizing Body Serum, $55.
Siponey
A canned whiskey spritz honey-infused cocktail. Owner Puerto Rican Amanda Victoria partners with non-profit environmentalists who are striving to save the bees. Our recommendation? Siponey Royale 8 Pack, $39.99.
SKIN by jem
Mexican Jessica Monzalvo founded SKIN by jem, a vegan all-natural cruelty-free skin-care line inspired by Latinx ancestral remedies, to bring accessible skincare to folks with melanin-rich skin. Our recommendation? PAPAYA GLOW face oil, $38.
CasaQ
Artisanal hot chocolates from Mexican-American Darlene Sanchez Tenes. Our recommendation? Xocolatl, made with cocoa, cinnamon, vanilla, and slight spice, $11.99.
SOLOLI
Dominican-American Isabel Amigon’s stall at the Hudson Valley Farmers Market is now a vibrant online shop with handmade limited edition accessories, home décor, and more. Our recommendation? Mi Corazon Mas Amor T-shirt, $42.
Doña Vega Mezcal
Sonya Auvray Vega is a Mexican-American creating a modern take on traditional agave-based liquor, mezcal. Produced in a female-run farm that’s been operating for five generations, the mezcal is made in copper stills and produced in small quantities using traditional inherently sustainable methods. Our recommendation?Mezcal Tobalá, $129.99.
HOPE WEAR Clothing
Mexican-American Cathy Cardenas’ clothing line features inspiring messages and donates 10% of proceeds to various charities that support women, veterans, and accessible therapy. Our recommendation? Blessed Hooded Sweatshirt, $45.
Pretty Conscious
Plant-based hand-crafted skincare that moisturizes and heals sensitive and problematic skin with organic botanicals. Afro-Puerto Rican Charlene Miranda’s collection of vegan and cruelty-free bath and body care features recyclable packaging. Our recommendation? FLOR Face + Body Oil, $23.
Birdy Lashes
For vegan cruelty-free faux eyelashes look no further than Mexican-American Yasmin Maya’s 2-in-1 adhesive liquid eyeliners and a variety of high-quality false lashes. Our recommendation? Dream Lashes, $12.
Happy Gift Company
Mexican-American Barbara Chernyukhin couldn’t find ethically made and environmentally sound toys for infants and toddlers, so she decided to make them herself. Our recommendation? Gakki Musical Trio, $52.
Antedotum
CBD skincare was founded by Puerto Rican-Cuban Karina Perez-Marconi. Antedotum CBD vegan skincare products are made in the USA, organic, lab-tested, and cruelty-free. Our recommendation? Rescue Body Balm, 1000MG Antedotum® Hemp Complex, $85.
Hermoza
Luxury swimwear brand helmed by Mexican-Colombian-American Marisa De Lecce. The full coverage, figure-flattering one-piece swimsuits are comfortable and stylish in sizes 2-18 and feature 50+ protection against UV rays. Our recommendation? The Genevieve Swimsuit, $128.
Swoon
Cuban-American Cristina Ros Blankfein’s lemonade and iced tea are low-glycemic and use monk fruit as a sweetener making for a sugar-free flavor-filled beverage. Our recommendation? Swoon Lemonades and Ice Teas 12-Pack, $29.99
d’Francisco
Colombian Camila Montoya’s jewelry line is inspired by the biodiversity of her home to create beautiful pieces that in turn educate consumers on the importance of protecting and respecting the environment. The eco-conscious collection is created with 3D printing technology and recycled fine metals to reduce waste. Our recommendation? Fern Ring, $110.
Latinas Uprising
Latinas make up less than 2% of all U.S. attorneys so Mexican-Panamanian Nubia Batista created pieces to motivate Latinas to continue to study law and represent the Latinx community in court. Our recommendation? Justicia Hoodie, $32.
Passport Polish
Nicaraguan-Cuban-American Mari Brisco’s globally inspired nail polish collection is ten-free, cruelty-free, and vegan. Our recommendation? Cuba nail polish, $7.
(Re)SET Skincare
Brazilian Eza Borchardt’s (Re)SET Skincare offers luxury cosmeceuticals focused on cell turnover, wrinkles, fine lines, and hyperpigmentation. Our recommendation? No Way Sharpei, $109.
CicaLux
Scar care with melanated skin can be challenging so Mexican-American Michel Alvarez invented CicaLux Energized Scar Care. His patented smart wearable tech device helps old and new scars heal better from injuries, surgeries, and more. Our recommendation? CicaLux Energized Scar Care, $69.
FILLO’S Americas Made
If you’re looking for healthier beans and grains Cuban-Panamanian Daniel Caballero has your answer. His brand, FILLO’S Americas Made, is a shelf-stable brand of beans and grains seasoned with sofrito that can be microwaved without sacrificing any flavor. Our recommendation? Cuban Black Beans 10-pack, $29.99.
The Designing Chica
Guatemalan-Nicaraguan Susana Sanchez-Young creates stunning coloring books inspired by Latin America’s flora and fauna, and other books featuring powerful women of color. Our recommendation? Powerful Women Coloring Book, $13.99.
Siempre Viva Dolls
Mexican-American Gloria Toscano crafts handmade Latinx dolls so that Latinx children can feel represented in their toys. Our recommendation? ¡VIVA FRIDA! doll, $75.
Alamar Cosmetics
Cuban-American Gabriela Trujillo recently created a 13-piece collaboration with Disney’s newest animated film, Encanto, marking the first time in history Disney teamed up with an independent, Latina-owned makeup line for a theatrical release. Our recommendation? Encanto Eyeshadow Palette, $32.
Valdé Beauty
The former CMO of Sephora, Peruvian-American Margarita Arriagada, launched her own luxury collection of lip products that are refillable, vegan, and cruelty-free. Our recommendation? Valdé Armor + Refillable Lip Set, $199.
Second Wind
Ecuadorian-American fashion designer Karen Perez’s chic mask designs have been worn by notable Latinas including Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Jennifer Lopez. Our recommendation? The Tina Cotton Twill in Pink with 7mm Silver Chain, $60.
Stitch Lab
This Latin American fashion incubator was founded by Venezuelan Karina Rosendo. The online marketplace, Virtual Lab, features over 40 designers from Mexico, Colombia, the Dominican Republic, Peru, Venezuela, and more. Our recommendation? Sophia Bowl Cream, $80.
Kumiko Skincare
Cata Aguirre, a Chilean esthetician, founded a dermo-cosmetic skincare line that fuses together the principles of Japanese matcha and mesotherapy in conjunction with vector technology. Kumiko is elaborated with matcha and is paraben-free, cruelty-free, and gluten-free. Our recommendation? Matcha Intense Recovery Proteoglycans Plus, $116.
Bonita Fierce
Premium candles inspired by Latinx heritage created by Salvadoran-American Melissa Gallardo. The candles are made from soy, are toxin-free, and have FSC-certified wood wicks and eco-friendly packaging. Our recommendation? Cafecito Con Leche Candle, $25.
SunKissOrganics
Puerto Rican and Dominican Jessica Jade’s SunKissOrganics collection offers simple skincare routines specific to skin types. The organic and vegan ingredients used in the line are rooted in Afro-Latinx traditions such as papaya and aloe vera to clear acne, lighten dark spots, and protect sensitive skin. Our recommendation? Refine Overnight Retinol Kit, $89.99.
Hello Updo
Looking for a scrunchy that can accommodate and protect diverse hair textures? Dominican Magdaline Hurtado created Hello Updo specifically for you with several silk scrunchies in various sizes. Our recommendation? Biggish 02, $24.
The Worthy Company
Healthy meals are no longer a challenge to prepare thanks to Puerto Rican-Dominican Nydia Shipman’s Worthy Bowls. The plant-based sweet bowls packed with fruits and veggies are nutritious and delicious. Our recommendation? Variety 12-Pack, $46.99.
Daily Dose
Colombian David Perez has created a vegan leave-in conditioner for all hair types that’s free of parabens, palm oil, and SLS sulfates to combat frizz and protect against harmful UV rays. Our recommendation? Full size (8.5 oz) $24.95.
Selk’bag
Selk’bag CEO and co-founder Chilean Cristobal Murillo created wearable unisex sizing sleeping bags for adults and kids, made with 100% post-consumer recycled materials. Great for RV trips, stargazing, camping, outdoor dining, and more. Our recommendation? Adult Recycled Original, $189.
ETICA Denim
Mexican-American Agustin Ramirez founded his denim brand, ETICA, with a dedication to sustainability, fair labor, environmentally conscious manufacturing, and social responsibility. The jean products are crafted with premium fabrics and refined fits. Our recommendation? The Kingsley Jumpsuit, $178.
Te Lo Juro Collective
Argentinian Edith Gutierrez-Hawbaker’s fashion brand was recently featured on Netflix for her Mucho Mucho Amor collection that honors late Latinx legend, Walter Mercado. Twenty percent of sales are donated to nonprofits that strengthen and advance the Latinx community including Hispanic Federation Unidos, Urban Arts Partnership, and Latinas Contra Cancer. Our recommendation? Mucho Mucho Amor Tee, $30.
Terra Beauty Bars
Brazilian-American Fernanda Gomes offers sustainable nail and body products via her Terra Beauty Bars collection. Our recommendation? Floral Infusion Multitasking Oil, $26.
Chosen Foods
Chosen Foods is the mastermind of Mexican-American Gabriel Perez-Krieb who finds inspiration from his cultural heritage and cuisine to create avocado-based products. Our recommendation? 100% Pure Avocado Oil, $10.99.
Mixed Up Clothing
Afro-Mexican Sonia Smith Kang’s childrenswear brand, Mixed Up Clothing, offers mix and match clothing items that celebrate Latinx culture and language. Our recommendation? Girl’s Hola Track Set, $36. Next, best Latinx Hispanic Heritage Month books.
