Every year, Pride Month rolls around, and suddenly, every beauty brand has a rainbow theme. However, Pride and LGBTQIA+ rights don’t matter only in June; they’re important every single day. Luckily, there are several LGBTQIA+ beauty brands that support queer rights all year long.
Whether it is skincare or makeup products, there is an LGBTQIA+ beauty brand that fulfills your needs. This Pride Month, don’t just sport rainbow T-shirts; support actual queer folks with your valuable dollars. Here are six LGBTQIA+ beauty brands to shop with!
1. Trixie Cosmetics
You may know Trixie as a contestant and winner of “RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars” Season 3. However, since her time on the show, Trixie Mattel (she/her in drag) has created an empire for herself. She most recognizably founded her self-named makeup brand, “Trixie Cosmetics.”
When it comes to makeup products, Trixie Cosmetics sells everything you can think of. The brand offers brushes, makeup bags, eyeshadow, blush, lip gloss, and more! Additionally, Trixie Cosmetics is cruelty-free.
2. JVN Hair
After gaining popularity for his gorgeous hair on the popular makeover show “Queer Eye,” Jonathan Van Ness (he/him) decided to help others achieve hair like his. According to Kill magazine, JVN Hair is a sustainable, vegan, cruelty-free, and inclusive haircare brand that cares for the health of everyone’s hair. Wherever your hair falls on the texture spectrum, there is something for you!
3. About-Face
If you are looking for a makeup brand that prioritizes color, look no further than About-Face! The brand was founded by pop singer Halsey (she/they) in 2021. About-Face is known for its vibrant color choices and heavily pigmented products, making them perfect for everyone — regardless of skin tone.
4. SNIF Fragrances
When it comes to your beauty routine, you cannot forget about adding a fragrance! Snif Fragrances is a clean and genderless brand that offers a wide array of products your nose will love. In addition to fragrances, the brand offers candles, laundry detergents, and scent boosters.
Snif Fragrances was founded by Phil Riportella and Bryan Edwards. Their goal in creating the brand was to develop simplified, accessible, and affordable fragrances. They also offer a try-before-you-buy program that allows you to get a whiff of the fragrances before making a commitment.
5. Common Heir
You may not know it, but you probably already own something from Angela Ubias (she/her). Ubias, a lesbian woman, is a pioneer in clean beauty products, creating several products for major skincare brands. In 2020, she decided to go into business with Cary Lin, who has significant experience in clean beauty, and created Common Heir.
Common Heir offers sustainable, vegan, cruelty-free, plastic-free products in biodegradable packaging. The brand currently offers an array of serums for various skin types.
6. Kaleidoscope Hair
If you are looking for Black LGBTQIA+ beauty brands, consider Kaleidoscope Hair products. Long before she was dating rapper Da Brat, Jessica Dupart was helping women grow long and healthy hair. Kaleidoscope Hair offers one of the most popular hair growth systems on the market with its Miracle Hair Drops. The brand also offers shampoos, conditioners, and other standard haircare products.
Supporting LGBTQIA+ beauty brands is important during Pride Month and every month of the year. Next time you need to replace a product, consider shopping with one of these brands!
Which LGBTQIA+ beauty brand will you be trying? Let us know in the comments below.
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