From innovative formulas to thoughtful ingredients, a new wave of beauty brands is reshaping our routines. These under-the-radar brands aren’t just creating products—they’re reimagining how we approach skin, hair, body and wellness. Ahead, 18 unique beauty brands worth discovering now.
Arey Grey
This innovative hair-care line targets gray hair through formulations designed to reverse or prevent the graying process.
What to try: To The Root ($55), a serum which uses clinically effective ingredients to preserve hair’s natural color and help repigment greying strands.
DEINDE
This hyper focused skin-care brand has its sights set on treating and preventing inflammaging—inflammation-induced aging—via targeted formulations.
What to try: Barrier Building Moisture Cream ($64), the brand’s latest launch, nourishes and protects compromised skin throughout the day.
Donna’s Recipe
Using whole food ingredients, Donna’s Recipe, founded by Tabitha Brown, crafts accessible products to support natural hair health.
What to try: Sweet Potato Pie Extra Creamy Leave-In Conditioner ($16), a top-rated formula loved for its ability to leave “hair hydrated and silky soft.”
Dossier
Dossier creates original buzz-worthy fragrances and affordable scents inspired by luxury perfume houses, offering budget-friendly alternatives to high-end options.
What to try: Ambery Saffron ($49), one of the brand’s best-sellers, inspired by Maison Francis Kurkdjian’s iconic Baccarat Rouge 540.
EADEM
This groundbreaking skin-care line develops solutions specifically formulated for melanated skin, effectively targeting common concerns like hyperpigmentation and post-acne marks.
What to try: Milk Marvel Dark Spot Serum ($68), a hyperpigmentation-busting formula packed with niacinamide and vitamin C.
Filterbaby
Offering water filters for your sink and shower, Filterbaby is committed to improving skin and hair health through specialized purification technology that lasts.
What to try: Filterbaby Pro x Dr. Dorfman Aluminum Titanium Shower Filter ($129), an easy-to-install filter co-developed with a hair-restoration surgeon for results you can count on.
Iris&Romeo
A hybrid makeup and skin-care line created specifically for skin over 40, every product from this fan-favored line combines beauty with skin nourishment.
What to try: The brand’s cult-classic Best Skin Days ($48). Once you try the 5-in-1 foundation “replacement,” you won’t go back.
LALAIS
Got slick skin? This luxurious collection of skin-care products addresses the specific needs of oily skin types.
What to try: The Blotting Compact ($48), the ultimate solution for a hypoallergenic touch-up on the go.
Furtuna Skin
Drawing from its own family farm’s regenerative agriculture practices, this luxury skin-care brand creates potent formulations you can feel good about.
What to try: The celeb-loved Biphase Moisturizing Oil ($225), which combines vitamin C with natural oils for a supermodel glow.
Luna Daily
Dermatologist and gynecologist-approved body-care products that provide comprehensive feminine hygiene solutions.
What to try: The Mini Everywhere Spray-to-Wipe ($12), a pocket-sized body cleanser spray safe for all skin, even intimate areas, for freshness on the go.
LYMA
An edited line of better-skin tools, including a clinical-grade at-home laser device, supplements and pre- and post-laser essentials.
What to try: The LYMA Laser ($2,695), the first FDA-cleared device approved for at-home use and zero downtime.
Mad Rabbit
Offering a range of non-toxic tattoo-care, these products help maintain vibrancy in both new and existing tattoos.
What to try: The Tattoo Balm & Aftercare Cream ($19)—it has more than 18K near-perfect reviews on Amazon for a reason.
Make Time Wellness
Co-founded by Emma Heming Willis, this holistic wellness brand delivers comprehensive solutions targeting both cognitive and physical health for women.
What to try: Make Time For Brain, Body and Beauty ($50), an all-in-one powder that covers all your bases thanks to ingredients like MCTs, Omega-3, acetyl-L-carnitine and curcumin.
MARIN Skincare
Two eczema sufferers founded this skin-care line using glycoprotein from lobsters as a key ingredient for calmer, healthier skin.
What to try: The brand’s first and best-selling product, Soothing Hydration Cream ($35). It hydrates and calms dry, stressed and damaged skin everywhere.
Provence Beauty
Inspired by French beauty rituals, Provence Beauty creates luxurious yet affordable skin care—everything’s under $25.
What to try: Daydream Cream ($20), an adaptogen-rich moisturizer that hydrates and plumps skin with ashwagandha, vegan collagen and immortal flower extract.
Wonderbelly
Wonderbelly offers natural digestive health solutions that pair clean formulations with the same active ingredients found in leading brands.
What to try: The Antacid ($12). It offers quick relief from heartburn and indigestion via yummy flavors like strawberry milkshake and lemon sorbet.
The Rootist
Scalp and root health take center stage with this buzzy brand’s proprietary Rootbiomic Ferment technology.
What to try: BioBrew Fermented Leave-in Hair Serum for Damage Repair ($48). According to the brand, it’s clinically shown to control frizz, boost shine, protect from heat and repair damage for up to 3x stronger hair in just one use. Seriously.
Stripes Beauty
Co-founded by Naomi Watts, this menopausal skin-care line works to destigmatize “the change” while addressing specific skin, hair and body needs.
What to try: Vag of Honor ($50), a best-seller because of its soothing, nourishing formula that supports vaginal health and comfort.