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During the course of a calendar year, ������ϲ�ͼ������’s editors learn about beauty products in a variety of ways, including visiting shops and spas, perusing vendor tables at events, scouring social media, and meeting entrepreneurs or company ambassadors in person or through phone or email introductions.

Here are some of the products we discovered — or were already fans of. Let us know about your business by emailing editorial@hourdetroit.com.

Geat Cosmetics

Detroit resident Lexi Allen, a Stellar Award-nominated gospel artist, founded the online beauty store GEAT Cosmetics in 2020 with a desire to provide highly pigmented, luxurious products for people of color. .

FaceFX by Phoebe Scott

Pheobe Scott, who has over 30 years of experience in cosmetology, founded Detroit- based beauty brand FaceFX by Pheobe Scott in 2019. On her website, you can find lashes, eyeshadow palettes, a book called Beat the Basics, and more. .

Phytoskin

Before owner Mary Hanna launched West Bloomfield-based Phytoskin in February 2024, it took three years of research and testing to develop the Barrier-Revive Elixir, which improves the skin’s natural barrier, fights against fine lines, and locks in moisture. .

The Little Flower Soap Co.

Established in 2010 by Chelsea- based husband-and-wife duo Justin and Holly Rutt, The Little Flower Soap Co. creates cold-process soap made with essential oils, botanicals, and minerals, as well as various types of skin care products, like bath and body oils. .

Rugged Beauty

This Milford-based nail polish brand, founded by Amy Burgdorf in 2019, offers long-lasting and quick-drying products. Its cruelty-free nail polish can be found in over 40 locations across Michigan, including Dancing Eye Gallery in Northville. .

Rustic Maka

Founded by Polish immigrant sisters Kasia Rothe and Monica Stakvel in 2014, Rustic Maka is a beauty brand based in Novi that offers award-winning products, such as its New Dawn natural deodorant, made with organic coconut oil, magnesium hydroxide, vitamin E, and more. .

Detroit Rose

Elaine Stojcevski assumed ownership of Detroit Rose, which was founded in 2016 by Deirdre Skiles, in 2019. The company offers skin care products handcrafted in Detroit that are free from synthetics and parabens, like its Aphrodite Face Oil. Its products can be found online or locally at places like City Bird and Eugenie. .

The Lip Bar

This vegan and cruelty-free beauty brand was created by founder and CEO Melissa Butler in 2012. Its award-winning products, like the Big Timer Volumizing Mascara, can be found at Target, Walmart, and its flagship store on Woodward Avenue. .

Eve Organics Beauty

Ferndale-based sisters Cheryl Salina-Tucker and Jeny Bulatovic took over the plant-based beauty brand Eve Organics Beauty in 2019. Their handmade products, which are made for people of all ages and skin types, can be found on their website. .

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