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Cosmetics Startups in Africa

East Africa's cosmetics market is blooming, driven by rising disposable incomes and a growing middle class. Local players like Source Beauty and Skin Gourmet are gaining ground against multinationals, offering tailored products that resonate with consumers. The focus on natural and organic ingredients, coupled with innovative marketing strategies, is driving their success.

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6 companies in this sector

CompanyTaglineTotal FundingLast RoundTeam SizeBackersAction
Aqua Rwanda
Aqua Rwanda
Rwanda

Aqua Rwanda is Rwandan cosmetics startup that produces perfumes and other toiletries.

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The Makeup Shop
The Makeup Shop
Egypt

The Makeup Shop is an Egyptian eCommerce startup for buying and selling authentic beauty products.

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11-50
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Keyara Botanics
Keyara Botanics
Kenya

Keyara Botanicals is a skin and hair care brand, which utilises the purest and most premium oils butters and scents from across the African continent.

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Grant
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2-10
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Source Beauty
Source Beauty
Egypt

Source Beauty is a women-led platform providing women the choice to choose local alternatives to their self-care routines.

$150K
Seed
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11-50
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Beauty Hut
Beauty Hut
Nigeria

Beauty Hut is bridging the gap between global beauty brands and African consumers.

$120K
Pre-seed
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2-10
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Skin Gourmet
Skin Gourmet
Ghana

Skin Gourmet is a Ghana-based startup that makes handmade skincare sourced from the wild.

$110K
Grant
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11-50
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