The holiday season is about more than just checking boxes—it’s about the stories behind the gifts we give. I am so excited to share two Black- and women-owned businesses that I personally love and support. These aren’t just high-quality, handmade goods—they are products with a mission. By choosing these brands, you’re making a conscious choice to support representation and long-term community impact, one beautiful gift at a time.
Poetic Senses
Her Story: Black woman, mom of two, and #girlboss? Charlisha Jordan, founder of Poetic Senses, checks all the boxes and more! Her company offers all-natural, high-quality, luxurious, eco-friendly products that are like poetry for your skin and soul, helping to release, relax and reset so maximum levels of poetic bliss can be reached. Poetic Senses products are designed to intertwine poetry with everyday life, poetically appeasing the five senses.
Our Holiday Pick: Triple Whipped Body Butter Scent: Pink Diamond Dust
- Crafted with Shea, Mango, and Cocoa Butters, this decadent formula is triple-whipped to a creamy, cloud-like texture that melts effortlessly into your skin, delivering deep hydration, nourishment, and long-lasting softness without the greasy feel.
“Why We Love It”: I’ve ordered this body butter multiple times; it’s just that good! The scent is incredibly alluring without being overpowering and it makes my skin feel moisturized all day long.
Shop Now: Don’t miss out on their holiday sale with 40 percent off all handcrafted products!
ANAVAH Essentials
Her Story: ANAVAH Essentials was created by Min. Tracy Glasby, a hardworking veteran and woman of faith, after seeking clean skincare that would help her transitioning skin. ANAVAH means humility in Hebrew—not thinking less of yourself but embracing your God-given space in the world. That message is at the heart of everything this brand does. Their products are crafted in small batches with clean ingredients, timeless wisdom, and science and are designed for both women and men navigating life with purpose.
Our Holiday Pick: Spellbound Silk Body Crème
- A rich yet weightless cream that nourishes and balances with jojoba, argan, and watermelon seed oils. Panthenol (B5) and silk peptide restore smooth resilience, leaving skin velvety-soft, radiant, and beautifully refined.
“Why We Love It”: I was super excited when I first used this cream because I could tell by first touch that it was good quality! It’s velvety smooth when you put it on. The scent is fruity yet refreshing. Plus, my skin felt hydrated and supple all day!
Shop Now: Get yours with free shipping when you spend $100 or more.
I hope these features inspire you to shop with intention this year! I’m so proud to share these two brands that I personally use and love. As you wrap up your holiday shopping, remember that your support helps these incredible women continue to create, innovate, and lead. Let’s make this season about more than just the gifts under the tree—let’s make it about the lasting impact we can create as we support our women-owned businesses.
Happy holidays and happy gifting!
