Many celebrities have ventured into entrepreneurship, but few have made a lasting impact like these five superstars.
From Rihanna to Beyoncé, these entertainers saw a gap in the haircare market and filled it with innovative, inclusive products.
Their inspiring journeys showcase the power of passion, creativity, and a deep understanding of their communities’ needs.
1. Rihanna’s Fenty Hair: A Revolutionary Line for All Textures
On June 4th, Rihanna shook the beauty world by announcing Fenty Hair, a reparative haircare collection joining her Fenty empire. Launching on June 13th, the line promises a flexible range designed to strengthen and repair all hair types.
“I’ve had almost every texture, color, length, from weaves to braids to natural,” Rihanna shared. “It’s time to play and get stronger by the style.”
True to her inclusive brand philosophy, Fenty Hair aims to cater to diverse hair wants and needs.
2. Beyoncé’s Cécred: A Mother-Daughter Legacy
Queen Bey’s haircare line, Cécred, is a family affair meticulously formulated with her mother, Tina Knowles. Drawing from their deep roots in Black hair culture, the duo created a range that honors their legacy.
“Hair has always been a very big part of our lives,” Tina Knowles explained. “In the culture of Black folks, if you could do some hair, you’ll never be broke. It’s just our legacy, and this full-circle moment feels amazing.”
With Cécred, Beyoncé and Tina continue empowering generations through their hair journey.
3. Tracee Ellis Ross’ Pattern: A Decade in the Making
Actress Tracee Ellis Ross is renowned for her iconic curls, and she channeled that passion into Pattern, a nourishing haircare line a decade in development. Launched in 2019, Pattern caters to the unique needs of curly, coily, and tight-textured hair.
“I’m not a celebrity brand person,” Ellis Ross clarified. “I came into this as a consumer, and when I started Pattern, the celebrity brand thing was not even a trend.”
Her dedication to meeting an underserved community’s needs is a testament to her entrepreneurial spirit.
4. Taraji P. Henson’s TPH by Taraji: An Accessible Empire
Award-winning actress Taraji P. Henson brought her talents to the haircare aisle with TPH by Taraji, an affordable line of scalp and haircare products available at Target stores nationwide.
“What better way to share how I keep my hair healthy than to create a hair care line that I actually use,” Henson said. “I wanted to make sure that it was affordable. And it had to be diverse.”
By prioritizing accessibility and inclusivity, Henson built an empire catering to all hair types and budgets.
5. Lala Anthony’s Inala: Prioritizing Hair Health
Media maven Lala Anthony’s brand Inala focuses on the often-overlooked aspect of hair health. Her formulas are designed to nourish hair even when covered by protective styles like braids, wigs, or locs.
“It’s so easy to forget about your natural hair,” Anthony shared. “I wanted this to be able to penetrate through braids, dreads, faux locs, wigs, lace fronts, everything.”
With Inala, Anthony provides a solution for maintaining hair health while embracing versatile styling.
These five influential celebrities have transformed the haircare landscape by infusing their personal experiences, cultural insights, and entrepreneurial drive into empowering product lines. Their inspiring stories prove that representation and inclusivity can drive remarkable success.
