The 'clean beauty' industry is booming, but is it inclusive enough?


By AGENCY
The clean beauty industry is currently a US$7bil (RM32.2bil) market and is expected to grow to US$10bil (RM46bil) by 2026. Photo: stocksnap.io

When Maeva Heim made the decision to stop chemically straightening her curls after two decades, the search for less abrasive products left her coming up empty. The multicultural hair aisle in her local shop had few if any options for Black hair that were free of harsh chemicals.

"It felt like this entire category had really been left behind,” said Heim, who went on to launch her own clean hair care brand for Black women, Bread Beauty Supply.

The Star 6.6 DEAL: 35% OFF Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 9.04/month

Billed as RM 9.04 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.02/month

Billed as RM 96.20 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Style

Fashion asks again, is it finally time to embrace wearing socks with sandals?
Can luxury fashion reclaim its allure without sacrificing exclusivity?
What does milk smell like? The fragrance world is suddenly (and oddly) obsessed
Vanity Fare: Face and eye creams that are redefining skincare rituals
A closer look at the fashion references behind Dua Lipa’s wedding look
Fashion's future is human and rooted in craftsmanship, says Gabriela Hearst
From stadiums to street style, football fashion is currently scoring big
Are women’s handbags obsolete? Fashion has arrived at something of a pivot point
Too tall, too short, too fashionable: Why menswear still doesn't fit all guys
How wraparound eyewear defies fashion rules, becoming a style statement

Others Also Read