DIRECTORY: 7 Local Cosmetic Companies in American Cities

“When you support small businesses, you're supporting a dream.”

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It's easy to be more inclined to purchase big-brand cosmetics than indie lines—especially in big cities. Bold advertisements serve as street art and billboards loom over major highways. Highly advertised products inevitably overshadow smaller local companies that produce equally efficient products on tighter budgets, however, as an independent publication, we support independent businesses and the hard-working entrepreneurs behind them. Click through our slideshow below to discover local beauty companies in various American cities.

St Louis: Blissoma

“Beauty, to me, has always been about authenticity.” This is the philosophy behind Julie Longyear’s St. Louis-based holistic skincare and apothecary company. She aims to heal skin and restore health through herbal cosmetics that are environmentally friendly, all natural, and packed with essential nutrients and botanic ingredients.

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Boston: Shamanuti

Boston-based Beth Hopkins created Shamanuti out of a deep passion for the power of natural plants and botanicals. She not only sells high quality skin care products, she educates her customers about the importance of skincare and the benefits of using natural products. She sells cleansers, toners, treatments, and even natural makeup.

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Detroit: Touch Body Works

This Michigan-based company was founded by Marcy van Hartesveldt in 2012. Touch Body Works refrains from using artificial fragrances and colors, and takes pride in their natural products with a luxurious allure. The skincare innovators behind Touch Body Works infuse the line of face, bath, body, and hair products with unconventional scents and ingredients. Find their products at Detroit's Eastern Market, various shops in Michigan, and online.

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Atlanta: HollyBeth Organics

HollyBeth Anderson’s organic cosmetic line is inspired by her life growing up surrounded by Georgia wildlife. An organic lifestyle led her to create skincare that was healthy for the body and the planet. She started by using medicinal plants found right in the Georgia woods. HollyBeth products are organized by skin type (oily, acne-prone, dry, etc.) to help you easily find the right products for you.

Photo: instagram.com/hborganics

Denver: Alchemy Minerals and Face Bar

Alchemy is a Denver-based “collective of modern alchemists.” These artisans create Alchemy Minerals, a makeup line that is said to improve skin health. And Alchemy Face Bar is a salon/spa service that offers natural and effective services for face, hair, skin, brows, and more.

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Seattle: Seattle Sundries

To Seattle Sundries, it’s the little things that matter. Each soap is handmade in small batches and carefully cut, ensuring that each product gets the quality attention it deserves.

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Phoenix: Citrine Natural Beauty Bar

Citrine is a natural beauty shop in Phoenix that carries multiple natural beauty brands. It was started by Melissa Lenberg in 2012. Having worked in the cosmetic industry since age 15, Lenberg decided to follow her dream to start her own beauty bar. She carries lines such as Jane Iredale, Tata Harper, and RMS Beauty.

Photo: instagram.com/citrinebeautyaz