Beauty Rises, Communities Thrive.

1. Empowering Makers

Access to resources and expertise for emerging clean beauty entrepreneurs.

2. Supporting Suppliers

Financially empowering African communities through ethical partnerships.

3. Sustainability Focus

Promoting eco-friendly practices in beauty product manufacturing.

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OUR VISION

Addressing inequality and sustainability in the beauty industry.

Indie Beauty Makerspace

The Yeleen Beauty Makerspace is a co-manufacturing facility and tech hub built to lower the barriers to market entry for plant-based BIPOC beauty entrepreneurs.

Why Yeleen Matters

Data from a 2022 McKinsey report shows that addressing racial
inequality in the U.S. beauty industry is a $2.6b opportunity. We enable beauty brands, especially those owned by women of color, to cultivate thriving and sustainable businesses through our comprehensive support.

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Our Difference

What sets us apart from traditional beauty products manufacturers and our main focus.

For Makers

To become the #1 source for emerging clean beauty and personal care product makers to accrue industry expertise, access small-batch domestic manufacturing, and access capital to create and scale.

For Suppliers
Through a vast network of cooperatives across the African continent, Yeleen Beauty will financially empower thousands of women with a living wage, transforming communities and lifting families out of extreme poverty.

For the Planet
Accelerate ethical and sustainable agriculture practices and use biodegradable and recyclable
packaging materials.

How Yeleen Beauty Works

Yeleen Beauty offers a holistic solution for emerging beauty brands through a benefit corporation structure, Makerspace members gain valuable insights for efficient scaling.

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  • Access to small batch, US based manufacturing facility

  • Access to retail buyers and decision-makers

  • Access to vetted suppliers

  • Access to affordable, ethical sources of natural raw materials

  • Funding resources accessibility

  • Expert-led training in retail,
    marketing and product development support

The Makerspace

We offer a collaborative and cutting-edge workspace where our members can access top-of-the-line beauty equipment and a supportive community of like-minded individuals.

As a member of Yeleen Beauty Makerspace, you will enjoy:

  • Unprecedented access to state-of-the-art beauty equipment
  • Expert guidance and support from experienced professionals
  • Exclusive access to a range of events and workshops, where you can network with other indie beauty founders and learn new skills to help grow your brand.
  • Discounts on essential supplies and ingredients from our partner vendors
  • A vibrant and supportive community of like-minded individuals who share your passion for beauty and entrepreneurship.

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FAQ

Who is Yeleen Beauty membership for?

To be considered for participation, all applicants must complete and submit an application.

• Based in the US or US territories, including Puerto Rico & US Virgin Islands

• Must show proof of annual gross revenue of $25,000 or more

• Company must be established for at least 2 years at the moment of application

• Applicant is at least 19 years of age

• Commitment to a social or environmental issue

How do you compare to other communities?

We are the only cosmetics manufacturing facility that offers equipment and resources for DIY and small batch production.

How much it will cost to make my product(s)?

Costing products requires a lot of specific data. In addition to understanding your ingredients, process, equipment and labor needs, volumes must also be known. 

Do you offer co-packing?

Yes, we do offer contract manufacturing but only when volumes are high enough to guarantee a consistent production schedule.

We currently make our product ourselves. Will the Yeleen Beauty Makerspace cost less?

YBM owns and manages a state of the art facility and maintains a team of experienced industry professionals. It’s unlikely that YBM will cost less than producing products at home or in your own facility. But we will save you the cost of buying all of your own equipment, which will save you a lot of money.

We are considering building out our own facility. Is the Yeleen Beauty Makerspace a viable alternative?

The short answer is yes, because building a professional cosmetics manufacturing facility is a very expensive endeavor. There are dozens of costs to consider, including:

Several months rent must be paid in advance for a security deposit of the space itself.

Professional, specialized manufacturing equipment must be purchased or leased

Special water filtration systems and other requirements need to be in place

Raw materials, packaging components and finished goods inventory storage must also be available

Staff must be hired, trained and kept on board despite lulls in production

These are just a few of the obvious expenses for a cosmetics manufacturing company.

Can you do purchasing for us?

Yes, but keep in mind, purchasing is a time-consuming and vital task. There’s a reason that large companies have purchasing departments. In the beauty world, getting your ingredients or packaging to the right place at the right time is vital.  We do charge a fee for sourcing ingredients and packaging for members.