ABOUT KANAFRIK
Welcome to KANAFRIK Sustainable, zero-waste store Empowering Inclusive Beauty, Globally. We provide clean beauty for ALL genders, skin tones and hair types, shipping worldwide. We are Africa’s first sustainable zero waste store with location in New York, USA, 🇺🇸 and Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire. 🇨🇮
✔️OUR STORE
Kanafrik, is world's first Africa-sustainable zero-waste store and clean beauty for All. Our immersive retail experience seamlessly blends culture, unique style, and eco-friendly innovation, featuring: Warm ambiance and distinctive store decor, personally designed by our founder Mariama Camara. Inspired by her African heritage and textiles designs. Showcasing her signature prints and essence, making each store a reflection of her studio work
✔️OUR FOUNDER
Mariama Camara is one of the most influential African women in fashion, beauty, philanthropy, and entrepreneurship. A humanitarian, entrepreneur, and fashion/textile designer based in New York City for 23 years, originally from the Republic of Guinea, Mariama has dedicated her life to promoting economic empowerment, dignity, and environmental sustainability within the fashion and beauty industry and the international market for MADE IN AFRICA textiles.
Mariama's efforts have garnered global recognition, with leading media outlets and organizations such as CNN International, CNN African Voice's "Changemakers," BBC News, TV5 Monde, Forbes Africa, ELLE, VOGUE, DNA, New York Magazine, the "Cut," Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, New York Times, NASDAQ, Fast Company highlighting her face, story, and impactful work. She has also been honored on prestigious power lists, including being named one of the 500 Most Influential Africans in the world and a women trailblazer 2024 power list.
✔️OUR PHILOSOPHY
Kanafrik is proud pioneer positive change in the beauty industry. We source ingredients from women cooperatives, local farmers, and trusted partners, contributing to their economic growth and empowerment. Our commitment to sustainability is evident in our zero-waste initiatives, kanafrik green box eco-friendly delivery, use of natural, non-toxic, and organic ingredients, and innovative programs.
By supporting local communities and promoting sustainable practices, we’re creating a better future for all. Our efforts align with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):
✔️SDG 5: Gender Equality
✔️SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
✔️SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
✔️SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
✔️SDG 13: Climate Action
Join our community of eco-conscious individuals working together for a sustainable future through:
♻️🌱KANAFRIK Green Community: Join our community of eco-conscious individuals working together for a sustainable future.
♻️🌱Kanafrik's Green Delivery: We're reducing our carbon footprint with eco-friendly delivery options.
♻️🌱Recycling Program: Bring us your empty containers and we'll recycle them into new products.
♻️🌱Refill Station: Reuse and refill your containers at our in-store station.
By supporting local communities and promoting sustainable practices, we're creating a better future for all. Join the movement.
✔️OUR PRODUCTS
We handcraft products that tell stories, educating clients about African ingredients, their origins, and benefits. Our Clean Beauty product innovation focuses on natural, pure, and sustainable formulations, using ancient ingredients like baobab, Shea butter, Moringa, Kigelia and other ingredients.
✔️OUR MISSION
Kanafrik's mission extends beyond beauty. We aim to pioneer sustainability in the global beauty industry, promote sustainability within Africa, and empower local communities through education and advocacy.