AFRICA'S NATURAL WEALTH: CELEBRATING ITS INDIGENOUS INGREDIENTS

Africa is rich in natural resources and is home to some of the most sought-after beauty and wellness ingredients, including shea butter, baobab oil, moringa, and marula. These indigenous resources, deeply rooted in African traditions and heritage, have gained global recognition for their potency, sustainability, and cultural significance.

This panel discussion will explore the immense value of Africa's natural wealth, highlighting how these ingredients are shaping the global beauty and wellness industries. The conversation will also address the challenges of commercializing indigenous ingredients while ensuring that African farmers, artisans, and businesses reap the benefits of their land's natural gifts.

This panel celebrates Africa's natural wealth and aims to advocate for greater equity in the supply chain, encourage sustainable business practices, and spotlight the potential of indigenous African ingredients to lead the future of conscious beauty and wellness.

MODERATOR

Teneshia Renee
MODERATOR
Teneshia
Renee

Founder Blanc Media & Blanc Magazine

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SPEAKERS

Oreoluwatomi Lawani
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Oreoluwatomi
Lawani

Founder/CEO, Arami Essentials

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Claire Marty
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Claire
Marty

VP, NielsenIQ Global Beauty Vertical

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Valerie Obaze
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Valerie
Obaze

Founder of R&R Skincare

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Salwa Petersen
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Salwa
Petersen

Founder & Chief Executive Officer of Chéribé Beauty 

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Suzie Wokabi
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Suzie
Wokabi

Founder of SUZIEBEAUTY & SB DADA

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