Running a Sustainable Global Beauty Brand: 7 Lessons in 7 Years

Abena is the dynamic and innovative founder of Hanahana Beauty, a skincare brand recognized for its commitment to sustainability, ethical sourcing, and empowering women. Her journey into beauty and skincare was unconventional. She went from classroom to beauty headquarters. Read on …

Formerly a teacher, Abena has grown Hanahana organically from her kitchen onto the shelves of Ulta Beauty. Known for effective, clean body care products, Hanahana stands out by paying twice the standard price for shea butter from Katariga Women’s Shea Cooperative in Ghana, This commitment to creating consciously clean products has resonated with a global audience.

Beyond products, Hanahana fosters a vibrant community through wellness activations, education, and brand collaborations.