Amber Makupson-Beauty founder and wellness entrepreneur advancing clean, conscious living through brand and policy.

“I work to redefine beauty with purpose, where innovation, advocacy, and care converge to protect both people and future generations.’

Beauty is not just aesthetic, it is a reflection of how we care for ourselves, our communities, and what we choose to protect. Every product I build, every initiative I lead, and every conversation I advance is rooted in integrity, accountability, and long-term impact.

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EXPLORE MY WORK

Beauty. Wellness. Purpose.

  • Beauty Bylines by Amber Makupson

    Beauty Bylines

  • Meraki Hair Wellness

  • The Clean Beauty Edit

  • Clean Beauty Coalition

  • “Gemstones aren’t just for face tools. Meraki founder Amber Makupson used her background as an esthetician to launch a holistic haircare collection infused with gemstone extracts and natural ingredients to soothe the scalp and deeply hydrate.”

    -HARPER’S BAZAAR

  • “Founder Amber Makupson has infused each bottle with actual gemstones to enhance intuition and protect energy—creating haircare that operates on an entirely different plane.” — O, The Oprah Magazine

    — O, The Oprah Magazine

  • “Makupson is among Black business owners in the beauty sector navigating one of the fastest-growing retail segments—balancing supply-chain pressures while continuing to innovate and lead.”

    — Forbes

  • “One brand that masterfully fuses beauty and wellness through the use of gemstones is Meraki. Founder Amber Makupson, a licensed esthetician, believes deeply in the benefits of gemstone-infused beauty rituals.”

    — Hype Hair

  • “After suffering a chemical burn from an over-the-counter beauty product, Amber Makupson built Meraki as her solution—a non-toxic, vegan beauty brand infused with gemstones to nourish hair, body, and soul.”

    — ELLE

  • “Buzzwords like ‘green’ and ‘eco-friendly’ are often vague and misleading. Brands have a responsibility to clearly articulate their sustainability commitments and educate consumers with transparency.”

    — Amber Makupson | Beauty Independant

Amber Makupson

Beauty founder, wellness entrepreneur, and advocate shaping the future of clean, conscious living

Through my work with Meraki Hair Wellness and the Clean Beauty Coalition, I build brands and institutions that redefine what it means to care, inside and out. My work centers health, integrity, and accountability, shaping a future where beauty protects both people and the planet.

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Beauty Founder Bylines

Founder essays on clean beauty, intentional self-care, and building values-led institutions.

Beauty Founder Bylines
HORMONE HARMONY
HORMONE HARMONY

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MINDFUL EATING
MINDFUL EATING

How practicing mindfulness can del…

EMBODIED WELLNESS
EMBODIED WELLNESS

Intuitive eating is the most-effective…

Public Conversations & Convenings

Where beauty, health, and culture intersect.

I convene intimate conversations, workshops, and public forums exploring beauty as a cultural, health, and policy issue. These gatherings bring together founders, advocates, and industry leaders shaping the future of clean, conscious living.

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