Meet Juka
When I embarked on the journey of creating Juka’s Clean Beauty, my primary goal was to empower women and connect people to the vibrant culture of Africa. By choosing our skincare products, you're not just investing in your own well-being; you're also supporting African women farmers, fostering a holistic, healthy lifestyle, and realizing that both objectives are attainable.
My entrepreneurial journey began at an early age right here in California. In 2008, I ventured into the world of business by establishing an African food market in the city of Inglewood. However, it wasn't long before I recognized a significant gap in the availability of authentic, natural African food products in the United States, accessible to the mainstream American market. This realization led to the birth of Juka’s Organic Co. in 2013.
With the invaluable assistance of my mother, we began by importing red palm oil, which I meticulously branded and made available both in the food market and online. The path to mainstream acceptance presented numerous challenges, but in 2013, a momentous turning point arrived. I was thrilled when Dr. Oz and the broader U.S. market recognized the extensive health benefits of Red Palm Oil. This recognition spurred me to seize the opportunity to introduce the Juka’s brand to health-conscious consumers across the nation.
My journey of giving back to African women has been deeply inspired by my own upbringing. Witnessing my mother's successful business ventures, achieved without any formal education, was a source of inspiration and empowerment for me and my sisters. Her business not only thrived but also contributed to financing our education. This experience ignited my passion to extend the same opportunities to women in villages across Africa.
In my quest to empower these women, I embarked on a partnership with them, recognizing the importance of preserving the purity of the products and ensuring that the benefits return to the continent of their origin, particularly to the women farmers. This journey began with a partnership in a village on the outskirts of Gambia and Senegal in West Africa, where it all began. As I witnessed the transformation and positive impact of this collaboration on the lives of these women, I was inspired to replicate this strategy in many other countries across Africa.
Today, I am immensely proud to share that we have expanded our reach and are working with women from various villages in over six countries throughout West Africa. Under the umbrella of Juka’s Organic Co., we now offer a diverse range of healthy products that are deeply rooted in African tradition and are renowned as healing foods. This journey is a testament to our commitment to both cultural preservation and women's empowerment, and it's a journey I'm honored to continue.
As an entrepreneur, I'm constantly seeking ways to enhance the value we provide to our loyal customers while furthering our mission to make a positive impact in Africa and offer tremendous benefits to our consumers. It's with great excitement that we embark on this new journey of clean and safe skincare, crafted from all-natural ingredients, and enriched with Africa's finest superfoods.
Juka's Clean Beauty was born from a recognition of the unique advantages and the scarcity of skincare products that harness the potential of African superfoods combined with non-toxic, safe, and clean beauty ingredients. Throughout my entrepreneurial journey, empowering women has always been a driving force, and through partnerships with women in African villages who supply us with top-quality superfood ingredients, we've been able to turn this dream into reality.
When you choose Juka's Clean Beauty, you're not only treating yourself to exceptional plant based skincare products but also connecting with the heart of Africa and contributing to the well-being of its people.
Our commitment at Juka's is unwavering—we are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards in product quality and conducting our business with utmost integrity. Our vision is to become the premier destination for natural and organic products in the realms of health, wellness, and beauty, all sourced from the rich continent of Africa. Our growth as a company has been made possible by your continued support, and for that, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to all our customers.
Rest assured we are determined to continue bringing you the best quality products that everyone deserves. Our pledge is to provide superior customer service and competitive pricing, not only across the United States but around the world. Together, we can achieve a healthier, more beautiful world, and I thank you for being part of this incredible journey with us.