oyinhandmade

Company Info

Oyin Handmade nourishing hair and body products are hand-mixed from natural and nourishing ingredients. Each formula uses as high a percentage of organic and natural ingredients as possible, and we make the goodies in small batches to ensure freshness. We use such ingredients as unrefined shea butter, pure cocoa butter, vitamin E, organic aloe vera juice, and herbal infusions carefully chosen for their beneficial and healing properties.

“Oyin” is the Yoruba word for “Honey,” one of nature’s most versatile gifts. Honey has been used for centuries to not only soften and cleanse, but to also tone and hydrate the skin. It softens and moisturizes skin and as a humectant, helps skin to retain water. Honey dissolved in water is an excellent moisturizer, so we find it perfect for bath, skin and hair care products. Honey and beeswax both have a soothing effect on the most sensitive of skins.

Oyin Handmade was born in winter 2001 when Jamyla started sharing her all-natural bodycare products with a small circle of family and friends. From there, it moved to fairs and shows, and the website was launched in spring of 2003.

Developed by ‘grand mixtress’ Jamyla Bennu, Oyin Handmade cosmetics are specially formulated with a focus not only on aesthetics and styling, but the nourishment and health of your hair and skin. Ranging from rich creams and solid lotion bars to oil-free liquid conditioner sprays, Oyin products are tried and tested by people with a wide range of hair needs and skin sensitivities, with results that can be seen in the testimonials of each product.

At Oyin, we believe the luxury of pure and natural hair and skin treatments should be accessible to all, even those without the time to spend researching ingredients, testing recipes, and slaving over a hot double-boiler. (smile)

‘grand mixtress??’

Jamyla Bennu, ingredient-conscious & generally crafty chick - and Grand Mixtress of Oyin Handmade - has always been one for mixing things together and personalizing products for her own needs & preferences. It was about experimentation, having fun, and feeling in control of what she was using on her body.

When she realized that even some of her favorite ‘natural’ bodycare items tended to use petroleum, mineral oil, corn oil, or other non-nourishing ingredients; she decided she could do just as well by herself, and started working on her own recipes. With research, study, and good old trial & error, Oyin Handmade has strived since its beginning to create products that are not just natural, but nourishing.