Our artisan partners are the soul of Obakki—and the reason we do what we do. Our primary objective is to help talented artists around the world build sustainable businesses that will improve the quality of life in their communities.

Recovery from hot summer days takes a toll on your skin. We’ve had our time in the sun and what a glorious time it was, but now it’s time to transition to a fall and winter skincare routine.

At Obakki, we know that giving back is the only way forward. We also know that consumers increasingly value socially conscious brands that support a good cause. But Obakki’s approach to philanthropy is a bit different than some, because it’s based on strategic impact investments and not on charity.

Black Clay of Oaxaca. Red Clay of Oaxaca. The Mixteca Pottery of Oaxaca. All of these Obakki pieces are shaped by hand with the thought and care that comes from generations of understanding local roots, culture, and traditions. Mexico’s pottery practices date back 3,000 years and each hand-turned object is a piece of history, as well as a piece of art.

Ethical shopping isn’t just a moral decision – your choice will provide its own reward in durability and lasting aesthetic value along with a new value. Knowing the story behind how and why the pieces have been created creates a bond with your item.

If you’ve never heard of using Shea butter for hair – you’re not alone. At Obakki, we were surprised and pleased to first hear of this application; it makes hair softer, easier to style and more vibrant. This treatment is particularly effective on stiff, curly, or hard-to-tame locks. But it does wonders for every kind of hair in need of a little moisturizing.

Organic cotton is grown without chemicals or fertilizers and uses 91% less freshwater and only one-third the energy of conventional cotton. And because of people like you, the demand for sustainable, organic cotton is growing by leaps and bounds.

Behind every handmade product is a person — a person with a story. And a reason why they make the products they do. But a surprising number of those stories are never told. Because the artisans are never asked. At Obakki, we want to change all that.

When Treana was in Uganda, she saw a woman walking down the street sporting the most incredible green bag.  She was drawn to that bag and immediately knew that she had to find the creator. And once she tracked Judith down and arranged a meeting, an instant bond was formed.