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Bond Pet Foods makes pet food from real animal protein, without the animal by working with biotechnology. Bond Pet Foods develops meat proteins obtained from animal cells (no slaughter required) and natural microbes. It is fed a nutrient-rich broth of vitamins, sugars, and minerals in fermentation tanks, without the pharmaceuticals. Bond Pet Foods was founded on 2015 and is headquartered in Boulder, Colorado.

Crown Affair, Inc. is an online retailer specializing in personal haircare products, founded in 2019 and based in New York. The company emphasizes a holistic approach to hair care, offering a range of vegan and cruelty-free products such as brushes, towels, oils, scrunchies, and renewal masks. Each product is designed to work in harmony with others, transforming routine hair care into a meaningful ritual. Crown Affair is committed to sustainability, utilizing recyclable, reusable, and compostable packaging to ensure that their offerings are environmentally friendly. By providing guidance, tools, and a supportive community, Crown Affair aims to redefine consumers' relationships with their hair.

Spudsy, Inc. is a company based in Costa Mesa, California, that specializes in the production and distribution of sweet potato puffs, a crunchy and nutritious snack option. Founded in December 2017, Spudsy focuses on creating guilt-free snacks that are gluten-free, plant-based, and non-GMO. The company emphasizes sustainability by utilizing upcycled sweet potatoes to reduce food waste. Their product line includes puffs available in various flavors such as cheese, barbecue, and cinnamon, catering to health-conscious consumers seeking snacks that do not compromise on taste or nutritional value. Spudsy distributes its products through both online and offline retail channels.

Scotch Porter is more than just a brand; it’s a call to action. When Calvin Quallis left the comfort of his cushy desk job this year Jerry Maguire-style to pursue his dream of creating the ultimate beard-grooming line, he did so with the intent of making the most stylishly accessible products in the game.

Freck, LLC manufactures skincare and cosmetic products. It offers skincare products, such as vitamin-C moisturizers, eye jells, acid toners, clay masks, dry serums, and cleansing gels; make up products, including lip and cheek tints, pigment palettes, and bundles; and freckles. The company sells its products online. Freck, LLC was founded in 2017 and is based in Los Angeles, California.

Spudsy, Inc. is a company based in Costa Mesa, California, that specializes in the production and distribution of sweet potato puffs, a crunchy and nutritious snack option. Founded in December 2017, Spudsy focuses on creating guilt-free snacks that are gluten-free, plant-based, and non-GMO. The company emphasizes sustainability by utilizing upcycled sweet potatoes to reduce food waste. Their product line includes puffs available in various flavors such as cheese, barbecue, and cinnamon, catering to health-conscious consumers seeking snacks that do not compromise on taste or nutritional value. Spudsy distributes its products through both online and offline retail channels.

Bond Pet Foods makes pet food from real animal protein, without the animal by working with biotechnology. Bond Pet Foods develops meat proteins obtained from animal cells (no slaughter required) and natural microbes. It is fed a nutrient-rich broth of vitamins, sugars, and minerals in fermentation tanks, without the pharmaceuticals. Bond Pet Foods was founded on 2015 and is headquartered in Boulder, Colorado.

Lemon Perfect is a beverage company that specializes in cold-pressed fruit beverages, primarily focusing on lemon water infused with electrolytes and antioxidant vitamin C. Founded in 2017, the company offers a range of flavors, including options such as Blueberry Açaí, Just Lemon, Peach Raspberry, and Dragon Fruit Mango, all of which contain zero sugar and no artificial flavors or sweeteners. With a commitment to promoting health and hydration, Lemon Perfect's products are available for purchase online and are designed to provide consumers with a refreshing drink that supports their wellness goals. The company is based in California.

Saie is a offers toxic-free cosmetics beauty brand.

Operator of an online beauty brand shop intended to provide innovative, luxurious, vegan and cruelty-free sustainable fragrances. The company manufactures and sells sophisticated, multilayered scents that are phthalate-free, paraben-free and eco-friendly, enabling consumers to buy customized perfumes and moisturizers from the company's online store.

Herbivore Botanicals, LLC is a Seattle-based company that specializes in the manufacture of organic skincare products. Established in 2011, the brand focuses on creating safe, non-toxic, and highly effective items using high-quality, food-grade ingredients. Its product range includes face creams, mists, oils, night creams, bathing soaps, masks, body polishes, oils, beard tonics, and aftershaves. Emphasizing original formulations that incorporate essential vitamins, minerals, and botanicals, Herbivore Botanicals aims to restore skin health while avoiding fillers, ensuring that nearly every ingredient serves an active purpose. The company distributes its products through local retailers and its online platform, promoting a philosophy of personal rejuvenation and indulgence in skincare.

Spudsy, Inc. is a company based in Costa Mesa, California, that specializes in the production and distribution of sweet potato puffs, a crunchy and nutritious snack option. Founded in December 2017, Spudsy focuses on creating guilt-free snacks that are gluten-free, plant-based, and non-GMO. The company emphasizes sustainability by utilizing upcycled sweet potatoes to reduce food waste. Their product line includes puffs available in various flavors such as cheese, barbecue, and cinnamon, catering to health-conscious consumers seeking snacks that do not compromise on taste or nutritional value. Spudsy distributes its products through both online and offline retail channels.

Hatch Collection LLC specializes in the manufacture and marketing of maternity wear, offering a diverse range of products including tops, dresses, bottoms, jumpsuits, knitwear, denim, activewear, outerwear, intimate apparel, sleepwear, and swimwear. Founded in 2011 and based in New York, the company aims to provide chic, timeless, and comfortable wardrobe essentials that cater to women before, during, and after pregnancy. In addition to clothing, Hatch Collection also offers a selection of beauty products, such as belly masks, belly oils, nipple and lip creams, hair oils, leg and foot relief sprays, and ginger anti-nausea remedies, ensuring a comprehensive approach to maternity care and comfort.

Lemon Perfect is a beverage company that specializes in cold-pressed fruit beverages, primarily focusing on lemon water infused with electrolytes and antioxidant vitamin C. Founded in 2017, the company offers a range of flavors, including options such as Blueberry Açaí, Just Lemon, Peach Raspberry, and Dragon Fruit Mango, all of which contain zero sugar and no artificial flavors or sweeteners. With a commitment to promoting health and hydration, Lemon Perfect's products are available for purchase online and are designed to provide consumers with a refreshing drink that supports their wellness goals. The company is based in California.