After growing up with chronic skin conditions, Olowe made it her mission to take the focus off having “perfect” skin. Instead, Olowe prioritizes making effective treatment of skin conditions more approachable, fun, and without shame. Olamide Olowe is a trailblazing entrepreneur and investor recognized on Forbes' 30 Under 30 list. She holds the historic distinction of being the youngest Black woman to raise $2 million in venture capital, ultimately securing over $15 million in funding before the age of 26. Her entrepreneurial journey began in 2015 when she co-founded SheaGirl in collaboration with Shea Moisture—a venture that culminated in its acquisition by Unilever in 2017.

In 2020, Olamide channeled her creative vision and business acumen into founding Topicals, a revolutionary skincare brand that has since become the fastest-growing in Sephora’s portfolio. As Founder and CEO, she has not only reshaped the beauty industry’s narrative around chronic skin conditions but has also championed mental health, donating over $200,000 to related causes.

Olamide’s work has earned her accolades from prestigious institutions including Harvard Business School, Google, UCLA Alumni Association, and Forbes, cementing her legacy as a visionary at the intersection of innovation, impact, and inclusion.