A Safe Space Mentor’s mission is to open resources and awareness for mental health and wellness within the BIPOC community through safe spaces that bring people together to share support and build community. Learn more here.
Who cares? Looks fade.
Topicals is committed to reminding you that you make skin look good, not the other way around.
OUR MISSION
Skin can be complex, just like life—often in ways we wish it weren't. At Topicals, we understand that dealing with chronic skin conditions isn’t just a physical challenge; it can also take an emotional toll.
We’re taught to hide or feel embarrassed about flare-ups, constantly comparing ourselves to the flawless, edited images in media. This creates pressure to achieve an unrealistic ideal of "perfect skin." But here’s the truth: perfect skin isn’t real.
We’re here to remind you that you define what skin looks good, not the other way around. We’re also dedicated to addressing the real connection between skin conditions and mental health.
1 in 4
adults suffer from a diagnosable mental disorder, such as depression or anxiety in a given year. Women, people of color, and young adults are significantly more likely to be impacted.
1 in 2
people feel more isolated and say they find it harder to form relationships since the onset of the pandemic.
2x - 6x More Likely
Studies show that people with chronic skin conditions are 2-6 times more likely to experience depression and anxiety than their peers.
INVESTING IN OUR COMMUNITY
Launched in 2023, our Topicals Mental Health Fund provided grants to five women-led organizations focused on advancing mental health support within BIPOC communities. In 2024, we expanded our efforts by partnering with four additional organizations to continue our mission of driving impactful change.
Through these partnerships, Topicals is dedicated to developing initiatives that promote well-being, create safe spaces for connection, and cultivate genuine relationships that combat loneliness and strengthen community bonds.
In 2025, Topicals will donate $50,000 to 15 organizations as part of our Mental Health Initiative. Each selected organization will receive dedicated support from Topicals to help achieve their goals of improving their communities and giving back in meaningful ways through our 100’s Goal initiative.
The 100’s Goal is designed to deliver essential resources tailored to the needs of each organization’s community. This includes initiatives such as 100 Wellness Scholarships, 100 Hours of Therapy, 100 Workout Classes, 100 Pieces of Athletic Gear (e.g., sneakers, tennis rackets, bikes), 100 Books, 100 Yoga Classes, 100 Counseling Sessions, and more.
Together, we’re committed to driving impactful change and fostering wellness in BIPOC communities.
TOPICALS DONATES 1% OF PROFITS
Since our launch in 2020, Topicals has donated $150K to mental health organizations. Each year, we're committed to contributing at least 1% of our profits to impactful mental health initiatives, primarily focusing on those supporting under-resourced communities.
Now, when you order your favorite products, you can join us in making a difference by contributing to one of the organizations in our Mental Health Fund. Together, we can support change.
Our Goal
$
in Donations to Mental Health Organizations supporting BIPOC wellness in 2024
9
Partners that receive investment through the Mental Health Fund
3000
minutes of free therapy provided to BIPOC community
25
IRL Events in cities around the country to bring our community together
30
URL Events on Zoom to bring our community together
3000 products
donated to organizations supporting individuals experiencing housing insecurity and/of financial hardship
Our Impact
Take a live look at how we’re all working towards are impact goals
Your Donations
Progress: 62%
Current
$31,000
Goal
$50,000
OUR PARTNERS
Meet our Mental Health Fund recipients! In partnership with these organizations, we continue to provide access to free therapy, combat the stigma around mental health, develop resources, and create safe spaces for communities of color.
A Safe Space Mentor
Hike Clerb
Hike Clerb is an intersectional women’s outdoor collective founded in 2017 in Los Angeles, CA, by changemaker Evelynn Escobar. Inspired to take action by the lack of representation and participation of people of color in the outdoors, Hike Clerb was born as a radical solution to this inequity and more. They are equipping Black, Indigenous women of color with the tools, education, resources, and experiences they need to collectively heal in nature from Los Angeles and beyond.
Learn more here.
Joy Day
Joy Day is a movement dedicated to helping people navigate their mental health and find joy in their daily lives. With a vision of a world where everyone, regardless of their mental state, has the tools to thrive, Joy Day empowers individuals through actionable resources and community-driven experiences. Joy Day inspires people to cope better with life’s challenges and embrace joy daily by fostering understanding and providing support. Learn more about their mission here.
WalkGood LA
Walk Good LA is a Black & Brown-led community wellness organization based in Los Angeles. They’re a family dedicated to bringing people from all walks of life together to fight for racial equity & heal in solidarity through the arts, health, and wellness. Learn more here.
A NOTE FROM OLAMIDE
“Topicals’ mission to transform how people feel about their skin is rooted in my personal experiences with skin health and mental health. Growing up with a ton of chronic skin conditions, I know firsthand the debilitating toll that our skin can take on how we perceive ourselves and our self-image. These struggles were exacerbated by the overwhelming gap in access to mental health services, particularly within communities of color as well as my experiences with doctors and health professionals who lacked knowledge of how to treat and care for my skin tone and skin type, leaving me feeling frustrated, overlooked and isolated. That's why we are investing in organizations creating inclusive community-centric spaces through our Mental Health fund to combat those feelings of isolation. My hope is that we help those who are struggling with mental health and skin health to feel less alone and more supported in their journey towards healing and wellbeing.”
- Olamide OIowe
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