Oyéta's Story

I immigrated to Canada from Togo at age 5 and growing up in Montreal, I was motivated to create a positive impact. For me, being an entrepreneur was an opportunity to make a positive impact around me. When I discovered my passion for formulating natural skincare products, I finally found the path to channel my dreams into and make a difference.

My interest in beauty started when I was trying to find solutions to my struggle with acne. In my search, I realized a lot of beauty products contain controversial ingredients that I wanted to avoid. 

The natural alternatives had simple ingredients but sometimes lacked innovation and only a few incorporated actives used in clinical-grade skincare that are proven to work. This led me to create OKOKO - a brand that creates sophisticated and multi-purpose routines with high-quality botanicals and science-backed actives. Formulations that hit all the high notes: solution-driven, finely made, cruelty-free and that deliver unparalleled results. Beyond its efficacy, I wanted my line to offer an artisanal and sensorial beauty ritual liken to a spa experience.

Seeing testimonials of how we’ve helped people build better self care habits, or achieve clear skin after years of skin problems, and how our products have empowered customers worldwide helping them to feel confident in their skin always gave me a strong sense of purpose.

OKOKO has since won over 25 awards in beauty innovation and has been featured in numerous international publications like Goop, Elle, and New York Times. 

Today, my personal mission is to inspire people daily, opening possibilities for everyone. And through my journey, empower others in the pursuit of their dreams by showing that we can all accomplish great things.