BEAUTY · UNITED STATES / AFRICAN SOURCING
African beauty rituals, in everyday reach.
54 Thrones draws from African ingredients and beauty traditions. The collection brings shea butter and other botanicals into a brand that connects skincare with cultural storytelling. Its name and perspective make the continent central to the narrative, inviting readers to discover the people and rituals behind a daily beauty routine.
About the founder
Christina Funke Tegbe launched 54 Thrones in 2016 after leaving corporate consulting. Her Nigerian heritage and travels across Africa helped shape the brand’s creative and ingredient-focused direction.
Source: About – 54 Thrones. Editorial research checked November 8, 2026.