Somanda Naturals
Founder: Anthonia Nwoshim-Ekemgba
Course: Advanced Diploma in Organic Cosmetic Science
Graduation year: 2025
Location: Nigeria
Hero product: Clear Face Antioxidant Serum + Radiant Body Lotion
Brand overview
Founded by Formula Botanica graduate Anthonia, Somanda Naturals is a nature-inspired brand offering handcrafted skincare and haircare products for all age groups. The brand formulates with safe, natural ingredients designed to leave skin and hair feeling nourished and healthy.
Somanda Naturals haircare range is crafted to promote overall hair health and growth, while addressing a variety of common concerns with products suitable for both natural and relaxed hair. The skincare line is developed with skin of colour in mind, using high-performance ingredients to redefine natural beauty, and deliver a healthy and radiant glow.
Anthonia credits Formula Botanica for helping her elevate her formulation skills beyond what she imagined possible. She says, “The course cleared all my doubts and gave me the confidence I needed as a natural cosmetic formulator.”
