When I created Kiini, I wasn’t just building a brand—I was honoring a legacy, cultivating a vision, and planting seeds for future generations. Every product, every detail, and every intention behind Kiini is rooted in something personal, something powerful, and something deeply real.
Honoring My Mother’s Legacy
The story begins with a woman who shaped my values and my spirit: The Honorable Dr. Shirley Demus Tarpley. Her grace, her service, and her unwavering commitment to community inspired me to create something lasting. Through The Shirley Demus Tarpley Philanthropic Organization, I’m proud to support causes she cared deeply about—like education, culture, and our local community. From academic scholarships to community outreach and events, this work is not just philanthropy—it’s a promise to keep her light shining.
Where Nature Meets Nurture
Kiini Body Care was born out of my love for clean, botanical beauty—and the belief that self-care should be as natural and honest as the land it comes from. I wanted to create products that let your skin breathe and your spirit rest. Our formulas, like the Kiini Moisturizing Lotion, Hydrating Body Cream, and Botanical Body Butter, are made to nourish without compromise. We start with unscented, high-quality bases and give you the power to personalize them with your own fragrance blends. It’s care that meets you where you are—no fillers, no fuss, just the good stuff.
Fragrance as a Form of Expression
Scent is powerful. It tells a story without words. At Kiini, we believe fragrance is deeply personal, so we’ve created two ways for you to express yourself: as a luxurious Eau de Parfum spray and as a nourishing body oil.
Each fragrance begins with a carefully crafted blend—designed to reflect mood, identity, and intention. Whether you prefer the lasting presence of our Eau de Parfum or the soft, sensual feel of our oil, both are made with the same care and creativity. Our body oils are blended with lightweight, skin-loving carriers like sweet almond, grapeseed, and jojoba oils. They not only smell divine but leave your skin feeling soft and hydrated.
Available in both masculine and feminine-inspired blends, our scents are created to layer beautifully with your skin and your energy. You can wear them alone or pair them with our unscented body care for a subtle, personalized ritual that’s all your own.
Fragrance isn’t just something you wear. It’s something you become.
Beyond Products—Building Platforms
But Kiini isn’t just about beauty. Through Kiini Souk, our online marketplace, we’re connecting conscious consumers with small and local businesses that deserve the spotlight. Think of it as a curated destination for soulfully made products—from home goods and clothing to books and electronics. It’s a space where authenticity thrives, where every purchase supports someone’s dream.
And with Stand Clothing, we bring fashion and activism together. Each garment makes a statement—both in style and in purpose. A portion of proceeds supports real causes, because wearing your values should be just as natural as moisturizing your skin.
From the Land, With Love
My vision is also grounded—literally. On a piece of land in Texas, with a pond and native vegetation, I’m working to create a sustainable ecosystem. It’s part of a dream to live more closely with the earth, to raise livestock, and to return to a simpler, more intentional rhythm. That same intention shows up in everything I do with Kiini—choosing ingredients, designing packaging, and building something that lasts.
This Is Just the Beginning
Kiini is more than a brand—it’s a movement rooted in care, culture, and community. Whether you come for the lotion, the scent, or the story, I hope you find something that speaks to your spirit.
Because this is about more than skin. It’s about soul care.