The You Retreat (Credit: Kai Byrd Photography)
The You Retreat (Credit: Kai Byrd Photography)

The 2023 YOU Retreat (Credit: Kai Byrd Photography)
Held this past weekend in Los Angeles, Black Love Inc.’s 2nd YOU Retreat was a day of true self-love and sisterhood. We were affirmed in the power of our voice, stretched our bodies, and our cups were left more than full. Each speaker opened up to our attendees and truly shared their hearts with us and the love didn’t end there! Thanks to our sponsors, this day was made even more special by the brands who gifted our speakers and guests with products to continue the spirit of wellness and connection in their everyday lives! Show them some love and incorporate these brands into your wellness routine!
Jayei Athletics – Stainless Steel Water Bottle

Credit: Kai Byrd Photography
Jayei Athletics is a Black woman-owned fitness company. They aim to pay homage to African heritage, honor the strength in women, and promote conscience giving. Their 32 oz. double-wall insulated stainless steel water bottles keep drinks warm or cold. The easy-carry handle is perfect for all of your on-the-go needs!
SHOP JAYEI ATHLETICS STAINLESS STEEL WATER BOTTLE HERE
Loved 01 – Face & Body Moisturizer

Credit: Kai Byrd Photography
John Legend has created an affordable skincare line for melanated skin, and we’re here for the accessibility and intentionality! Immerse your skin in next-level hydration with the rich, whipped texture Loved01’s signature moisturizer. Their formula is infused with numerous plant-based oils, including sea buckthorn, rose-hip, jojoba oil, and shea butter. This combination moisturizes and hydrates, leaving your skin feeling nourished and silky soft.
SHOP LOVED01 HERE
Tabitha Brown – “Seen, Loved, & Heard” Journal
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Auntie Tab has created a journal y’all! Her journal “Seen, Loved, & Heard” is a beautiful and inspirational full-color journal. In her beloved book “Feeding the Soul,” Tabitha Brown made readers feel seen, loved, and heard, sharing the knowledge she’s gained from her own journey in life. Now, in this gorgeous keepsake journal, Tab invites readers to think more deeply about their own life paths and how to live in more love and happiness.
SHOP “SEEN, LOVED, & HEARD” HERE
Terminal B – ARV – Arrivals Candle Travel Tin

Credit: Kai Byrd Photography
There are few moments during travel that are as exciting as arriving in a new city, state, country or continent. The ARV — Arrivals candle is dedicated to that moment of arriving in a new destination far away from your original airport of departure. Imagine the excitement of walking through a fragrant and inviting duty-free as you head towards immigration and baggage claim before catching a whiff of fresh air in a new country. You’ve arrived!
SHOP TERMINAL B TRAVEL TINS HERE
Soapy Faith – Natural Artisan Soap

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Soapy Faith was created by three sisters, after one sister’s survival of breast cancer, with one powerful purpose: to build a faith-driven, family-owned, women-led, earth-conscious brand. And so, they did! Their mission is to reimagine sensitive skincare through holy-grail products that take the guesswork out of body care for those with sensitive skin and who are eczema-prone. Each skincare solution is made to be simple, fun, never boring, and inspire self-love and faith in the process.
SHOP SOAPY FAITH NATURAL ARTISAN SOAP HERE
Nike – Zenvy Leggings
Whether it’s yoga or a bike ride or a walk, you can move freely in the unbelievably soft Nike Zenvy leggings. Their InfinaSoft fabric is lightweight — but still squat-proof! — with softness that you can feel with every bend, stretch, and shift. Fewer pockets give you a streamlined look, but the drop-in pocket at the center back is still big enough to hold your phone. Plus, they’re durable enough for you to move, wash and wear again and again.

Courtesy of Nike
SHOP NIKE’S ZENVY LEGGINGS HERE
Live Tinted – Eye Masks

Credit: Kai Byrd Photography
Make your under eyes shine like the sun with these Live Tinted Copper peptide-infused Eye Masks in the shape of sun rays! These 100% biodegradable eye masks help reduce under-eye puffiness and the appearance of fine lines, while cooling hydrogel soothes, brightens, and nourishes.
SHOP LIVE TINTED HERE
Alex Elle – “How We Heal”
Healing advocate and wellness author Alex Elle offers a life-changing invitation to heal yourself and reclaim your peace. In these pages, readers will discover essential techniques for self-healing, including journaling rituals to cultivate innate strength, accessible tools for processing difficult emotions, and restorative meditations to ease the mind.
SHOP HOW WE HEAL HERE
Sending the greatest thank you to these goodie bag brands! If you’d like to gift products for the next YOU Retreat or any future Black Love Inc. events, feel free to reach out to our team at hello@blacklove.com!
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