Skinbrand Topicals has added WNBA star Angel Reese and Nigerian artist Rema as investors in an undisclosed funding round, as the skincare brand navigates a pullback in institutional capital for consumer startups The round reflects a broader shift in how Black-founded consumer brands are financing growth in a more restrictive venture environment. As traditional investors grow more conservative, founders are increasingly treating distribution, cultural reach, and audience trust as strategic inputs alongside cash. Capital, Control, and the Cost of Growth Since launching in 2020, Topicals has raised more than $22.6