Dr. Monica Riley, MD, MSJ
Award-Winning Founder/CEO, Doctor of Integrative Medicine, Author, 2026 Top Innovator of the Year Holistic Health
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Meet The Expert
Dr. Monica Riley, MD, MSJ
Dr. Monica’s Natural Beauty is rooted in a century of plant-based healing, Afro-Indigenous traditions, bringing intentional wellness to women 40+ through hand-curated, sustainable skincare, haircare, and bodycare products designed specifically for Melanated Beauty.
Words To Build By: “No matter what stage of life she’s in, a woman should never sacrifice her vim, vigor, and
We are a premier, award-winning, sustainable, plant-based botanical collection that is 100% natural. No fillers, no toxins, no phthalates. Just pure, functional luxury fragrances and conscious self-care essentials.
Professional Background & Training
The Award-winning Founder: Dr. Monica Riley , MD, MSJ
Named IAOTP’s Top Innovator in Holistic Health 2026 – Dr. Monica Riley, MD,MSJ affectionately known as Dr. Monica, is a doctor of integrative medicine with over 30 years of expertise in the Holistic Health Sciences.
Dr. Monica is the award-winning Founder/CEO of Dr. Monica’s Natural Beauty, LLC™️; the plant-based body care, skin and haircare collection featuring luxurious Scentsual Scents that inspire women 40+, with careful care to Melanated Beauty, to embrace Self-Love through Self-Care. Dr. Monica’s ethos is “Self-Care IS Healthcare”™
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As a Doctor of Integrative Medicine with 30+ years of experience in the Holistic Health Sciences – Certified Clinical Aromatherapist, Master Herbalist, Certified Grief and Trauma Specialist, Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner, Breathwork Coach – I launched Dr. Monica’s Natural Beauty, LLC to provide high-performance, botanical-rich skincare that acts as self-care, specially designed to empower women over 40—with a particular focus on Melanated Beauty.
In a world where 45% of businesses fail within the first 5 years, I am proud that after 10 years of “Biz-versary” excellence, my brand remains a beacon of light, blending aromatherapy science with pure, high-quality botanical care.”
What I'm Known For
Philosophy
Dr. Monica Riley believes that self-care is not a luxury, but a vital part of your health care. She honors a century of Afro-Indigenous healing to craft plant-based products that nourish both your skin and your soul. Her true passion is helping melanated women over 40 embrace their natural beauty with confidence, vigor, and joy.
“Your self-care is your health care, and you deserve a life filled with joy, vitality, and glowing health. By honoring the powerful plant traditions of our ancestors, we do more than just heal your skin and hair—we lift up your spirit so you can shine brightly in every beautiful stage of life.”
Brand Core & Philosophy
• Afro-Indigenous Roots: Inspired by the founder’s family legacy of longevity and holistic remedies.
• The “Fab Over 40” Focus: Formulated specifically to honor the unique skin, hair, and mental wellness needs of women 40+.
• Clean & Conscious: 100% natural, toxin-free, and cruelty-free. Absolutely no fillers, phthalates, or artificial chemicals.
• Philosophy: “Self-Care is Health Care”™️. Products are designed to boost mental clarity, reduce stress, and promote sensory relaxation. “Scentsuality”