Founder & CEO of Inclusive Beauty Line "The Lip Bar"; Clean Ingredients Advocate

Detroit, MI, USA
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Melissa R. Butler Biography

Melissa Butler is an entrepreneur and the founder of The Lip Bar, a beauty brand recognized for its focus on diversity, inclusion, and clean ingredients. Butler established The Lip Bar to challenge conventional beauty standards and address underrepresentation in the cosmetics industry. Her leadership has guided the company from a small startup to a nationally recognized brand, with products available in major retailers and noted for their vibrant colors and vegan formulations.

Throughout her career, Butler has spoken at industry conferences, business summits, and media events, sharing insights on entrepreneurship, branding, and overcoming barriers in the beauty sector. Her appearance on "Shark Tank" and features in publications such as Forbes and Essence have highlighted her expertise in business strategy and communication. Butler’s public engagements emphasize advocacy for self-expression and support for underrepresented voices in business.

Butler’s career reflects resilience in the face of skepticism and rejection, turning early setbacks into opportunities for growth and innovation. She has received recognition for her impact on the beauty industry and her mentorship of aspiring entrepreneurs. Butler’s experience demonstrates the importance of perseverance and vision in entrepreneurship, and her expertise continues to inform and engage audiences in the beauty and business communities.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/07/2025.

Melissa R. Butler Videos

A Conversation With: The Lip Bar founder, Detroit native Melissa Butler

A Conversation With: The Lip Bar founder, Detroit native Melissa Butler

Detroit native and Lip Bar founder Melissa Butler has a story to tell.

Ep.180: From Startup To Success: Melissa Butler's Journey As CEO Of The Lip Bar + Thread Beauty

Ep.180: From Startup To Success: Melissa Butler's Journey As CEO Of The Lip Bar + Thread Beauty

On this episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome Melissa Butler to the Friends in Beauty guest chair! Increasing representation and...

Melissar Butler ceo of the the lip bar was invited to the vice president house Kamala Harris

Melissar Butler ceo of the the lip bar was invited to the vice president house Kamala Harris

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