# by Humankind: Mechanical or industrial engineering, New York, United States

> by Humankind: by Humankind is a personal care brand based in New York, founded in 2017 by Brian Bushell and Joshua Goodman. Based in New York, United States.

Source: https://millionrounds.com/startup/by-humankind (Millionrounds; every figure on the page links to its filing or article)

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# by Humankind

by Humankind is a personal care brand based in New York, founded in 2017 by Brian Bushell and Joshua Goodman.

Funding reported Last round: Seed

Mechanical or industrial engineering New York, United States

Company summary

- **Founded:** 2018 8 years old
- **Team:** 3 1 to 10 people
- **Funding reported:** $4.0M in dollars
- **Last round:** Seed Feb 2019

How sure we are

- ✓ **Listed** We know it exists and what it does
- 2 **Funding reported** A company dataset reports a raise
- 3 **Observed** A filing or a dated announcement confirms a round

No round for by Humankind has been confirmed by a filing or an announcement yet, so nothing here counts toward an investor's record. [How we decide](https://millionrounds.com/methodology)

## About by Humankind

by Humankind is a personal care brand based in New York, founded in 2017 by Brian Bushell and Joshua Goodman.

The company focuses on providing sustainable, refillable personal care products while addressing the issue of single-use plastic waste. Its mission emphasizes environmental stewardship and the importance of collective responsibility in reducing plastic dependence. The brand offers a range of eco-friendly products, including refillable deodorants, shampoo bars, mouthwash tablets, and biodegradable dental floss. All products are made with clean ingredients and packaged in sustainable materials, significantly reducing plastic waste. by Humankind also features a refill program and a Plastic Neutral subscription service, allowing customers to offset their plastic footprint. Additionally, the company donates to ocean conservation efforts for every first purchase. Targeting eco-conscious consumers, by Humankind appeals to individuals who prioritize sustainability and health in their personal care routines. The brand stands out in the competitive beauty and personal care market through its innovative refillable model and commitment to charitable initiatives.

## What company datasets say by Humankind raised

Funding, as reported

Reported in all **$4.0M** in dollars

Rounds **2**

Last round **Seed**

Last round size **$1.6M**

Last round date **Feb 2019**

Investors listed **8**

SEC Form D **$4.1M sold, 4 filings, last Jan 2021**

## Founders and team

From the SEC filings it signed: 1 on the team.

- **Brian Bushell** Executive Officer, Director i

## On 3 portfolio pages

Investors who name them

- [Great Oaks Venture Capital](https://millionrounds.com/fund/great-oaks-venture-capital)
- [Miroma Ventures](https://millionrounds.com/fund/miroma-ventures)
- [Four Acres Capital](https://millionrounds.com/fund/four-acres-capital)

Each firm lists by Humankind on its own website. That is the firm's claim, a weaker thing than a round we watched, but a named source.

## The company, in detail

What they build

Known for

plastic waste activism consumers consumer goods & retail manufacturing personal care & beauty aluminum shampoo bottles zero waste routines recyclable packaging information technology & services natural toothpaste tablets refillable containers refillable oral care plastic-free packaging zero waste bamboo toothbrush aluminum refill bottles

Built with from their website

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- **Sector:** Mechanical or industrial engineering
- **Industry code:** NAICS 33992, SIC 3631
- **Region:** New York
- **Revenue:** $1.0M a year, as listed
- **Full record:** [Every detail in the company directory](https://millionrounds.com/directory/by-humankind)

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