Kester Black

Anna Ross is a Melbourne based design enthusiast and businesswoman. In 2012, she founded Kester Black, as a project to redefine the industry standard for ethically produced cosmetics by providing Australian made, professional quality, environmentally produced and cruelty free products that are inspired by beautiful design.

"I have always believed in ethical purchasing and when I was looking for nail polish that was ethically produced and environmentally friendly I was disappointed with what was available. I realised there needed to be a better option for consumers who care about both the ethics and design of their products" — Anna Ross, Founder and Director of Kester Black.

Kester Black is the result of Anna’s innovative and tireless approach to business, her love for beautiful design and her social and environmental values. Their products are the first in the world to obtain a vast suite of accreditations such as Choose Cruelty Free, International Cruelty Free, Vegan Society, Australian Made and B Corporation. They aim to redefine the industry standard for ethical cosmetics by making beautiful, quality products that have a positive social and environmental footprint. Kester Black are committed to donating 2% of revenue including in-kind donations to registered charities every year.

All Kester Black nail polishes are 10-Free™. While no nail polish can ever be fully free of chemicals, their 10-Free™ brand does not contain formaldehyde, toluene, DBP, camphor, formaldehyde resin, xylene, parabens, fragrances, phthalates and animal derived or tested ingredients. Kester Black has also never used ingredients ethyl tosylamide, triphenyl phosphate or xylene.