Olamide Olowe Steps Down as Topicals CEO, Sukiana Chancy Takes Over

Olamide Olowe has officially stepped down as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Topicals, a skincare brand she founded in 2020, and has appointed Sukiana Chancy, a former senior executive at Fenty Beauty, as her successor. Olowe will continue to work closely with the company on daily operations, focusing on brand storytelling and the long-term vision of Topicals.

Chancy's first major task will be to lead the brand's expansion into the Middle East, Europe, and additional African countries, building on Topicals' existing presence in Nigeria through Beauty Hut. Olowe's decision to bring in Chancy reflects a trend among startups seeking to scale internationally by hiring experienced executives.

Since its launch, Topicals has raised over $22 million from investors and has become a prominent skincare brand among Gen Z shoppers, particularly at Sephora.