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The community is still talking about the recent news of Carol’s Daughter bankruptcy. Blindsiding lovers of the natural hair brand, people are scratching their heads over what could’ve happened. While many of these questions won’t be answered, rest assured you can still get all of your favorite Carol’s Daughter products.
While you’ll still want to spend your dollars with Carol’s Daughter, it’s important to highlight other small natural hair brands you might want to consider for your regimen. Now’s a good time to think about throwing your support behind them as well.
Who will you use?
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SheaMoisture
Many natural hair divas (myself included) proudly ride on the SheaMoisture bandwagon. It’s a practical and affordable product with great results. A family company rich in history, SheaMoisture pays attention to the many hair demands providing products based on different hair types. There’s even a line of items for babies and children.
(5-Piece Snack Pack for Hair)
Oyin Handmade
Hailing from Baltimore, Maryland is Oyin Handmade, a natural hair and body company dedicated to keeping us well moisturized. The name “oyin” is Yoruba for honey that is found in many of their products. Speaking of their products did you know all were made from scratch? And they’ll soon be available in Target? MN Business went to their event to celebrate the announcement. More on that to come.
My Honey Child
Leave it to a seasoned cosmetologist and hair professional to create a product us naturalistas need. Krika Bradsher created My Honey Child in response to the need for hair products the African-American community and others could use to retain moisture. Many of the products contain essential ingredients like coconut milk and oil, shea butter, olive oil, and raw honey.
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Jessicurl
African-American women aren’t the only ones who deal with things like curls and uncontrollable texture. Jessica McGuinty created Jessicurl after sharing her natural hair recipes on NaturallyCurly message boards. It soon turned into a full line of haircare products that include fan favorites like TooShea! Extra Moisturizing Conditioner and Gelebration Spray.
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Camille Rose Naturals
Talk about a women about her business! Janell Stephens is a mother of five children and the founder of Camille Rose Naturals. Priding herself on being granddaughter of the original Mixtress™, Janell’s product line gives sheen, soft hair and much needed moisture.
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Mixed Chicks
Mixed Chicks is a line of haircare products dedicated to women who come from a blended background and need products that accommodate their diverse manes. Creators Wendy Levy and Kim Etheredge know the challenges multicultural women face and offer an assortment of items for the taking online and in stores like Target.
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Brown Butter Beauty
Lisa Price isn’t the only natural hair lady who hails from the BK. Brown Butter Beauty is the byproduct of a transformation both in health and hair as founder Christine Grant began workout out, eating better and starting her journey down the road to natural life. Her collection boasts herbal washes, sweet milk conditioners and other items a natural gal needs to maintain a beautiful ‘do.
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Darcy’s Botanicals
Let this be a lesson that you can turn your hobby into a lucrative hustle. Lysandra Taylor started Darcy’s Botanicals (the name was inspired by her daughter) in efforts to provide chemical-free products to women who wish to partake in the natural life. There are eco gift sets, cleansers and body oils for the taking.
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Make your own!
One of the perks about having natural hair are the endless amount of products you can use in your kitchen cupboards to maintain your hair. One way to save money is by creating your own homemade hair products.
