Merian Odesho’s guide for the right products for natural hair

Merian is the CEO, founder and formulator of Bounce Curl. She also doubles as an active member of the Cosmetic Science Society and advocates for green hair care products. Merian is dedicated to ensuring Bounce Curl hair products are low on chemicals. Her efforts in the industry have not gone unnoticed as Bounce Curl hair products have won numerous awards and have been featured on billboards and other advertising.

As a curly haired girl, Merian relates to the struggles of finding the right product. She says after endless trials of different products, she decided to do it herself. Armed with a Bachelor’s Degree in Science and her love for mixology, she was on a mission to formulate beauty products that uphold safe beauty techniques. 

Here is her guide to choose the right products for your natural hair:

• Know your hair texture

Different people have different hair textures and hair types, says Merian. In finding the right hair product, your hair texture and type are crucial as products that may work on a particular hair type can damage another. Together with her team, Merian formulated a hair quiz that helps users understand their hair type to ensure they choose the right product.

Additionally Merian stresses the importance of knowing your curl pattern and porosity. 

• Understand the ingredients used in making the product

According to Merian, very few people take an interest in the ingredients in products. This is partly why you find your hair more damaged after using some hair products.

She advises using different apps like Think Dirty, which helps you learn about the different ingredients used and the potential hazards. This will guide you in knowing which products will have the least negative effects on your hair and body. 

• The health of your hair

Before using a specific hair product, Merian says it is essential to know the health of your hair. She notes damaged hair has a different need from that which is healthy. To ensure you properly take care of your hair by using the right products, research and understand the products and their impact on your hair.

There has been a lot of debate on whether a product can be 100% natural. Merian says it all depends on the formula and the ingredients used. She says there are a lot of misconceptions about green hair care products and many people think it is impossible to achieve great hair by using products formulated using fewer chemicals. As she continues to release more green products, her goal is to educate people on the value of practising safe beauty while showing them it is possible to achieve shiny and healthy hair using green hair care products.

Overall, hair needs nourishment; the right hair care products will not only help you achieve healthy hair but will also have a positive effect on your general health.