If you consider yourself a curly-haired product junkie, Mielle Organics is definitely for you! Having naturally curly hair was a struggle for me, especially during my middle and high school years. I was frequently laughed at for showing off my long, spiral mane and people told me to quit slacking off and brush my “bad hair.” For a few years, I straightened my hair, feeling ashamed of its natural texture while constantly bleaching and adding harsh chemicals, which lead me to the “Big Chop” on August 2017. It was then when I decided to put a huge STOP on using chemicals that straightened my hair and give birth to a new beginning, and embrace my curls.
I began exploring my natural hair texture using various haircare products such as Cantu, DevaCurl, Shea Moisture, and True by Made Beautiful. Some of these products have resulted to be quite effective on my hair type, but as ambitious as I try to be, I wanted to keep experimenting to achieve soft, luscious, and bouncy curls. It was then, when I walked to Sally’s Beauty Supply and asked the store clerk which was the best curly-hair product she could recommend; without a word, she chose a bright pink bottle and handed it to me, saying “This is all you need.” I marveled at its colorful flowery packaging and carefully opened its cap, and an array of fruity aromas indulged my senses. It was in that moment when I realized my relationship with Mielle Organics will turn into a ravishing journey to enliven my natural curls.
Mielle Organics is an Indiana-based haircare brand founded by CEO Monique Rodríguez, which uses healthy ingredients for your mane to stand out in its truest form. It is an assortment of herbs and components, which include ginger, honey, avocado, babassu oil, mint, white peony, almond, mongongo, and sacha inchi oils. For anyone unknown to babassu oil, Mielle Organics’ official website explains it as an ingredient “derived from an Amazonian palm fruit that consists of high sterols and tocopherols. A naturally derived surfactant from corn starch glucose which contains naturally fatty alcohol for moisture. It yields a high foaming power which improves the conditioning of the shampoo without stripping the hair, leaving it soft and moisturized.” Sacha inchi oil is explained as a “natural South American superfood [which] derives from a nut that provides a rich vegetable source of omega-3 fatty acids, proteins, vitamins and antioxidants. This lightweight oil seals in moisture and helps protects hair from damage.” As I read its contents, I felt more convinced to try it out.
To cleanse my scalp, I used Babassu Oil Conditioning Sulfate-Free Shampoo ($15.00). Meant for curly, kinky, straight, and wavy hair, this organic shampoo (which contains Hibiscus extract) left my hair clean, soft, and strong. I did not feel my hair with any residue whatsoever and it contains a pure, chemical-free scent (I personally think it smells like soft mint).
Next, I used Protein-Free Hydrating Conditioner with Mongongo Oil ($14.99 each), which not only has an incredibly sweet, flowery scent, but also moisturizes and protects my hair from heat damage. This conditioner left my hair silky smooth from root to tip, which is perfect for everyone who is protein sensitive. After applying it, I waited 15 minutes to rinse it off.
After gently drying my hair with a cotton t-shirt (you can also dry it with a microfiber towel), I applied what I call “Heaven in a Bottle:” Brazilian Curly Cocktail Curl Cream ($11.00). The second I opened the cap, I discovered the most pleasing scent I have ever laid my nose upon; I think it smelled like a well-balanced mixture of fruit and roses. I totally agree when the website describes this cream as “a curly girl’s dream to have soft, defined, frizz free curls,” because it literally leaves your curls so healthy, you would like to be playing with your hair all day, in lieu of studying. This cream “contains a blend of organic Brazilian oils like Babassu, Buriti Buriti, Copaiba Oil and Muru Muru,” which absorb “into the hair shaft locking in moisture and giving the ultimate definition and moisture.”
I proceeded to diffuse my hair for 20 minutes (since my hair is still short) and was awestruck with the results! My curls have never felt so smooth or juicy before, which made me feel even more satisfied with this product. My hair is a combination between 3a and 3b, which means my spirals are more defined at the top and sides. The curls on the back of my hair contain less definition, which means I have to scrunch it more to gain more volume and texture. Brazilian Curly Cocktail left my hair filled with gorgeous texture and beautiful, bouncy curls. I would only recommend everyone who styles on the rush, to quickly diffuse your hair after applying this cream because it leaves your hair a bit crunchy if you let it air dry. If you are not in a rush, you will gain these results on day two because your hair will have absorbed all its needed moisture. Then, your curls will look on fleek!
Overall, I would highly recommend everyone to try out Mielle Organics because it includes diverse products destined for different hair types. Personally, I will stick to this brand for a long time for I feel pleased with my curls’ results. I bought them at Sally’s at a nice bargain (buy two, get one free), so I was able to buy three products for the price of two. But seriously, if you are able to invest in a haircare product that gives you ravishing curls, Mielle Organics is undoubtedly worth it!