Ugandan businesswoman Juliet Tumusiime has initiated a unique enterprise, Cheveux Organique, which manufactures hair extensions from banana fibers. The startup aims to provide natural and eco-friendly alternatives to synthetic hair products, enabling women to make informed choices about their beauty regimen. Unlike synthetic options, organic hair can be easily styled, treated, and colored making it ideal for braiding.
Banana fibers: The core of Cheveux Organique's product Cheveux Organique's hair extensions are made to order and retail at $50 (₹4,250) for 150 grams. Utilizing waste stems from Uganda's vast banana cultivation, the company transforms these into hair extensions. After drying and treating the fibers, they mimic the appearance, texture, and consistency of human hair.
Tumusiime plans to mechanize this largely manual extraction process in future years. Cheveux Organique: A venture with multiple benefits Tumusiime's company employs 25 full-time and over 100 part-time workers who gather waste banana stems from farms. The minimal waste generated from this process is creatively upcycled into interior decor items like woven baskets, mats, tables, and tapestries which are also sold by Cheveux Organique.
This innovative business model not only provides employment but also promotes sustainable waste management. Cheveux Organique's hair extensions: A superior alternative The hair extensions come in three shades: Cheveux Brown, Cheveux Black, and Cheveux Blonde. The hypoall.
