Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Benea Durrett. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.
Hi Benea, thanks for joining us today. We’d love to hear from you about what you think Corporate America gets wrong in your industry and why it matters.
In light of the Crown Act being passed and breaking down the barriers and stereotypes of Ethnic hair.Constantly being discriminated against.From claiming the variety of hair styles such as aphro,locs.,braids,etc is unprofessional and a distraction . One’s hair style,type is not a reflection of a person work ethic or the ability to perform task at hand.

Benea, love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?
Passionate Cosmetologist of 20 years. Focusing on Narural and Healthy Hair Care.. formulated Unique Essentials so that consumers,other stylist,facilities can offer a natural based hair care system of salon quality nationwide. The goal is to grow,strengthen,retain hair. Instead of focusing on Mainstream retail like most I focus on securing Medical,Care Facilities to ensure that there’s adequate hygiene (HairCare) that all ethnicities and diversities can benefit from. Hair Care Matters
Have you ever had to pivot?
Acquiring the Nortons Healthcare System Contract. Working with Diversity Inclusion, Trialing through infection,disease control process for approval. Being implemented as official supplier..

We often hear about learning lessons – but just as important is unlearning lessons. Have you ever had to unlearn a lesson?
Everyone will Not Support your business to the capacity of your desire to succeed, Funding a Small Business out of pocket can be expensive
Contact Info:
- Website: Www.essentiallyuniquesalon.com
- Instagram: B_uniquessentials
- Facebook: Unique Essentials Healthy Hair Care
- Linkedin: Benea Durrett
Image Credits
Denisha McCauley

