We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Lacretia Atkins. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Lacretia below.
Alright, Lacretia thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. We’d love to have you retell us the story behind how you came up with the idea for your business, I think our audience would really enjoy hearing the backstory.
In 2013 I lost everything which caused me to go into a deep depression I wanted to take my own life. I was lost I felt alone but I could hear a sound sweet voice telling me it’s time to go home. To God be the glory growing up as church kid I can remember watching my mom labor and cry out to God When trials came or she’ll sing praise & worship songs, That’s what I had to hold on to to pick me back up move back home, learn life all over again. During this journey I started to get closer to god, help me work on areas where I was weak plus working on loving me again.
When it comes to self-love connecting with yourself on a deeper level leads to extraordinary relationships, connections & spiritual growth.
As the journey continues I had to make a change with my health I started losing my hair, my weight was up and down enough was enough. I wanted to explore the organic world lol geesh it was a lot to learn but I had/currently still have my notebooks. With having a deeper appreciation for being plant-based it lead to becoming a herbalist. Learning of every herb, flower, plants, cold pressed unrefined oils it’s properties | benefits I started formulating which lead to my brand: MIXÈDD ORGANIC HAIR OIL
10 years of research
Mixèdd Organic
A Deeper Understanding
Lacretia Reenà birthed MOHO in 2019, bringing a new flavor to the organic world. Trying out countless products nothing worked which lead to endless research in herbalism, dried flowers & cold pressed oils. During this process i decided to make a lifestyle change: mentally, physically & spiritually realizing hair loss isn’t just about the product you use it’s what we put in our bodies; change starts from the inside out. MOHO specializes in special formulas for men, women & children. Detoxing the scalp, adding long lasting moisture, while putting you in your zen
The goal is to be the GOAL!
Lacretia, 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?
Mixèdd Organic prides itself for years of research from Cold pressed unrefined oils, butters, essential oils, Herbs and dried flowers. With special care learning the properties from benefits and or effects they have on Hair/Scalp | Body & Medical conditions. With extensive research MOHO has been able to create special formulas targeting all hair types/conditions We are 100% ALL NATURAL, ORGANIC, VEGAN & PLANT-BASED. We also have blends of herbs & flowers that stem from the earth again formulated for all hair/skin types. Even our scalp detox scrub formula ingredients is vegan | unrefined. MOHO is safe for anyone men, women, kids and infants. Each ingredient is safe for sensitive skin, medical conditions & eczema. You won’t have to stress about flare ups, breakouts being we are hypoallergenic
For labeling on products ingredients are not disclosed due to hard years of research, years of testing to be sure Mixèdd Organic customers/family are getting the absolute best again this is personal i pride myself in my knowledge my ingredients I prayed for this is special to me (owner)
If you have any allergies such as:
Tree nuts: ex, walnuts, almond & hazelnut
Cold pressed unrefined butter: Shea cocoa butter, mango Herbs & flowers Essential oils I can create formulas create formulas catered to each individual need when you order from the website
We’d love to hear the story of how you built up your social media audience?
Running | building a business isn’t for the weak. When you are dedicated to your brand creatively the stops are endless. Starting from the bottom you must be prepared for minimal likes, low comments unengaged audience. But don’t quit.
Keep a notebook at all times or use your notes in your phone. Jot down ideas, create batch content and have all your ducks in a row. Most importantly always always be willing to learn
I pride myself in being my own everything when it comes to my brands. True growth takes time, visions will come to life before you know it; it has manifest
I thank god for my many talents. I made my own website, labels, logos and more. If you’re like me canva will be your best friend. If you aren’t familiar YouTube will guide you every step of the way.
Starting my research in 2013 launching in 2019 I was so nervous. I made sure everything was ready before launch. Posting content on Facebook | Instagram building the social media relationships creating a Moho family all over the world.
If I can leave you with anything is don’t give up on your vision. Pray and allow god to lead you step by step. I promise I’m a living witness to what god can do. Sit down be patient with yourself, learn take notes, stay humble and keep building
Fast forward to 2023 I’m still building but MOHO now has its own home you can shop Instore and online
Believe
How did you put together the initial capital you needed to start your business?
Mixèdd Organic is 1 of 5 businesses I launched. Learning the logistics for business definitely taught me a lot. I funded everything out of pocket currently still am. Now it’s expensive cold pressed oil, butters | herbs can be pricey. I find the balance now by going to health food stores or making my own at home to save money that’s the good thing about using herbs | flowers | plants
Before I launched I sat down grabbed my laptop made a spreadsheet for the cost of every oil, herb, plant, flower, inventory, labels and packaging. I started reaching affordable places to get high quality products and bottles for what I needed.
I also ordered small quantities until MOHO was well known.
When creating your brand be sure to do your research before presenting it to the world
Contact Info:
- Website: www.mixeddorganichaircare.shop
- Instagram: mixeddorganichairoil20
- Facebook: www.Facebook.com/mixeddorganichairoils
Image Credits
Myself | Lacretia Reenà