Jesseca Judy Harris-Dupart and Da Brat have teamed up to create a new line for Judy’s successful multimillion dollar haircare brand, named Kaleidoscope x Da Brat Protective Styling Collection.
What inspired you to collaborate with your wife and produce Kaleidoscope x Da Brat?
I felt like who better than to come out with a braid and twist collection. My wife has been rocking protective hairstyles for a long time, so much so that it has become a part of her brand and style. She has always kept her appearance together and with my expertise in the hair industry as well; she gave me the fragrances and her must haves. She might have not known the ingredients, but she was like if someone’s scalp is itchy, let’s help alleviate that.
Do you believe that a black owned business is more caring about producing protective hair products for African American women than regular brands?
Of course, I feel like black brands are much better to make something for the multi-cultural hair community whereas regular brands. In our multi-cultural community, this where it derives from people who to think you know when a black woman is going on vacation because they have braids. We are known for braids, twists, ponytails, even wigs if feel like other cultures are just now starting to tap into different hairstyles. That’s the space that we have dominated for a while, so we might as well start using products that are beneficial.
How is Kaleidoscope different from other brands when it comes to caring for Black hair textures?
I feel like Kaleidoscope is different because we are inclusive when it comes to hair textures, whether your hair is relaxed, or you wear wigs, or if you rock your natural hair. We are very accepting of wearing your hair differently; I stand for growth in all areas and we’re not going to judge you. I feel like our brand has always been inclusive and we want people to come as they are.
Why is it important to not only take care of the health of your hair but your scalp as well?
I think it is important to take care of the scalp because that is where the hair grows from. It’s not just the hair strands, it is the follicle. The scalp is really the lifeline of the hair; it is the foundation, literally the root to our hair being healthy.
What is your routine for prepping for a protective hair style?
My routine for prepping for a protective hairstyle, I like to make sure that my hair is full clean and detox, my scalp to be fully moisturized. I don’t want to have braids and just overlook the fact that I will have the hairstyle for a while, not have a strong base. I also am very particular about the hairstyle. When I get braids, I make sure they’re not too heavy or tight and I go to a person that cares about the health of my hair. I don’t want my edges to get pulled and then walk around telling other people that they need miracle drop because they don’t have edges. I will make sure that the style itself actually fits me. If I am in a situation where I want to wear big knotless braids, I have a conversation with the people that are doing the service. There’s a difference between big and heavy braids.
What is your favorite hair product that you have produced that has been your go-to?
My favorite go-to is not actually just one product, but it has been made into a bundle. It’s called the Judy bundle. It our leave in and miracle drops those two together are my favorite bundle because they make my wash and go so great.
You and your wife recently announced the birth of your son True. How has having a new child changed your life?
He is my fourth child; my other children are in their twenties, but having a child at this point in my life kind of puts a different perspective on things. My fear was that since I am an entrepreneur and a CEO, I would miss out on the special moments, but it has been the opposite of that. I have been able to appreciate those things, like having the opportunity to see him smile or wake up to him not having to rush to leave to go to work because I am blessed to work from home.
What do you want your children to remember you for? What kind of legacy do you hope to leave behind?
I want my children to know that anything is possible, that they should pursue their dreams and leave an impact on life. That doesn’t mean that they must have all these followers or be on TV or anything like that. The people around you can give them your full purpose.
What can fans expect from the new season of Brat loves Judy? Will fans get to see you in action of being a businesswoman and mother?
We are not filming Brat loves Judy, but we are filming a baby special. In the special, fans will get to see more about the baby and hospital footage that we had never released before. A lot of first moments!
Can you provide me with information about the ways in which our readers can stay connected?
They can follow me on my social media platforms @darealbbjudy across every platform.
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