Monat is too expensive
That’s exactly what I thought, too.
I mean, I’m the girl who felt an occasional upgrade from my usual Suave to Pantene or Herbal Essence was a fancy treat!
That was until lupus entered the picture.
What is lupus & what does it have to do with hair?
Let me explain.
Lupus is a chronic and complex autoimmune disease that can affect the joints, skin, brain, lungs, kidneys, and blood vessels, causing widespread inflammation and tissue damage in the affected organ. (LupusResearch.org)
Many people living with this condition notice gradual thinning or breakage along their hairline. Inflammation — which is a hallmark symptom of lupus — is often widespread. When it develops around the scalp and hair follicles, hair loss can occur. Hair loss can also be a side effect of the medications used to treat lupus. (Healthline.com)
The Lupus Foundation of America and the Mayo Clinic concur that lupus can cause brittle, thin hair resulting in a ragged appearance. YIKES!
I personally had notice my hair had become lackluster, thin, and brittle. I dreaded brushing, because I’d lose so much hair with each stroke of the brush. I’d even noticed a bald spot on the front right side. Ahh!
I decided I needed a better shampoo than what I was getting from Walmart. I went to Ulta so I could purchase what I had seen in a local fancy salon. For months I tried all the premium quality brands like Matrix, Paul Mitchell, Redken, and Pureology.
I did noticed improved shine and volume with several products. But nothing seemed to help strengthen my brittle strands, and… there was still the bald spot I was desperately trying to hide!
One day I was scrolling Instagram, and I noticed one of my favorite photographers, Sarah Hill, talking about a new shampoo she had been using and loving. I was obviously intrigued. I continued to watch her for months and months, all while googling things like “how to heal lupus hair" and wondering if what Sarah was using could help me?
What is Capixyl?
While investigating, I learned about a key ingredient in Monat’s products called Capixyl™, which aids in hair regrowth and maintains a well-hydrated scalp. With Red Clover Extract, Capixyl can boost stronger, thicker and healthier tresses. (MonatGlobal.com)
I finally decided to send Sarah a DM on Instagram. The rest is history!
For the past two and a half years, I’ve been using Monat hair + skincare and sharing my testimony with my family and friends.
unedited iphone selfie of me, one year after using Monat exclusively, 2019
Some have mentioned they’d love to try Monat, but it seems too expensive.
A few have expressed fears that it might not work for their unique hair needs.
I hear ya. I had those exact same thoughts.
Zero Risk
Once I understood that every Monat product is highly concentrated (seriously, one bottle of shampoo last 4-5 months… a little goes a long way) and that every product has a 30-day money back guarantee (with less than 1% return rate), there really was zero risk to try!
Monat works
Monat helped restore what autoimmune disease had damaged. My hair is now healthy, strong, and has grown the longest & thickest it’s ever been! It looks better now than it did pre-lupus. Monat is absolutely worth it to me!
Is Monat a MLM?
Yes. But, even though Monat’s business is structured as a direct selling multi-level marketing (MLM) company, you don’t have to sign up for anything. Ever. Period. You can simply buy retail and have products shipped directly to your front door like Amazon! How cool is that!
(For those curious, I’ll dive deeper into the business structure in my next blog.)
Ready to try Monat?
Awesome! Start by taking my FREE BEAUTY QUIZ below and I’ll help you select + order just the right products!
The photographer in me can’t end this post without saying…
You are worth the investment
Monat hasn’t just helped my hair.
Monat has given me confidence & renewed purpose.
When you feel better about your appearance, you show up better… in life and photos.
And THAT matters, friend.
I’m here to help you in whatever way I can with the knowledge, skills, and experience God gives me.
Here’s to shampoo and photos that make you feel beautiful…
