Kreyol Essence: Castor Oil

What is Kreyol Essence?

Kreyòl Essence introduced natural hair care and skin products made with organic Haitian ingredients to the U.S. market. Kreyòl Essence’s Moringa and Haitian Black Castor Oil-based products provide an alternative to chemical products that often cause damage to hair while styling. The skincare range treats dermatitis and hydrates dry skin.

Who Owns Kreyol Essence?

Yve-Car Momperousse, the founder of Kreyòl Essence, is originally from Haiti and has an impressive resume.

Momperousse has filled multiple directorship positions and social empowerment roles. She was an elected member of the Pennsylvania state committee for a major political party before launching Kreyòl Essence, which she continues to run.

Founder’s Story

During Momperousse’s early life, her mother used Haitian Black Castor Oil as a remedy for dry and damaged hair. The oil was always effective, and it never failed her. Whenever Momperousse styled her hair with conventional straightening products, braiding, and weaving, her hair was often left damaged. She knew she could rely on the repairing qualities of the black castor oil.

Momperousse saw a gap in the U.S. market for the oil and decided she’d fill it with Kreyòl Essence. The 2010 Haiti earthquake almost stopped her. She persisted when she saw its founding could help empower the Haitian people economically.

Together with her husband and business partner Stephane Jean-Baptiste, Kreyol Essence began to expand their product offerings and eventually sought out investors to help them accelerate the growth of their business.

Is Kreyol Essence Still in Business?

Kreyòl Essence continues to operate successfully and has achieved millions of dollars in sales. The business strategy changed to sell directly to the consumer and is expanding into the Caribbean market. Kreyòl Essence employs many Haitians and established contracts with Haitian farmers, fulfilling Momperousse’s goal of empowering her community.