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From Grief to Greatness — A Brand Born in Legacy

Bayou Hair Care was born from a place of deep pain — but more importantly, from love.

After the loss of my mother, I found myself navigating grief I couldn’t put into words. In that darkness, I turned to something she always poured into me: self-care, tradition, and the sacred ritual of hair. What started as a personal healing journey became a purpose-driven brand rooted in heritage, strength, and the belief that we all have the power to reclaim our confidence.

Bayou Hair Care is more than just edge control and growth oil — it's a movement. Every product is a reflection of my mother’s legacy and a reminder that even in loss, something beautiful can grow. Our products are made to celebrate textured hair in all its forms — from defined coils to soft baby hairs. They're for the women who show up daily, who are healing, who are learning to love themselves from root to tip.

I created Bayou to empower you to feel confident — not just in your style, but in your story. And every time you lay your edges, oil your scalp, or shape your curls, I hope you feel that too.

This brand was made Bayou, for you.

— D. Jackson-Riley

Founder & CEO, Bayou Hair Care