I've been building a natural hair styling powder called MONT for almost a year now.

It's been a pretty rough journey, formulation, packaging, manufacturing, trying to get salons to even give an unknown product a chance, and spending considerably more than I've made so far 😅.

Recently, though, things have started getting interesting. I've been sending samples to professional hairstylists for genuine feedback, and Bhavishya recently tested MONT on a client and sent me this video.

Around the same time, Tushar also tested all three MONT variants and shared positive feedback about the products.

Seeing someone completely outside my own circle actually use something I formulated and manufactured is a pretty surreal feeling.

I'm still very early and definitely haven't “made it.” Right now I'm trying to figure out whether positive professional feedback can actually turn into repeat customers and a sustainable business.

Thought I'd share one small milestone from the journey. Would also genuinely love to hear what you think of the result.