Out of pure creativity and addressing the need to provide solutions to beautify the skins of both men and women, Alicia James has answered the call through the creation and the birthing of ‘Body Essentials’ .
In an interview with the Pepperpot Magazine, the small business owner revealed how vital such a venture is for many persons on the journey to achieving and maintaining healthy hair and skin.
“The idea of beautifying the body in terms of hair and skin has been with me for years now. Having my roots, so to speak, in a hairdressing salon, you would hear women complaining about issues with their skin and hair problems emanating from their youthful days. As a result, I always wanted to help with that,” James told the Pepperpot Magazine.
She recalled that almost immediately, she began work on acquiring the necessary manufacturing ingredients to bring a solution to the problems that she encountered.
Notably, after allowing her relatives and others to learn of her new-found products, “Body Essentials“ became a household name and is a tremendous success today.
Standing out
While other hair care products are available all across the country and worldwide, James is confident that her products stand out because they are made straight out of her own kitchen.
“I do not want any chemicals in [my products] because I do not want any reaction,” James told the Pepperpot Magazine.
The entrepreneur mentioned quite strongly that her products speak for themselves and are geared to suit Guyana’s climate. Additionally, she made it quite clear that her customers have given positive reviews after using her products.
According to the entrepreneur, the reason for her being involved in the business and even manufacturing the products herself primarily sprang from the needs of the Guyanese community. According to her, these products are comparable with foreign products of a similar nature.
The experience is quite interesting. While the same product may cost more, her products would be far less and thus would prove to be more effective, she explained. The products are also suitable for men, women and children, James added.
James remains confident that one of her success stories hinges on the fact that her products are sold in all 10 administrative regions of the country inclusive of the Massy Stores.
She stated that most of what she has taught is self-taught, but she is also confident that she will reach very far with her business venture. Through her business venture and entrepreneurial skills, meaningful and gainful employment for young people has also become a reality.
Herbal tea
Another entrepreneur venturing along the herbal/organic route is Colin Klass, former President of the Guyana Football Federation (GFF) and a Chartered Accountant. Klass is now embarking on launching the Vida Divina franchise in Guyana.
Vida Divina was founded in 2016 by Dr. Esther Ramos and Armand Puyolt. Vida Divina’s headquarters are in Fontana, California.
Klass, himself a beneficiary of the multiplicity of the company’s products, shared with the Pepperpot Magazine his experiences.
“This actually stems from my experiences with the product in the United States. Vida Divina is a tea that started the entire process. My sister actually got me involved in it, but before I get involved in anything, I always test the product to determine its geniuses. After testing, I recognised that some of the facts written are a reality in terms of the effects,” Klass attested.
He explained that one packet of tea gives the consumer about one gallon. “ You use like 16 ounces per day at your convenience. As soon as you start using it, you see the changes in your lower abdomen,” Klass shared with the Pepperpot Magazine during his interview.
Klass also related that the sale of the product affords you the opportunity to earn your money and be healthy at the same time.
The Distributor noted that his product is making tremendous success since he brought it back to Guyana and began his distribution to his friends.
He also related the health improvement stories that he has received from the persons to whom he has distributed the products.
Klass related to the Pepperpot Magazine that his energy level is rising, and he can enjoy a healthier feeling because of the product’s effectiveness.
