Does anybody use youtuber made products?

I've only heard of Kimmaytube's making hair products, namely her ph balanced leave in condish. I can't say I've bought it, but I have used it tons of times ever since she showed the recipe like 2 years ago

Honestly no.  I know so many people will disagree with me and if there was a downvote button, it would be on fire when it comes to what I say:  I never considered purchasing anything from a youtuber because I feel like they are selling a dream/hype.  Especially when they try to slyly or not slyly promote it as a latest growth aid.  "Oh so if I buy this oil, my hair will hit the floor in eight weeks?" or "Oh if II buy your gel/serum or whatever, it can loosen my 4abc hair into 2a hair waves that doesn't frizz in the rain?" *pshhhttt* gurl bye with that nonsense.  I support those who are offering variety of hair products since everyone's hair doesn't respond well or are allergic to the following ingredients: coconut oil, wheat germ oil, shea butter, mango butter, tree nuts, latex, avocado oil, tea tree oil, etc.

No.....I find ways to damage my hair on my own..

Yeah I didn't intend on buying youtubers products. I'm not really fond of buying things online much anyway. I was just wondering, who actually buys them. Maybe if they were in the store, I'd look at them, because I feel like that would give them a bit more credibility (and if they were affordable)

One of the main difference b/n the youtubers and other hair companies, is that you have gotten to know them a little through youtube. Or you think you know them. With most hair companies you do not get to see the face behind the product while it is developing and in the early stages. I rather support a black sister than a large company. If they are selling a product I need. My mindset is more than just about hair, it is about support black businesses as a whole. It is always a good feeling to see a small company you purchased products from rise to popularity and you can sit back quietly and know you helped them get there, yes I love that feeling. Like Carol's Daughter going from her kitchen to small store front and now available in a variety of upscale retail stores. I do not live in NY, so I was unable to support them in their early stages, but it was still good to see. Shima has a good hair oil, blackonyx, Hair perfection by coilyhead chick is getting rave reviews. I may try her hair perfection. I purchased Taliah Wajidd products straight from her when she first came out with her line, and I can say they were always good products but they have really gotten even better. Black women are some of the largest consumers of products we should be conscious of where we put out money, nothing wrong with supporting a sister from youtube when she develops a product. Especially if you have been following the person and like their youtube presence. Support them at least once, if you do not like it then do not buy again. This is what we do when we buy from white companies. Stop giving your money away. Most products on the market make great claims about their products that is marketing. And they should believe in their product. If they do not believe in it, then I surely will not. Support black businesses.

Edited by Veemack - Nov 18 2012 at 4:09pm