tomnikids3
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I have to agree with you Kurlee, that makes a lot of sense.
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I have to agree with you Kurlee, that makes a lot of sense.
BostonMaria
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I don't mind if a vendor uses a base and then customizes it. The issue was that she was using bases, but telling people that she was making these products in her kitchen. Oh and I also remember her saying she was going to Africa to buy shea butter LOL when in reality she was buying this stuff from Wisconsin
Cattypus1
All loced up...
I have never tried the products but since I'm a PJ to the nth degree, it wouldn't be long before I did. I want to know what all these folks would do if it weren't so easy to panhandle on the internet and have people just send you money? Would they work harder to rebuild their businesses using their own steam or would they just go under? It irritates me to see people in intersections begging for money, it doesn't matter what the reason. I would never send money to support a business which clearly doesn't care about its customers enough to be honest and stop taking their money knowing hat there is a good chance that they will not get what they've paid for.
brooklyngal73
SteelyDan/DonaldFagenFan!
Nope, it's still $50.
She won't get much more than that, mark my words. On FB, someone commented that they'd love to help, but they didn't get an order placed in April.
She won't get much more than that, mark my words. On FB, someone commented that they'd love to help, but they didn't get an order placed in April.
Nope, it's still $50. She won't get much more than that, mark my words. On FB, someone commented that they'd love to help, but they didn't get an order placed in April.
Lol omg. my goodness! The audacity. Some people are so bold. She's not embarrassed!
I need someone of that boldness in my life. To do good deeds of course.
preciouslove0x
Well-Known Member
Her site is still up and running so there must be something else going on...
EnExitStageLeft
Well-Known Member
While I love her gel......
There are wayyyyy to many unanswered questions as to what the money would actually be going towards. Plus I really feel some type of way about her plugging another business venture, while asking for us to help her save one at the same time.
If she gives a bit more insight then I'll donate, but until then my monies will happily stay in my account.
There are wayyyyy to many unanswered questions as to what the money would actually be going towards. Plus I really feel some type of way about her plugging another business venture, while asking for us to help her save one at the same time.
If she gives a bit more insight then I'll donate, but until then my monies will happily stay in my account.
oneastrocurlie
Well-Known Member
Nope, it's still $50.
She won't get much more than that, mark my words. On FB, someone commented that they'd love to help, but they didn't get an order placed in April.
Unfortunately, her FB reviews reflect more of the same. Multiple unfulfilled orders.
BostonMaria
Well-Known Member
OMG! There are so many complaints on Facebook!
https://www.facebook.com/AfroVeda.Hair.Products?sk=reviews
I found this Buyer Beware: Afroveda video on Youtube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LGv07xJ4ApE
LHCF ladies, if you have placed an order with Afroveda within the past few days I HIGHLY SUGGEST you cancel your orders and demand a refund with Paypal. I doubt you're going to get your orders. I hate to even post this, but I have to warn my LHCF sisters of what might happen.
SimJam
Well-Known Member
Listen .... this lady needs to take a stadium of seats.
look at this other example .... Qhemet
we got all mad and crazy when they decided to close their online store AND NOT TAKE ANY ORDERS when they were retooling. If you wanted products you had to get them at specific locations while stocks lasted .... because that's the volume and turn around time they could manage at that time !!!!!
Now .... I respect Qhemet for that responsible business decision because Lord knows we all would have been ready to burn her at the stake if we ordered and could not get our products.
this isn't rocket science ... sheesh !!!!
But that wa
look at this other example .... Qhemet
we got all mad and crazy when they decided to close their online store AND NOT TAKE ANY ORDERS when they were retooling. If you wanted products you had to get them at specific locations while stocks lasted .... because that's the volume and turn around time they could manage at that time !!!!!
Now .... I respect Qhemet for that responsible business decision because Lord knows we all would have been ready to burn her at the stake if we ordered and could not get our products.
this isn't rocket science ... sheesh !!!!
But that wa
I was considering the custom product, but if her business is in shambles like y'all describing, why do so many people recommend it? Real question, cuz this is the first I'm hearing about afroveda-related drama and I check in on the hair side regularly.
I don't know. I know that people recommend Hairveda which is a different company. I guess that's why someone said do not confuse the two.
I can't see why anyone can still be sympathetic or want to donate after reading MommyDaze's post. It looks like Mala has no intention of sending out orders she already has. Can you trust her to really make hair products for the homeless or whatever she's saying? I know times can be tough, matter of fact someone here helped direct me to resources for a procedure I needed. And I made sure to pay every cent. That's all I'm saying. Do the right thing please.
If your paypal account is connected to your bank, can you contact them? In that case usually the merchant has to prove to the bank that they shipped your stuff (if I understand correctly).
Pompous Blue
Well-Known Member
Starbucks
No, you cannot get your money back through your bank. Only if you used your credit card (through PayPal) can you get your money back. I had success in getting my money back when she cut the fool with me regarding an order. I had used my American Express through PayPal and was refunded every penny!
werenumber2
Well-Known Member
I don't mind if a vendor uses a base and then customizes it. The issue was that she was using bases, but telling people that she was making these products in her kitchen. Oh and I also remember her saying she was going to Africa to buy shea butter LOL when in reality she was buying this stuff from Wisconsin
I remember when all the Afroveda drama was popping off on the NC boards but I missed THIS part! I used to order her Cocolatte and PUR Whipped Jelly back when that stuff was $8.95 a jar. 
wavezncurlz
LHCF addict
nah son! I loved her butters. They were so moisturizing and left my hair smooth. I never had a problem with shipping and cost back in the day.
Then she hiked her prices. I stayed because I loved her butters (even smelled delicious). I even turned my mom onto her.
Then she changed her formulations and the product stopped working. And her shipping was outrageous. I left her alone.
I still get the adverts from her though. I've been tempted to try her newer products but I'm so glad I resisted!
Then she hiked her prices. I stayed because I loved her butters (even smelled delicious). I even turned my mom onto her.
Then she changed her formulations and the product stopped working. And her shipping was outrageous. I left her alone.
I still get the adverts from her though. I've been tempted to try her newer products but I'm so glad I resisted!
Healthb4Length
New Member
Wow this is a HAM! To not fulfill orders and then be so bold faces and seek $$$ to start a new one! I wish I had the audacity! But my guilt would eat me alive. I stopped using her products years ago when the prices more than doubled. I never had shipping issues with her but I do remember ordering the cocolatte moisturizer and it was rancid!! So sad but she needs to learn her lesson. No support from me.
MommyDaze
New Member
This was my issue. I didn't use my credit card. I usually use my Amex, even when using Paypal because their CS is so awesome, but it was a relatively small amount to what I thought was a reputable vendor, so I paid with my checking account. Won't be making that mistake again.
brooklyngal73
SteelyDan/DonaldFagenFan!
This chick must have BALLS the size of an elephant! The absolute nerve of her to beg for money, while her customers are being left in the lurch. smh....
greenandchic
Well-Known Member
I would donate, but her lack of a true business scheme has put me off completely. She isn't taking care of her main moneymaker which is VERY bad. Plus it seems like most of the donations will be going to a new business venture that she shouldn't be dealing with at this time.
I'm all for supporting our community, but bad business sense knows no color.
I'm all for supporting our community, but bad business sense knows no color.
prettybyrd
Well-Known Member
I don't know anything about running a business like this either, but is it possible for a business like this (product based) to secure investors? I'm getting a little leary of companies asking for donations.
And I hate to be this way, but if you want my money for your business, give me the opportunity to invest in it so that my money works for you and me. Don't just take my money and I never hear from you again.
I wonder if the companies that ask for donations instead of investors do so to keep themselves free to use the money however they please. When you have investors, you are accountable to them (right?).
I love supporting black businesses, especially those that belong to black women, but something about this doesn't sit well with me, and that was before I read FB, BBB, and watched the YT videos. Too bad.
GoldenRule
Well-Known Member
Business is "devastatingly slow". No infusion of cash is going to fix that. You'll just have money and product and still no customers.
DoDo
Big Hair, Don't Care
brooklyngal73
SteelyDan/DonaldFagenFan!
Yup, still $50.... 
Nope, it's still $50.
She won't get much more than that, mark my words. On FB, someone commented that they'd love to help, but they didn't get an order placed in April.
I was considering the custom product
Honestly, I rarely see anyone recommending her products beyond the occasional posting of her sale promotions. IMO, anyone who continued to patronize her business after the base debacle appeared to be: (1) devoted vendor worshippers (who are highly protective and exhibit strong loyalties no matter what occurs); (2) ride or die product fanatics (if something works for their hair, they will continue using it even if a hooded klansman swinging a noose is doing the selling); or (3) newcomers to the healthy hair care scene.
Personally, after witnessing her funky responses to customer complaints, I never bothered to explore her product line. While I’m sorry to learn that she’s experiencing financial difficulty , I remain unapologetic in my refusal to donate to her cause.
Froreal3
haulin hard in the paint
I DARE some of these half arsed vendors to get a gofundme and ask for money from the customers they aint give two ishts about. #Wishtheywould. 
SunRai Naturals
Well-Known Member
Wow-Someone donated $1000. For that reward level she brings her product to you & up to 25 friends but you still have to pay her airfare.
No thanks!
No thanks!
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