My Story

How it all started

Hi, my name is Lisa Megumi Rogers, owner of Megumi Organics. I opened a hair salon in Hawaii after experiencing a life changing allergic reaction to chemicals such as paraphenylenediamine (PPD), propylene glycol, and formaldehyde (toxic ingredients commonly found in hair dye). Having worked as a hair stylist for many years, I was exposed to these chemicals daily basis which triggered an allergic reaction. After learning more about the dangers associated with chemical processing, as well as the toxins found in cosmetics, I realized something needed to change. 
 
I began researching safer alternatives but was disappointed to discover that the many so-called “organic” and “natural” products were anything but organic and natural. It was then that I found henna, an ancient coloring method with a long, rich, and most importantly, safe history. After 12 years of beautifying clients hair I closed the salon and decided to share my experience and offer the plants that I used in the salon. I continued to expand my knowledge of plant-based hair care and to educate you on the dangers of the chemicals we are all exposed to in

How it all started

Hi, my name is Lisa Megumi Rogers, owner of Megumi Organics. I opened a hair salon in Hawaii after experiencing a life changing allergic reaction to chemicals such as paraphenylenediamine (PPD), propylene glycol, and formaldehyde (toxic ingredients commonly found in hair dye). Having worked as a hair stylist for many years, I was exposed to these chemicals daily basis which triggered an allergic reaction. After learning more about the dangers associated with chemical processing, as well as the toxins found in cosmetics, I realized something needed to change. 
 
I began researching safer alternatives but was disappointed to discover that the many so-called “organic” and “natural” products were anything but organic and natural. It was then that I found henna, an ancient coloring method with a long, rich, and most importantly, safe history. After 12 years of beautifying clients hair I closed the salon and decided to share my experience and offer the plants that I used in the salon. I continued to expand my knowledge of plant-based hair care and to educate you on the dangers of the chemicals we are all exposed to in daily life.