Bio-based braiding hair made by Lillian Augusta Beauty. Braiding hair is used for hair extensions in styles like braids and twists. Photo: Lillian Augusta Beauty

How this founder is using bio-based materials to disrupt an $8B industry

Lillian Augusta Beauty is creating the future of braiding hair with safe, bio-based materials to create a more comfortable product.
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