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Dec 2023
52m 57s

Monique Rodriguez: Mielle Organics Found...

SECOND LIFE
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Though Monique Rodriguez always had an interest in beauty, she initially started her career as a nurse. Monique spent eight years in the medical field, but after experiencing a tragic life event, she returned to her passion for beauty to help work through her grief. She began experimenting with hair product formulations in the kitchen, sharing her personal h ... Show More
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