Design Essentials Uganda
Design Essentials was founded by Cornell McBride Senior who was one of two partners who established M&M Products Company.
This company was involved in developing a formula that eventually became Sta-Sof-Fro, the first product to actually soften natural black hair. By the mid-1980s, M&M Products had four national brands: Sta-Sof-Fro, Sof-N-Free, Moxie and Curly Perm. In 1989 McBride and his partner sold M&M Products to Johnson Products. In 1990 McBride went on to establish McBride Research Laboratories (MRL). MRL deve
05/01/2026
What are your hair resolutions for 2026? β¨ππΎβοΈ
A fresh cut? Going short? Bangs? A new color? π¨
Or simply more consistency for healthier, shinier, more beautiful hair? ππ«
Tell us everything in the comments ππΎ
Design Essentials will be right by your side for every hair mood β always here to love on your crown ππ
25/12/2025
Merry Christmas! π
Design Essentials wishes you a season filled with joy, peace, and beautiful moments shared with loved ones. β¨π
12/12/2025
π₯π Meet Sleek Max Edge Control, the pro-level finishing gel for clean, polished, long-lasting edges!
This high-hold formula:
β’ tames baby hairs and edges with precision
β’ delivers long-lasting hold with no flakes
β’ leaves a smooth, shiny, flawless finish
β’ works on all hair textures β¨
Perfect for sleek styles, sharp detailing, and salon-quality results anytime.
Sleek Max Edge Control β hold, shine, precision. ππ₯
11/12/2025
β¨π With , the African ChΓ©bΓ© collection β crafted for healthy hair growth β is made for the whole family! πβ¨
This little queen π§π½β¨ reminds us that strong, beautiful hair begins with gentle care, the right products, and shared moments.
Discover the essentials:
π Herbal Pre-Wash Intense Repair Masque
β’ Deeply repairs before shampooing
β’ Strengthens the hair shaft
β’ Reduces breakage and prepares hair for healthier growth πΏβ¨
π Braid & Twist-Out Strengthening CrΓ¨me
β’ Locks in moisture
β’ Makes styling easier (braids, twists, twist-outsβ¦)
β’ Protects lengths and supports growth πͺπΎπΈ
Hair care is a family journey.
African ChΓ©bΓ© β strength, care, growth. πβ¨
27/11/2025
Have you tried the Vitamin Drops from yet? πβ¨
This little magic oil delivers essential vitamins directly to the scalp, keeping it nourished, soothed and promoting healthy hair growth ππΏ
β¨ Why we love it:
Enriched with Vitamin E, jojoba oil & sweet almond oil
Provides a direct boost of vitamins to the scalp
Deeply nourishes and hydrates
Helps soothe dryness and itchiness
Adds shine without weighing the hair down β¨
π§ How to use it:
βοΈ Apply a few drops directly to the scalp
βοΈ Massage for 2β3 minutes to stimulate circulation
βοΈ Use between wash days or to seal in moisture
π Ready for a nourished, glowing scalp and healthier hair? ππΎβοΈπ
Tell me if youβve tried it! π
This beauty simply cannot live without our Wash Day Deep Moisture Masque β¨
A deeply moisturizing mask that nourishes curls from within, softens the hair, boosts shine, and makes detangling a breeze πβ¨
Because caring for your hair is caring for yourself π§πΎβοΈπΏ
Who else is obsessed with it? π
β¨ Meet the Design Essentials ChΓ©bΓ© Collection β with the star of the show: the ChΓ©bΓ© Leave-In! β¨
Inspired by the ancestral Chadian ChΓ©bΓ© tradition, this collection is all about deep nourishment, strength, and long-lasting moisture for textured hair πΏπ.
The real game-changer? The ChΓ©bΓ© Leave-In.
Rich, creamy, and packed with shea butter, hydrating oils, and ChΓ©bΓ© extract, it delivers the perfect balance of moisture and protection. It softens, strengthens, and helps your hair retain length, all while enhancing natural curls with effortless definition β¨.
Whether your hair is curly, coily, or kinky, the ChΓ©bΓ© Leave-In keeps it smooth, manageable, and deeply moisturized β without weighing it down. It seals in hydration, protects from breakage, and gives your strands that healthy, luminous finish π«ππΎβοΈ.
If youβre dreaming of nourished, flourishing hair, the ChΓ©bΓ© Leave-In is the must-have hero in your routine ππ±.
13/11/2025
π§πΎβοΈβ¨ Healthy hair starts with a healthy scalp β and the Scalp Care range by has you covered from the roots!
Whether you're dealing with dryness, itchiness, or buildup, this soothing line brings balance, comfort, and freshness to your scalp ππΎβοΈπ
Because strong, beautiful hair begins at the foundation π±β¨
30/10/2025
π§ Daily hydration, natural shine β¨
The Daily Moisturizing Lotion by Design Essentials is enriched with jojoba oil, shea butter, and vitamin E πΏ.
It nourishes, softens, and protects your hair, restoring its flexibility and glow π«.
π Apply a small amount to dry or damp hair, section by section.
πβοΈ Gently massage to distribute evenly, then style as desired.
β¨ The result: moisturized, soft, and radiant hair β every single day π
27/10/2025
Twist. Sculpt. Slay.
The Loc & Braid Styling Gel by Design Essentials keeps every style sleek, defined, and flake-free β from tight twists to fresh retwists.
π§ Infused with Aloe Vera and Honey, it provides long-lasting hold, hydration, and shine without buildup or stiffness.
Perfect for braids, locs, and protective styles β because your roots deserve style and care.
β¨ Smooth it. Style it. Lock it in.
17/10/2025
Thinning edges? Sparse temples? This treatment was made for you.
π§ Edge & Temple Strengthening Oil from the Scalp & Care line strengthens, nourishes and stimulates growth right from the root.
Infused with biotin (vitamin B7) and castor oil, its lightweight formula absorbs easily without leaving a greasy feel β reinforcing the most delicate areas of your scalp.
The result: fuller edges, revitalized temples, and a healthy scalp.
β¨ Perfect for daily massages or targeted treatments on fragile areas.
13/10/2025
β¨ So tell us β are you more of a mousse, gel, or jelly person when it comes to defining your curls? π
If you havenβt tried the Design Essentials Curl Enhancing Mousse yet, nowβs the time! π
Lightweight, non-crunchy, and super hydrating β it defines your curls while adding shine, bounce, and softness πΏ
π§ Key ingredients:
π€© Sweet Almond Oil to nourish and smooth
π₯ Avocado Oil to hydrate and strengthen
π§‘ Wheat Protein for elasticity and natural hold
The result? Soft, bouncy, frizz-free curls with zero residue β¨
π¬ Letβs hear it: are you team mousse, gel, or jelly?
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Plot 32 Kampala Road(Central Building) Next To Cairo Bank
Kampala
Opening Hours
| Monday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| 18:00 - 19:00 | |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| 18:00 - 19:00 | |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| 18:00 - 19:00 | |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| 18:00 - 19:00 | |
| Friday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| 18:00 - 19:00 | |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| 18:00 - 19:00 |
