Q: Is Luster Products still a black-owned business?
A: Yes, we remain a 100% black-owned family business. Q: What year was Luster Products founded?
Luster Products Inc was founded in 1957, we have been in business for 67 years.
Q: Who founded Luster Products?
A: Founded by late grandfather, Fred Luster Sr, who was a barber and barber shop owner on the South Side of Chicago. His customers often complained of dry scalps and itchy hair, so he took it upon himself to create a product that catered to their hair and scalp needs.
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Q: What is your role in your family business?
A: My official title is Chief Officer of the Pink Brand, however, as a third generation Luster, I am involved in many different aspects as this is a family business. I work closely with our R&D team, run by my uncle Freddie Luster Sr., on product development. We have family members in management throughout the company, so I work closely with them, including but not limited to production and operations. My father, Jory Luster Sr, is not stuck on titles within our organization, he believes that everyone has to be involved to get the job done. So when something needs to be done, I’ll jump in to make sure our bottom line is met.
Q: Why do you all remain a family owned and operated business?
A: My grandfather knew that Luster Products Inc was more than just a hair care company. He knows that providing jobs to people in our community has allowed them to become homeowners, send their children to college, and own cars. We believe in his vision.
Q: Why do you all remain a family and black business?
A: My grandfather knew that Luster Products Inc was more than just a hair care company. He knows that providing jobs to people in our community has allowed them to become homeowners, send their children to college, and own cars. We believe in his vision,
Q: what are your passions
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A: My passions are family, creating beauty products that make people feel good about themselves, and exercise. I really enjoy spending time with my husband and kids. It is also a privilege to work in an organization with my family and people who understand the needs and wants of consumers first hand.
Q: What are your brands?
A: We are known for our brands Pink and SCurl. Our Pink brand is for women and our SCurl brand is for men with textured hair.
Q: What’s in the future for Luster’s Pink?
A: We understand that in the hair care space it is not one shoe that fits all. As people understand that people have different colors, shapes, sizes and of course they have different hair textures. We strive to continue to innovate and provide solutions to address a variety of hair needs.
Q: How can people learn more about your products?
A: Follow us on Instagram Luster’s Pink Brand (@lusterspink) • Photos and videos on Instagram Facebook Luster’s PINK | Chicago IL | Facebook and visit our website at LusterProducts.com
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Q: What are your favorite products to use on your hair?
A: Right now I’m in love with ours Gel Perfecting Shine & Hold, It keeps my hair shiny as it defines my curls and doesn’t leave a harsh crunchy feeling or white residue. Of course, our “OG”. Pink Lotion is a staple for my kids and I, the number one need of people with natural hair texture MOISTURE and our OG still delivers.
Q: Where can people find your products?
A: You can find our products on our website, in beauty supply stores and at select retailers.
Q: Can you tell us more about the Luster Foundation?
A: Our foundation was established more than 35 years ago. We have built drinking wells in Ghana, are strong supporters of the American Cancer Society, Children’s Hospitals, Youth Organizations, and many other organizations that align with our mission of giving back to those in our community.
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