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A new class action lawsuit alleges that Monat Global Corp. promotes its haircare products as being able to help growth, but consumers say they actually lost hair and experienced irritation after using the products.
Lead plaintiffs, Trisha Whitmire and Emily Yanes de Flores, allege in their class action lawsuit that they and others purchased Monat haircare products because they were promised aid in hair growth and health; however, say the plaintiffs, the chemicals in the products actually lead to increased hair loss.
They say the misrepresentations are part of a scam by Monat to get consumers to purchase even more expensive products from them.
Both plaintiffs allege that they experienced significant hair loss after investing substantial sums in Monat products. They say they brought their concerns to the company, but were told they were going through a “detox” process and would see healthier hair if they continued to use the Monat products. They say the company also pointed the finger at suppliers when they continued to complain.
“Shamefully, hair loss claims are met with unsubstantiated claims of a ‘detox’ period that will cause increased hair loss before the purported benefits of Monat haircare products accrue or worse yet, suggestions to spend more money on still more expensive Monat haircare products,” the Monat class action lawsuit states.
Frustratingly, allege the plaintiffs, the hair loss does not stop, even after consumers stop using the Monat products.
According to the Monat class action lawsuit, Monat advertises its products as “naturally-based” and “safe.” The plaintiffs say they were drawn in by claims that the haircare products were “suitable for all skin and hair types.”
Further, allege the plaintiffs, Monat claims that their products stop hair loss and aid in regrowth. The website, according to the complaint, touts chemicals used in Monat products as clinically proven to provide a “significant decrease in hair loss effect and increase in hair regrowth.”
“In fact, MONAT Hair Care Products use numerous harsh chemicals and known human allergens. As a result of the defective nature of the MONAT Hair Care Products, they were and are unfit for their intended use and purpose,” the Monat class action lawsuit claims.
According to the class action lawsuit, many other consumers experienced the same problems and misleading responses from the haircare company; however, Monat, a multilevel marketing scheme, has scrubbed customer complaints from the internet.
The Monat class action alleges that the wealthy family running the business has even sued a woman who set up a Facebook page for those who suffered hair loss after using Monat.
The plaintiffs seek to represent Monat hair care users who purchased the products since Jan. 1, 2014.
The plaintiffs are seeking damages as well as a court order stopping Monat from allegedly misrepresenting their product to the public.
The consumers are represented by Brian W. Warwick and Janet R. Varnell of Varnell & Warwick PA, Charles J. LaDuca and William H. Anderson of Cuneo Gilbert & LaDuca LLP, John A. Yanchunis of Morgan & Morgan PA, and Joel R. Rhine and Dara Damery of Rhine Law Firm PC.
The Monat Haircare Products Class Action Lawsuit is Trisha Whitmire, et al. v. Monat Global Corp., Case No. 1:18-cv-20636, in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida.
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87 thoughts onMonat Class Action Lawsuit Says Haircare Products Lead to Hair Loss
My scalp broke out in sores and scabbed, lost tons of hair and have bald spots! Was told this was the “detoxing” process. Will NEVER use these products again! My hair is dry and lifeless!
Monat is the best thing that has ever happened to my hair. I’ll never use anything else!
I am a stylist. I started using Monat and immediately fell in love. My hair had never been better!! After almost 3 months , I woke up and my hair was awe full. Broken off around my face, dry, damaged and fried. My scalp itched non stop for a month and I also had hot flashes. So did several of my customers.. (red clover)?? I don’t think anyone would link hot flashes to a shampoo until someone tells you that. But it is true. I don’t abuse my hair. So disappointed. And was terrified I would go bald
My daughter, mother and myself also used this month product. We bought my 5 year old(at the time) the JR Monat. Her hair has fallen out in clumps and she has bald spots all over her head.
My fiance and I have been using Monat for a few months now and our hair has never been healthier! It’s thicker, shinier, and growing back in thinning , and receding spots! I have seen the products and company do AMAZING things for many people!
I used Monat for a month. The company promised it was just a detox stage I lost sooooo much hair. It’s emotionally and physically upsetting.Those products destroyed my hair.
I love what Monat has done for my hair. As a licensed cosmologist of 11 years I won’t buy anything else.
I moved from Tennessee to Colorado in June of 2017. I experienced dryer hair than normal & some temporary hair loss from a week of using steroids for a back condition in May. I had new growth coming in all over my head & no new loss. I was looking for a shampoo that was rich in moisture since I was now living in an extremely dry climate. I was referred to the Monat shampoo & moisture mask by Veronica Sanders of Spa Therapies 901-761-9551. The representative, Margie Drew, that sold the product to Spa Therapies called me approx 2 weeks ago & said I had gotten a bad bottle of shampoo and she was sending me a replacement bottle. I asked about the mask & she said it was ok to use just not the shampoo & to discontinue use. I have before pictures that were taken the day I bought the shampoo & today where I have bald spots on the left side of my head, in the front & at my crown.I am extremely distraught! Please make these people pay for me losing my hair!!!!
Product created more hair loss. Tried the Let It Grow system as they promised great result. Thinning spot much bigger after 2 bottles. NEVER AGAIN.
I’ve been using Monat hair products for almost 2 years and my hair has never been so healthy and beautiful. This comment likely will not make this page.
Made it! LOL
My results exactly. My hair has grown tremendously and is healthiest it’s been in years. I LOVE the products