Cliff Vmir has announced that his FEMMÈ hair care products, which have gained viral popularity on TikTok, will now be available through nationwide distribution.
The brand has already established a strong presence on TikTok Shop while also expanding into more than 250 beauty supply stores.
Vmir explained the differences between the direct-to-consumer model and wholesale partnerships. “Wholesale requires a very different rhythm,” he said on August 20. “Many stores operate on net 30 terms, whereas Direct to Consumer offers immediate payment. Starting with 250 stores gives me the ability to test demand, track performance across regions, and scale responsibly”.
Vmir’s products cater to a range of hair needs, including natural hair, protective styles, and color-treated textures. Each product comes with step-by-step instructions designed to guide consumers through proper use. “I wanted to make it simple by including step-by-step guides on every bottle,” Vmir said.
The expansion builds on a series of developments Vmir has overseen for his brand.
Earlier this year, he opened a flagship space in Buckhead that combines a retail storefront, full-service salon, and warehouse under one roof. “Previously, I operated a warehouse and a salon suite in two separate locations, which meant constantly traveling back and forth,” he explained. “With the flagship, I wanted to bring everything under one roof. This model allows me to serve clients in the salon, oversee fulfillment, and manage operations seamlessly”.
Vmir has also discussed the staffing model for the salon, noting his initial focus on male stylists before broadening the scope. “Initially, my vision was to staff exclusively male stylists, since many women love the experience of having their hair done by men,” he said. “After I shared that idea publicly, I was approached by so many incredible female stylists who wanted to be part of it. Now, I’m focused less on gender and more on talent”.
The national rollout of FEMMÈ follows steady growth for Vmir, who began his career as a celebrity hairstylist with clients including Cardi B, Jazmine Sullivan, and Sexyy Red.
In June, he told Forbes that the brand’s expansion was part of a larger vision that had begun less than a year prior. “I really started taking my hair care brand super seriously about 10 months ago,” he said. “This is the fourth and biggest warehouse that we moved up to. In my opinion, I won’t feel like we’ve made it until I reach Walmart status because I feel like I’m only 10% of where I want to be.”
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