So I tried this quick updo after I took down my 2-strand twists.
Updo from 2 strand twist out
Jan23
LOTD: Quick twistout updo!
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Jan19
Tribe Called Curl & Karen’s Body Beautiful Holiday meetup!
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Just before jetting off for the Christmas holidays, I attended the holiday meetup/conversation/get-together hosted by Tribe Called Curl and Karen’s Body Beautiful. Tribe Called Curl is an up-and-coming online community dedicated to natural hair. Imani (the founder) and Karen (from KBB) started the discussion, provided advice and shared experiences on living with natural hair. There was lots of information, camaraderie and bonding with other naturals! Of course the product junkie in me had to do a little holiday shopping and picked up some Sweet Ambrosia!! Have you guys tried this?? I had a wonderful time at the event and even had dinner at a really good Egyptian restaurant, Black Iris.
Shout out to Dasheeda!!
So here are a few pics! Did anyone attend??
Karen (right)
Jan6
Last Chance for SheaMoisture lovers!
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Image courtesy of SheaMoisture
Just a quick note: This weekend is the last chance to visit the SheaMoisture booth in Bryant Park at 42nd Street. They have their entire line of products including their men’s grooming and baby line (and some items that I have not seen consistently in stores). I have been hauling and I will be back for some more goodies. As I have mentioned before, I really like this natural line and they are good for naturals, non-naturals and those transitioning. I also have picked up some of their body care items that I am liking so far. I think that they may still have the 3 for $20 offer, which is a steal of a deal!!!
So head on the Bryant Park and check it out. Last day is Sunday January 8th.
Let me know what you guys haul!!!
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Dec30
My favourite products of 2011!!
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The countdown to 2012 has begun!!!
I enjoyed digging into beauty this year. I loved that we embraced colour, texture, prints or anything bold. It was ok to colour block or to dress with some opulence. I love that these trends will continue into 2012. I’m over all-neutral looks.
So here’s what I loved in 2011 (in no particular order):
1) Becca Beach Tints
I love this product! I have it in Peach and it is probably the easiest blush to apply. Super smooth texture and it just melts into the skin making to colour look like it came from within. Works on all skin types. A must have in all seasons!
Nov24
This might just be the best shampoo ever….
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I’m talking about the SheaMoisture Organic Raw Shea Butter Moisture Retention Shampoo with Sea Kelp, Argan Oil & Shea Butter for dry, damaged hair. I have been using this shampoo for about a year now. AND I LOVE IT!!!!!
SheaMoisture Organic Raw Shea Butter Moisture Retention Shampoo, image courtesy of Target.com
While I was a relaxed girl, as a matter of fact, I have always have problems with shampoos drying my hair and scalp out. I would often feel like my scalp was tightening and pulling away from my hair. Fast forward to last year as a natural. Now my hair is growing and kinky and my number 1 goal is to prevent my hair from completely drying out when I wash it and to still effectively cleanse it. I have tried other natural shampoos and many of them while they work, they also did not suds enough for my liking. A little bit of sudsing or foaming is actually good because it helps trap and remove oil and dirt. It’s when there is excessive bubble action when the skin and hair feels dry. I also avoid traditional shampoos with certain sulphates and their derivatives like sodium lauryl sulphate, ammonium laureth sulphate etc. This is one of the moves that I have made that has totally changed the health and condition of my hair. I stick to the gentle cleansers that can remove water-soluble products.
Nov13
LOTD: Natural hair twistout
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Just a quick picture of my twistout.
2 Strand twistout
I keep my hair in a 2-strand twist about 95 % of the time. It’s just easy. But a few days before washing and deep conditioning, I take the twists out to allow my hair to breathe, rest, whatever. I usually braid the roots and twist the rest of the hair. As for products, right now I am using my ever faithful Oyin Handmade products and some other items.
Sep12
Are you America’s Next Top Naturalista?
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Karen’s Body Beautiful and upcoming online community Tribe Called Curl are holding a natural hair model search.
The Details
Seeking women of color, aged 18-50, to flaunt their fierce, fabulous tresses at our natural hair photo shoot. We’re looking for natural hair styles from TWAs, Faux Hawks and Wash & Go’s to long, lovely locs and everything in between. Straight heads should come on down too! All shapes and sizes, and every luscious color of the spectrum from French Vanilla to the richest Ebony are welcome. We want you and your gorgeous mane to help spark a natural hair revolution! Selected models will work with our glam team for professional quality digital photos.
Date
Friday, September 16, 2011
Time
4pm-8pm
Location
Simple Studios
134 West 29h Street
New York, NY 10001
Arrive ontime and bring a current photo. Be available for photoshoot on 09/18/11
Are you ready?
Jun30
Product Review: Have you tried Bee Hold Curly Butter?
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Image courtesty of Bee Mine
This is one of the products that I have heard a lot of buzzz about from curly heads for years. Bee Hold Curly Butter is made by the company Bee Mine and it is probably their best selling product. Always the first to sell out and I had to make sure I snapped it up. I bought mine from Ecodermis & Wolfberry in Brooklyn (right off Eastern Parkway) and I got the last one!!
Apr28
Just a quick note
Image courtesy of GeorgiaNY.com
Hey!
There is a Carol’s Daughter/natural hair event going on tomorrow, Friday 29th at Georgia NY.
Location: Georgia NY
Address: 89a East Houston Street, NYC
Time: 5p -9p
See you there!!
Mar17
Make Up For Ever does HD…Not Retouched!!!
This week, Make Up For Ever launched its HD NOT RETOUCHED campaign. Everyone knows (or should know) that these days ads, photos and videos are retouched. You may be surprised at how much is done, lashes drawn in, fine lines and wrinkles erased, dimples eradicated, pretty much the subject is made perfect. So folks should not even stress out trying to look like a model in a magazine, ‘cuz a lot of it is not real. By highlighting their HD line, they hope to show that anyone could get makeup with a flawless finish.
Here’s the promo image. Courtesy of Style.com
Unretouched photo!
