Showing posts with label Hair Product Reviews. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Hair Product Reviews. Show all posts
Friday, February 24, 2012
Curly Natural Hair Updo using Wonder Curl
Wonder Curl's Butter than Love duo is exceptional for those of us with dry parched curls. I was especially excited when I learned that this formula contains Shea Butter which works well when I am trying to stretch out my kinks. After using this product my hair had a nice shine, my curls came out crinkly just how I like it, there was no flaking, and even more surprisingly my hair was not weighed down.
For this updo cornrows are placed on both sides of my hair one on the left side and one on the right side. The cornrows are braided into an upwards fashion.
The middle section of my hair is left out in order to create a full curly bang in the middle. For extra curl definition I use two strand twists along with the application of the Wonder Curl Butter than Love Pudding. The hair is first braided at the root then as I work my way on down I twist. When the whole middle section has two strand twists in place I then braid them all together and place them into one Bantu Knot.
At first I was nervous about my new hair color, but after looking at this picture I know that it was the right move. It complements my skin well and my eyebrows stand out more, they have an extra full look which is super awesome.
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Friday, January 20, 2012
Washing Kinky Hair & Shea Moisture Shea Butter Shampoo
Usually I am more of a co-washer, but last night I decided to use Shea Moisture Raw Shea Butter Shampoo. After my shampoo last night my scalp felt refreshed, my hair was soft, light, and fluffy. I was trying to avoid washing my hair until the weekend but, my hair just couldn't go one other day without being washed.
Now, I did wash my hair last week, but my hair was getting weigh down from product build up so even though I didn't want to, it was time for a wash. To my surprise my was last night wasn't so bad because I used my technique that helps me to cut down on time and it keeps the tangles out of my hair.
My hair is almost always in some sort of protective style, so when I wash my hair instead of taking my cornrows or twists out I leave them in. This prevents my hair from getting tangled when I wash it and when I want to take out my plaits out its easier to do because they are moist.
Washing my hair with Shea Moisture Shampoo, was far from my typical experience. Usually after a wash before I detangle, my hair is matted and tight to the scalp. While I still did have some of this going on, it wasn't nearly as bad. What made me absolutely elated was that my hair had some poof to it which I love. I can't stand flat hair. I was able to do a big braid out style so overall I was pleased with my hair's moisture and volume after my wash. Looking for a shampoo that won't dry your hair out? This is a great buy.
Now, I did wash my hair last week, but my hair was getting weigh down from product build up so even though I didn't want to, it was time for a wash. To my surprise my was last night wasn't so bad because I used my technique that helps me to cut down on time and it keeps the tangles out of my hair.
My hair is almost always in some sort of protective style, so when I wash my hair instead of taking my cornrows or twists out I leave them in. This prevents my hair from getting tangled when I wash it and when I want to take out my plaits out its easier to do because they are moist.
Washing my hair with Shea Moisture Shampoo, was far from my typical experience. Usually after a wash before I detangle, my hair is matted and tight to the scalp. While I still did have some of this going on, it wasn't nearly as bad. What made me absolutely elated was that my hair had some poof to it which I love. I can't stand flat hair. I was able to do a big braid out style so overall I was pleased with my hair's moisture and volume after my wash. Looking for a shampoo that won't dry your hair out? This is a great buy.
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Sunday, January 1, 2012
Jane Carter Solution Nourish & Shine Review
Due to the cold winter weather, all over my body my skin is a dry mess and that includes my scalp. However, when it comes to my scalp I prefer to go lighter on my products. Especially since, for the past couple of weeks I was wearing my press n curl I didn't want heavy products weighing it down.
When my hair is in its natural state no matter what at least when it comes to my hair I am a bit more heavy handed, but for my scalp I still keep the products used on it to a minimum. On average I grease or oil my scalp about 2 to 3 times per week.
Jane Carter Solution Nourish & Shine has been my scalp's amigo for the past 3 weeks and I wanted to share my experience with this product.
Product Ingredients:
Organic Illipe
Mango
Kokom
Shea Butter
Grapefruit
Vitamins A, D, & E derived from vegetables
Sqaulene
| It has a smooth, creamy texture, dissolves nicely on the skin and hair |
What makes this product neat is that it can be used all over your body. I am always a fan of products that you can find multiple uses for, because for me it’s a big timesaver. While I was greasing my scalp in the morning getting ready for work, it was nice to have something to apply to my lips and arms in the process.
I can't stand when a product leaves me with a greasy, itchy scalp. With this product my scalp received the moisture it needed and there were no clogged pores or itchy fits afterward.
For me it was especially useful while wearing my press. I love when my hair is bouncing all over the place, and this product kept me bouncing. The sheen that it left me with was quite nice too.
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Saturday, December 3, 2011
Bouncy Curls via Jane Carter Solution
So I'm still rocking my press n' curl minus the extensions and doing a good job of avoiding the heat. Kinky curls are beautiful but if I pay $70 for a hair do please believe I'm going to make it last. I got into the shower this week, and this one portion in the back of my hair got wet and I was sure my hair was totally ruined. Then I got to thinking, a good roller set will do the trick without me resorting to using the flat iron.
I needed to use a product that was light, moisturizing, and wouldn't leave me with lifeless flat hair. Jane Carter Solution Revitalizing Leave-in Conditioner
did just that. To keep my press fresh, all I have to do is mist the ends of my hair with this fabulous leave-in, set my hair with medium to large size rollers, and within 10 minutes my hair routine is done for the night.
Day after day this product pleases me, by waking me up to full bouncy curls. Oh, and that frizzy section in the back that happened to get wet, is no longer a problem. The conditioner and the roller set smoothed that bad boy out without me putting anymore stress on my hair. The smell of the Jane Carter's leave-in is pretty sweet too, it has a light flowery fragrant smell that I absolutely love. Out of all the products from her line, this is my favorite product from her collection.
I needed to use a product that was light, moisturizing, and wouldn't leave me with lifeless flat hair. Jane Carter Solution Revitalizing Leave-in Conditioner
Day after day this product pleases me, by waking me up to full bouncy curls. Oh, and that frizzy section in the back that happened to get wet, is no longer a problem. The conditioner and the roller set smoothed that bad boy out without me putting anymore stress on my hair. The smell of the Jane Carter's leave-in is pretty sweet too, it has a light flowery fragrant smell that I absolutely love. Out of all the products from her line, this is my favorite product from her collection.
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Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Natural Hair Kitchen Confidence
If you are not familiar with "the kitchen", it is that little portion of your hair that rests right above your neck. For many of us, it is the one area where things get the most kinky. Every time we wear our hair in a upward ponytail, it's the one spot we always make sure we pay attention to.
Well, with the usage of the right products you can have kitchen confidence. Now my hair gets super out of control in regard to this area. In the past it seemed like nothing I would do would ever fix it. I would brush and brush my heart away only to be surprised by kinky knots by the end of the day.
One day, all it took was just a tiny bit of a fabulous creme and my edges laid down with little work on my part. The first product that I tried that gave me these great results was Shea Moisture Deep Treatment Masque. It has been a while since I have discovered the magic that this product does for my hair, but it was only recently that I learned what an effective tool this was for my edges. This is no doubt my number one product, it smells incredible, leaves my hair silky smooth, and now is my new found source of kitchen confidence.
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| see my kinks are under control : ) |
The next product, that I have to praise is Olive Oil Edge Control. If you check out my post Olive Oil Edge Control in Action you will see the dramatic results this product can produce. I have no shame in my game, this previous post reveals how frizzy my hair can get after a fresh wash. With one application, only using a finger tip amount of product, there was a major transformation, glorious waves with a beautiful sleek appeal.
You do not have to over brush, comb, or torture your hair with massive amounts of heat to get the results you want for your kitchen area. All you need is a tiny bit of the right product for you to lay those edges down.
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Saturday, November 26, 2011
Clip in Hair Weaves Benefits
With the convenience and ease of style that clip in hair weaves offer, it's no surprise that many women adore them. To give myself a treat and a little something different from the norm, I decided to give them a try.
Between sewing in and gluing your weaves in, clip in hair weaves may offer you the most benefit. Here are some of the pros to using them over other weaving methods.
The one disadvantage that comes along with a clip in hair weaves is that it is recommended that you do not sleep in them. By sleeping in your clip ins you can cause damage from tossing and turning, plus it's not too healthy for your scalp. It is better that you simply remove them before you go to bed, put them in the bag they came in or you can buy a storage case for them like the one that I purchased from Sally's Beauty Supply here.
My clip ins were a bit pricey but in my view well worth it. When it comes to hair you get what you pay for. You can try to be cheap if you want to and get those $10 weaves, but you will be lucky if they last you 1mth. I spent $50 for my pack of Soprano Magic Clip on Hair Extensions, and so far I love their quality.
If you do not want to spend this for clip in weaves you do not have to, you can buy clip on extensions online for as low as $25 or you can make clip in hair weaves at half the price. You can be frugal and fabulous, but just not cheap otherwise your hair will barely last you.
If you do not want to spend this for clip in weaves you do not have to, you can buy clip on extensions online for as low as $25 or you can make clip in hair weaves at half the price. You can be frugal and fabulous, but just not cheap otherwise your hair will barely last you.
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Sunday, November 13, 2011
Natural Hair Barbies for Christmas
Give your little princess the joy of having natural hair Barbies that teach your little one the beauty of her culture. The Nina Network.com is offering natural hair Barbies just in time for the holidays starting at $25 ranging to $45 for the dolls that are more of a collector's item. As a little girl I would have went crazy over these Barbies. I always have been a fan of all things extra girly, fashionable, and fly.
This doll can be purchased on The Nina Network for $25. She is wearing a braided pompadour natural hair style with an ultra chic hot pink dress with beaded embellishments.
"The Big Chop Barbie" can be purchased for $25.00. Out of all the Barbies The Nina Network offers I think that this one sends a special and important message to young girls. It shows them that you do not not have to have long hair in order to be beautiful. In American society youth are taught that long hair = beautiful, which we know is definitely not true. Some women are so attached to the idea of long hair that they would rather hang onto thinned out breaking hair, than have a full head of healthy short hair. There are many short natural hairstyles that look feminine and fabulous we just tend to overlook them.
Natural Hair Meets Glam is my favorite doll on the network simply because she is super fly. Her hair looks gorgeous and her stunning black dress looks like she is totally red carpet ready. She is a collectors item that can be purchased for $45.00, but if you love her look as much as I do, she is worth every penny.
Make Your Own Natural Hair Barbies
After browsing the net, I came across a site that offers a tutorial on giving Barbies that you already may have natural hair styles. The tutorial provides you with an easy to follow and straightforward approach to giving your baby girl's dolls a brand new natural hair do. You can check out the tutorial here.
This doll can be purchased on The Nina Network for $25. She is wearing a braided pompadour natural hair style with an ultra chic hot pink dress with beaded embellishments.
"The Big Chop Barbie" can be purchased for $25.00. Out of all the Barbies The Nina Network offers I think that this one sends a special and important message to young girls. It shows them that you do not not have to have long hair in order to be beautiful. In American society youth are taught that long hair = beautiful, which we know is definitely not true. Some women are so attached to the idea of long hair that they would rather hang onto thinned out breaking hair, than have a full head of healthy short hair. There are many short natural hairstyles that look feminine and fabulous we just tend to overlook them.
Natural Hair Meets Glam is my favorite doll on the network simply because she is super fly. Her hair looks gorgeous and her stunning black dress looks like she is totally red carpet ready. She is a collectors item that can be purchased for $45.00, but if you love her look as much as I do, she is worth every penny.
Make Your Own Natural Hair Barbies
After browsing the net, I came across a site that offers a tutorial on giving Barbies that you already may have natural hair styles. The tutorial provides you with an easy to follow and straightforward approach to giving your baby girl's dolls a brand new natural hair do. You can check out the tutorial here.
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Saturday, November 12, 2011
Waves Courtesy of Olive Oil Edge Control & Lips by Cover Girl
The waves that Olive Oil Edge Control gives me are out of this world. No other product has given me the wave definition like this magical product gives me. It gives my high bun the look that I often dreamed of, sheer sculpted elegance in a matter of minutes.
For the moment I have retired the wig, because I have decided that I want to get back into the routine of working out on a daily basis. Working out with a wig is just not happening for me. Not only is it probably extremely uncomfortable, but I would have probably ended up sweating out and destroying it.
Buns are more practical for when you are working out and it serves as a great protective hairstyle. Its getting extremely cold down here in New Jersey and when the weather is cold, you can look forward to some dried out hair, which is an even greater reason why protective styling should be implemented into your winter hair care regimen.
This weekend I decided to do something a little different and actually do my makeup for once. I purchased Cover Girl's Hot Passion Lipstick and Neutrogena Skin Clearing Oil Free Makeup. The Hot Passion was a bit too much on its own for me, so I blended it so it wasn't too overpowering. The Skin Clearing Makeup was actually pretty decent, but I felt a little washed out so I had to blend that as well. Overall though, I loved this look and I think I will being taking some more time to brush up on my makeup skills.
Absolutely impressed by the stunning styles that Olive Oil Edge Control creates. This is definitely one of my prized natural hair products.
For the moment I have retired the wig, because I have decided that I want to get back into the routine of working out on a daily basis. Working out with a wig is just not happening for me. Not only is it probably extremely uncomfortable, but I would have probably ended up sweating out and destroying it.
Buns are more practical for when you are working out and it serves as a great protective hairstyle. Its getting extremely cold down here in New Jersey and when the weather is cold, you can look forward to some dried out hair, which is an even greater reason why protective styling should be implemented into your winter hair care regimen.
This weekend I decided to do something a little different and actually do my makeup for once. I purchased Cover Girl's Hot Passion Lipstick and Neutrogena Skin Clearing Oil Free Makeup. The Hot Passion was a bit too much on its own for me, so I blended it so it wasn't too overpowering. The Skin Clearing Makeup was actually pretty decent, but I felt a little washed out so I had to blend that as well. Overall though, I loved this look and I think I will being taking some more time to brush up on my makeup skills.
Absolutely impressed by the stunning styles that Olive Oil Edge Control creates. This is definitely one of my prized natural hair products.
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Sunday, November 6, 2011
Where to Buy Weaves Online
If you want to know where to buy weaves online, Clairhair.com is a great source. Their shipping service is fast, the quality of their weaves is amazing, and you will find all of the lowest prices. Before I found Clair Hair, I had the misfortune of coming across some of the most questionable and shady sites. With their site I feel secure and I know their weaves will give me the quality that I am looking for.
Online shopping is absolutely the best! The only thing that I have never been fond of is the wait for my products. However, with this site my weaves arrive to my doorstep in no time. In my most recent purchase I ordered my product on a Monday and it was at my house by Thursday of that week. On top of that, I only paid standard shipping price to have my item shipped the same day that I ordered it.
While the prices at Clairhair.com are extremely reasonable, this does not mean the quality of the hair is sacrificed. My most recent purchase was the Creta Girl half wig that costed $19.99; it has been 3 weeks or so and my wig is still in pretty good condition. In fact, I purchased a wig from them last year and it is still in tip top shape.
To my surprise those who meet me for the first time believe this is my hair. Which I find absolutely amazing, because I know it’s not! This is definitely what drew me into making this purchase; the realistic texture that I knew would come close to that of my own.
What also contributes to their great establishment is the fact that you can view other women who have already made the purchase of the wig you have your eyes on. Customers post their YouTube video reviews right below the product that you are looking at. After seeing how amazing other fellow YouTubers looked in the Creta Girl, this was a powerful motivator for my purchase.
This wig is serving as my protective hair style for my winter haircare regimen. The front part of my hair is left out while the back part of my hair is cornrowed. Even though I am wearing a quick weave, I always take the time to moisturize my hair with my beloved Shea Moisture Deep Treatment Masque and I protect my hair at night with a satin bonnet.
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Saturday, November 5, 2011
Olive Oil Edge Control in Action
I took a visit to my local Walgreens, and I found myself splurging on hair products when that's the last thing I should be doing. Olive Oil Edge Control caught my eye because of its low price of only $3.99 and I was in dire need of something that would help me to blend my edges with my new half wig that I purchased from clairhair.com. To my surprise this product definitely works wonders, it achieves sleek style effortlessly.
Even though it may appear like a gel, it's not even close. It has more of a thick waxy texture, making a tiny amount of product sufficient enough. As you can see prior to my application of Olive Oil Edge Control, my hair is quite frizzy and kinky, but the use of this product totally transforms the look of my hair.
See a little does go a long way. Only a dab of product and the texture of my hair has a whole new look. If you happen to use this product definitely make sure that you rub this product in as good as you can. Otherwise things can get a little cakey.
I must say I am absolutely stunned and fascinated with the results. A sculpted look was achieved on my hair without the use of gels that flake, crust, or dry my hair out. For me the results lasted a couple days without the need for me to pile on any more product.
On goes my half wig, I really enjoy the blended look that it helps me to achieve. Considering purchasing this product? Well, I definitely recommend it. If you are looking for something that will mold your hair and keep your hair moisturized, this is a must have item.
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