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HOTD 5.10.13
Posted in Photos of the Day
Tagged 3c, 4a, 4b, 4c, natural, natural beauty, natural hair, Natural Hair journey, natural hair styling, teamnatural, totaldivarea, wash and go
Cantu Shea Butter for Naturals Deep Treatment Masque Review
So I am back with another review, on the Cantu Shea Butter for Naturals Deep Treatment Masque.
I after I did my last review on the Cantu for Naturals line, I couldn’t wait to try out the rest of the line; first up was the Deep Treatment Masque.
I picked this up from my local CVS, for about $8.99, which was right in the price range for CVS. I definitely could have gotten it cheaper at Wal-Mart for about $6.99, however, my local Wal-Mart was completely sold out. But it was OK; it was still under $10, which is still a great price for a deep conditioner that is in a 12oz jar.
When it comes to Deep conditioners for my hair I always look for one that are thick and creamy, and this Deep Conditioner checks out in that area. This product contains No Mineral Oil, Sulfates, Parabens, Silicone, Phthalates, Gluten, Paraffin, Propylene, PABA or DEA.
When I first used it, I applied it to freshly washed hair. I felt like as I applied it melted my strands and I was able to get A LOT of detangling done. I left it in overnight and paired it with my heat therapy wrap (you can use a warm towel as a substitute), once I rinsed, my hair felt soft and moisturized and more manageable. I’ve used this deep conditioner numerous times at a minimum of 30 minutes and achieved the same results.
Pros:
- Moisturizing
- Left my hair feeling soft
- Can detangle with it
- Can be used as a leave in conditioner (per directions)
- Relatively free of harsh ingredients and other chemicals
I don’t really have any cons. I enjoyed it and I will definitely pick it up again.
Make sure you guys go check out my YouTube Video where I have a giveaway going on for the product!!!
Posted in Natural Hair
Tagged 3c, 4b, 4c, cantu shea butter, cantu. 4a, conditioner, deep condition, deep treatment masque, masque, natural hair, shea butter, team natural
2 Years Natural Length Check
Posted in Natural Hair
Tagged 3c, 4a, 4b, 4c, blow out, growth, hair, hair care, hair journey, length check, natural, natural hair, Natural Hair journey, natural hair styling, teamnatural, totaldivarea
My Thoughts on Protective Styling
So started a protective style challenge back in September 2012. It was originally not on purpose, LOL, I just realized I spent the whole month of September in constant protective styles, so I decided just to continue doing so. My goal was to keep my hair in protective/low manipulation hair styles until my 2 year Naturalversary (which was April 9th, 2013).
Once I started my PSC, I was kind of bored. In the beginning all I was doing was different variations of the Marley Bun…LOL. Which don’t get me wrong I love my Marley Bun, but I just couldn’t justify doing that for the next 6 months…LOL. So eventually I stopped thinking about and just did styles as I thought of them, as you will see some examples below.
I did give my hair a break a day or two, here and there. Just to give my edges and nape a break as well. Also, before I decided to start my challenge, I already had a scheduled heat pass for October, for Fernando’s birthday, which I still took; at that time I blew out my hair (pictured below).
I probably wore my hair out about 5-6 times over the 7 month time frame.
I did notice that my hair was moisturized and I didn’t need to moisturize constantly. Sometimes I went 4-5 days w/o re-moisturizing my hair, sometimes longer. Especially when I did my mini braids. My ends feel very smooth and healthy, which was an awesome plus. Every time I took down a style I felt like my hair was softer and more manageable. What I did find it that protective styling kept my mind off of length which made me focus more on health, which in return gave me length 
.
Overall, I would say I really enjoyed protective styling and I will probably pick it back up in the fall…HOWEVER, for the next 4-5 months I have NO intentions of protective styling. As much as I enjoyed it, I still enjoy my hair out more. PLUS, my hair LOVES the sun and warmth of the spring and summer months, so I will not deprive her of that…LOL
MY Pros and Cons of Protective Styling:
PROS:
- Time Saver
- Helps retain length and moisture
- Low maintenance
- Versatile
- Protects your ends from damage
- Just gives you hair an overall break
CONS:
- Can get very boring & repetitive
YUP! That’s my only CON. I gets PRETTY BORING!! Protective styling is not everyone’s taste. Do I think it’s crucial to my hair journey? NO, it’s not CRUCIAL, but it doesn’t hurt to do it every once in a while.
What are you guys’ thoughts on protective styling??
Posted in Natural Hair
Tagged 3c, 4a, 4b, 4c, change, growth, hair, hair care, hair journey, journey, natural, natural hair, Natural Hair journey, natural hair styling, protective styling, team natural
My 2 Year Naturalversary! (Progression Video)
My Naturalversary was April 9th, 2013
Posted in Natural Hair
Tagged 2 years, 3c, 4a, 4b, 4c, carol's daughter, change, growth, hair, hair care, hair goals, natural, natural hair, Natural Hair journey, natural hair styling, team natural, totaldivarea
Cantu Shea Butter for Naturals Review & Giveway
First, I would like to say thank you to Cantu for contacting me to try these products out. Everyone knows that the Cantu Shea Butter Leave In Conditioner has been a staple in my hair regimen since before I even went natural and I swear by it to this day.
So I was given the opportunity to try out 3 out of the 6 Cantu Shea Butter for Naturals hair products. I was sent the Moisturizing Curl Activator Cream, Coconut Curling Cream and the Coconut Milk Shine & Hold Mist. All of these products contain No Mineral Oil, Sulfates, Parabens, Silicone, Phthalates, Gluten, Paraffin, Propylene, PABA or DEA. These products are very inexpensive retailing way under $10 and very accessible. I did a review and demo on my YouTube Channel, which you can check out here. I just want to go through and some of my pros and cons on each product.
Posted in Natural Hair
Tagged 3c, 4a, 4b, 4c, braid out, cantu, cantu for natural, cantu shea butter, cocnut oilt, coconut curling cream, creammy, creamy, curl activator, definition, gel, hair, hair care, hair journey, hold, lasting, leave in, mist, natural hair, Natural Hair journey, pina colada, shine, shine and hold mist, twist out, wig
Janelle Monáe Inspired Updo (Protective Style)
Another quick and easy protective style!
Products Used:
- Shea Butter Mix
- Soft Bristle Brush
- Bobbi Pins
Posted in Natural Hair
Tagged 3c, 4a 4b, 4c, curly, hair, hair journey, journey, kinky, makeup, natural, natural hair, team natural, totaldivarea, tutorial, video, youtube
A Trip through My Wash Day!! (Deep Condition Week)
So I skipped wash day last week so it’s been about 13 days since my last wash and I think it is about that time! 
YUP, a Hot mess!! LOL…But that’s ok, nothing a little deep conditioning can’t handle.
But since I went so long with out washing, I decided to do an Apple Cider Vinegar Rinse before I shampooed. Some do this before they shampoo, I’ve seen people do it after they’ve shampooed and conditioned, but for me since I really only like the ACV rinse to cleanse my scalp and I am NOT fond of the smell so,I do it first. Continue reading
It’s a Reveiw: The “New” Hair Milk Collection from Carol’s Daughter
So you guys know that a rarely switch up on my products and if I do I must be out of the product that I was originally using. So I ran out of my Herbal Essence Hello Hydration conditioner, which I use for co-washing. Now this is an easily accessible item I can find pretty much anywhere. But I was in Macy’s re stocking on my Deep Conditioner from Carols’ Daughter. And I saw she re-vamped the Hair Milk Collection. Continue reading
Posted in Natural Hair
Tagged 4a, 4b, 4c, carol's daughter, co-wash, cowash, hair milk, leave in, leavein, natural, natural hair, Natural Hair journey, natural hair styling, pudding, style pudding, totaldivarea, twist out, twists, women
Braid out using Shea Moisture Curl Enhancing Smoothie and Eco Styler Gel
So I follow Ms. brittanyblabber on Instagram (who is also a fellow youtuber) and she posted a picture of her hair about three weeks ago and it looked Amazing!! She had mentioned she used the Shea Moisture Curl Enhancing Smoothie and Eco Styler Gel. Which really got me curious because these are two things that I use quite often, but I never thought to use them together. So went ahead a gave it a try. Continue reading
Posted in Natural Hair
Tagged 4a, 4b, 4c, argan oil, best, braid out, curl enhancing smoothie, eco styler, hair, hold, natual hair, natural, Natural Hair journey, natural hair styling, shea butter, shea moisture, simple, style, team natural, teamnatural, totaldivarea, twist out, type four hair
