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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
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.
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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
Photo of the Day: Birthday Party for Fernando’s Brother
So this weekend we celebrated Fernando’s brother’s Birthday at a club called C.I.C.
Ouidad Curl Co-Wash Conditioner Review
I was contacted my a representative of Ouidad, and was given the opportunity to try out their new Curl Co-Wash Conditioner (Sulfate, Silicone & Paraben Free).
This product is described as being, a rich low-lathering, sulfate-free cleansing conditioner that leaves the hair moisturized , soft and frizz-free while gently clearing hair of buildup. It is for all hair types and textures.
It contains Black Cumin Seed Oil, Jamaican Black Oil, Rosemary & Sage Oils. Which these oils are great for conditioning and refreshing the hair and also delivers great shine.
I co-washed my hair in six sections. I allowed it to sit in my hair for about 5 mins or so, then detangled with my double detangler (which is also by Ouidad) , and rinsed my hair out. **NOTE: The double detangler was purchased by myself over a year ago. I have spoken on it before in the past and you guys know I LOVE that comb
I absolutely enjoyed this co-wash conditioner. It was fairly easy to detangle, which was a pleasant surprise. Once I rinsed it out, my hair felt soft and have a nice sheen to it. The lather was less than a shampoo, but more than a regular conditioner, I would say it is a happy medium, especially if you are more into co-washing (and not into shampooing). I feel like my hair and scalp were both clean but was not stripped.
List of Ingredients: Aqua (Water/Eau), Sodium Lauroamphoacetate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Nigella Sativa Seed Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Oil, Fragrance/Parfum, Citric Acid, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Limonene, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone
Pros:
- Smells great
- Has a pump
- Very Thick & Creamy
- Great Slip
- Leaves my hair with a nice sheen
Cons:
- The Price. Even though I personally don’t mind the price, I know a lot of people aren’t looking to spend that much. There are other products I have used to co wash with that give me similar results. But that low-lather in a conditioner is very rare to come by. If you are someone who co-washes daily, it may not be economical option.
Other than the price I actually really like This product. I will definitely continue to use it here and there until it is done, however I don’t think I will be repurchasing it, strictly because of the price. But if I do ever want to splurge, this is something DEFINITELY worth splurging for.
Disclaimer: This product was sent to me for review. I am not affiliated with this company. I am NOT being paid to make this video. This is my honest opinion on this product.
Posted in Natural Hair
Tagged co-wash, conditioner, cowash, curls, curly, foam, growth, hair, hair care, hair journey, haircare, journey, kinky, lo-foam, lofoam, low-foam, lowfoam, natural, natural hair, Natural Hair journey, ouidad, shampoo
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
How I Stretch My Hair without using HEAT!! (feat. the L.O.C. Method)
Since I am trying to spend the 2nd year of hair journey HEAT-LESS. I wanted to find a way to stretch my hair that didn’t involved me using heat. This method has been my favorite and most effective for me.
Product Used:
- Carol’s Daughter Black Vanilla Leave-In
- Sweet Almost Oil
- Cantu Shea Butter
- For Braiding, my Shea Butter Mix
In this video ALSO I demonstrate how I do the L.O.C. method.
If you guys have any questions, please leave them below!!
