I flat ironed my hair! It's not a regular occurrence but I just love the versatility of natural hair we truly have the best of both worlds going from straight to curly when ever we want to!
I used KMS California Quick Blow Dry Spray on damp hair and blow dried my hair in sections, KMS cut down the drying time (so less heat! yippee!) when my hair was completely dry I used Beautiful Textures Curly To Straight Flat Iron Silkner which doesn't do what it says on the tin! my hair was still puffy after flat ironing so I wrapped my hair over night as I didn't want to go over my hair again with the straigtners (won't be purchasing again!) I created the Beehive look using bobby pins, you can check out this post here for tips (back combing optional)
You can also pull this look together with a twist out or stretched hair.
I'm currently loving Accessorizelipsticks, they are great value (£5) and have an amazing matte finish I have a huge crush on Passionate and Head Over Heels and I'm a sucker for this cute packaging!
New year new subscription box....well old box new country! Birchbox has hit our shores and guess what...I like it! I was pretty much over beauty boxes before they even began mostly because a lot of them seem to be all smoke and mirrors (big old box full of nothing) the only box I subscribe to is Graze Box because I like nuts!
However I was pleasantly surprised by the Birchbox, which has a good mix of products including the yummiest peppermint tea I have ever tasted along with products for skin and hair from brands that were new to me. My only gripe is that the samples though high end are sample sized which is fine for lip gloss but a sachet of body crème doesn't go far and I can't tell if I like a product from a thimble sized sample. But the quality of products included in the box shines through I'll get a lot of use from the Fresh Lip Treatment and after trying the KMS Quick Blow Dry Spray I'm A fan. So think quality over quantity!
Naturalista, Singer/Songwriter & blogger Inna Modja has released an anthem for our tresses 'Kinks In My Hair' from her album Love Revolution I caught up with the Mali born Paris based artist....
What prompted you to write this track?
"Kinks in my hair" is one of the first tracks I
wrote for my second album .For me the first step to happiness is to
love and embrace truly who you are. I don't care about standards.
When I was in primary and high school , people used to call me names
cos' I had a singular look. skinny, Big hair, Hippie etc but I didn't
care because my Mama told me to embrace myself truly and be proud.
What designers are you wearing in the video?
I was very excited about creating the looks for this
video . I knew exactly what kind of look & Make-up I wanted.I was
assisted by a very cool stylist and my Make-up artist Angloma .The
designers vary from well known designers such as Chanel and Versace and some lesser known African designers like Elie Kuame and Mariah Bocoum
COPYRIGHT GABRIELLE BIRNHOLZ, COURTESY OF UNITED FASHION FOR PEACE, AT BLACK FASHION WEEK PARIS 2012
How long have you been natural?
I've been natural for more than 8 years now
How do you care for your natural hair?
I really enjoy taking care of my hair. I wear my hair out
in puffs and in an afro. I also wear protective styles like wigs and
braids. I co-wash my hair bi-weekly and moisturise with the "Supreme
Oil" line by Mizani
What are your favourite products?
I love the "Supreme Oil" line by Mizani, and
natural products like shea butter and jojoba oil
Where can my we download your music or see you
live?
My music is available on Itunes in France, the US,
Canada. You can also find my two albums "Love Revolution"
and "Everyday is a new World" on Amazon. I've been touring
for over a year now, I'm taking a break to work on my third album.
But I'll be back on the road in March.
Erykah Badu preformed at the BET Honours wearing these fabulous chunky gold fabric bracelets! Dookie Bracelets are the brain child of Tennille McMillan founder Nakimuli an on line boutique dedicated to women's clothing and accessories. Ms Badu is a fan of Dookie Bracelets wearing them numerous times over the last few months, she has also been seen rocking the brands colourful leggings.
Freya and I are in love with brand Isossy children's wear a vibrant clothing line for children 0-14 years.
influenced heavily by wax prints the line gives a modern twist to a traditional African fabric. I love the peter pan collars and bold jumpsuits (reminds of a mini Solange!) check out the brands website here and follow them on Facebook here
Project 'grow out bob' is now in full swing, I'm currently sporting chunky twists or 'Havana Twists' as they are referred to. I didn't use the Havana Twist hair, however I did use the invisible join technique (check it out here) this such a simple and effective way of adding length to your hair as the technique puts next to no stress on your natural hair and scalp.
I used an afro kinky twist hair by Jadore (sorry no website but any good quality kinky textured hair will do the job) I used 2 bags of hair and I'm wearing about 30-40 twists and they are as light as a feather!
As a first attempt I'm pleased with the outcome as I've never been a huge fan of chunky braids or twists on me because of the weight (they look soooo heavy) but this is technique allows the twists to appear fuller without having to use to much hair.
2013 looks to be the making of a great year for my ears, heading for greatness are AlunaGeorge a duo whose track Your Drums, Your Love has been on constant repeat in my household. Along with singer/songwriters Arlissa, Laura Mvula & Lianne La Havas and NY based duo Lionbabe aka Jillian Hervey and Lucas Goodman I'm set for a year of musically treats.... I'll be watching this space!
My all time favourite blog Curb Appeal has featured My current hair crush (and person crush) Ruqayyah aka Ruru aka Ruru Jungle she is basically is a cool chica! (with a clothing line coming soon!) I strongly suggest you follow and support Curb Appeal! not only do they feature a rare mix of characters but the photography is on point (I love the intimate apartment shots that make me want to up sticks and move to New York) for lots more pictures visit NY Curb Appeal
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