Tuesday, July 23, 2013
Sunday, July 21, 2013
Weave, A Protective Style? Your Kidding Right?
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At first, I really didn't give it much thought but the photograph the blogger headed her article with was what really caught my attention. My friend Carmen had also sent me another Face Book suggestion concerning weaves and severe hair line loss and so I figured I'd jump right into the weave controvesy with this article.The model has apparently dyed the front of her hair a bright Auburn (left photo) and combed her hair into a similar color-related weave. What is definitely obvious, with colors like this, is that the tones of hair color and the model's textures do not match as well as a more natural 2 or 1b hair coloring. Putting this aside, is a weave a protective style. No, it is not!
However, it does use a protective styling method to accomplish its end goal of
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creating an, as natural-looking, weaving style as possible. This is accomplish by cornrowing the clients hair to create a "smooth" and flat base on which to attach the tracks of hair to the client's head.
Protective
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I found a great definition from the Natural Hair Dictionary.
Protective Hairstyle (Hair Style) – This is a style that requires little manipulation, protects the ends of the hair by keeping them tucked away and allows regular moisturizing. Common styles like twists, coils, flat twists and cornrows can all be converted to protective styles by tucking or hiding the ends.
As many of us know, the natural hair community has been steadily expanding, evolving, and excitingly making change in our social and economic environments. This is where I first heard the term "protective styling." Reason-being that African American hair tends to be dry and needs additional moisture to keep it viable and help to retain length.| mediumhairstyleupdate.com |
The primary purpose of protective styling for hair is to reduce breakage of your hair so that you can retain hair length.
Naturals, especially, have complaints that the ends of their hair are filled with fabric because their hair is constantly rubbing against their clothes. Hair getting caught in their jewelry, on chairs, in seatbelts, and suffering from drying episodes from being exposed to the climate or environment.
A few natural hair bloggers have included weaves as a protective hair option. However, unlike wigs, which can be removed easily and makes your hair accessible for upkeep, and true protective styling, You cannot properly take care of your tresses while hair is "covered" by a weave that is usually worn four to six weeks or longer. Yes, the hair can grow like weeds under the weave but what is the state and condition of the hair? You must also consider the amount of usual hair that has been shed, dirt, expiration and oils that have incurred while hair has been closed in by the weave.
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Negative Effects of Weave on Tresses
The longer the hair remains under the weave, the looser your hair becomes, allowing room for unnecessary friction to the new growth. The hair can become "matted" when weaves are left in for long periods.Moisturizing and maintaining the scalp by applying oils and water can cause the hair to become matted. The "tension" applied when installing weaves can be a great detriment to one's scalp and roots. This can cause hair strands to be pulled out by its roots.
We aren't even talking about the damage that is done to the clients who are long-term weave wearers.
Unfortunately, many women neglect effective care of their hair because the weave allows them the privilege to do so. Therefore, knocking it off the list of protectve styling.
Weaves Are A Styling Options
Weaves, of any textures, allows the wearer more syling options. There's nothing wrong with desiring to wear one's hair straight and flowing, and experience it flapping in the wind. Or, having spiraling curls cascade downs one's back! Or to have a bounty of curls that can shame that of a lion! Undeniably, weaves are convenient, stylish, wearable and fashionable! However, a protective style, I beg to differ!
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Requirements Of A Protective Style
- It should allow easy and quick access to your scalp to keep it moisturized and clean.
- You should be able to maintain the hair/style with minimal fuss and manipulation to your tresses.
- A Style that is easily covered at night, while sleeping.
- Allows hair to breathe while keeping the ends tucked in or covered.
- Effective Protective Styling
Weaves are a wonderful option, when taken care of your hair underneath it, for women of color. Whether the options are short, curly, or long and flowing, it sets the styling bar for women who even just want to give
Protective Styling, for naturals, is an option that allows women to wear their natural hair while doing their best to protect it from the reality of daily manipulation and the environment.
Weave wearing or protective styling is a choice for the individual wearer and each option needs to be respected. Short, long, curly, or added...hair is our Crown and we should wear it with grace!
As always, Happy Curls to You!
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Tuesday, July 9, 2013
Shea Moisture Organic Black Soap Purification Masque -- In Review
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| $9.99 for 8 ounces |
Shea Moisture Purification Masque
I will start off this review by saying that I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this product. In fact, it was the only product from this line that I tried and liked!
I was given this product to try by my natural-haired 4c coworker who simply loved the product herself and is an avid user of the Shea Moisture product line. Of course, the first thing that I did was to open up the jar and the smell of ripe bananas wafted through the air! I had wanted to try a bentonite clay treatment but was not looking forward to the mess of having to mix it and then apply it. This seemed to be a great alternative to that. The consistency was that of a light custard mix with fine sand, it was shakeable and creamy but thick enough to not swoosh out of the jar.
I also realized that using the water under the product allowed me to use much less of the product which yielded great results. The product simply melted my hair into a smooth, warm butter!
After the application of the masque, I took the extra step of massaging my scalp from front to back and then I covered my head with a plastic cap and since I had applied the product before just going to bed, I kept it on throughout the night. In the morning, hair was moist and I could easily run my fingers through my 3c-4 type hair. I then rinsed out the masque and applied my Tresemme Naturals Conditioner as my leave-in.
I was given this product to try by my natural-haired 4c coworker who simply loved the product herself and is an avid user of the Shea Moisture product line. Of course, the first thing that I did was to open up the jar and the smell of ripe bananas wafted through the air! I had wanted to try a bentonite clay treatment but was not looking forward to the mess of having to mix it and then apply it. This seemed to be a great alternative to that. The consistency was that of a light custard mix with fine sand, it was shakeable and creamy but thick enough to not swoosh out of the jar.
How I Applied the Masque
I did not cowash my hair before I applied the Shea Moisture Purification Masque. I was able to simply use my fingers to lift product from the jar and "smooth" onto my hair. I started out applying the masque on dry, sectioned hair (4) and wasn't liking the results. I realized that I had been wearing a wash n' go, which is what I do 99% of the time. So, I stopped and dampen my hair with plain water and the application of water under the product immediately smooth out the texture of my hair and dissolved my tangles.I also realized that using the water under the product allowed me to use much less of the product which yielded great results. The product simply melted my hair into a smooth, warm butter!
After the application of the masque, I took the extra step of massaging my scalp from front to back and then I covered my head with a plastic cap and since I had applied the product before just going to bed, I kept it on throughout the night. In the morning, hair was moist and I could easily run my fingers through my 3c-4 type hair. I then rinsed out the masque and applied my Tresemme Naturals Conditioner as my leave-in.
My Results
I ended up with soft and shiny coils and kinks! Hair was bouncy and soft to the touch. There was the faintest smell of the masque, which I liked.
Ingredients:
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synthetic fragrance, PABA, synthetic color, DEA, animal ingredients or sulfates, Cruelty free, no animal testing.
Product Description:Detoxify, condition and soothe hair and scalp with gentle Kaolin clay, herbal extracts, botanical enzymes and essential vitamins. Our intense treatment relieves dry, itchy scalp, removes product buildup and preserves hair by sealing in natural moisture. Treats dandruff, eczema & psoriasis.
Plantain Enzyme: Helps to alleviate itchiness and irritation
Tea Tree: Removes buildup for enhanced shine and volume
Willow Bark Extract: Exfoliates and detoxifies hair and scalp.
My Experience:
The Shea Moisture Organic African Black Soap (AFBS) Purification Masque (geesh, what a mouthful!)has been all the rage with many natural hair ladies and after months of continually overlooking the masque, I decided to go ahead and try it.
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Final Thoughts
I will be purchasing this item again and again! Loved the fact that I didn't have to mix up ingredients. I can find it at my local Target and the price point is good! The application was easy and I loved the smell of the product. I feel that it's not only worth trying but sharing like my coworker shared with me!
As always, you can leave a comment, your experience, and/or photos in the comment box!
Until next time and thanks for stopping by!
Happy Curls to You!
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Friday, July 5, 2013
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Tuesday, June 18, 2013
June 2013 -- Curl Kit Review
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Curl Keeper
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| 30 ml ounce (Sample) $6.50 |
Amazon.com sells the 8 fl. ounce of the Curl Keeper for $14.78. The biggest complaint about this product is that most people do not like the smell and causes the hair to dry hard. The consistency of the product is watery but does contain the frizz and helps your tresses to clump better instead of giving you that Ramen Noodle look!
However, a large majority of users layer it under their gel and scrunch out the hardness later and the smell dissipates after hair has completely dried. This is one of those products that people either overboard love it or don't like it.
Product Description
Dryness causes fizziness and out of control hair. Curl keeper controls all frizz and allows you to become the master of gorgeous frizz free curls. Curl keeper is water based which means you can use it every day without product buildup. Your style will last for days as its unique formula re activates with water making curl keeper 100% effective in humid weather conditions.
DI Water, PVP/VA Copolymer, Propylene Glycol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Laureth 23, Glycerin, DMDM Hydantoin, Fragrance, Polyquaternium 10.
Directions:
Comb Curl KeeperTM through wet hair from roots to ends for an even application... FOR VERY FRIZZY HAIR, USE ADDITIONAL PRODUCT. The less movement that occurs during the first 15 minutes, the more control you will have over the frizz. Once your hair dries, you can easily soften your look by simply moving your hair around. The more you play with your hair the more volume you will achieve. Some people start appreciating their volume and curls once they have total control over the frizz. The Curl KeeperTM formula re-activates with water, so simply re-wetting frizzy areas with wet hands could get you many fantastic frizz-free days between shampoos
Curl Max Twisty Curly Spray
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| $5.95 - $6.99 8 ounces |
After researching this product, it seems to do best or perform well on 4b to 4c hair textures. It tends to "dry out" 3b's to 4's" hair texture when doing a "wash n' go" hairstyle. For those users, it's best to dampen hair, apply Curl Max and then "style" hair.
Product has a great smell, sprays out of bottle well, and makes hair soft and manageable. This product contains glycerin and when used too much can cause the hair to feel sticky.
This product is not Curly Girl "friendly."
Ingredients:
Water (Agua), VP/ Methacrylamide/Vinyllmidazole Copolymer, Glycerine, Polysorbate 20, Argonia Spinsosa (Argon) Oil, Fragrance (Fragrancia), Disodium EDTA, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Triethanolamine, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, Peg-8 Dimethicone, DMDM Hydantoin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Directions
For daily use. Shampoo hair and towel dry. Spray Lustrasilk Curl Max Twisty Curly Spray evenly from roots to ends. Scrunch hair and air dry or blow dry with a diffuser if necessary.
Product Description
Lustrasilk Curl Max Twisty Curly Spray quickly activates spiral curls with no frizz. Curl Max, Twisty Curly Spray is enriched with Argan Oil and is designed to quickly activate spiral curls in naturally curly, wavy or permed hair. This non-sticky, alcohol-free spray produces curls you can count on while the lightweight, anti-frizz formula gives your hair a lasting, glossy shimmer. Let the beauty of your hair shine through with Lustrasilk!
Caviar Curls Velvet Leave-In Detangler
UPDATED: (August 10, 2013)
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| $15 for 8 fl. ounces |
This item can now be purchased on Etsy.com at http://www.etsy.com/listing/153965324/caviar-curls-velvet-leave-in-detangler. Shipping is: $5.75
This product is very close to the texture of Kinky Curly Knot Today. The product could not be found on the web and it's website is listed as caviarcurls.com which doesn't come up in Google or Bing.
This creamy herbal conditioner is enriched with botanical extracts and organic ingredients to smooth the cuticles and to remove knots, snags, and tangles for all types of hair.
Ingredients: Aqueous (water aqua purificada, purified), organic mango extract, organic marshmallow root, organic goji extract, chamomile extract, nettles extract, cetyl alcohol,*behentrimonium methosulfate, citric acid. **dehydroacetic acid (and) benzyl alcohol, natural fragrance.
**behentriminium methosulfate is "NOT" a sulfate. It is made from non-genectically modified (g)rapeseed oil. It is a scientifically advanced ingredient. Considered the mildest hair detangling and thickening ingredient available.
This creamy herbal conditioner is enriched with botanical extracts and organic ingredients to smooth the cuticles and to remove knots, snags, and tangles for all types of hair.
Ingredients: Aqueous (water aqua purificada, purified), organic mango extract, organic marshmallow root, organic goji extract, chamomile extract, nettles extract, cetyl alcohol,*behentrimonium methosulfate, citric acid. **dehydroacetic acid (and) benzyl alcohol, natural fragrance.
**behentriminium methosulfate is "NOT" a sulfate. It is made from non-genectically modified (g)rapeseed oil. It is a scientifically advanced ingredient. Considered the mildest hair detangling and thickening ingredient available.
Product has no parabens, glycerin, protein, silicone, or sulfates!
Oyin Hair Dew
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| 2 ounce (mini) $4.00 http://www.oyinhandmade.com/minis/individual/2oz-mini-hair-dew.html |
This product gets RAVE reviews from users across the natural hair community. It is a lotion type of leave-in that goes on smoothly and maintains that same sugary chocolate pudding smell.
Ingredients: purified water, castor oil, olive oil, organic aloe vera gel, behentrimonium methosulfate (emulsifier), coconut oil, olive squalane, optiphen (preservative), cetyl alcohol, fragrance, and love!
Pooka Pure & Simple: Lemon-Aide Hand Exfoliator
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| 4 ounces $10 http://www.pookapureandsimple.com/products/lemonaidhands.asp |
Smells too delicious to put in your skin but their motto is: Pooka products are "something good for your skin to eat!"
Lemon-Aide Hand Exfoliator
This wonderful polish is the perfect treatment to keep hands soft, smooth and young! Also great to leave in the kitchen, makes a great exfoliator and odor eliminator when preparing foods like onions or fish.
Wash your hands then take a scoop of Lemon-Aide and massage hands then rinse and enjoy soft, smooth hands.
Ingredients: Organic cane sugar, olive oil, lemon essential oil blend and vitamin e
Itiba Papaya Body Lotion
I liked the tropical and earthy look of the site. It was inviting and beautifully soothing. The site even offers to give you a tour of the Island!
An 8 fl ounce bottle of the lotion costs $12.60 to ship to my address cost an additional $13.50 for a total cost of $26.10! Just no an expense I would incur unless sharing the shipping cost with someone else.
However, I found another site that sells the product called John Paul Selects $14.00 for 8 ounces and here are the shipping costs:
| USPS Standard Post | $6.85 |
| USPS Priority Mail | $6.95 |
| UPS Ground | $10.76 |
| UPS 2nd Day Air | $25.74 |
From their website:
100% Aloe Vera based. Jojoba, Avocado and Rice Bran oils along with dL Panthenol help to soften and moisturize your skin. A little is all that is required of this lotion. Sinks in quickly and does not leave any greasy after feel!
INGREDIENTS: Aloe Vera Juice, Avocado Oil, Rice Bran Oil, Jojoba Oil, stearic acid, cetearyl alcohol, ceteareth 20, Fragrance, dL Panthenol, preservative
Made in St. Croix, US Virgin Islands
Another successful Curl Kit! I, of course, liked the Oyin Hair Dew -- would have liked a FULL-SIZE container but it was a nice size sample.
So far, I'm really liking the Caviar Curls Velvet Leave-In Conditioner. I did leave a posted question on the Curl Kit Face Book Page asking where this product can be purchased. Will update this post with their response!
I'm in love with the Pooka Lemon-Aide! I just open the jar to smell it! Simply divine! (smiling!)
The Itiba smells like the tropics and is worth the purchase if it can be bought at a cheaper shipping cost.
The Lustrasilk, for me, will be a no go. Smells nice. However, I'm a wash n' go wearer and this product will find little use in my regimen since I rarely do twists or braid-outs.
Thanks for stopping by and reading my Review. Please, comment and subscribe!
Happy Curls to You!
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Friday, June 14, 2013
Natural Hair Tee Shirt Shop
We've opened Crowning Glory Coils and Kinks Natural hair Tee Shirt Store!
Store: https://Crowningglorycoilsandkinkstees.spreadshirt.com
Now, represent your Crowning Glory while you are around and about! Several styles, colors, graphics to choose from!
We are broadening our horizons!
Lady Summerset
Crowning Glory Coils and Kinks
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