Friday, August 21, 2015

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OMG!!! They have created one of my favorites!!!! Now with less calories. Woohoo!!!




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Wednesday, August 19, 2015

Product Review.......

Okay so this is an oldie but goodie....lol
I absolutely LOVE this go-to style. My wash-n-go is a must when I don't wanna twist or braid my hair. So with that being said, let me tell you about a product that helped me achieve this amazing style.
Kinky Curly Knot Today Leave-In Conditioner and Kinky Curly Curling Custard!!!!
I saw these products on YouTube being used in a wash-n-go and I decided to try it out. Now, I know people are wondering the cost and where to be able to purchase. Well let's just say, I've tried many things from just conditioner, to eco styler gel, etc. and NOTHING has really helped me get the look I was going for. So I found the products in Target. They are a little bit on the pricey end but they, to me, are worth the investment. The conditioner cost just under $12.00 for an 8oz bottle and the custard cost just under $17.00 for an 8oz jar. I said that I would never really pay much for products but when I bought this and tried it, I fell in love instantly.
The KCKT Conditioner is THE BEST. It's a leave-in as well as a detangler. Let me just say that this stuff is like pure silk!!! Heehee!!! Once you finish washing or "co-washing" your hair, use this as a detangler and just watch how SUPER easy the comb/brush/fingers glide through your hair. It makes finger detangling, and such, a thing that everyone with every hair type love. I often don't like to go through that detangling process because I know it takes time (I do it anyway.....lol). This conditioner/detangler cuts that time basically in half for me. It makes one ENJOY the process and not mind having it a part of their hair care regimen. I strongly suggest that anyone looking for something that will help detangle their hair to try this out. It's TOTALLY worth the cost, in my opinion.  Now on to the KCCC. I use this in combination with the conditioner. It's like a lose gel like custard, and not too sticky. It reminds me of my eco styler gel but looser....lol. It smells great and doesn't cause flakes. It goes on clear and dries that way. It helps enhance the curls that you already have. It DOES NOT create curls in your head, just allows natural curl pattern to show even more.
Let me tell you how I use it. After washing and deep conditioning my hair, I put my hair into 4 to 6 sections (small sections work well). I keep my spray bottle (with H2O only) nearby because the key to the perfect wash-n-go is to keep hair saturated (soaked) with water. I take each section (drenched in water) and finger detangle as much as possible and then I add the KCKT Leave-in Conditioner/Detangler. I appy about a nickel size per section. You can always add more if needed (as well as spray hair with water if it begins to dry). I then use my brush and proceed to further detangle as well as allow the leave-in to get on all of the strands of my hair. Lastly, I apply the KCCC to smaller sections of the hair that's sectioned off. I clip the hair out of the way and rake the custard through my hair. Immediately my natural curl pattern pops/enhances. I continue this process throughout my entire head until done. I style my hair in a way I want it to dry. Once I have the style that I like I LEAVE IT ALONE!!! The wash-n-go looks it's best if it's not manipulated too much. In other words,  NO HANDS IN HAIR SYNDROME!!! HeeHee!!! It's best to do this style over the weekend or on a day off work where you won't have to be outside much, unless you are always busy then by all means you can use a handheld or hooded dryer to speed up the drying process.

Great Purchase for Transitioners or Newly Naturals!!!

Okay so I get a lot of questions asked about tips for people wanting to go natural or that have just big chopped and don't know what to use for their hair. I can only stress the importance of finding a basic regimen to use. I, myself, have been natural 1 yr and just a few days shy of 6 months. This item pictured above was one of my life savers. It's the Shea Moisture "Repair & Transition Kit* I purchased it from Walgreens a couple of years ago. It cost around $22.00 for the kit. As stated on the kit, it is designed to repair chemically treated hair, restore moisture and transition to natural, healthy hair. In my opinion, this is a great purchase for anyone looking to go natural or are new to the natural team.  Shea Moisture has amazing products, in which I can do reviews for another time. This Kit includes: Deep Treatment Masque, Moisture Retention Shampoo, Restorative Conditioner, and Reconstructive Finishing Elixir.  Each size is 4oz. I love the shampoo and conditioner so much I purchased the larger bottles in 13oz. Also, the masque (12oz size) I purchased as well for deep conditioning (will give a review on at a later time). I definitely recommend anyone to try the kit first before making the purchase of larger sizes. Remember, find products that work for your hair type/texture and build a regimen from that. Until next time........stay naturally beautiful!!!!!

How I "Twist Out"....lol =)

Okay so many want to know how I do my twistouts the way it is. My method is SUPER simple. I even do this with my wash n go's and braidouts. I basically follow the LOC method (liquid, oil, and cream) I start with freshly washed and detangled hair. I would suggest to prep hair the night before or on a day you don't have to go out. With my hair damp I took my spray bottle of water and spritzed my hair. I then finger comb my hair. I apply my oil (I used Coconut Oil only) to my hair and then followed up with As I Am Double Butter Cream. I created small to medium sized twists throughout my entire head. The LOC method helps retain moisture in your hair by "LOC'n" in the moisture. I leave the twists in and sleep in a satin bonnet. The next morning I coat my fingers with coconut oil (helps with frizzing) and carefully remove each twist. I then continue to separate the twists to make my hair fuller. I take my hands and fluff at the roots and position how I want my twistout to fall. And that's it. At night time I just retwist the front and sleep in satin bonnet. Get up in the morning take down twist and fluff. My hair is not dry and it's soft to touch. I love the As I Am Double Butter Cream. It's amazing!!! If you can't afford As I Am products I would suggest to purchase any leave in conditioner or cream that's not too heavy and will help with your twistouts (or braidouts).  -Peace and Curls!!!

NATURAL HAIR JOURNEY TERMS COMMONLY USED.....

TWA- Teeny Weenie AfroCOWASH-  Washing your hair using only conditioner
BIG CHOP - The major hair cut that takes you from relaxed to natural
TRANSITIONING/CHOP-  Growing hair out without doing the big chop, just clipping off relaxed ends as hair reaches desired length without fear of having very little hair
WNG- Wash and go hairstyle
SSK- Single Strand Knots
SHINGLING-  Finger detangling after applying a styler product to hair to help bring out curls
EL-Ear length hair
SL- Shoulder length hair
APL- Arm pit length hair
BSL- Bra strap length hair
MBL- Mid-back Length hair
EVOO- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
SLIP=  How slippery a product is.(which is normally conditioner and it makes it easier to detangle the hair. 
1a,1b,1c,2a,2b,2c,3a,3b,3c,4a,4b,4c,-  Hair type system created by Andre Walker. (1's straight, 2's wavy, 3's curly, 4's kinky curly coily) helpful for styling options and correct product selection.