6-FOOT-LONG-HAIR

Benefits of Rose Oil for Hair

noreply@blogger.com (** Ms. D**) — Fri, 24 May 2013 21:47:00 +0000

A while back, I purchased some rose oil (from a local Moroccan store) and have been adding a few drops in water or my AVJ mix for moisture and fragrance. I would typically spray that water on my hair before sealing it in with oil or my shea-butter mix.

If you’re interested in the benefits of Rose Oil for hair, then keep on reading.

Quick Tip: Finger Detangling with Gloves

noreply@blogger.com (** Ms. D**) — Thu, 23 May 2013 21:56:00 +0000

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Do you finger detangle? Well try wearing a pair of tightly fit, vinyl gloves when doing so.

I discovered the ease of detangling with gloves when doing my Henna and Indigo treatment last week.

My fingers glided through my hair and I was left with no visible breakage.

Think detangling with a smooth, wide tooth, seamless comb. That is the feeling I got when detangling with my gloves on.

The added perk is that you won’t chip your nail polish in the process.

Try it out and let me know how it works for you!

How I finger detangle:

Lightly dampen hair with detangling spritz
Separate hair in about 8 sections
Work with one section at a time
Grab one section and gently separate (in a horizontal motion) the hair little by little
Then rake fingers through hair in a combing fashion, stopping whenever met with tangles.
If tangles are found, gently tug at each strand to gently remove the hair from the shed hairs that caused the tangles. (That was a mouthful!.LOL)

That’s all folks. Finger detangling doesn’t take me any more time than detangling with a comb. I only use a comb about once a month and finger detangle about 3 times a month.

Random Hair Thoughts

noreply@blogger.com (** Ms. D**) — Tue, 21 May 2013 02:20:00 +0000

Natural Purple Hair Dye- Reshma Femme

noreply@blogger.com (** Ms. D**) — Sun, 19 May 2013 17:57:00 +0000

I have been thinking about coloring my hair, other than jet black, for a while now.

I was in a local BSS and came across this Reshma Playful Plum Henna hair color!

I was beyond excited. But before purchasing this, I tried to find some reviews to see if it actually turned hair purple. I couldn't find any, so I guess I'll find out for myself.

My View On SHRINKAGE!

noreply@blogger.com (** Ms. D**) — Sat, 18 May 2013 14:16:00 +0000

"It comes with the territory and just how I LOVE MY HAIR.. I love shrinkage too!"

More Trials

noreply@blogger.com (** Ms. D**) — Fri, 17 May 2013 22:59:00 +0000

Happy Friday!! I am so happy the weekend is here AND it's supposed to be beautiful...yay!!

Anyway, tonight I'm staying in for a much needed relaxing night. But to kick my weekend off, I will be doing a Henna and Indigo treatment.

I took out my weekly protective style and decided to play around with my hair.

I just wanted to share a few of the styles I tried out.

Fro-Hawk

"WASH AND GO's DON'T WORK ON NAPPY HAIR"

noreply@blogger.com (** Ms. D**) — Thu, 16 May 2013 00:52:00 +0000

I died!!

This video is hilarious and one reason why I am afraid to try wash-n-go's.

"Average" Hair Growth

noreply@blogger.com (** Ms. D**) — Mon, 13 May 2013 22:05:00 +0000

They say on average, hair grows a half inch a month.

Well, I don't get the average growth.

I measured my hair out of curiosity and all around, my hair is about 8 inches. I have been relaxer free for almost 18 months, so I am about 1 inch below the average growth.

And you know what? That's okay with me. I have very healthy hair care practices and take care of myself. At this point, there's nothing else I can or want to do to increase my growth rate.

But if your hair is not growing the "average" rate and would like to see an improvement....here are some tips.

Random Hair Pics

noreply@blogger.com (** Ms. D**) — Sun, 12 May 2013 17:33:00 +0000

Hey Hey Hey!

First, I want to say HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!!!

Hope everyone is enjoying their weekend.

I just wanted to come by and share some more random hair pics.

I think I may finally put in some single braids with added hair soon. I've been getting that itch since I love me some braids.

Anyway..on to the pics.

Repost: Satin Donut Bun

noreply@blogger.com (** Ms. D**) — Tue, 07 May 2013 21:45:00 +0000

I was browsing through my stats and saw that this is one of my most popular posts. Who woulda thought that! Anyway..I decided to re-post this just in case anyone missed it.

You could also roll up a sock to create a donut...there are many tutorials on YT.

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I purchased this donut bun a while ago but never used it because of the texture. I thought it would dry my hair out and that defeats the whole purpose of protective styles.

So, yesterday while I had a little down time, I decided to cover it up with a satin scarf. I just cut a thin strip of my satin scarf and sewed it around the donut.

Trials

noreply@blogger.com (** Ms. D**) — Mon, 06 May 2013 15:55:00 +0000

I tried 3 new things this past week that I wanted to share with you.

1.) Went to work with Dookie Braids

Poll Results: Let's Chat

noreply@blogger.com (** Ms. D**) — Mon, 06 May 2013 14:02:00 +0000

Hey, Hey, Hey!!

Hope you all had a great weekend!

If you recall, I created a poll to get a good gauge of my audience so I can cater to everyone's needs.
A big Thank You to everyone that "voted"!

Just in case anyone was curious of the results, here they are.

Quick Tip: When Baggying

noreply@blogger.com (** Ms. D**) — Thu, 02 May 2013 00:38:00 +0000

On the forum I frequent, a young lady posted an issue she was having because of baggying.

She noticed that her edges were thinning because of the plastic cap.

Super Random: Hair, Beauty and More

noreply@blogger.com (** Ms. D**) — Wed, 01 May 2013 22:32:00 +0000

Hey, Hey, Hey!!

I feel like I haven't been on here for a while...and I really haven't which I apologize once again for.

I missed talking to y'all...Which leads me to this super random post.

Where should I start?? Of course hair, right?

So..what's been up with my hair?

Not a d*mn thang. Haha. If you read my regimen post, then you have a pretty good idea of what my hair been looking like.

For a brief reminder, see exhibit A and B.

Exhibit A:

Weekend Hair

Be Back Soon

noreply@blogger.com (** Ms. D**) — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 15:11:00 +0000

Hi loves! I know my posts have been noticeably sparse, but life is getting in the way.

I have some posts on the way(after another trip!) so stay tuned.

I also have a give-away coming up! Yay!!!

Hope you all are well and thank you for the continued support!

My Natural Hair Regimen

noreply@blogger.com (** Ms. D**) — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 01:35:00 +0000

Hey Hey Hey!

I apologize for the lack of blog posts this past week, I've been traveling for work and couldn't muster up any energy to get on here.

Anyway..I have been fully natural for 6 weeks and finally figured out a regimen that works best for me.

I believe it’s very simple and conducive to my lifestyle while helping me retain length and limit manipulation.

I’m going to do this differently... which will show you what I do with my hair week by week.

What is My Hair Type?

noreply@blogger.com (** Ms. D**) — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 17:24:00 +0000

I can not describe my hair by saying a simple number and letter, it's much more than that.

Straight from My Tumblr

noreply@blogger.com (** Ms. D**) — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 16:23:00 +0000

Do you have Tumblr? If so, are you following me? If not, well...you really should be!!

Anyway..just wanted to share some of my recent pics.

This is mostly a hair inspiration blog, but I post other things that interest me as well.

If I'm not on here, you can most definitely keep up with me on there.

My Tumblr

My Top 3 Transitioning to Natural Tips

noreply@blogger.com (** Ms. D**) — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 23:43:00 +0000

Relaxed to Natural

Hey Everyone!

I'm trying to do a “tips” post once a week. I don’t want to drown you all in posts all about me, me, me, me. haha

For this week, because it’s fresh on my mind, I will do one on transitioning.

Steps I Took for Thicker Hair

noreply@blogger.com (** Ms. D**) — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 15:33:00 +0000

Repost!!!

I receive questions on ways to thicken up relaxed hair all the time.

See below for how I did it.

My Hair went from this in July 2010

To this in September 2011

Recent Buys

noreply@blogger.com (** Ms. D**) — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:06:00 +0000

Hey Hey Hey. I just wanted to show you my recent purchases.

Keep on reading if you're interested!

What to Expect After the Big Chop

noreply@blogger.com (** Ms. D**) — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 16:28:00 +0000

Hey Everyone! Hope you had a great Easter. For all my transitioning readers, this one is for you!

What to expect after the BC:

Throwback Thursday

noreply@blogger.com (** Ms. D**) — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 01:03:00 +0000

One thing I love about having a personal blog is that I can look back at past hairstyles, regimens, etc.

For today's Throwback Thursday, I decided to post how my hair looked in March 2011 and 2012.

Braid-outs and turquoise/teal seem to be the theme.

March 30, 2012 (click for post)

Tools of the Trade

noreply@blogger.com (** Ms. D**) — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 22:10:00 +0000

From Left to Right:

Wash Night- The Final Result

noreply@blogger.com (** Ms. D**) — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 22:29:00 +0000

I know, I know...another puff?!?! Well, if y'all read my last post and saw the trial styles..you should understand why I am sticking to this for now.

If you follow me on Twitter(which you should!), you would have seen my tweet about not caring about curl definition. I really don't, which explains this puff. I like my hair this way and chances of me TRYING to define my curls are very slim.

If I do make posts about it, it will be for y'all only... to show "how to do it".