We're NOT gonna waste money in 2017! Gather all your drying, flaky, USELESS products and join me on my our journey to fix them all. This post is dedicated to all my naturalistas who have struggled with products that don't work. Clearly, the companies didn't get the correct formulas, so we'll just have to make our…
How To Turn Crochet Braids Into A Weave? Perfect For Faux Locs, Twists & Curls.
There I was crocheting a blanket for my friend with some brand new pre-twisted hair sitting in a box waiting for me to install it. A few minutes passed and I was already getting bored. Before I knew it, I was crocheting my twists into the blanket. I've made wefts using crochet braids before, but…
How To Pack Light – ONE PURSE, Two Nights, 10 Travel Tips
Packing light is so convenient for those of us who don't want to worry about baggage fees, checking in, or possibly losing our luggage. It's also a practical thing to do if you're only going to be away overnight or for the weekend. I packed everything from clothes to makeup in my Teddy Blake handbag.…
5 Reasons To Use African Black Soap Instead Of Shampoo
I'm on a mission to find my top 5 shampoos and I think I've stumbled upon number 1; African black soap. I really should have thought of this sooner, but I always forget to take the obvious path when it comes to hair care. Black soap is great for my skin and it's even better…
DIY Dark Brown Balayage At Home With A BRUSH!
I love a good balayge or ombré, but they can be pricey if you get someone else to color your hair. I recently did a dark brown Balayage on a wig from Uni Wigs. I think it's an easy way to get a gorgeous, natural color without too much commitment. Of course, you can go lighter…
DIY Crochet Braid Ponytail With A Top Knot Bun: FX Senegalese Twist Hair
I felt a little experimental and wanted a big ponytail with a BUN! I went to my local beauty supply store and bought two packets of Femi Collection's Senegalese Twist Braid Hair because I wanted some big, long hair. This hair is coarse like Marley Hair, so if you want softer hair, definitely pick something…
3D Cubic Twist Crochet Braids Ombre Vs Highlights & Giveaway
Crochet braids have come a long way and I was looking to experiment with the new Cubic Twist hair. The hair is by Isis and it's called the Afri-Naptural Cubic Twist Split Twist Crochet Braid hair. It's from Elevate styles. I was unsure of how the four strand twists would look on my head,…
How To: Curly Afro With Bangs
I have fallen in love with kinky/ curly afros and bangs. I especially love Taren Guy's mane. I have a different hair texture and length, so I cannot duplicate her style, but I can make a wig like it. I got some bohemian curly hair from Ladybug Accessories to achieve this look. The hair is…
4c Twisted Holiday Hair Updo (Snake in a Bun) Shea Moisture Products
The holidays are upon us and we don't have time. I decided to hit my 4c natural beauties with a quick hairstyle for your hair when it's a mess. Yes, you can achieve greatness on old hair. I went ahead and did a 5 minute updo that I like to call a snake in a bun because…
Crochet Senegalese Twists With Natural Parting
I love the idea of using pre-braided or pre-twisted crochet braids to do individual braiding style like box braids or Senegalese twists, but I prefer a more natural "traditional" look. I decided to do jumbo (large) crochet twists with a Senegalese twist leave-out and I'm really impressed with the outcome considering the fact that it's…