Showing posts with label Products. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Products. Show all posts

Sunday, 16 December 2012

Intelligent Beauty Labs, Reveal & More!


I have been trying out some great skin care products from HairEnvy.com. Hair Envy offers both hair, beauty and skin products.

Out of all the products that I tried, my absolute favorite is the Reveal High Potency Anti-Wrinkle Serum!! I have always had problems with unbalanced skin, and have tried many products to help. After using the Reveal High Potency Anti-Wrinkle Serum for a couple of weeks, there was a noticeable change. The dark spots started to fade and my skin looked a lot more even and brighter.  *Now... (lol), I don't recommend using it every morning and every night all week long. I used it every morning and every night for about 3 weeks, any my skin is super dry. Which is expected, because it is getting rid of layers of dead skin. So that was my fault. So I would advise that you use it once a day or use it on the spots you want to correct only. And if you feel any dryness - do what I am doing, with is taking a short break, and try again later. I saw a great difference in my skins complexion and am looking forward to continuing to use the Reveal Serum.  To learn more, go to HairEnvy.com.

Saturday, 15 December 2012

Holidays Gifts!

Parnevu T-Tree Oil products are uniquely formulated to promote growth, prevent hair breakage, repair split ends, and eliminate dry scalp, leaving you hair healthy, vibrant and strong. Some great products to try are their T-Tree Shampoo, T-Tree Scalp Oil & T-Tree Oil Sheen. To learn more, go to Parnevu.com.








Pure Ice ends 2012, with giving a celebratory fairwell to some of there older polishes, like the cute Pure Ice Jamaica Me Crazy! and Pure Ice Tease.  Although we will miss these gorgeous colors, in 2013 Pure Ice will bringing in a ton of new nail polish colors. I for one am very excited to see what they have in store for us. You can also check out Pure Ice on Facebook.






Henna from Morrocco Method: Every shade of their Henna hair dye is a high quality hair conditioner. Whether you want to change your look or cover grey hair, their henna is a natural alternative for coloring hair. Since I loved my own hair color, I used their Light Brown Henna for a conditioning treatment. To learn more about the Morrocco Method, check out their website.

Josie Maran hair serum - It's the shine of the times! Argan Oil Hair Serum gives instant shine and long-lasting rejuvenation. Subtly scented with geranium and bergamot fruit oils, the ultra-light, never-greasy formula penetrates the hair shaft to seal split ends and deliver intense moisture to each layer of the hair strand. To learn more, go to Josie Maran website.

Wednesday, 5 December 2012

Dezign Ayuan Naturals


Dezign Ayuan Natural is great brand of hair care products that was created with their customers in mind. "Dezign Ayuan Naturals is a natural hair and body cosmetic line that was founded by Yolanda Dowdell . As a licensed hair stylist, she wanted to create products that could be customized for individuals according to their hair and body needs. We at Dezign Ayuan Naturals understand that every product is not designed for everyone so that's why we customized our products accordingly. Our focus is dry hair, frizz control and curl definition. Our products are made in small batches to control the quality and freshness of our hair and body treats. We are a small family owned business located in Alabama. We make each order with love. We will never use any harsh ingredients in our products. We care about our company's integrity, our customers satisfaction, and the health of your hair and body."

On first impression alone, I was excited when I received my shipment, because I opened the box to amazing smells. The Brazilian Nut Moisturizing Conditioner and the Herbal Moisture Daily Refresher both smell so yummy!  And the Herbal Magic Growth Oil has a great consistency  I have enjoyed trying out these products, the great smells and having my hair and scalp feel refreshed.

For a limited time, Dezign Ayuan Naturals is offering the readers of the Naturally Beautiful Hair Blog a 10% discount on your next order. To get the discount, use code Dezign10.   To learn more about Dezign Ayuan Naturals, go to their website or check them out on Facebook.

Tuesday, 13 November 2012

Aunt Jackie's Curls & Coils



Check out a new brand of hair care products called AuntJackie’s Curls & Coils. The line has products for different textures of hair – Curly, Wavy and Kinky!  As well has having a great site that includes tons of information and a Naturalista Club, the packaging for their products are colorful, fun and inviting.

Here is more about their brand: “Get ready to put some spring in your coils! Aunt Jackie's solutions provide manageability and softness to all hard-to-manage hair textures. Coily and Kinky hair most commonly have "Z" shaped coil patterns. These tighter textures absorb moisture like a sponge, causing the hair to look and feel chronically dry. Further, attempting to train tight texture by excessive tugging, combing and brushing can easily lead to breakage and damage. The best way to effectively manage coily and kinky hair is to keep it clean, well moisturized, conditioned and soft.  Thank goodness Aunt Jackie's has exactly what you need.”

To learn more about Aunt Jackie's products, go to Aunt Jackies Curls & Coils and you can also see more on their Facebook Page. 

Click 'read more" to read Aunt Jackie's hair care regiment.... 


Follow Aunt Jackie's regimen, below, to care for super soft coils, afros, puffs, braid outs and twists:

STEP 1: CLEANSE              
Coily and Kinky-textured hair should be shampooed, as needed, but no less than every 2-3 weeks, as build up on the scalp can prevent healthy growth.  Use SULFATE-FREE, Oh So Clean! Moisturizing and Softening Shampoo to thoroughly cleanse, while replenishing with essential moisture and oils. Don't vigorously shampoo. Work into a lather by gently massaging scalp to lift impurities, then rinse and repeat, washing scalp and hair. 

STEP 2: CONDITION        
Regardless of your texture, the triple action of Aunt Jackie's, In Control, helps to soften, moisturize and deep condition. Use it as a general-use conditioner or as a reconstructive treatment. For extremely tight and kinky textures, use In Control Moisturizing and Softening Conditioner as a Co-Wash (Conditioning Wash) to assist in softening the hair, even more, while cleansing. To use it as a Co-Wash, thoroughly wet hair, gently massaging the scalp to help lift impurities.  Then, coat hair with In Control and massage hair and scalp in a gentle shampooing motion.  Rinse from hair, then reapply.  Follow directions below for general use, or as a reconstructive treatment. For general-use,after shampooing, apply to clean, towel-dried hair, coating from roots to ends.  Leave on for 3 minutes and thoroughly rinse.  As a reconstructive, deep conditioning treatment, apply generously, then cover hair with a plastic cap. Sit under a warm hooded dryer for 10 minutes before thoroughly rinsing.

STEP 3: DETANGLE          
Coily, Kinky textures are a huge challenge to comb. That is, until now! Knot On My Watch Instant Detangling Therapy makes combing easier.  Watch the comb glide through hard-to-manage hair, while ultra-hydrating humectants restore a healthy moisture balance. Apply generously to hair, concentrating more on difficult areas.  Always use a wide tooth comb and never force the comb through tangles.  Work through tangled areas by taking sections of the hair, gently combing the ends then working your way upward to the roots. 

STEP 4:  STYLE
Choose your signature style and then lock it in using Curl La La Defining Curl Custard.  Because it won't flake or cake, you can use it on wet or slightly damp hair. To create coils, twists or braid outs, apply a small amount to sections of damp hair, while twisting, braiding, or setting on rollers or rods.   Sit under a hooded dryer on a warm setting (higher setting if hair is freshly shampooed), or allow to completely air dry. Once dry, release hair, finger-styling into desired  style.  For Afros and Puffs, generously massage Curl La La into hair and scalp. Style and adorn as desired.

AUNT JACKIE'S TIP: During styling, apply just a dab of Curl La La to fingertips as you release twisted, braided or roller-set hair.  This will give your coily look added sheen and softness. Kinkier textures tend to absorb moisture and look dry, So, finish your style with a touch of oil.  Aunt Jackie's favorite is Africa's Best Instant Herbal Oil.  The natural blend of oils leaves a brilliant sheen, while providing added softness.             

Friday, 9 November 2012

nuNAAT's Karité Special With Shea Butter



I received some great products from nuNATT called Karité Special With Shea Butter. The Karité Special With Shea Butter line includes Karité Nourishing Shampoo, Karité Reconstructive Conditioner
Karité Special Deep Conditioning Hair Mask, Karité Special Leave-In Detangler (Combing Cream) and the Karité Thermo Active Anti-Frizz. It is a great hair care set that is perfect for curly and thick hair.

Here is more information about the products - "Packed with Vitamins and Nourishing Shea Butter
Our advanced karit formula with shea butter relieves dryness and restores hair's healthy balance, leaving it soft and shiny. Widely considered one of the best shea butter hair care collections on the market today. Shea butter is a slightly yellowish or ivory-colored natural fat extracted from the fruit of the Shea tree found in Africa. Shea butter is one of the richest emollients on the market, providing ultraviolet protection without a greasy feeling. The hair products are also packed with vitamin A, D, E and F; protects hair from harmful sun damage. There is no oily buildup or greasy residue; No clogged pores. It also rehydrates, restores and revitalizes dry, damaged and brittle hair; restores natural brilliance to chemically-processed hair and protects hair from damage caused by daily flat iron use. To find a store that carries NuNAAT in your area, click here.

Tuesday, 6 November 2012

Cantu Shea Butter's Natural Hair Care Line





The Cantu Shea Butter line has a new website that will be launching soon.  I for one, am excited to see their new site. Cantu  Shea butter has a new line of Natural Hair products. Some of the products that are apart of the line are the Coconut Shine and Hold Mist, Coconut Styling Cream and Creamy Hair Lotion. 

Cantu is one of my go to brands. I love their thick No Drip Oil.  It makes my scalp feel healthy and moisturized. Some of the ingredients are shea, aloe vera, jojoba, coconut oil and milk. 

Cantu Shea Butter products can be found Walmart, Walgreens and Target. 

Wednesday, 1 August 2012

Mane 'N Tail and Conceived By Nature


Mane 'n Tail has a great product line for hair care that includes shampoos, conditioners, dangler, hair polish and more! They also have a new brand called Conceived by Nature. "Conceived By Nature is a completely natural and organic hair care line. The story is simple…sourcing the world for the highest quality natural and certified organic components, Mane 'n Tail designed each shampoo and conditioner to be uniquely balanced for incredible performance, with fragrant aromas to provide a multi-sensory experience that leaves hair natural, healthy, clean and conditioned." - Conceived by Nature

The Conceived by Nature shampoo and conditioner comes in three great scents: Lavender, Citrus and Rosemary.  To learn more about these products and their benefits go to Conceived By Nature and Mane 'n Tail.

Wednesday, 20 June 2012

Motions New Natural You! Hair Care Line


Motions has a new collection of hair care products created specially for women with natural hair textures. The new line of hair care products are labeled Naturally You!, and included Moisturizing Cleanser, Smoothing Conditioner, Conditioning Masque, Hydrate My Curls Pudding, My Curls Creme, and Radiating Gloss.  The line features special blends of shea butter, coconut and avocado oils that deeply moisturizes the hair, providing curl definition, softness and manageability. To learn more about motions, go to their website Motionshair.com.



Friday, 25 May 2012

TwistedSista Giveaway! 3 Lucky Winners



TwistedSista is hosting a giveaway on the Naturally Beautiful Hair Blog, and there will be 3 lucky Winners!!  The giveaway is for their Leave-In Conditioner and their 30 Second Curl Spray.  Here is more about these two products: 

Once hair is conditioned and damp, spray new TwistedSista Leave-In Conditioner to calm and control your troublesome ends. With a hard-bristle brush, brush the lower section of your hair forward and the sides of your hair to your desired angle, whether it be toward the left or the right, until you have a curly bouffant at the very top of your head.

Secure hair and any loose strands with bobby pins and hair bungee. Spray Twisted Sista 30 Second Curl Spray to give your curly bouffant a boost! Smooth over the lower section of your hair with Twisted Sista Different Strokes Serum to eliminate any frizz.

To enter the giveaway, follow these three steps:
  • Go to TwistedSista on Facebook and like their page.
  • Reply to this post telling us that you want to enter the contest.
  • Follow this Blog by going to the right hand corner of this page and press 'Join this Site' under the Friends section, to follow. 
The contest ends in two weeks on June 8th at 10 pm. Good luck and happy styling!!

TwistedSista's Styling Creams

TwistedSista has some great products for those of you who like to occasionally blow dry your hair out. Two of their styling creams are the nuNAAT Karité Special Thermo-Active Pre-Styling Crèmeand Twisted Sista Straightening Blow Dry Cream. My curly haired friend Alicia loves the blow dry cream. She commented saying that when she and her daughter used the cream to blow dry their hair, it was so easy to use and that they were able to achieve the style they wanted very quicky and without hassle. To learn more about TwistedSista, you can also check them out on Facebook.

Saturday, 5 May 2012

Healthy Hair Nutrition Conditioning Cleanser

Salon Grafix has a great cleanser called Healthy Hair Nutrition Conditioning Cleanser.  My mom, who has recent gone back to her natural hair texture, tried this cleanser and loves it. She said that it softened her hair and made it very easy to come out any tangles that may have been left behind after her wash. 

 It's "For people with dry, damaged, and frizzy hair; it is a constant battle with the shampoo bottle and blow dryer to regain the volume and shine that is so desired in the perfect hairdo. However, what many do not realize is that this hair war that they engage in nearly every day is the true downfall of the health and shine of their hair. Shampooing your hair daily is actually the main cause behind the stripping of the natural oils your hair needs to stay healthy, shiny and full of body. Salon Grafix's new Healthy Hair Nutrition Conditioning Cleanser, available as of February 2012, is a single step hair care regimen that uses a color-defending formula to condition and revitalize damaged hair. The refreshing citrus crème-scented cleanser is sulfate-free and formulated for use on all types of hair. Retailing at only $8.49 per bottle the Conditioning Cleanser can be purchased at Wal-Mart, CVS, Walgreens, Rite Aid and other select retailers across the nation."  



Wednesday, 18 April 2012

Meet Natural Beauty - Jessica Roberts!


"I have been natural for almost two years. I decided to do the big chop back in August 2010. My “must have” hair care products are shea butter, olive oil, and water. I also use a leave- in conditioner mix with Kinky Kurly Knot. Today [I use] aloe vera juice, and oil (I got this idea from Kimmaytube), which I put in my hair after it is washed and detangled. I do this routine at least once a week. Just recently I started using Miss Jessie’s Super Slip Sudsy Shampoo and I love it. For my conditioner, I use Organix Macdamia. My natural hair goal would be to maintain my healthy hair and hopefully reach a shoulder length (in its natural state). I would also love to open my own natural hair salon within the next few years, so that I can educate others about “our” hair, how to be comfortable in the skin they in, and to embrace their heritage!" - Jessica. 
Jessica is from Baltimore, MD. To contact Jessica, go to her Facebook Page or Twitter

Monday, 19 March 2012

Shampoo Bars from Belle Vie

I recently tried some great shampoo bars from Belle Vie Soap. The shampoo bars are handmade by Khadijah - "I love nature! There are an abundance of materials given to us by mother earth. It is my job to share the beauty of nature with others."




Belle Vie Soaps offer products for both the hair and body. I have tried the Double Shea & Hemp and the Argan & Warm Honey shampoo bars. They both smell yummy, are easy to use, and leave my scalp feeling clean and refreshed.  The shampoo bars are made with natural oils, seeds, herbs and butters. No Sulfate and no Preservatives. With prices ranging from $5.25 to $23.00, the prices are very affordable. To learn more, go to Belle Vie Soaps.

Thursday, 9 February 2012

Kynx Hair Care Product Line!



Kynx has a great hair care line. Their products include:
These products are great because there are oils, conditioners and gels that work great for loc's. And great creams, conditioners and cleanser for curly and kinky hair.  So there is something for everyone. To learn more about Kynx, go to Kynx Hair Care and find them on Facebook. 

Tuesday, 7 February 2012

Aubrey Organics

Aubrey Organic's has some great hair care products. Their lavender shampoo and conditioner smells heavenly!

I had a chance to add the balancing shampoo to my last hair wash.  I used it as a pre-wash and then used my regular shampoo after, and I loved how clean my scalp and hair looked! To learn more about Aubrey's hair products, go to
Aubrey-organics.com. You can also join them on Facebook.


Thursday, 8 December 2011

Dr. Miracles New Products


Dr. Miracles has some new products that work great with Natural Hair.  My daughters absolutely love the product line because it helps to keep their hair moisturized and curls in tact.  Some of the new items are Thermal Protection Styler, Conditioning Shampoo, Leave in Conditioner, Oil Sheen Spray, Damaged Hair Medicated treatment, Restorative Treatment Packs, Follicle Healer Pomade, Edge Holding Spray and Hydrating Oil.   

One of my favorite hair products of Dr. Miracles is their Growth Oil. It smells really good and helps to keep my edges moisturized. 

 To learn more about Dr. Miracles and their hair care line, go to www.drmiracles.com.

Friday, 11 November 2011

Waxelene! A Healthier Alternative

I wanted to let you all know about a great product called Waxelene. It is an organic alternative of  vaseline/petroleum jelly.  I have been looking for alternatives to using vaseline, after I watched an episode of Dr. OZ and found out that it can cause health problems over time -
"Petroleum jelly is a byproduct of oil drilling, and when you spread it on your lips, you end up eating it, which is essentially the same as drinking gasoline. Add up the amount of lip-gloss the average woman uses (and consumes) over a decade, and it equals 7 pounds. The European Union has banned many petroleum jelly products, and experts are concerned they could be linked to cancer. Women with breast cancer have twice the levels of hydrocarbons (substances found in petroleum jelly) in their breasts than women who haven’t had breast cancer." - Source:     Dr. Oz The Top Three Dangers In Your Beauty Products
Great USE's WAXELENE FOR:
  • Anything you would use petroleum jelly for and more!
  • Skin moisturizing, protection, and lubrication - lips, feet – anywhere!
  • Protection from chafing, friction, and wind burn - jogging, biking, volleyball, etc.
  • Make-up & removal - add extra gloss to lips/face or remove make-up the healthy way.
  • Soothing chapped, dry skin (Eczema & Psoriasis)
  • Reducing diaper irritation - babies love Waxelene!
  • Aftershave for face/legs etc.
  • Wetsuit rash prevention - won't deteriorate wetsuit and no petroleum in the water!
  • Hair - thick texture aids in styling while moisturizing and nourishing
  • After Sun
  • Hands - relieving drying effects from repeated hand washings or doing dishes
  • Tons of other creative household and cosmetic uses
BENEFITS:
  • Non-petroleum based - Healthier for your family and the planet!
  • Eco-friendly, biodegradable, no GMOs
  • No parabens or artificial ingredients
  • Smooth and silky consistency
  • All natural
  • Contains organic ingredients
  • Water/sweat resistant - Lasting protection.
  • Not Greasy
  • Goes on clear
  • No animal testing
For more information, go to Waxelene.com.

Tuesday, 22 June 2010

My IC Styling Gel Review

After seeing Wahidah's video on how she maintains her hair, I decided to give one of the products she uses a try. I have always avoiding gel, because I knew that it has a history of building up, becoming a flacky mess and just drying out loc's. But I have always admire Wahidah's loc's, so I said.. ok, I will give it a try. And I love it!

I washed my hair, oiled my scalp with African Pride Oil, and then palm rolled each loc - using the IC Styling Gel at the base of each loc. As I palm rolled my loc's into sections, I braided loc's in groups of 6 loc's for each braid. Once all of my loc's where braided, I let them air dry. I left the braids / plaits in for 3 days.  With the IC Gel, the roots of my loc's stayed shiny and neat the whole 3 days (It always helps to wrap your hair with silk scarf at night, and wear a comfortable scarf around you hair line when working out to keep your loc's looking fresh).

When I took my braids / plaits down... I was so surprise. It looked salon fresh!  This is how my hair looked after I went to the salon two months ago. I was able to get the same look at home that I got at the salon for $60 bucks!  So I am so happy with the results. I am alreayd a fan of the IC leave in conditioner; but now I am also a fan of the IC Styling gel. Of course use the gel moderately. A little bit will go a long way.  Thank you for the recommendation Wahidah. Great info...

Thursday, 10 June 2010

Inspirational Photo - Joy Franklin



Joy's hair is gorgeous. She has a beautiful texture as shown in these photos. She uses Bee Mine Hair Products.

Tuesday, 13 October 2009

No Drip Hair & Scalp Oil

A young lady contact me via ILoveMyLoc's, and had a good question regarding moisturizing an itchy scalp. I have had problems in the past with itchy dry scalp myself, and have used a few products (on separate occasions) to help. The first one is African Pride Oil, which feels and smells good. And the second product that I would recommend is Cantu Shea Butter 'No Drip Nourishing Hair & Scalp Oil'. Here was my response:

Hi ....., Have you tried Cantu Shea Butter's 'No Drip Hair & Scalp Oil'? It is really thick, but not creamy. So it won't cause any build up, if used as instructed. When I use it, it does a good job of saturating my hair and scalp, and leaves my hair feeling very moisturized. I hope this helps! - Karen