Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Hair's My Natural Beau(ty) - Adjatay

Hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving.  I'm back to share with you another Hair's My Natural Beauty feature with the cutest little boy with a head of a hair that would rival Troy Polamalu.  Check out his story, told by his mom, a natural herself, Daphney.

This week's #NaturalHair Beau(ty) is 3 year old Adjatay from New Jersey.


How old is Adjatay?  Adjatay is 2 yrs old and will be 3 in December


How would you describe his hair? Adjatay's hair is soft and full of medium size curls.


What hair products work best for his hair?  The products that I use in Adjatay's hair are Grapeseed oil and SheaMoisuture products....I also make my own Leave-In Conditioner that I picked up from KimmayTube on Youtube....I wash his hair with a sulfate-free product called HairOne from Sallys beauty supply.


What's his hair regimen like? Every 2 weeks I saturate Adjatays hair with Olive Oil and put a self heating foil hair cap and let him play and enjoy his day for a couple of hours than I wash his hair with the HairOne conditioning shampoo. I than take the leave-in I made and spread it through out his hair, this helps me to detangle his hair also. Afterwards, I am ready to double strand twist his hair while using SheaMoisture Curl Smoothie. He sleeps with a hair bonnet to keep his hair from drying and every couple of days I use the a couple of drops of Grape seed oil and run it through his hair to keep it moisturized.


How do you style his hair?  I double strand twist Adjatay's hair...since its getting longer I sometimes box braid it.


What resources have helped you in maintaining and styling his hair?  I have done alot of my research on Youtube and i even googled alot and found ways to maintain his hair.


Do you ever plan on cutting his hair?  I do not plan on cutting his hair anytime soon.





Isn't he the cutest little thing :)  When I first saw the 3rd pic via his Mom, I was amazed and had to feature him.  His mom does an excellent job of caring for his hair, I wish I had the patience and had the resources we have now four years ago when I was taming my own little one's hair. 

So, what do you guys think? 

Monday, November 21, 2011

Pretty Girls Rock at American Music Awards


Last night, I watched the American Music Awards and thought it was pretty good in terms of performances.  I really liked Kelly Clarkson, Adam Levine & Gym Class Heroes , Maroon 5 + Christina Aguilera, Mark Anthony & Pitbull and Mary J. Blige.  

As far as looks, these were my favorites:
I love everything about this look.  So cute and chic.

Jennifer is working this little silver number.

J.Lo seems to always get it right. Love the lace.


Love Alanis Morisettes' shoes! and that fishtail was perfection.


Did you watch last night's #AMAs? 
Any looks that you favored, that I didn't list?

Sunday, November 20, 2011

10 Fashion Tips for A Working Woman



Written by: Marina


Working women are expected to look well-kept and polished. This is especially true if you have a job that requires you to keep your image up such as a receptionist, a business owner, or a lawyer. What you choose to wear on a daily basis can let employers know that you are serious about your job. On the other hand, it can also let them know that you are a little unorganized if you don’t make the right decisions. The following are 10 fashions tips that can help working women look fashionable and presentable.


Fashion Tips for Working Women


1. Look the part. You want to look at if you actually woke up in the morning and put forth a little effort into the way you look. You don’t want to appear as if you just rolled out of the bed. If you are expected to be a professional, strive to look the part. This will vary depending on your profession. A rule of thumb is to dress similar to your boss. How she dresses will be a good indicator of how she expects you to dress.


2. Strive to have the polished look. Looking cute and trendy is certainly okay on some days. The majority of the days, however, strive to project a polished professional image. Choose classic attire such as pencil skirts, button up blouses, and pantsuits. Find ways to dress them up by adding in a splash of color here and there. You want to look clean. Keep your hairstyle up to date so that you look like you keep up with the times.


3. Avoid over the top jewelry. If you are going out for a night on the town, flashy jewelry may be acceptable. It is not acceptable for the office. Don’t wear jewelry that is going to stand out or offend others in any way. Keep jewelry in the office minimal and classy. Too big or too bright will distract others, including your boss. Go for diamond studs and a nice simple bracelet.


4. Do your clothes fit? Wearing clothes that do not fit can be uncomfortable and unappealing. If they are too big, you may look slouchy. If your clothes are too small, you may get attention that you are not looking for. The right fit is important in portraying a professional image.


5. Don’t go too low. The office is not a place for low cut shirts. Be cautious of what you are allowing others to see. If cleavage is showing, the shirt is too low. Make sure the neckline of your blouse covers your cleavage.


6. Handbags do matter. Your handbag can say a lot about you. Oversized handbags may give you the appearance of being unorganized. Choose a small or medium size bag that helps you get the professional image that you are looking for.


7. Nails. You can’t look professional if you walk around with your fingernails half painted. Make sure to remove old nail paint. Opt for a manicure or choose to go without any paint at all.


8. Make-up. Avoid sparkly eyes and lips in the workplace. Choose subtle colors that won’t stand out. You don’t want people looking at your makeup and making decisions about you. You want them to notice your professional attitude and what you can offer to the business.


9. Avoid going too casual. If you show up in your pajamas and a pair of slipper you will likely get fired. Don’t go too casual to work. Make sure the styles that you choose are appropriate for your workplace. It’s okay to wear jeans and heals if your workplace calls for this attire. Use your best judgment.


10. Can you see through it? You don’t want to walk around in clothing that you can see straight through. This does not project a professional image at all. If you wear white, be cautious of your bra showing.


Looking professional is the key to getting people to take you seriously.  What does your work clothing say about you?  Do you need to make some changes to your wardrobe?

Article Source: http://www.beautyandfashiontech.com /10 Fashion Tips for Working Women

Thursday, November 17, 2011

Nicki Minaj OPI Nail Lacquer Collection



Nicki Minaj is the most recent celebrity to team up with nail lacquer company, OPI.  The collection makes its debut next year according to her site.  Of course, being the girly girl that I am, I like the "Pink Friday" but also like the vampy look of "Super Bass".

What about you, which color interest you or not? 
Which celebrity would you like to see collaborate with a major beauty brand?  

P.S. It's been a while :) 

Tuesday, November 1, 2011

5 At-Home Hair Care Remdies to Treat Your Tresses this Season


Winter is around the corner and that means excessive DRYNESS, possible breakage, and perhaps split ends.

       Here are five fast and furious tips to combat those issues:


1. Condition Condition Condition. Invest in a super moisture infused deep conditioner to hydrate and replenish your hair from the cold winds and those pesky wool hats that always seem to snag our hair. I'd say deep-condition at minimum once a week.

Suggestion: Dabur Vatika Natural Conditioning Treatment --Love it Love it Love it.

 
2. Trim your hair of any split or frail ends. A trim doesn't necessarily mean a hair cut (so don't fear) it can save your hair from further damage.

Suggestion: Purchase Roux Mendex Treatment from Sally Beauty Supply. I've used it a couple of times for my raggedy ends and noticed an instant difference. I must say though, that this is just a temporary solution for me when I'm unable to get in a stylist's chair for a trim. But, it works wonders! Trust me.


3. Put the blow dryers, curling iron, flat irons, any heat appliances down for a while. By now we all know that excessive heat on the hair shaft is no bueno. However, if you choose to do so keep the temperature setting at a low setting and use heat protectant serum to protect the hair from the hot tool.

Suggestion: Chi Silk Infusion


4. Use a Sulfate Free Shampoo - Most shampoos that have sulfates are drying and harsh so using one that is FREE of sulfates will minimize the risk of drying out your hair. There are gazillion of sulfate free shampoos on the market now. Go to your nearest drug store and skim the shelves for one that fits your particular needs.

Suggestion: Organix Haircare -  so many varieties to choose from.


5. Don't Neglect Your Scalp - your scalp is the root of most hair issues (pun intended). So keeping it fresh, clean, and free of product can only help boost your hair's overall health. Massage your scalp a couple of times a week to stimulate blood flow and keep it happy and nourished.


These are just 5 quick tips to keep your hair in shape this fall and winter when you don't have a weekly standing hair appointment with a stylist (which I rarely do).

What are some of your suggestions that are not listed?
                    Let us know.

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