A t some point in our Natural Hair journey we have all heard of the signature Deva Cut that could help get your curls into formation. That signature cut was developed and implemented by DevaCurl.  DevaCurl has now become known for what I consider luxury hair care products.  Most of their products range from $20 to $60... so yes, the prices can be very steep.  Oh My GIF from Antm GIFs Source: DevaCurl Because of the luxury prices, I have been afraid to try out the DevaCurl hair products.  Fortunately for me, I was recently sent one DevaCurl's newest products to try out, Super Stretch - the Coconut Curl Elongator. Disclaimer - I did receive this complimentary, but this will have no bearing on my honest review!  The Claims DevaCurl Claims that Super Stretch "weightlessly elongates curls and maintains definition" . The website states that the product is " Versatile and lightweight, this styler has a rich velvety texture that the provides the mo...
A s some of you may know, I am a product junkie.  The first step to recovery is admitting that you have a problem. 😉Because of my obsession with buying and trying out different hair products, I feel comfortable with sharing with you all my favorite styling gels that can help you have the ultimate curl poppagĂ© (yes, I just made that word up).  This list will include some budget options, for those that want to save a bit of coin and some splurge options for those that don't mind spending a few extra dollars.  The point is, there are plenty of products that you can use that will fit into your budget and allow your curls to win! Budget Friendly 1. EcoStyler Gel This has been my tried and true gel from the beginning of my natural hair journey. It has done right by me; helping me achieve sleek ponytails, curly high puffs, and wash and gos with a shiny, elongated curl. This product can definitely go the distance at price that won't break the bank.  You can find this ...
Photographed by Tyler Mitchell, Vogue, 2018  W e all know how rare it is for BeyoncĂ©, the Queen of everything (if you ask me), to give interviews or speak publicly on private matters.  We usually have to try to decipher her life through pictures, body language, and song lyrics... I'm looking at you, Lemonade.    That's why I am in total shock and glee that BeyoncĂ© is gracing the September issue of VOGUE and she decided to give readers a glimpse into her life.  When BeyoncĂ© covered Vogue Magazine in 2015, the magazine was unable to interview the powerhouse singer.  This time around, BeyoncĂ© is sharing intimate details surrounding her pregnancy, body image, breaking down barriers, and much, much more in her own words. BODY POSITIVITY While I found the whole piece by BeyoncĂ© moving and inspirational, I thought that  it was very important to highlight her thoughts and views regarding her body image.  Due to the nature of this blog and my own stance on body acceptance, I wa...
With the summer months in full effect, I know many people, including myself are looking for quick and easy ways to shed weight and get closer to that coveted hour glass figure.  On my quest to achieve a more a "snatched" waist, I decided that a body wrap was the way to go. I had always heard about companies that sold ready made body wraps but I didn't feel comfortable with shelling out a lot of money for a product that may or MAY NOT work.  Because of this, I felt the urge to try to make my own body wrap... How hard could it be? DIRECTIONS I scoured the internet to find ingredients that promoted weight loss, that I could use for my body wrap.  After careful consideration, I decided on the ingredients listed below ( links to the products mentioned will be included at the end of this post ): When I originally tried this recipe, I went a little overboard with the peppermint oil and it resulted in a strong tingling sensation.  I have tweaked the recipe to av...
"It's not about the size you wear, but the way you wear your size." For many years, society has painted this picture that it is impossible to be fashion-forward if you are over a size 8.  Clothing designed for "plus-sized" women was usually shapeless, tasteless, and to be quite honest, frumpy. After becoming a mom twice over, I have struggled with finding the right pieces that accentuate my figure.  Although I am a mom, I don't want to wear clothing that screams "Soccer Mom".  I want to wear modern, fashion-forward clothes that allows me to wear my size in the most attractive manner. I've been fortunate enough to find the best pieces that will step up any curvy girls' closet in an instant. Here are 10 Essentials that EVERY Curvy Girl Should Have in Their Arsenal. 1. High Waisted Jeans High Waist Jeans are perfect for the full-figured body. These jeans are perfect for showcasing your curves. High Waiste...
Source: Huffington Post If you look on any social media site, you will certainly encounter images of black women with  uber long natural hair... And you may be wondering why your hair hasn't inched past your collar bone. I've been there. My hair became stagnant once I reached just above shoulder length (SL) and I had no idea why my hair was stuck.  If you are having those thoughts and want to beat the hair growth rut that you may be experiencing, check to see if you are making any of these mistakes, and CORRECT immediately. Mistake #1 - Not clipping your split ends I am a harsh offender of this mistake.  Lock me up and throw away the key.  I hate when any stylist pulls out those treacherous scissors... BUT the truth is cutting split ends are necessary to save the healthy hair.   If you refuse to clip your ends, that split will make its way up your hair shaft and do significant damage.  This will inevitably lead to you cutting off more of your hair.  Now you h...