Summer is without a doubt my favorite season. I’ve got Caribbean blood so I crave the warmth of the sun! And of course there’s the bonus of extended daylight hours, and the option to rock barely there sundresses. But during the summer, it’s always a struggle to keep my skin dry and my hair moisturized. […] Read More »
The Best Hair Year Ever – with L’Oréal Paris EverCurl
If you follow me on Instagram, you know that I’ve been trying out a number of different hair care products, courtesy of some of my favorite brands – thanks, OGX and Strivectin! Now, I’m adding another great brand to my hair care collection: L’Oréal® Paris EverCurl. I had my last relaxer in Fall 2014, and I’ve […] Read More »
Say Bye-Bye to Frizzy Hair this Summer with Magic Sleek
I love the summer heat. But with temps nearing 100 degrees my hair typically would quickly become a frizzy mess! A few years ago, I learned about Magic Sleek, a great treatment for hassle-free, sleek and shiny summer hair! The highlight of attending the International Beauty Show was having my hair straightened by Magic Sleek. […] Read More »
Shiny, Healthy Summer Hair Can Be Yours With Herbalosophy, Obliphica and Magic Sleek
Happy first day of Summer! As the weather gets warmer, I start looking forward to the sun and surf. But, one issue I have when heading from Winter into Summer is lackluster hair. Getting shiny, healthy Summer hair is always a great idea, and now is the perfect time for me (and you) to start! Are you […] Read More »
Get Badass Hair this Summer with OGX!
I may have missed #NationalBadAssHairDay yesterday, but I’m going to have badass hair all summer thanks to OGX! Have you tried OGX hair care products http://bit.ly/1Wx8MVf? It’s a super affordable drugstore hair care brand that I first became hip to when I tried and fell in love with their Renewing Argan Oil Of Morocco Weightless […] Read More »
Wedding Hair How-To: Low, Messy Chignon Tutorial + DIY Jeweled Headband
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #WholeBlends #CollectiveBias The past few months have been all about wedding planning! But not for me – for my sister! She’s getting married soon, and since I’m her matron of honor, I’ve been busy helping her with all […] Read More »
Get a Salon-Quality Blowout at Home with OGX Beauty Products!
I love getting my hair professionally done but I typically only head to the salon if I’m in need of something I can’t do at home, like a haircut or full head install, or if I want to get glammed up for a special event. Also, after recently being overcharged for a haircut/blowout combo at […] Read More »
Get beautiful, frizz-free hair this summer with Magic Sleek!
I was beyond thrilled when Magic Sleek asked me to be a hair model at the New York International Beauty Show in March. The previous year I had been introduced to this amazing hair smoothing and straightening and it changed my life! I’ve lived with curly, frizzy hair forever, and after having the Magic Sleek […] Read More »
‘How to Get Down’ with my ‘Straight Wrap’ using Frizz Ease products
As the weather gets warmer (read: muggier), it gets even more difficult to tame my hair. My hair usually starts out looking all smooth and beautiful in the morning, but by the time I leave the house, it becomes a fluffy, frizzy, crazy mess! Who can relate? The easy fix is to just wear it […] Read More »
‘How to Get Down’ with my ‘Curly Bob’ using Frizz Ease products
My first job in a hair salon at age 14 has left me with a lifetime addiction to hair care and hair care products! I’ve always been obsessed with my hair – and a peek into my beauty closet will reveal that not much has changed since I was a teenager. But one thing that […] Read More »
Nioxin System Kits help you achieve fuller, softer and healthier hair!
As I approach 40, I’m starting to feel like my hair is thinner than ever and not as full as it once was. I have heard about different systems that claim to increase fullness and make hair less prone to breakage and I’ve even tried a few, but haven’t noticed much of a difference. Then, […] Read More »
Hair care review: Pantene Truly Relaxed line
My first job ever was working in a hair salon. So ever since then, I’ve had an unhealthy obsession with hair care and hair products. My apartment is stocked with shampoos, conditioners, styling products, gels, mousses, hair tools, etc. Yes, I am a hair product junkie! I recently received products from Pantene’s Truly Relaxed line […] Read More »
The 3 products you need to whip your hair into shape during the summer heat and humidity
Summer is my favorite time of year because I absolutely love the warm weather. The only downside is the effect heat and humidity has on my hair, especially at the end of summer. I’ve found some great products that are good for your hair and will help you keep it healthy in the heat. I’ve […] Read More »
Haute review: Milania Hair Care by Teresa Giudice of The Real Housewives of New Jersey
I absolutely love watching The Real Housewives of New Jersey every week. If you’re also a fan of the show, then you know that whether she’s flipping tables, cooking, or fighting with her brother, Teresa Giudice always has beautiful hair! I had the pleasure of meeting Teresa and learning more about her Milania Hair Care line while I […] Read More »
Repair your hair with AG Hair Keratin Repair Volumizing Spray and Anti-Breakage Mask
A few months ago I was shopping at Ulta and saw some new hair care products from AG Hair called Keratin Repair. Knowing that hair is made of keratin, I was interested in trying this brand, since it looked like it was based on restoring hair’s condition. I bought the AG Hair Keratin Repair Revamp […] Read More »
How I went from curly to straight with Magic Sleek Hair Straightening
I was excitedly making my way through the International Beauty Show at the Javits Center in New York when I stopped by the Magic Sleek booth to learn about their hair straightening system. I’ve never had my hair straightened before and was really impressed with the idea of straight, shiny hair without using harsh chemicals. […] Read More »
Sponsored review: Pantene’s new Truly Relaxed hair care line
My first job as a teenager was at my hairdresser’s salon, which was perfect because I’ve always been obsessed with my hair and hair care products. To this day, I’m always excited to try out new products, especially those designed for African American hair. Pantene recently launched two new collections specially formulated for African-American hair: […] Read More »
Get haute hair with John Frieda Precision Foam Color
I hadn’t used hair color in a few years, but when I noticed some grey hairs peeking through, I decided to give home hair color a try. I bought John Frieda Precision Foam Color (in Dark Chocolate Brown 4BG) and found it to be incredibly easy to use! After mixing the color, it dispensed as a […] Read More »