The Return of HENNA: A Magic Ayurvedic Treatment Your Hair Will Thank You For!

Circa April 2014: Post Henna Treatment/Bomb Twist Out

It's no secret, that I have a genuine love affair with henna. I've been henna'ing my hair for almost a year. I began my henna treatments in March 2014 to early September 2014. I was inspired to use henna based on the results natural hair blogger and guru CurlyNikki received. I was amped to improve the quality and condition of my hair. I stopped the treatments after the summer, because it was very time consuming and did not fit in with my Grad School schedule. During the time I used henna, I love the results it gave my fine, low porosity, curly/coily hair. My hair is shiner, fuller, hangs looser when wet, less shrinkage, fizz is reduced, and my hair color is considerably darker. 

This year, I decided to revisit the cult treatment among many curlies, wavies, and coily heads. I usually purchase my henna from Mountain Rose Herbs. I purchased  the 400 + grams of henna. Henna's is known as Lawsonia Intermis by its scientific name. Henna is a natural permanent hair dye that is derived from the henna plant. Henna used for many purposes such as body art, conditioning hair, and as a natural dye. Henna has several benefits on the hair and I will list the benefits I have experienced below. 

Tips for Creating the Best Twist Out Ever! ♡

Style: Bantu Knot Out w/ Perm Rods

Hello ladies,

Twist outs are one of the most popular hairstyles worn by women in the curly-hair community. Many women, including myself like to wear twist outs for various reasons. Twists outs allows one to wear their hair in a stretched out style, with minimal shrinkage. Some have even said twist outs allows them to moisturize their hair better throughout the week. Twist outs include 2 strand (sometimes 3) twists, bantu knots, and flat twists. I won't include braid outs because I find that they create a different effect on the hair but closely related to a twist out. Twist outs for some have the ability to reduce shedding, breakage, and knotting of the hair, due to the hair being stretched, instead of free forming curls. Continue reading for my fabulous tips on how to achieve the best darn twist out ever!

Optimum Hair Care, CurlyNikki, & Tracee Ellis Ross Event

Last night, I attended the Optimum Hair Care by Soft Sheen Carson event hosted by CurlyNikki and Tracee Ellis Ross at 404 NYC venue. The event was one not to be missed! Tons of NYC curlies showed up in full effect. The hair and fashion was on point. Big hair, bold lip colors, sky-high-heels, stunning outfits, and NYC swag to match! Optimum was launching their new product called 6-N-1 Miracle Oil. Tracee and CurlyNikki were more GORGEOUS in person than I imagined.