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Why "Colorblind" White People are the Worst
By Ta-ning Connai
If paying bills and having food in my fridge weren't such a priority, I would spend my days watching videos of warm belly puppies and chubby babies that make my heart explode. Recently, I came across a video of a cute little girl eating. But when that beat kicked in, her bowl hit the floor and dance moves from The Motherland bounced off her teeny body! It was the cutest thing ever!
So, I go to the comment section and brothers and sisters are chiming in with joy times 10! Everyone felt uplifted, inspired, excited, moved and filled with great pride in the fact that she was representing her beloved Africa and had not experienced the separation from her culture like so many African-American children (and adults) do. We all took her on as our own black girl magic. Then straight outta nowhere, “white fragility” shows up and a moment of celebration turns into a heated debate.
White lady: When I see this little girl, all I see is a beautiful baby dancing. I see no color and it saddens me that so many people do. I find these comments very discriminating. We are all God's children and racism will never end until we become colorblind.”
Me:“Most comments that reference color is because so many black people have been stripped of their heritage. So when we see a child, a beautiful African black child, expressing her culture freely, we want to celebrate it and make mention of it.”
White Lady:“But you are dividing us when you mention color. God doesn’t see color.”
Me:“So sad that you don't see color, but when you go further by putting that on God you are ignoring His masterful creativity. We learn to love and appreciate each other when we acknowledge the differences that make us all special, NOT by trying to blend everyone together.
Do you prefer we all be the same and conform to your standard of regularity? You don't really care to embrace those that are different than you UNLESS they lay down those differences. This is not a competition (don't know why you said that!), but you can either celebrate with us or go home. This little girl is not just a child, she is not just a beautiful child, she is a black African child. Don't strip away all that she is. You have a culture that you hold dear, so let us have those very rare moments to do the same. Thanks.”
Another White Lady:“Why are you all so full of hatred? Why can’t you see love? I give up. I try to be a good person and love everybody but comments like these divide us all.”
Me: “You are experiencing white fragility; you take great offense to anything that doesn't include YOU. And instead of you all LISTENING to us, you bring the conversation back to yourselves and how “holier than thou” you are for being color blind. You all spend your entire lifespan watching your own race grapple at superiority and you have nothing to say about it. We are denied jobs, mocked in the media, killed by police, underrepresented in film, TV, beauty, education and politics, all the while none of you "colorblind" people are bothered by the inequality.This went on and on and to my dismay, not one white person seemed to understand. I am happy to say that there is at least one white man (although I'm sure there are others) that fully understands the dangers of white fragility. Tim Wise is a long-time civil rights activist that describes “colorblind" as a way to shift blame and responsibility onto victims rather than confront or acknowledge the racist himself.
We watch our culture get misappropriated, white girls making millions off of features that used to be considered undesirable, white superheroes (until black panther), black r&b singers have been replaced by Adele, Bieber, Ariana Grande and Sam Smith, and yet we are the ones demanded to become colorblind?
Instead of beating us over the head with slogans like “all lives matter,""we need more love not hate,""let's talk about what brings us together, not what tears us apart," white folks ought to make sure that black lives DO matter, that there's a demonstration of MORE love than hate and that the things that tear us apart get CONFRONTED so that MAYBE we can then come together. In 1 Corinthians 9:20-22, Paul said he “became” like the people around him. In essence, he was saying he walked in their shoes. Oh how I pray that people will do that for us. Until then, our self-pride will forever be misunderstood.
How often do you encounter white fragility?
TA-NING is a former model and clothing designer who one day got the "call" to leave the fab world of fashion behind. While in Bible College, she discovered her knack for mixing her quirky style of writing with her gift to teach. TA-NING'S TELL IT TUESDAY is a weekly column that uses doses of pop culture to tear down the walls of churchy tradition, change the face of Christianity, and present it's message in a lively way. Ta-ning resides in Santa Monica (by way of BK).
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IrieScents: The Skin Care Line that Helps Eczema & Cancer
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Many successful businesses begin by chance and for IrieScents owners Yolanda Washington and Samyra Lyles, their journey was no different.
Both lost their jobs and sought career changes that landed them in the same massage therapy school in Atlanta. After meeting and finding out they both hailed from Baltimore, they clicked, and later discovered they were actually blood cousins! Through an assignment to create a dual purpose massage product, they discovered the benefits of soy candles, along with a mutual love of skincare, and began to explore a product line together. Eventually, IrieScents was born.
I spoke to both Yolanda and Samyra on the benefits of their products and how it even helped when both battled cancer! From our chat and after testing the products myself, IrieScents is definitely here to stay.
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Yolanda: Irie is a Jamaican term that means good feeling and good vibrations. When on vacation in the islands, you feel amazing, which is how we want our customers to feel when they use our products. We put the best intentions into our products when creating them, I even pray that whoever uses them are given the best that life offers.
What’s IrieScents offering currently and the product benefits?
Yolanda: Our whipped body butters can be used on your full body for external moisture and depending on hair texture works great for natural hair styles, like twist outs. The brown sugar scrubs exfoliate the skin and we encourage clients to use while in the shower to make skin silky soft and smooth. We recommend you take our foot scrubs to your pedicurist versus using what they have at the salon because it lasts longer. Soy candles are dual purpose to scent a room and used on skin during a massage on areas prone to crack such as the hands, elbows and feet. Our wax melts have the same effect but can be put on oil burners and candle warmers. A couple of clients use them in their car for scents - when the sun hits them, they melt.
What ingredients are in your products?
Samyra: It varies by product. For our eczema butter, we use neem oil heavily. Both of our daughters eczema flare ups stopped with our products. For others, we use nut butter, almond, avocado, vitamin e, etc. We also stress that a balanced diet is taken because certain foods affect the skin differently. The idea of “you are what you eat” is 100% true. You have to work the skin from the inside out.
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What are some outcomes you’ve seen?
Samyra: The greatest benefit is the decrease in dry and flaky skin. As people of color, our skin is more prone to that, specifically in the winter because we may not drink as much water as there is not much heat. We’ve also seen tremendous outcomes when dealing with severe skin disorders.
Could you share those testimonials?
Yolanda: My father was terminally ill and diagnosed with dementia which left him bedridden. As his caregiver, I used our butters after bathing him to prevent bed sores. His nurse was amazed at how even as his skin aged and began to break down, it remained soft. I was devastated after I put him in a VA hospital for 6 days when I traveled to Baltimore for a family visit. He came back with one bed sore after all the work I’d done to avoid that. Luckily, we cleaned it up in no time. His nurse began to use it on other patients of hers after realizing the healing effects it had on my dad.
Samyra: I was diagnosed with skin cancer during massage therapy school, which isn’t a common type of cancer within or community. The cancer was within the layers of skin and not the topical layer. Doctors had very little answers for my case. Radiation burned my skin, it was multiple layers darker. I was given a topical cream but opted out of using it because my skin was already vulnerable. I used our body butters instead and changed my diet. My color came back completely and my doctor was amazed. He attributed it to the cream and was shocked when I told him it was our products. My doctor said that my skin looked better than any other patient post follow up.
Yolanda: I went through breast cancer 3 years after Samyra’s diagnosis. I learned from her experience to not even try the topical creams given by the doctor during treatment and to use our products instead. As a result, my skin remained in tact as well.
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How are you looking to expand?
Yolanda: We are working on perfecting the scents for our essential oil candles, they will be released within 60 days. Also in production are beard oils and beard balms for men and soaps. You can purchase IrieScents online.
Would you give these products a try?
Brenda is a Philadelphia native with a love for Marketing, Creative writing, wine and Jesus. Her work has been featured on Mayvenn’s Real Beautiful blog and she is the co-author of the book Christmas 364: Be Merry and Bright Beyond Christmas Night (available for purchase on amazon). Follow her on IG @trulybrenda_ and trulybrenda.wordpress.com
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Apple Cider Vinegar for 5 Days: The Results are In!
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I Don’t Give AF That Bill Cosby Is Black, He Deserves to Rot in Jail
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By now, we know that Bill Cosby received a 3-10 year prison sentence after being found guilty of sexual assault. Social media has been lighting up with mixed opinions on his verdict. Half are happy there was some justice and the other half are charging that the only reason his verdict was such is because he’s a black man of a certain stature and that unlike other abusers who have been accused during the #MeToo movement, he is the only one to be given any real punishment.
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Before I delve into why the later is nothing more than another example of our commitment to “not kick our black men down” culture, let me say this: I attended an HBCU my freshman year of college because of my love of A Different World, a product of Bill Cosby. I transferred and graduated from Temple University with honors with Bill Cosby as an inspiration as he too is a TU alum. I beamed with joy at my college graduation while Bill Cosby gave our commencement address, sitting amongst my fellow graduates proud that this successful black man who instilled in his fans the importance of education was proud of a young black girl for doing things the “right way.” All the while, that said black man was a vicious and menacing predator to women who were similar to me.
Bill Cosby is the same as the other accused predators within the #MeToo movement, with the exception of his skin color and the public persona that he perfected as moral, educated, cultured and charitable. America’s favorite dad transformed into an elitist who disapproved of his own people. Adding to an already hurtful disposition, he thought that he was above the law and superior to women, that he deserved whatever it is he wanted and if refused, he took it - claiming the souls and voices of his victims along the way. That my friends has nothing to do with race and everything to do with ego.
While the public version of Bill Cosby expressed disgust with the millennial black community, deeming us promiscuous, stupid, women beaters, lazy, bad parents and whatever else he felt appropriate - he was cheating on his wife. While the public version of Bill Cosby scolded young black men for using profanity and having multiple baby mamas, he was slipping women the date rape drug. While the public version of Bill Cosby ministered about the importance of college degrees for the black community to have an equal playing field and advance within society, he was using his position to lure women with the promise of career and academic advancement.
So, while Bill Cosby has spent his entire career as a philanthropist who caters to the black bourgeois while also vocalizing his disdain for the black ghetto, I’m supposed to keep my equal amount of disdain for him as a sexual predator suppressed because he’s a black man?!
In the words that a holier than thou version of Bill Cosby would find disparaging: You niggas kill me!
You want me to be understanding and sympathetic towards him because of his age and consider the biases within the judicial system because I’m a black woman...meanwhile, many of Bill Cosby’s victims were black women. And not just victims in terms of intimacy. This is the same black man who threatened to end the career of a black woman, Wendy Williams, after she did her due diligence as a journalist and reported on the allegations years ago.
I don’t know Bill Cosby personally, but I have interacted with enough men who posses similar traits. I’ve crossed paths with men who achieve success and career access who look down upon those who lack etiquette in certain social settings and instead of mentoring them, they dismiss them. As a black woman, I deal with entitled and disrespectful men on a daily as I walk down the street and am cat-called by men who undress me with their eyes unable to control their tongue or desires - nor care to. I’ve been harassed at places of employment by men in power who thought that I was naive enough to give into their advances and when I refused, tried to intimidate me in other shady ways. And though I thankfully have never been physically assaulted, what I’ve experienced is damaging enough.
So no, I’m not the girl who views this case as black and white as many of my peers do. This is not a racial inequity debate.
He’s admitted to these acts in interviews, standups and even in court depositions. Bill Cosby the man is a no for me. All that preaching the past decade plus about black men and women presenting ourselves as uneducated beings who are jail prone; yet, he failed to take his sentence like a man and posed for his mugshot with his eyes averted away from the camera while looking down and somber. My how the tables have turned.
I owe Bill Cosby NOTHING!
Do you support or reject the Bill Cosby sentencing?
Brenda is a Philadelphia native with a love for Marketing, Creative writing, wine and Jesus. Her work has been featured on Mayvenn’s Real Beautiful blog and she is the co-author of the book Christmas 364: Be Merry and Bright Beyond Christmas Night (available for purchase on amazon). Follow her on IG @trulybrenda_ and trulybrenda.wordpress.com
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Some Folks are Calling Geoffrey Owens Rude for Donating Nicki Minaj's $25,000
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At this point we all pretty much know the story of how former Cosby Show actor Geoffrey Owens was working at a Trader Joe's in New Jersey when a customer tried to work shame him. The world came to his defense, job offers came pouring in, including a 10-episode stint on the Haves and the Have Nots from Tyler Perry, and a whopping $25,000 gift from Nicki Minaj! Talk about things changing overnight. Obviously, his Trader Joe's gig is history along with his $10 hour. So maybe that's why he donated the $25,000 that Nicki gave him to charity. And while many people are applauding his generosity, some aren't so happy. In fact, they're calling him rude and ungrateful.
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First, he didn't donate it to just any charity (though it would be within his rights), he donated it to the Actor's Fund. As an actress myself (not so much now), I can attest that this organization is a life saver. During my time in LA, when I was in-between TV commercial work, and struggling to make ends meet, the organization was there. They helped pay my rent, utilities and health care, in a way that allowed me and my family to stay afloat so that we could continue to pursue acting work. And they treated us with dignity. Not like something was wrong with us for falling on hard times. They have my FULL support and I WISH I could cut them a $25,000 check as a token of my appreciation. I suspect that Geoffrey has probably leaned on them as well, so this donation likely means a lot to him.
Geoffrey said in a statement:
"I would like to give this donation of 25k to the Actor’s Fund in memory of the late, great Earle Hyman -- who played Cosby’s father, ‘Russell’ on “The Cosby Show" -- who lived his last many years and died at the Actors’ Home, (funded and run by the Actor’s Fund). I am extremely grateful to Nicki Minaj for enabling struggling actors to continue pursuing their dreams."
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Now for those who may feel it's rude to give money that someone generously gives you. I get it. It almost feels like re-gifting at Christmas. Someone gives you something you don't need and you give it to someone else. Honestly, we don't know how different things would be had Geoffrey not gotten work following his stint at Trader Joes. Maybe he would have deposited the funds into his bank account, said thanks, and kept it moving. Fortunately, things turned out different. What makes Geoffrey not a shmuck in this case is that he never asked Nikki for the money. She chose to make a public declaration of her gift. (Which honestly, I find to be tacky. If you give, why do you have to let everyone know? Just call the man's people and cut him a check...but maybe that's just me because I grew up in a time before everything was a social media event). So be salty at him if you choose, but guess what? Even Nikki is positive.
She said in a statement:
"I'm happy to be a part of a great cause. I wish Geoffrey much success and want him to know how loved he is. Rest in Peace to Earle Hyman."See, all is well. Kudos to Nikki and Geoffrey because thanks to their generosity more actors will be given the opportunity to follow their dreams. With dignity.
Would you be mad if you gave someone money and they gave it away?
Erickka Sy Savané is managing editor of CurlyNikki.com, a wife, mom, and freelance writer based in Jersey, City, NJ. Her work has appeared in Essence.com, Ebony.com, Mad
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Products Your Daughter's 4c Hair Will Love
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Figuring out the right products to use on my two daughters' 4c hair has been a struggle for this mom. Even though their hair is short, keeping it moisturized has been the biggest challenge. Fortunately, I've been able to find some holy grail products that work, along with a few videos that have made my job much easier. Take a look!
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Eden BodyWorks Natural Cleansing Co-Wash from the Coconut Shea Line
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The Melanin Shop: Tree Naturals- Natasha's Growth Butter
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How to Style & Moisturize Kids Dry 4C Hair! | NaturallyTiffany
In this video, NaturallyTiffany shows how she moisturizes and styles her daughter's 4c hair. My daughters' hair is shorter than the girl in this video, so I can't really do the style, but I like to see what other moms are doing to give their daughter's hair moisture. She also lists the products she uses so if you like what you see you can go out and cop' em!
How I moisturize my daughters 4C hair mid-wash week plus a quick re-style | Type 4 natural hair kids
This mom shows how she does a remix on her daughter's hair in-between washes. She uses way more products in one video than I've used on my daughters' hair their whole 6 and 9 years alive, but I love that it gives me an idea of the possibilities. Maybe us simpler moms will be inspired to try something new. I really love just how much moisture can get into the hair shaft. Check it out and maybe you'll be inspired to step out of your comfort zone too.
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What products do you use on your daughter's 4c hair?
Erickka Sy Savané is managing editor of CurlyNikki.com, a wife, mom, and freelance writer based in Jersey, City, NJ. Her work has appeared in Essence.com, Ebony.com, Mad
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Drew Dixon Speaks: 9 Takeaways from Russell Simmons’ Rape Accuser
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At just 24 years old, Drew Dixon was a rising A&R executive at Def Jam Records at the pinnacle of rap’s rise. Under the influence of hip hop mogul Russell Simmons, she produced platinum-selling albums, arranged tours and promotions and was responsible for the classic duet between Method Man & Mary J. Blige. But according to Drew, none of her career success was enough to prevent severe sexual harassment and “alleged” eventual rape at the hands of her boss. As a follow-up to her profile in The New York Times, in an interview with Buzzfeed News, Drew detailed how she went from Stanford University graduate with NYC record label dreams, to a victim of abuse and isolation, leading to her eventual exit from the music industry altogether. Here are 9 takeaways from Drew’s story.
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She Was At Russell's Mercy From The Start
Russell wasn’t the head at the label, but he was an isolated entity and a powerhouse who was left to run his own show outside of the regular operations of the company. He was trusted in his capabilities because he was the only gatekeeper at that time who knew the hip hop world. Drew was hired without the president of the company’s knowledge. The company was so ill-prepared for her arrival that there was no workspace available to her, no adequate equipment to do her job, and more importantly, she had no real job description or sense of direction, leaving her in an unorthodox work environment under her boss, Russell, who rarely worked in office and opted for nontraditional desks at bars, at his home and from his car. Pissed that he was kept out of the loop with bringing her on board, the President of the company (Lyor Cohen) once blatantly told her, “I don’t want to have anything to do with any of Russell’s skinny bitches...when you see me, move out of the way.”
She Thought She Was Different
When asked if she thought she was hired for her looks, Drew answered no. Usual Russell hanger-ons were young models, not Ivy League graduates who like Drew was “a hip hop head who used slang and wore timberland boots with baggy clothes.” Adding to that was the fact that an ex-girlfriend of Russell's was the one who pressed him to hire her, so why would he think they had any chance of a romantic relationship?
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Drew says that though working with Russell was uncomfortable from the start, it was hard to recognize that she was a victim of sexual harassment because she experienced two vastly different sides of him: On one hand, he was her champion at work who believed in her vision, gave her the opportunity to produce records and even stood against the President of the company when he shot her down - but it all came with a price. In the same breath, Russell is accused of being sexually provocative. “After conference calls, he’d comment on how turned on he was by me handling business.” It got so bad that Drew says he got bold enough to expose himself in her office, corner her in private spaces, rub against her and continue to be sexually suggestive.
Managing Russell’s Advancements
Desperate to keep her job and dedicated to prove to Russell that she couldn’t be persuaded, Drew strategized how to block his progressing advances. “I told a colleague about him locking my office door and cornering me to expose himself. I gave that colleague a key and told him that if I called him, to rush to my office and unlock the door. That stopped that scenario. Whenever I’d go to public meetings with him, I’d bring a friend to show him I was there for business. It seemed to calm him down."
The Assault
Following the album release party for the soundtrack “The Show,” which Drew co-executive produced successfully on her own, she ended up in Russell’s apartment under the impression that he wanted her to listen to a new demo for her next project. She thought nothing serious of it as she often worked with Russell in odd settings. “He knew that was my trigger...work. He praised the success of the album, telling me that the parent company was so impressed with me.” While in the apartment, Drew says she was lured to his bedroom where he told her the CD player was. While trying to look for the record, she says Russell emerged naked and violently attacked her.
Scared Silent
Outside of the belief that no one would believe that Russell Simmons raped her, Drew cited history as her reason for not coming forward publicly sooner. “I was 20 when Anita Hill came forward and 22 when Desiree Washington filed a suit against Mike Tyson. I didn’t want to be excommunicated from my community.” Analyzing it from a 2018 worldview, Drew says, “The vilification of Russell Simmons hurts innocent black men because it adds credence to the mythology of the predatory black man...For 22 years I stayed silent because I didn’t want to add to that.”
Thoughts On #MeToo
Drew knows accusers coming forward are rocking the boat and are targeted because of the potential consequences. With that in mind, the movement can not afford to have accusers with sketchy passes. When asked about her thoughts on Asia Argento who was later found to have consensual sex with a minor, she expressed her disgust. “It’s too risky and we already have enough people who doubt us. We can not afford spokespeople like this.”
3rd Time's A Charm
After quitting Def Jam a week after the assault, Drew went on to work with Clive Davis at Arista Records, where she says she thrived and was awarded a safe and productive work environment. LA Reid took over after Davis left for J Records and things went downhill from there. Although she says she didn’t experience physical abuse, she was still harassed. Instead, Reid was not subtle in her rejection of him and took it out on her work by shelving albums she worked on or denying her projects altogether. She left the industry after that.
Why She Feels Abuse Is So Common In the Music Industry
“Music industry is the cousin of nightlife with clubs and parties,” Drew says. “It’s the soundtrack to socializing and informal by design, so that makes room for a very relaxed and non-traditional environment.” As a result, Drew feels women are conditioned to accept harassment, even in the slightest form and in a way have become enablers of it due to staying silent and victim shaming. In order to move forward, Drew believes more women need to be in positions of power and vocal against those types of behaviors.
Drew's story appears credible as there are more than a dozen other women who have come forward to accuse Russell of similar abuse. Considering Russell’s reputation of being a philanderer attached to young and impressionable models (he started dating his ex-wife Kimora Lee Simmons when she was 16 and he was in his mid-30s) and someone who creates stressful work environments by verbally abusing his staff, the idea that he uses his power and access on a string is not far-fetched.
Drew Dixon is slowly making her return to the industry with her independent label, The Ninth Floor, named in honor of the floor she worked on at Arista Records, which she says is one of her happier periods in the industry. Hopefully, she'll give others the courage to speak and continue to tell their stories. More importantly, I pray she finds healing. Since Drew’s claims are outside of the statute of limitations, she gains no financial benefit from speaking out. Watch her full Buzzfeed interview below.
Do you believe Drew?
Brenda is a Philadelphia native with a love for Marketing, Creative writing, wine and Jesus. Her work has been featured on Mayvenn’s Real Beautiful blog and she is the co-author of the book Christmas 364: Be Merry and Bright Beyond Christmas Night (available for purchase on amazon). Follow her on IG @trulybrenda_ and trulybrenda.wordpress.com
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“Your Behavior Diminishes Your Message” Iyanla Scolds Tamar Before Exiting Braxton Family Values Finale
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I’m waiting with baited breath for the day WE tv shows the meet up between Iyanla Vanzant and the Braxton sisters. To put it simply, the Braxton sisters have a lot of things to work out and Iyanla has the type of no-nonsense, honesty that the family could use a lot bit more of.
For the past few weeks, we’ve been hearing rumblings about what transpired on the season finale of “Braxton Family Values.” Tamar accused Vanzant of sex shaming her after she revealed she was molested by family members. (Vanzant mentioned that she could sue her for defamation of character.) Then, there was footage of Iyanla walking out of the session with the sisters—and their parents. At the time, we didn’t know what that was about. But a new clip from We Tv seems to add a bit of context to the walkout.
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How Often Should You Wash Your Hair?
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It seems simple, right? Take a shower and wash your hair daily. Wrong! Washing your hair may seem like a simple task, but you would be surprised how many people are doing it wrong.
Washing your hair incorrectly can lead to scalp irritation, dandruff, and other scalp issues. How often someone decides to wash their hair is a personal choice, although a standard can be set according to one’s lifestyle and hair type. I wash my hair with shampoo once every two weeks and co-wash weekly just to refresh my strands. I can do that because of the products I use and my lifestyle, but that can change with changes in my habits too. Certain hair types and textures only require washing once a week, while others feel best when washed 2-3 times a week.
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Thick, coarse hair or tight curls and coils
With this hair type, shampooing can be the last thing on your mind, since you need to wash your hair no more than once a week, or once every 2-3 weeks if your hair does not feel dirty. Daily washing is a bad idea as this would be too drying for your hair.
To refresh in between washes, try co-washing your hair with water and conditioner, or water wash. Water washing means that you massage your scalp using just water, no shampoo, cleanser or conditioner. Some people do this in between their co-washes and shampoos.
Medium curls and waves
You can afford to shampoo once a week. If you skip a day or two, no need to worry because your curls will look great with a little refreshing. Curls can work well when they have a small amount of oil in them. If you work out frequently, you may need to co-wash in between shampoos. You can also water wash between co-washes.
Fine curls and waves
With a fine texture, by the evening your hair may seem oily, especially when you use styling products daily. Depending on your scalp, you may find that co-washing makes your hair appear oily the first few times you do it. Experiment with co-washing over time, you may find that the oiliness subsides. If you find that it’s not for you, try to prolong the length of time between shampoos by using dry shampoos or sticking to light stylers and refreshing with water rather than a product. At the very least, cut down on daily shampoos and minimize your wash days to once every 2-3 days.
Of course, your hair type is not the only contributing factor to how often you should wash your hair. For example, your porosity and your city’s water qualities will also affect what might be best.
WHEN SHOULD YOU WASH?
No, washing weekly is not necessary for everyone. That weekly standard is for people who find it fits into their lifestyle. Here are three easy rules to guide you towards a wash day decision.
1. Wash when hair is dirty
There is no need for a wash day schedule just because we are used to one. Wash your hair when it is dirty and that can be anywhere from 1-3 weeks for some, although for many two weeks are just fine when you have coily hair. “Washing” means cleansing with a shampoo or cleansing conditioner, not just re-wetting hair and running conditioner through it. Many run conditioner through their hair just to refresh it and to keep it going until cleansing is necessary. Some months may require more washing (when you are working out more, swimming, etc.), so do not feel the need to stick to a wash schedule if it does not work for you.
2. Wash when you have buildup
Buildup is not always dirt. Oftentimes it is product buildup. Just like putting hair in twists the day before wash day, I do something similar when I use silicones. I know it will cause buildup by day two, so I do not use it until it is time for me to wash my hair. I don't want to walk around with buildup for a week so I schedule certain hairstyles according to my wash schedule.
3. Experiment on washday schedules
The best way to determine if two weeks would be a better fit for you is to try it. If washing weekly is just too much then stop and go longer like a week and a half or two weeks. Going longer than that may be such a great idea but know that just because you are not washing so often does not mean you cannot wet your hair and keep it moisturized. Do not lock yourself into a regimen out of habit but more out of a fit into your life. If your hair is not dirty, go an extra week and see how it fares.
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Seven Reasons Why Your Hair Isn't Growing
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When you’ve been stuck with the same hair length for a while, it’s easy to come to the conclusion that your hair has stopped growing, but unless you’re suffering from a medical condition, rest assured--your hair is still growing.
The average hair growth rate is about half an inch every month, meaning we get about six inches of new growth every year. The reason your hair may seem like it’s not growing is because curly hair is so fragile that, if not properly taken care of, it may break at almost the same rate that it grows, if not more.
Here are some reasons why your hair growth seems to have stagnated:
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1. Dryness/Lack of Moisture
With all the coils and kinks on our hair strands, the sebum produced on our scalp can’t travel down our hair shaft, meaning our strands are left dry and prone to breakage. To help curb this natural phenomenon, you need to keep up with your hair’s moisture needs. After every wash day, make sure that you use a water-based leave-in like theOuidad Moisture Lock Leave-In Conditioner, to boost your moisture levels, seal the moisture in with your choice natural oil and then proceed to style your hair. In between your wash-days, you can lightly spritz your hair with some water to re-moisturize it.
2. Excessive use of heat
Using too much heat, or frequently using heat to style your hair can cause your hair to be extra dry, leaving your strands brittle and prone to breakage. Always ensure that you use a heat protectant like the Fantasia IC: Heat Protector Styling Cream; it seals in moisture and protects your hair from intensive heat damage.
3. Harsh chemicals
Frequent use of hair dyes and other chemical-laden products containing sulphates, parabens and silicones will leave your hair dry and brittle and prone to breakage. Opt for henna instead of your usual hair dyes, and always be sure to read product labels to ensure they don’t have any harsh chemicals in them.
4. Genetics
Our hair strands grow in cycles. Each strand individually goes through the Anagen phase, which is the growing period of a hair follicle; this is followed by an intermediate phase called the Catagen phase, characterized by slower growth; and finally, the Telogen phase, which is the resting and shedding period. Each person’s growth phase differs, and is largely determined by genetics. It typically lasts between two and six years, advises Dr. James C. Marotta, plastic surgeon and hair restoration specialist.
5. Diet
Not eating a balanced diet and staying hydrated could slow down hair growth. Hair follicles need to be nourished to help them function at their optimum. “Your hair is comprised of the second fastest growing cell in your body and you have around 120,000 hairs growing on your scalp at any given time, all of these hairs need support”, adapted from the Harley Street Hair Clinic magazine. Aim to eat foods rich in vitamins A, C, D and E, zinc, B vitamins, iron, biotin, protein and essential fatty acids.
6. It’s time for a trim
Clinging on to our damaged ends actually hinders hair length retention. Split ends left unattended could travel all the way up your hair shaft, damaging your hair and leaving it susceptible to breakage. Trim your hair at least every 4 months to get rid of these rugged ends, help keep your hair healthy, and encourage more length retention--supporting your overall hair health, and growth.
7. Health issues
Sometimes slow hair growth could be attributed to underlying health issues. If you’re doing all of the above, and your hair growth is still stagnating, Stephanie Scuoppo, a hairstylist and hair extension specialist at Oscar Blandi Salon, advises to pay the doctor a visit to rule out any allergies, dermatitis, hormonal disorders and general health issues.
Feel like your hair isn’t growing? Share how you’ve overcome your own hair growth challenges in the comments below!
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Ciara Opens Up About Manifesting Her Best Life
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I've given up relationships, jobs, and even a bit of comfort in the pursuit of what I visualize as my dreams. A lot of times, it's easier to focus on what you don't have. However, when we're able to, instead, focus on what we do have, we grant ourselves permission to manifest additional greatness into our lives.
In a lot of ways, singer and model Ciara is a glowing example of what a lot of us strive to be: the mother, the wife, and the career woman, doing it all in a seemingly effortless way. In the past, the 32-year-old has spoken about manifesting her dream husband, quarterback Russell Wilson, and why her intentional focus on positive affirmations have led her to lead the life of her dreams. But that's not the only blessing she spoke into existence.
Recently, Ciara linked up with Cosmopolitan to shoot her first cover for the magazine and also dropped some gems about her ambition, her goals, and why she will never entertain an online troll.
On the heels of the release of her seventh album, Ciara is on a mission. While this mission definitely includes continuing her successful career as a recording artist and eventually becoming a billionaire, Ciara also realizes that long after the records stop spinning and the accolades no longer roll in, it will be her legacy as a wife and mother that will remain.
The singer says that in 10 years, her idea of success will be based on her family life, regardless of her creative endeavors. She tells Cosmo:
"I never thought, 'I can't be because of the color of my skin, I can't be because of my gender.' No dream is too big. I want to be a billionaire. The more resources, the more you can do. But I think my greatest accomplishment 10 years from now is that I would have a successful life as it pertains to my marriage and being a mom. It's cool to want to do all these creative things, but it's no good to gain the world if you lose your soul."
In fact, Ciara has been using the idea of positive mantras and writing down goals long before she manifested her beau. The singer, who is currently on tour with Bruno Mars, says she knew exactly what she wanted to do the first time she saw Destiny's Child on TV.
And just like that, she wrote it down.
She also wrote down how many records she wanted to sell (3-4 million, but as of 2015, she has sold over 23 million). And seeing that she's been in the spotlight since 2004, her goals have definitely become reality. She says:
"They [Destiny's Child] were killing it, and I just went, 'This is what I want to do. I'm gonna be an entertainer…' The first goal I wrote down was to get discovered. The second was to sell 3 to 4 million records. Third, have longevity."
When you're in the spotlight, there is no doubt that you'll have to battle the negative forces designed to wreak havoc on your self-esteem, and in 2018, we call them "trolls". The trolling phenomenon has taken on a life of its own with the advent of social media, and if you don't have a strong foundation in your own self-worth, one, ten, or a million negative comments could likely destroy you.
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Reginae Carter Lost 10 Pounds in 5 Days! Here's How She Did It!
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Reginae Carter is serious about her fitness these days, so much so that the 19-year-old has been able to drop a large amount of weight in an extremely short span of time.
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She shared on her Instagram that since working with her trainer, who is known for his sessions with other stars in Atlanta, including Riley Burruss (who dropped more than 50 pounds with his help), and by recently revamping her diet, she lost 10 pounds in only five days. This feat was something that left her fans with questions, and even Carter, with questions.
“I wanna thank my trainer @iamthekingoffitness for helping me through this fitness journey!” she said. “I lost 10 pounds in 5 days which was very very shocking to me lol . I kept getting on the scale like uhhh is this real ? But it is !! Because I had discipline and I stuck with my diet ! You guys can too!! Join me ! #WNM18 #NoDaysOff”
But as Carter mentioned, nothing gets you to your results faster than cleaning up and sticking to your diet.
For the record, it’s possible that she actually just lost water weight, as water weight loss can fluctuate greatly, especially during and after a period.
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What has been your most effective weight-loss strategy?
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Are Lotions with Water Actually Bad for Your Skin?
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TBB: There are two fundamental ways that lotions can moisturizer your skin: one way is to provide an occlusive barrier that prevents the moisture that’s already in your skin from evaporating. That’s what ingredients like, petrolatum, mineral oil, silicones and so forth do. The technical term for this is reducing TEWL or Transepidermal Water Loss.
The second way lotions work is to attract moisture to you skin using an ingredient that has an affinity for water. We call these ingredients “humectants” and they are things like glycerin, sorbitol, and hyaluronic acid. They essentially bind water to the surface of your skin.
The best skin moisturizers use both mechanisms to moisturize skin. And the best way to do that is through an emulsion that’s a combination of oil and water.
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This brings us back to Veronica’s question – what about the water that’s contained in the cream or lotion? What does it do?
There’s enough water in a lotion or cream to give your skin a little quick moisture boost which the oils and other occlusive agents can lock in your skin. Let’s be clear – most of the moisturizing effect comes from preventing the loss of what’s already in your skin, but it doesn’t hurt to add that extra little topical boost of moisture.
Right, some of that extra water will be absorbed by your skin and some of it will evaporate but that process of evaporation doesn’t cause any harm to your skin. It’s not going to cause the loss of skin’s natural moisturizing capacity in any way. So what Veronica has heard about lotions is just a myth. BUT I can see where this myth may have got its start.
It could have come from the fact that soaking your skin in water is not good for it. That swells the skin cells and does allow leaching out of some water soluble moisturizing components like urea and sodium PCA. But that only happens when your skin is submerged in water for a considerable period of time.
So I could see some clever marketer taking this little half truth and then saying that skin care products that contain water are bad for skin so they can sell you their special oil based product that doesn’t contain water. But it just doesn’t work that way. So, Veronica there’s nothing to worry about from using skin lotions that contain water.
Have you noticed a difference in moisturizing with an oil based versus a water based moisturizer?
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3 Ways to Maximize Your Visibility on the Dating Scene
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Dating? What does that even mean anymore?
Ask around and you'll get a multitude of answers, from hooking up and talking exclusivity with one person. Personally, I'm talking about good, old fashioned dating that allows you to see what's out in the world. By that definition, it's something that I've never partook in but something that feels necessary and that I feel ready to indulge in...finally. But with the world revolving around hookup culture and the apps that support it, how does one even go about doing that on the cusp of 2018?
In knowing exactly what I want, I have a 30-minute bandwidth with apps such as Tinder where I get request to have my p*ssy eatten after minimal dialogue. Don't get me wrong, that's great and all, but I'm not sure it's the proper way to manifest what I intended to manifest from the app. To that point, I'm not so sure that app is any better.
Hoping the results I yielded on the tried and true Tinder were isolated incidents, I also tried apps like Clover, Plenty of Fish, and even a few sugar daddy apps (because men and money never hurt nobody).
PoF was a bust from the second I downloaded, simply because the logistics of the app irked me and on Clover, I found an influx of undercover gay men and a crossdresser who expressed interest. Which is fine, just not for me. Post-dating app failure, I have a greater inclination to date the old fashioned way and that included meeting men in public settings. As someone who has always worked in female-dominated fields, there's not much of a space to meet men at work or in social settings.
So, the question remains: how the f*ck does one date in 2018? Sadly, for those who love our solo Netflix 'n' Chill seshes, I think dating remains the same no matter how it is that we change. That means getting out and unlearning the defense mechanisms we've come to utilize by hiding behind our phone screens and earbuds. It means being as present as we can in the few moments that we do spend out in the world.
And for those of us in this generation who are finding ourselves in more entrepreneurial endeavors and work from home roles that isolate us from a workforce, it means we must maximize every opportunity to meet people. Below are three ways to maximize your visibility in the 2018 dating scene.
1. Rideshares Are the New 'Getting Out' and Meeting People
I mostly Uber Pool because I have to, not because I want to. Nonetheless, Uber Pool opens a door that wouldn't otherwise be opened if you're behind the wheel of your own car. In my "Uber everywhere" lifestyle, I am exposed to attractive drivers and in my experience, the drivers typically have decent day jobs -- potentially weeding out men who lack potential. Furthermore, the other riders you meet along the way are always viable options as well.
Basically, there's love to be found in Ubers, or at least a free meal.
2. Use Social Media and Actually Get Social
It's particularly difficult to meet people when you're starting from the ground up. But this is especially made difficult if you're Black in a new city, or at least that's how I'm currently feeling. Currently, social media is probably the greatest community that I have outside of my predominately white cohort, so I've been thinking I need to play the hand I was dealt. Facebook groups of like-minded people often have meetups, so we can learn more about one another -- take advantage of these and go to the events that they offer.
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5 Easy Protective Styles Perfect for the Office!
by Marsha B.
Wearing a protective style during the warmer seasons is like heaven on earth. There’s no better feeling than freeing yourself of styling responsibilities for an extended period of time. Although they are convenient, fiinding the perfect style that balances both your professional and personal life can be challenging! Have no fear; here are five styles that will protect your hair while maintaining professionalism in the workplace.
The Braided Updo
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Looking for a style that is simple and provides low-maintenance? A braided updo will do just that, and then some. Create an elegant bun or pompadour with cornrows braided to the crown of your head, using the excess hair to style accordingly. You can count on longevity with this protective style--as long as you use a satin bonnet at night and keep your scalp moisturized. This updo will help you transition from work to the beach seamlessly!
Crochet
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Crochet hairstyles offer extremely versatile looks that can be altered and styled any way your heart desires. Flexi-rods, faux locs, braids, short bobs--you name it, it can be done. When channeling a style for the professional setting, flexi-rods offer a fun, carefree look that will have your office talking —- in a good way.
The Stylish Ponytail
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The high ponytail has always been a classic, clean look. You can experiment with the style by wearing it loosely, adding a braid, bun, or wire accessories to wrap around the hair. The lifespan of this style is much shorter and it may require more maintenance. Fortunately, the install doesn’t require much. You can remove the ponytail, wash your hair and reinstall as needed.
The Braided Bob
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As fashion history repeats itself, so does the braided bob. This chic style frames your face and highlights your features. Like the braided updo, the bob style promises longevity and low maintenance. Add some hair jewels to dress up the style or some color for a little edge!
Wigs
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If you want to protect your hair but don’t have time to sit in the stylist seat, a summer wig can be your best friend. Braid your hair up, throw on a stocking cap, and select a wig that will align with your idea of professionalism in the office. Wigs are so versatile that you can have a designated style for work, and a style for social activities. Whatever you choose, know that the feeling of removing your bra when you return home is the same feeling you’ll have when you remove your wig. It’s euphoric!
The professional world can often challenge your choices when it comes to selecting a protective hairstyle. The goal is to find a happy medium that meets professional standards, and fits your personal style. What’s your go-to protective style for the work environment? Please share in the comments section below, and check out this article if you’re looking for a few more crochet hairstyle ideas.
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Use These Oils to Protect and Grow Your Fine Natural Hair
PHOTO COURTESY OF CRAVING YELLOWThe natural hair community has several hair typing systems that help us better understand our manes. Two naturalistas with a very similar curl pattern might have a very different head of hair, simply because of the width of their strands. Natural hair varies according to curl patterns, porosity, and width.
Hair width is the average diameter of one’s strands. There are generally three types of hair widths: fine, medium, and coarse. The term “fine hair” refers to hair that has a small circumference or that has a small diameter. Fine hair is mainly a dependent on your genetics, and all hair types, regardless of their curl pattern can have fine hair.
Is fine hair the same as thin hair?
No, fine hair is not necessarily thin hair. The term “thin” hair refers to hair density and not hair width. Thin hair means that one has few hair follicles per square inch. A fine-haired naturalista can have a full mane consisting of strands that are small in diameter.
What are the characteristics of fine hair?
Fine hair might appear very full when washed and air-dried, but falls flat and limp when straightened or blow-dried.
Fine hair is easily weighed down by heavy oils, creams, and butters.
Fine hair is fragile and easily prone to breakage when overmanipulated.
Fine hair takes easily to color or dye.
Fine hair usually doesn’t hold a hairstyle too well.
What oils work best for fine hair?
As fine hair tends to get weighed down by products, you’d be better off using products that are quickly absorbed into the strand and that do not leave a heavy coating. Argan oil, almond oil, and jojoba oil do not leave a greasy residue our fine strands.
Argan oil is a light plant-based oil high in vitamin E and antioxidants, which help treat and repair damaged strands.
Almond oil is one of the lightest drupe oils and is high in essential fats, proteins and magnesium. Both oils are easily absorbed into our strands and when applied modestly, do not weigh down fine hair.
Jojoba oil is actually a wax ester that is used as a non-greasy, moisturizing hair oil. It is the most similar to the sebum produced by the sebaceous glands in your scalp.
Protective and Restorative
Since fine hair is easily prone to mechanical damage, it is beneficial to use oils that have protective, strengthening, and restorative properties. Avocado oil and grapeseed oil can actively work to protect fine hair from environmental or mechanical damage.
Avocado oil is high in monosaturated fats, which nourish, moisturize and strengthen hair strands, improving the way they look and protecting them from environmental damage.
Grapeseed oil is non-greasy, odorless, and colorless. Like avocado oil, grapeseed oil is high in linoleic acid, an essential fatty acid that helps to improve our hair’s elasticity.
Since fine hair is easily prone to mechanical damage, it is beneficial to use oils that have protective, strengthening, and restorative properties. Avocado oil and grapeseed oil can actively work to protect fine hair from environmental or mechanical damage.
Avocado oil is high in monosaturated fats, which nourish, moisturize and strengthen hair strands, improving the way they look and protecting them from environmental damage.
Grapeseed oil is non-greasy, odorless, and colorless. Like avocado oil, grapeseed oil is high in linoleic acid, an essential fatty acid that helps to improve our hair’s elasticity.
How should you use these oils?
Hot oil treatment
-Heat 2 tablespoons of almond or avocado oil .
-Apply sparingly to the length of your hair and focus on the ends, which are the most delicate. Massage gently into your scalp for several minutes. Allow to sit for 15 min. Proceed to shampoo. Remember, heated oils are better absorbed into our strands and do not leave a heavy coating. All curly hair types with fine hair can benefit from this method.
-Apply sparingly to the length of your hair and focus on the ends, which are the most delicate. Massage gently into your scalp for several minutes. Allow to sit for 15 min. Proceed to shampoo. Remember, heated oils are better absorbed into our strands and do not leave a heavy coating. All curly hair types with fine hair can benefit from this method.
Sealant
Fine hair is more prone to mechanical damage than other hair widths. Therefore you’ll need to have your LOC method on lock. Use three to four drops of argan oil. Rub it in your palms to heat it up. Dab it sparingly along the length of your hair. Remember to apply your sealant sparingly – there’s no need to slather oils onto your scalp. This will leave your hair weighed down. Type 4 textures with fine hair will benefit most from this technique as their curl pattern is most prone to losing moisture.
Pre-poo or overnight treatment
Pre-poo treatments can aid to keep our hair strong and moisturized, as well as to prepare our hair for wash day. Heat 2 tablespoons of avocado or grapeseed oil. Rub it onto your strands from tip to root. Only saturate your strands if you are using a clarifying shampoo the next day. Don your plastic cap and cover with your satin cap. Type 2 textures with fine strands can best benefit from a pre-poo instead of a sealant, as it does not require as much oil as a hot oil treatment and will be cleansed off the hair. This will eliminate any trepidation about your hair being weighed down.
Fine hair is more prone to mechanical damage than other hair widths. Therefore you’ll need to have your LOC method on lock. Use three to four drops of argan oil. Rub it in your palms to heat it up. Dab it sparingly along the length of your hair. Remember to apply your sealant sparingly – there’s no need to slather oils onto your scalp. This will leave your hair weighed down. Type 4 textures with fine hair will benefit most from this technique as their curl pattern is most prone to losing moisture.
Pre-poo or overnight treatment
Pre-poo treatments can aid to keep our hair strong and moisturized, as well as to prepare our hair for wash day. Heat 2 tablespoons of avocado or grapeseed oil. Rub it onto your strands from tip to root. Only saturate your strands if you are using a clarifying shampoo the next day. Don your plastic cap and cover with your satin cap. Type 2 textures with fine strands can best benefit from a pre-poo instead of a sealant, as it does not require as much oil as a hot oil treatment and will be cleansed off the hair. This will eliminate any trepidation about your hair being weighed down.
Do you have fine hair? Have you used oils in your hair regimen? What’s your experience been? Leave us a note below, and let us know your thoughts!
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How to Achieve Pastel Hair Color Without The Commitment
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1) Hair Chalk
Yes, you can color the sidewalk and your hair at the same time. Hair chalk gives you temporary color for the day and is great way to add highlights or pastel hints to your hair without any messy dyes or chemicals. Chalks like Splat slide on dry and give your instant results with colors like violet sky, sugar plum, mint candy, and sun kissed. Hair chalks come in creamy and powdery formulas so determining which one is best for your hair type will require some research along with deciding what color you might want. You may need to do a few test runs on strands of hair to see what takes.
2) Hair Spray
If chalk isn’t your style and you prefer not to get your hands dirty, there are many new color sprays out that can give you temporary color at an affordable price. L’Oreal Paris has a 1-Day Spray with pure pigments in bold colors that you can wash out after just one day. Many temporary sprays on the market work so well because they aren’t sticky, and you can control the light or dark tints with the amount of spray you use. Dark and Lovely and Kristin Ess Rose Gold Temporary Tint also carry some beautiful hues.
3) Hair Gel and Tints
If applying your own color at home feels a bit overwhelming, some salons allow you to bring in your own hair color applicators they can apply for you. Brighter hues can be tricky to impart onto darker curls so having a little help won’t hurt if chalks and sprays aren’t providing your desired hair color. Hair gels and tints have a more hands-on approach but can still provide a semi-permanent color you rock for a few days. Lime Crime and Manic Panic are both vegan and cruelty-free brands that can give you pastel hues in bold pigments.
With so many alternatives for coloring our curls this season, trying out new, soft pastels are not only pretty but on trend for the fall season. Mix and match your color and have fun blending different hues;
Always keep in mind that no matter a temporary or permanent hair color, conditioning and moisturizing your curls is essential to prevent damage and dry hair.
Have you tried to temporarily color your curls? Let us know what products you used and any tips that helped you achieve and maintain your color.
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Top Detanglers That Actually Work for Natural Hair
No matter how much you love your curls, you probably don’t love detangling them. No matter your curl type, there is a risk of causing breakage or hurting your scalp or just taking too dang long. However, if you have the right products and patience, detangling becomes a breeze! Whether you detangle before you shampoo, while you’re conditioning, or as part of your styling routine, one of these products is sure to streamline your wash day.
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Oyin Handmade Oh My Glide!
Ease tangles away with this nourishing detangling spray! Cut your detangling time in half with the epic slip-in-a-bottle of OMGlide prestyling detangler. Packed full of nourishing oils and plant extracts including avocado oil and organic aloe vera.
Kinky Curly Knot Today
This is a favorite among curly girls for two major reasons. It keeps the frizz away and it has massive slip! That slippery elm and marshmallow root are not there for nothing. They aid in detangling like a pro without parabens, protein, or drying alcohols. This natural conditioning treatment is safe and perfect for daily use.
SheaMoisture Raw Shea Butter Extra-Moisture Detangler
Glycerin, coconut oil, elm and marshmallow extract make this detangler the ultimate go-to for loosening what seems like an impossible hair knot.
DevaCurl No-Comb Detangling Spray
Quaternium-80, a compound made from coconut oil, water and other conditioning agents making it a holy grail for many curlies and wavies. It is a beast at combatting frizz and tangles. Your hair is left with shine, softness and defined curls, coils and waves.
Aunt Jackie's Curls & Coils Knot on My Watch
Have no fear! Your hair has its own personal Super Hero, guarding against tangles, knots and unruly, tresses! With the power of its "silky slip," Knot On My Watch helps the comb glide through hard-to-manage hair, leaving it tangle-free and protected from breakage, while restoring a healthy moisture balance.
Camille Rose Naturals Coconut Water Leave-in Treatment
Coconut water and natural oils are combined in this leave-in treatment to deeply condition your hair. It also includes the heavy hitter flax seed oil, which is packed with omega-3 fatty acids to help keep your hair as healthy as it can be.
Soultanicals Knot Sauce Coil Detangler
Love dessert fragrances? Then the Soultanicals Knot Sauce is for you. This coil detangler is nourishing and packed with oils, marshmallow root and slippery elm for slip, and aloe juice for its humectant properties. The flaxseed gel provides curl definition with light hold, making it a great primer for your styling product.
Creme of Nature Pure Honey Know-Away Leave-in Detangler
Instantly detangle and remove knots with the Creme of Nature Pure Honey Knot Aware Leave-In Detangler. It is infused with Pure Honey, Certified Natural Coconut Oil and Shea Butter to restore moisture and repair split ends.
SheaMoisture Baobab & Tea Tree Oils Low Porosity Protein-Free Leave-in Detangler
Infused with fast-absorbing Baobab and Tea Tree Oils and enriched with certified organic Shea Butter for a perfect balance of nourishing hydration and shine. Refreshing Spearmint invigorates the scalp for a stimulating experience, while Clay Sage gives hair a silky shine.
Alikay Knots Be Gone Hair Detangler
Scented with calming jasmine, this botanical infused blend gives your hair slip and moisture for easy manipulation to loosen stubborn tangles and knots, by reducing tension on hair during detangling which causes less breakage and hair loss. This lightweight formula will not weigh your hair down. Also works great for babies and kids!
Sweet Milk Detangling Leave-in by Brown Butter Beauty
When in need of a leave-in detangler with strengthening properties I reach for the Brown Butter Beauty Sweet Milk Detangling Leave in Conditioner. It has hydrolyzed wheat protein to help make the weak points along the hair shaft stronger for less breakage and is also great for those who do not like overpowering fragrances. It spreads easily without excessive application.
Curl Girl Unwind Thermal Protector & Detangling Mist
A dynamic duo that makes it so easy to detangle my curls, plus protects my hair from heat. This detangler leaves my hair so soft and defined, where sometimes I don’t even have to use a leave-in conditioner.
Not Your Mothers Naturals Tahitian Gardenia Flower & Mango Butter Curl Defining Cream Detangler
A luscious blend of Tahitian Gardenia Flower & Mango Butter preserves the natural curl so your hair moves with a beautiful bounce. Tahitian Gardenia Flower soothes and softens to enhance the shape of natural curl. Mango Butter reduces frizz, restores hair's elasticity and creates shine.
Curl Junkie Beauticurls Strengthening Hair Conditioner
For those that need help with detangling, but don’t want to weigh their hair down, this conditioner is the perfect solution. It has plenty of slip without butter or heavy oils.
Bouclème Curl Conditioner
This conditioner from the up-and-coming UK brand Bouclème contains omegas 3, 6, and 9, along with plenty of botanicals. This magical combination makes for great detangling.
Elucence Moisture Balancing Conditioner
This curly girl essential can be used as a detangler, rinse out conditioner and /or a leave-in. A balancing blend of natural olive oil and coconut, this conditioner moisturizes and protects your hair without weighing it down. Essential triglycerides add softness, shine, and silkiness to your hair for effortless combing and minimized breakage.
Bounce Curl Cream Conditioner
This conditioner won a 2018 NaturallyCurly Editors’ Choice Award for best daily conditioner for type 2 hair, partially due to its incredible slip. All hair types will benefit from this delicious-smelling conditioner.
Living Proof Curl Detangling Rinse
Although Living Proof says this product isn’t a conditioner, it is designed to be used after a conditioning cleanser. The way use it is your choice - however you decide to integrate it into your routine, it makes detangling a snap.
DevaCurl Wash Day Wonder
One of DevaCurl’s newest products, Wash Day Wonder is designed to be used before you cleanse your hair. It’s super slippery for easy detangling and hair strengthening.
Many Ethnicities Moisturizing Conditioner
This product line was designed for multi-ethnic people and their specific curl needs. It is formulated to help retain moisture in dry or brittle hair, and it provides tons of slip and strengthening ingredients.
Mielle Organics Detangling Co-Wash
Want to skip the pre-poo? This co-wash has you covered. Specifically formulated for easy detangling before you condition, this product gets the job done quickly while cleansing your scalp.
Curly Hair Solutions Slip 30-Second Detangler
The name says it all. It allows you to comb through tangles quickly, and it comes in a convenient spray bottle for easy application.
What is your go-to detangler? Let us know in the comments below.
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