FAUX LOCS - A FAB PROTECTIVE HAIR STYLE.

Hey Ladies!!!  Do you need a break from the regular braids and weaves? Need a fabulous new protective hair style? Then this post could be helpful. I've got this for you: FAUX LOCS. Faux Locs is a fabulous protective hair style that resembles permanent locs (dreadlocks). No wonder it is called faux locs. Faux is a French word for wrong or fake. So I call it 'fake locs'. It's a trendy hair style. Right now, Its almost taking over lagos,...

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DIY - Make your own Aloe vera Gel /Juice

       I remember there was a time, some few years back, most people in this part of the world were so crazy about Aloe vera. It was like missing out on a miracle healing drug if you do not have it planted close to you at home. I guess that was the period my Anty planted the one at home.    In fact every one who have experienced aloe vera  goodness is still enthusiastic about it. That is also why there...

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The Worries and Fears of going on a Natural Hair Journey

If someone asked me whether, I will ever go on natural hair (thats never relaxing my hair) at the beginning of this year, my answer would have been a BIG NO. Am aware about the natural hair movement that has been ongoing a long while. All over the world even here in Nigeria, ladies, especially the blacks are embracing the movement. However, we must admit that it is one journey not everyone can embark on. Some , like I used to be, have worries...

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Bits of what happened at the Natural Hair Expo in Portharcourt.

The Natural Hair Expo was organised with the aim to celebrate the beauty and naturalness of the African woman, restore her lost pride and encourage her to embrace her natural beauty. The talk shows were informative , educating and inspiring. Pertinent issues were discussed about hair loss, retention and maintenance of natural hair, transitional and big chop. Personally, i was encouraged seeing many naturalistas even kids...

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When Does My Makeup Products Expire? - Makeup Hygiene #3

As far as I know, makeup products do not have expiration dates. Or do you know? They can even expire immediately you open it. If you want them to last longer then you will need to handle them properly. Based on their formulation and their susceptibility to contamination from use, professionals in the makeup industry around the world have come up with make up products life span charts such as this : Foundation.   1yr - 11/2yr Eye...

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My Overnight Heatless Curls

With all these questions coming my way each day, 'Is that your hair?', 'What kind of weavon or hair extension did you use?', 'Can I touch your hair to confirm?' , I guess, I will soon make a T-shirt with the write up, 'Yes, Its My Hair'. Lol..... That will answer the question before it is asked. Anyway I ain't complaining. I appreciate all commendations about my hair. I have come to realize that people appreciate clean, healthy well kept...

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Raw African Black Soap

   In a conversation with my girlfriend, I wanted to know the secret to her smoother skin lately. She kept pulling my legs that his guy in overseas sent skin products and that was what she used. She later opened up. Guess what ? It  is Raw African black soap .       The raw african black soap comes in less black , brown shades, maybe that's why I prefer to call it native soap rather than black soap. Growing up...

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