After using the first three steps in the Kera Care Natural Textures line and being less than satisfied. I visited the follow up or maintenance steps of the line which are:
Step 2: Hair Milk Daily Hair Sustainer(D)pH 5.0- Rejuvenate dry, frizzy, lifeless curls, coils and twists with this carefully selected balance of natural ingredients that protects the elasticity, strength, and health of natural hair.
Step 3: Butter Cream Everyday Moisturizer(D)pH 5.5- A moisture locking souffle that not only hydrates curls and coils, but also employs Lanolin plus Argan, Abyssinian, and Castor natural oils to achieve proper natural oil and water balance.
I attempted to use the Hair Milk to refresh and twist my hair. This is a true milk like product. I is not thick like a moisturizing lotion, but much thinner like milk. It also isn't very oily, or very wet in my opinion. I was only able to refresh one section of hair with this milk because I simply could not tolerate the smell. It isn't a stinch, or an over powering artifical perfume scent. No, its worse. It totally reminds me of the smell of Mint flavored Milk of Magnesia. I smelled one good noseful of this stuff and I was instanly nauseous. The kind of nausea I haven't experienced since being pregnant.
I then moved on to the Butter Cream. It is also for use on dry hair so I tried to use this to refresh my twists. However the Butter Cream is more like a creamy lotion and is not heavy, or moisturizing enough for my hair.
I resolved to emptying the packet into a small 2oz. jar and using it on my finger tips when I untwist. I emptied the Hair Milk into an applicator bottle and made the Kimmaytube leave in, being sure to add a few drops of scented oil. I am unsure how this recipe will work because I haven't tried it with this Hair Milk.
At any rate I will be sure to observe and report my results, when I use the mixture. I still have the Defining Custard for Curls and Coils to use and review before I complete my review of this line. So far I like two of the products in this line enough to use again but not enough to buy at and above average price, and I am sure there are others that can give similar if not better results.
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Kera Care Natural Textures Line- Review
I did a wash day using the Kera Care Natural Textures samples that I received from Avlon, the company that manufactures the product. I was on the fence because the initial impression was not instantly good. But as the experience progressed I warmed up to it. Here's a full recap.
The line consists of six(6) products. The products are labeled by the step in which they should be performed, the pH, and a letter D which means use on dry hair, and W which means use on wet hair. I completed steps one through three.
Step 1- Cleansing Cream pH5.0: a sulfate free moisturizing curl wash. I used the cream to wash my hair and I didn't find it very moisturizing. But I have to keep in mind it is a shampoo. There is no wash out conditioner so it is necessary to detangle during the shampoo. It had little to no slip and my hair kind of tangled on itself. It did not help that I'd gone 13 days between washing and had a big bush of free form hair, that was already tangled and dry. So this may work better as part of a regular routine, and on hair that has been properly maintained. I am interested in revisiting this step to evaluate this theory. This cream did leave my hair squeaky clean, and it felt as though I'd used a poo bar. I'm on the fence with this one.
Step 2: Leave In Conditioner pH5.0: After the wash process I applied the leave in and I used the entire 1oz. packet. It is the consistency of a curl activator cream, i.e. care free curl, or a bargain conditioner, that is like a liquid gel in a bottle. It does have slip, and some moisture. However it is not oily to seal in the moisture or prevent drying too quickly on high porousity hair. I distributed the leave in all over the hair. I then sectioned the hair, secured it with butterfly clips, and distributed the leave in evenly with my Denman type(Goody) brush. I could see instant clumping in each section. On to the next step.
Step 3: Twist & Define Cream pH6.5: For silky shiny twists and twist-outs. I applied this cream to sections of my hair and proceeded to twist it. I made some flat twists and some single two strand twists. In my opinion this cream is not a sealing or a moisturing cream. It is for hold, definition, and silkening. It did a really good job of defining my twists. They are not crunchy but they do not have the moisture that I'm used to. Each strand in the twists are very smooth and shiny too, which shows that the balanced pH of these products closed the hair cuticles.
There are also three other products in this line which gives other styling options. They are listed as follows.
Step 2: Hair Milk- Daily Hair Sustainer pH 5.0- to rejuvenate dry, frizzy, lifeless curls, coils,and twists. It is intended for use on dry hair.
Step 3: Defining Custard for Curls and Coils pH5.0- for shiny well moisturized, clearly defined curls, waves and spirals. It is for use during wet styling.
Step 3: Butter Cream Everyday Moisturizer pH5.5- Moisture locking souffle for manageability and vitality. Hydrates curls and coils while promoting healthy hair growth. For use during dry styling.
Overall the products that I used did just what they stated. It is sometimes our expectations for product performance that leads to disappointment. Remember there is no miracle product, just what works best for your hair. These are quality products and worth giving a try. You can see my results soon to be posted on my YouTube channel Chocka77.
The line consists of six(6) products. The products are labeled by the step in which they should be performed, the pH, and a letter D which means use on dry hair, and W which means use on wet hair. I completed steps one through three.
Step 1- Cleansing Cream pH5.0: a sulfate free moisturizing curl wash. I used the cream to wash my hair and I didn't find it very moisturizing. But I have to keep in mind it is a shampoo. There is no wash out conditioner so it is necessary to detangle during the shampoo. It had little to no slip and my hair kind of tangled on itself. It did not help that I'd gone 13 days between washing and had a big bush of free form hair, that was already tangled and dry. So this may work better as part of a regular routine, and on hair that has been properly maintained. I am interested in revisiting this step to evaluate this theory. This cream did leave my hair squeaky clean, and it felt as though I'd used a poo bar. I'm on the fence with this one.
Step 2: Leave In Conditioner pH5.0: After the wash process I applied the leave in and I used the entire 1oz. packet. It is the consistency of a curl activator cream, i.e. care free curl, or a bargain conditioner, that is like a liquid gel in a bottle. It does have slip, and some moisture. However it is not oily to seal in the moisture or prevent drying too quickly on high porousity hair. I distributed the leave in all over the hair. I then sectioned the hair, secured it with butterfly clips, and distributed the leave in evenly with my Denman type(Goody) brush. I could see instant clumping in each section. On to the next step.
Step 3: Twist & Define Cream pH6.5: For silky shiny twists and twist-outs. I applied this cream to sections of my hair and proceeded to twist it. I made some flat twists and some single two strand twists. In my opinion this cream is not a sealing or a moisturing cream. It is for hold, definition, and silkening. It did a really good job of defining my twists. They are not crunchy but they do not have the moisture that I'm used to. Each strand in the twists are very smooth and shiny too, which shows that the balanced pH of these products closed the hair cuticles.
There are also three other products in this line which gives other styling options. They are listed as follows.
Step 2: Hair Milk- Daily Hair Sustainer pH 5.0- to rejuvenate dry, frizzy, lifeless curls, coils,and twists. It is intended for use on dry hair.
Step 3: Defining Custard for Curls and Coils pH5.0- for shiny well moisturized, clearly defined curls, waves and spirals. It is for use during wet styling.
Step 3: Butter Cream Everyday Moisturizer pH5.5- Moisture locking souffle for manageability and vitality. Hydrates curls and coils while promoting healthy hair growth. For use during dry styling.
Overall the products that I used did just what they stated. It is sometimes our expectations for product performance that leads to disappointment. Remember there is no miracle product, just what works best for your hair. These are quality products and worth giving a try. You can see my results soon to be posted on my YouTube channel Chocka77.
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
NYC NEW YORK COLOR-Liquid Lip Shine
So yesterday I received my Holiday VoxBox from Influenster .com and in my box among other very interesting things was a NYC New York Color Liquid Lip shine(www.Newyorkcolor.com). I was like "what am I going to do with a nude gloss?" It looked as though it was a color in the container. So I went ahead and opened it and broke the seal and put it on. OMG I was so wrong to think I wouldn't like it. I love this gloss. It is super shiny, I mean high def shine. It is not at all sticky/ or tacky. Yall know what I mean when the gloss feels like it has glue or honey in it, and its all heavy and sticking your lips together, none of that here. And it is not drying, my lips don't feel like they're coated in lacquer. I'm not a make-up wearer, I like glosses and eye shadows so I know what I like and don't like in a gloss and I like this one. It behaves like an expensive brand but you know with NYC it is most definitely reasonably priced and worth trying. I think I will try some other colors or shades now that I'm impressed with this one.
Way to go NYC, this is a great product.
Way to go NYC, this is a great product.
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
COASTAL SCENTS
Today I sold my first body butter order and my customer was very satisfied. I can truly say that it was made with the highest quality shea butter and oils. I had the priviledge to order some shea butter from Coastal Scents and it is amazing. I have ordered shea butter from another company, purchased shea butter in my locsl BSS, and I've been given real shea butter from Africa. All of which were different. The butter from my local BSS was a pale/cream yellow color. It was very stiff and firm, and had a nutty smell. It was not too greasy but it had a noticably high oil content.
The shea butter that was given to me was my third batch of shea butter. It was a creamy/ivory color, had little scent, and a little grit. It went on smooth and clean, with a silky velvet feel. I was very confused, I was not used to shea butter of that texture.
My third batch of shea butter was purchased through Amazon.com from a dealer. It also had a cream/ivory color, a heavy smokey scent, and a very smooth consistency. It was in no way oily, or greasy, and left my skin feeling very soft,satin like.
Now my third shea butter is the butter that I recently ordered form
Coastal Scents, and I am pissed off. I think they really should warn you and say that the butter has such a high quality you should buy five pounds. Did you all think I was mad? Far from it. Had I known this butter was this good I would have ordered 5 pounds during the Black Friday sale. It is smooth, has a creamy beige color, and creamy feel, little smoky aroma, and it is soft. The butter emulsifies in hands when rubbed between fingers or palms. It has a good oil content but is non greasy, non shining, and it feels so very good on my skin. This shea butter is the closest I've experienced to going to Africa. I am additionally pleased with the fact that it is fair trade and still inexpensive, and high in quality. I will definitely continue to buy my butter from Coastal Scents. I now feel that I've been ripped off by other suppliers. So if your in the market to buy shea butter this is a really good quality supplier.
The shea butter that was given to me was my third batch of shea butter. It was a creamy/ivory color, had little scent, and a little grit. It went on smooth and clean, with a silky velvet feel. I was very confused, I was not used to shea butter of that texture.
My third batch of shea butter was purchased through Amazon.com from a dealer. It also had a cream/ivory color, a heavy smokey scent, and a very smooth consistency. It was in no way oily, or greasy, and left my skin feeling very soft,satin like.
Now my third shea butter is the butter that I recently ordered form
Coastal Scents, and I am pissed off. I think they really should warn you and say that the butter has such a high quality you should buy five pounds. Did you all think I was mad? Far from it. Had I known this butter was this good I would have ordered 5 pounds during the Black Friday sale. It is smooth, has a creamy beige color, and creamy feel, little smoky aroma, and it is soft. The butter emulsifies in hands when rubbed between fingers or palms. It has a good oil content but is non greasy, non shining, and it feels so very good on my skin. This shea butter is the closest I've experienced to going to Africa. I am additionally pleased with the fact that it is fair trade and still inexpensive, and high in quality. I will definitely continue to buy my butter from Coastal Scents. I now feel that I've been ripped off by other suppliers. So if your in the market to buy shea butter this is a really good quality supplier.
Thursday, December 1, 2011
WORLD AIDS DAY
This is an illness that is close to my heart. This is something that has taken numerous family members out of my life and the life of my loved ones. I can count six family members I've lost to this killer that is AIDS. Did it have to be that way? Did the stigma of having the disease kill those that died because they were to ashamed to seek treatment and help? Could one question have saved their lives?
I live in Belle Glade, Florida. A small rural town on the southern edge of Lake Okeechobee. We are a farming community, here the haves really have a lot, and the have nots really have nothing. The gap between the population in economics and education is staggering. We are in Palm Beach County, just 40 plus miles away from Donald Trump's Mara Lago. Yet we may never see it outside of the local news, or magazine. This is the very same community that was once featured in a documentary during the early 1980's about how AIDS had destroyed and taken so many lives in our area, and how we had such a high rate of infection, a fact that made many ashamed to admit they were from Belle Glade, Pahokee, or South Bay. Those people that were lucky enough to move away often told others that they were from West Palm Beach, or simply Palm Beach County. It was hard to say they were from here because people automatically -out of ignorance, placed the stigma of AIDS on them. I was born, raised, educated, and still live in this community with nearly my entire family. Our three cities Belle Glade, Pahokee,and South Bay all sit within a ten mile radius of eachother, and are often called the Glades tri-city area.
It is quite different now and we have so much more information and education on the subject of this illness, its effects, treatment, and contraction. I can't help wonder if the stigma had been removed from this illness, had it not been so taboo, would so many people have lost their lives battling, or not battling this disease. AIDS is proof that silence can be deadly. Not sharing or knowing can kill and cause those still living great pain. At this very moment I know someone in my immediate family infected with AIDS. Their face hasn't turned green. It's not stamped on their forehead. They don't have a number tattooed across their face. If they don't inform you of their status you may very well not know they are infected. That's why it is so important to be tested. It is so important to be treated. I know first hand that this person is a survivor, with an undetectable viral load. The amount of infection in their blood is so low that it is not easily detected on some tests. This can only come from treatment. The only way to eradicate AIDS is to stop the spread. It is important to know your status and that of your partner, or partners. Think of it as if your playing russian roulet. Everytime you have unprotected sex, you are putting a loaded gun to your head and not knowing if a bullet is going to come out and end it all for you. No momentary feeling of temporary pleasure, and superficial love is worth the rest of your life. People do live with AIDS and HIV the virus that causes it, but life is much simpler and healthier without it.
Anyone willing to put a gun to their heads should know if there is a bullet in it. The truth is LOVE. If you are truly loved and you truly love anyone in this world you will tell them the truth. You will know your status. You will not put them in the position my family has been in time and time again having to bury and care for suffering loved ones. You will not put yourself in the positon to suffer. When it comes down to it, be polite to no one. Ask the hard questions that hurt their feelings, make them uncomfortable, and uneasy. Ask them their status, when they were tested, to see results, to be retested. Don't just accept an answer, demand proof. Sometimes hurt feelings can save your life. The person I know that was infected was told that the person who infected them was infected. They believed this person when they said they weren't infected. Trust and not asking the hard questions didn't benefit them. They are no longer in that relationship, but the person that infected them looks better than they did before they were infected themselves. They look young and strong, with beautiful smooth skin, physically fit,and nice white teeth. Thats why you must know for yourself. The face of AIDS belongs to all of us because it doesn't look any different.
I live in Belle Glade, Florida. A small rural town on the southern edge of Lake Okeechobee. We are a farming community, here the haves really have a lot, and the have nots really have nothing. The gap between the population in economics and education is staggering. We are in Palm Beach County, just 40 plus miles away from Donald Trump's Mara Lago. Yet we may never see it outside of the local news, or magazine. This is the very same community that was once featured in a documentary during the early 1980's about how AIDS had destroyed and taken so many lives in our area, and how we had such a high rate of infection, a fact that made many ashamed to admit they were from Belle Glade, Pahokee, or South Bay. Those people that were lucky enough to move away often told others that they were from West Palm Beach, or simply Palm Beach County. It was hard to say they were from here because people automatically -out of ignorance, placed the stigma of AIDS on them. I was born, raised, educated, and still live in this community with nearly my entire family. Our three cities Belle Glade, Pahokee,and South Bay all sit within a ten mile radius of eachother, and are often called the Glades tri-city area.
It is quite different now and we have so much more information and education on the subject of this illness, its effects, treatment, and contraction. I can't help wonder if the stigma had been removed from this illness, had it not been so taboo, would so many people have lost their lives battling, or not battling this disease. AIDS is proof that silence can be deadly. Not sharing or knowing can kill and cause those still living great pain. At this very moment I know someone in my immediate family infected with AIDS. Their face hasn't turned green. It's not stamped on their forehead. They don't have a number tattooed across their face. If they don't inform you of their status you may very well not know they are infected. That's why it is so important to be tested. It is so important to be treated. I know first hand that this person is a survivor, with an undetectable viral load. The amount of infection in their blood is so low that it is not easily detected on some tests. This can only come from treatment. The only way to eradicate AIDS is to stop the spread. It is important to know your status and that of your partner, or partners. Think of it as if your playing russian roulet. Everytime you have unprotected sex, you are putting a loaded gun to your head and not knowing if a bullet is going to come out and end it all for you. No momentary feeling of temporary pleasure, and superficial love is worth the rest of your life. People do live with AIDS and HIV the virus that causes it, but life is much simpler and healthier without it.
Anyone willing to put a gun to their heads should know if there is a bullet in it. The truth is LOVE. If you are truly loved and you truly love anyone in this world you will tell them the truth. You will know your status. You will not put them in the position my family has been in time and time again having to bury and care for suffering loved ones. You will not put yourself in the positon to suffer. When it comes down to it, be polite to no one. Ask the hard questions that hurt their feelings, make them uncomfortable, and uneasy. Ask them their status, when they were tested, to see results, to be retested. Don't just accept an answer, demand proof. Sometimes hurt feelings can save your life. The person I know that was infected was told that the person who infected them was infected. They believed this person when they said they weren't infected. Trust and not asking the hard questions didn't benefit them. They are no longer in that relationship, but the person that infected them looks better than they did before they were infected themselves. They look young and strong, with beautiful smooth skin, physically fit,and nice white teeth. Thats why you must know for yourself. The face of AIDS belongs to all of us because it doesn't look any different.
HOW I STAY HEALTHY!!
Lets face it, no one wants to get ill. But for me illness can mean disability, long term and some permanent because of my Devics Disease. In this season when the weather begins to change the behavior of people changes a nd this causes people to stay indoors, spend more time in re-circulated air and in close quarters. Its true that the weather doesn't cause colds or other viruses, but the behavior of people in close proximity to eachother does. So wwhile all these germs circulate my germaphobia kicks in and I go OCD to the third power.
One way I stay germ free is by using bleach. Bleach is my friend and I love the smell of something just cleaned in bleach especially my dishes and my bathroom. It is a great disinfectant and deodorizer. The best bleach for cleaning is the off brand or store brand bleach. This bleach tends to be less buffered. Most bleaches made for clothing has some type of buffer so that it doesn't cause harm to the fabric with repeated use. It is still good for disinfecting and cleaning but I prefer no brand bleach, just my preference, not scientific.
Another tool that I have in my tool box is to do as much physical activity as I can tolerate. Exercise is really healthy in helping you stay healthy overall, and being sure to drink plenty water. These two things help to boost your metabolism and flush the body of impurities, which may cause illness or effect your well being. It is also important to keep hands washed with soap and water, and to wash thoroughly. I taught my kids to wash while singing a verse of their favorite song. Personal hygiene and cleanliness is very important to staying healthy.
My next tool to staying healthy is to boost my immune system with Vitamin C support. The immune system helps to fight off the things that can cause us harm. It is widely believed, though not supported by the FDA, that Vitamin C helps support good immune health. You should also know that I've discussed my health practices with my physician and received the okay to supplement with Vitamins. I also give my kids supplements too, they come in contact with so many other kids and germs, and need to be protected too. I hope these easy tips help someone avoid a horrible cold or flu this season.
One way I stay germ free is by using bleach. Bleach is my friend and I love the smell of something just cleaned in bleach especially my dishes and my bathroom. It is a great disinfectant and deodorizer. The best bleach for cleaning is the off brand or store brand bleach. This bleach tends to be less buffered. Most bleaches made for clothing has some type of buffer so that it doesn't cause harm to the fabric with repeated use. It is still good for disinfecting and cleaning but I prefer no brand bleach, just my preference, not scientific.
Another tool that I have in my tool box is to do as much physical activity as I can tolerate. Exercise is really healthy in helping you stay healthy overall, and being sure to drink plenty water. These two things help to boost your metabolism and flush the body of impurities, which may cause illness or effect your well being. It is also important to keep hands washed with soap and water, and to wash thoroughly. I taught my kids to wash while singing a verse of their favorite song. Personal hygiene and cleanliness is very important to staying healthy.
My next tool to staying healthy is to boost my immune system with Vitamin C support. The immune system helps to fight off the things that can cause us harm. It is widely believed, though not supported by the FDA, that Vitamin C helps support good immune health. You should also know that I've discussed my health practices with my physician and received the okay to supplement with Vitamins. I also give my kids supplements too, they come in contact with so many other kids and germs, and need to be protected too. I hope these easy tips help someone avoid a horrible cold or flu this season.
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Product Review- Blue Magic Argan Oil Leave-In with Vitamin E
It is that time again,product review time. The product I'm reviewing tonight is the Blue Magic Argan Oil Leave-In Conditioner with Vitamin E. I weent out to my local BSS(Beauty supply store) and I purchased the product for $2.99. It comes in a pretty large size jar of 13.75oz. Argan oil is the eighth ingredient, and Vitamin E in the form of tocopheryl acetate is the ninth. the top ingredients include Water, Mineral oil, petrolatum,stearyl alcohol, glycerine, dimethicone, and behentrimonium methosulfate. the directions stat to shampoo, towel dry, and apply to hair and scalp, and style as desired.
Now first of all I do not use products that contain mineral oil, or petroleum on my scalp. I used this product to re-twist my two strand twists. I did not wash my hair before applying it. I simply wet my hair with my aloe vera juice in my sprayer, and proceeded to twist my hair. This product has a thick lotion consistency and is not very heavy. It is oily due to the mineral oil and petrolatum no doubt. I think it has a nice pleasant smell, a mellow vanilla like scent, that is not overpowering.
When I took my twist out , they were very defined, and soft. I can't say they were moist, but they were not brittle either. They had a nice sheen, and didn't feel waxy. I could tell that the product had mineral oil in it because of how it felt on my hair, but it wasn't a heavy waxy feel. Overall I think that if you just want something cheap, especially for a wash and go or to layer with another product that can impart more moisture this is good. I'm not a big fan of it but it is something that I would keep on hand as a fall back moisturizer. It has an awesome price point so it isn't so bad, I mean you get what you pay for. If your not focused on using 100% natural products this just may be a good fit for you. I would also use this when I wear my puff, which is usually close to my wash day.
I fully plan to use this product after a wash on my naked hair to see how it behaves as the sole product, and give some additional feed back. But in my opinion right now it isn't as good as plain old grease. I found nothing fancy about it that would make it a go to product for me.
Now first of all I do not use products that contain mineral oil, or petroleum on my scalp. I used this product to re-twist my two strand twists. I did not wash my hair before applying it. I simply wet my hair with my aloe vera juice in my sprayer, and proceeded to twist my hair. This product has a thick lotion consistency and is not very heavy. It is oily due to the mineral oil and petrolatum no doubt. I think it has a nice pleasant smell, a mellow vanilla like scent, that is not overpowering.
When I took my twist out , they were very defined, and soft. I can't say they were moist, but they were not brittle either. They had a nice sheen, and didn't feel waxy. I could tell that the product had mineral oil in it because of how it felt on my hair, but it wasn't a heavy waxy feel. Overall I think that if you just want something cheap, especially for a wash and go or to layer with another product that can impart more moisture this is good. I'm not a big fan of it but it is something that I would keep on hand as a fall back moisturizer. It has an awesome price point so it isn't so bad, I mean you get what you pay for. If your not focused on using 100% natural products this just may be a good fit for you. I would also use this when I wear my puff, which is usually close to my wash day.
I fully plan to use this product after a wash on my naked hair to see how it behaves as the sole product, and give some additional feed back. But in my opinion right now it isn't as good as plain old grease. I found nothing fancy about it that would make it a go to product for me.
Friday, November 11, 2011
GETTING OVER IT- MY BREAK-UP WITH SHEA MOISTURE
So if you keep up with the blog you've read my review of the Shea Moisture Deep Treatment Mask, and can fully understand that it broke my hesart because I wanted so much to love it. It took a lot of nerve calming, planning, and waiting until wash day to fit the next Shea Moisture product into my regimen- Coconut and Hibiscus Curling Souffle. I courted this product for a whole week before wash day. Putting a little here, a little there, some on my twist, the edges, the ends of my hair.
So after I washed and completed my condition routine, I put a quarter sized amount of the souffle onto my hands and applied it to the right side of my head. I then repeated this on the left side of my head. I could see that the curl pattern of my hair was more defined. I liked the way it looked, however I didn't like the way it felt. The initial feel of it way oily, and slick. Having read the ingredient list,I know that the product contains oils, but it felt different in a gel. It didn't however take long for me to get over the feel, and appreciate the oil. Because I am not the wearer of wash and gos, gel isn't my area of expertise but if I used gel often to style I would use this one.
After the application of the souffle, I applied a leave-in conditioner (Cream of Nature Lemongrass and Rosemary)for dehydrated hair, which I will review later, and twisted and sealed with whipped shea butter(nothing added). My twists dried fast, and didn't feel abnormally oily, or greasy. The shea butter didn't leave them with a shine or sheen but it did seal them properly.
Overall I can see this product being a part of my regimen from time to time and even on a regular basis depending on the styles that I wear. I am looking forward to using this product alone on hair and seeing the results. I am also looking forward to comparing it to regular home made flax gel, and my loved EcoStyler Gel with Olive Oil.
So after I washed and completed my condition routine, I put a quarter sized amount of the souffle onto my hands and applied it to the right side of my head. I then repeated this on the left side of my head. I could see that the curl pattern of my hair was more defined. I liked the way it looked, however I didn't like the way it felt. The initial feel of it way oily, and slick. Having read the ingredient list,I know that the product contains oils, but it felt different in a gel. It didn't however take long for me to get over the feel, and appreciate the oil. Because I am not the wearer of wash and gos, gel isn't my area of expertise but if I used gel often to style I would use this one.
After the application of the souffle, I applied a leave-in conditioner (Cream of Nature Lemongrass and Rosemary)for dehydrated hair, which I will review later, and twisted and sealed with whipped shea butter(nothing added). My twists dried fast, and didn't feel abnormally oily, or greasy. The shea butter didn't leave them with a shine or sheen but it did seal them properly.
Overall I can see this product being a part of my regimen from time to time and even on a regular basis depending on the styles that I wear. I am looking forward to using this product alone on hair and seeing the results. I am also looking forward to comparing it to regular home made flax gel, and my loved EcoStyler Gel with Olive Oil.
Monday, November 7, 2011
SHEA MOISTURE DEEP TREATMENT MASK- REVIEW
So Walgreens was having a sale on Shea Moisture products, a BOGO 50%off sale. As you can imagine with any product junkie, I couldn't resist the urge to indulge considering I've been waiting for a sale like this for months, since I missed the BOGO free sale. Everywhere I look I see people talking about the sale on Shea Moisture, and what they purchased. So here is what I purchased- Organic Shea Butter Deep Treatment Mask, and The Coconut Hibiscus Curl and Style Milk. I was in hurry to get home and try these new goodies.
First for the Deep Treatment Mask- It is of a very creamy consistency, and boasts some good ingredients to include argan oil,neem oil,coconut oil, shea butter,horsetail extract. The scent is a very strong perfumed, gardenis , monoi type scent. I wanted so much to love this product. It appeared to be very promising, until I got it on my hair and it just sat there. It did nothing to soften or contribute to the detangling of my hair. My hair instantly felt hard and dry,despite being wet and full of product. The product on my hair was as if I'd mixed Elmer's school paste, and flour to make paper mache. I ended up washing it out and having to use another product to deep condition and detangle my hair.
So then I moved on to the part that recomended the product be used as a styler, or leave in. I applied my regular moisturizer and a little of this on top to do twists. The hair was super soft and super fluffy,but it looked like a cottony unkept afro that hadn't been combed in years even though I'd just untwisted it, so this product really did nothing for me. I hsve since passed it on to a family member who is a new natural.
Now for the Coconut Hibiscus Curl and Style Milk- This product is a thick creamy lotion, that is not greasy or watered down. It has a very pleasant scent that takes on the characteristics of the coconut,hibiscus, and honeysuckle. It boasts a good list of ingredients to include, shea butter, coconut oil,neem oil, sugar starch, silk protein, carrot seed oil, honeysuckle, and horsetail to name a few. Now it is important that I note this product doesn't create curl, it helps to hold and accent the existing curl pattern. So whatever curl pattern you have this is to hold it.
The product claims to detangle, which did not exist in my case. It would be hard for me to see this as a detangler because it has no slip to it. It did nothing to even make my hair feel conditioned, which it also claimed to do. The oils in it are really light and not coating as to seal in moisture.
I will use this product up, but I don't thing that I will buy either of them again. Neither did anything to impress me on the quest to find products on the ground that I could use on my hair. I have the Hold and Shine Moisture Mist, and the Curling Souffle, I plan to fully experiment with these two products and give an honest review.
First for the Deep Treatment Mask- It is of a very creamy consistency, and boasts some good ingredients to include argan oil,neem oil,coconut oil, shea butter,horsetail extract. The scent is a very strong perfumed, gardenis , monoi type scent. I wanted so much to love this product. It appeared to be very promising, until I got it on my hair and it just sat there. It did nothing to soften or contribute to the detangling of my hair. My hair instantly felt hard and dry,despite being wet and full of product. The product on my hair was as if I'd mixed Elmer's school paste, and flour to make paper mache. I ended up washing it out and having to use another product to deep condition and detangle my hair.
So then I moved on to the part that recomended the product be used as a styler, or leave in. I applied my regular moisturizer and a little of this on top to do twists. The hair was super soft and super fluffy,but it looked like a cottony unkept afro that hadn't been combed in years even though I'd just untwisted it, so this product really did nothing for me. I hsve since passed it on to a family member who is a new natural.
Now for the Coconut Hibiscus Curl and Style Milk- This product is a thick creamy lotion, that is not greasy or watered down. It has a very pleasant scent that takes on the characteristics of the coconut,hibiscus, and honeysuckle. It boasts a good list of ingredients to include, shea butter, coconut oil,neem oil, sugar starch, silk protein, carrot seed oil, honeysuckle, and horsetail to name a few. Now it is important that I note this product doesn't create curl, it helps to hold and accent the existing curl pattern. So whatever curl pattern you have this is to hold it.
The product claims to detangle, which did not exist in my case. It would be hard for me to see this as a detangler because it has no slip to it. It did nothing to even make my hair feel conditioned, which it also claimed to do. The oils in it are really light and not coating as to seal in moisture.
I will use this product up, but I don't thing that I will buy either of them again. Neither did anything to impress me on the quest to find products on the ground that I could use on my hair. I have the Hold and Shine Moisture Mist, and the Curling Souffle, I plan to fully experiment with these two products and give an honest review.
ITS JUST GREASE!!!
So here is my opinion on this whole thing about using hair grease. I was reading a blog post by Curly Nikki and how she used hair grease to seal her hair for a twist out. Mind you this is something that was posted by a YT vlogger JCokes, and everyone is screaming that
CN stole her idea, and recreated it into her blog post. In actuality I have seen numerous YT vlogs, blogs, and videos on using good old fashion hair grese and they are older than JCokes' video. So does this mean that she also stole the idea from someone? No, this means that each of these YT postings and blogs are sharing info, opinions, and instructions on their experiences with this method. The people making all of these outrageous accustions are taking it too damn far.
Now, that brings me to this. Who the hell sat down and wrote the natural hair rule book? I thought being natural, as a part of how God made you, being an original, not conforming to an idea of what someone else considers beautiful in straightened hair, gave you a freedom. So now some judgemental chic is telling me that if I use grease or choose not to spend $20 on a bottle of water and shea butter mixed my natural is not good enough. I certainly did not go natural to be bound by some rule book that doesn't exist. The only rule should be to do what's right for you and your hair. Do what keeps you rocking a banging, healthy, natural head of hair. Share all that info, and all of those experiences because there are people that love to hear about new things on a daily basis and we look forward to the sharing.
Saturday, October 1, 2011
New Passion
So as a natural, I have developed a passion for all things natural. Now to establish one thing, I am no natural fanatic. But I am very interested in how treating the body and nourishing it in the proper and safest manner can promote overall health and well being. My natural lifestyle change began with my transition from relaxed hair, and using synthetic hair products, to wearing my hair in its natural state without heat or chemical straightening. Thanks to forums like YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Naturally Curly.com, Nappturality.com, etc. I have found some very useful information and guidance in all things natural. These are rersources that were not available in 1998 when I initially went natural. I have no doubt that this change in lifestyle has helped me to maintain my health and remain relapse free in dealing with Devics. Devics disease itself is a very misunderstood condition and little is known about how the disease behaves as far as the trigger of relapses, and the initial onset of the disease. However, it is common knowledge that diet, exercise, and overall healthy lifestyle helps manage diseases and health issues.
So the second phase of my natural lifestyle change was dealing with what I use on my skin. I am very blessed to have healthy skin that is for the most part tolerant. However I do have a large cache of products from Bath and Body Works, that smell absolutely delectable. So I have made a resolution not to purchase any other non-organic products. I am indeed a label reader and I am pleased with the fact that the products are mineral oil, petroleum, and parrafin free, for the most part. My soaps are also naturally made soaps that I order from a company in Ohio called Chagrin Valley Soaps. They offer a wide variety of products not just soap. They offer natural deodorant, facial creams, skin moisturizers, shampoo bars, conditioner bars, Sugar scrubs, body butter, etc. Having resources like these make it easier to live a more natural lifestyle.
My new passion is to began making and mixing my very own line of hair, and body care products. I have managed to find a very good resource from which to obtain the bulk ingredients, and packaging materials. I am really looking forward to putting this passion I have to create into something concrete and hopefully profitable.
So the second phase of my natural lifestyle change was dealing with what I use on my skin. I am very blessed to have healthy skin that is for the most part tolerant. However I do have a large cache of products from Bath and Body Works, that smell absolutely delectable. So I have made a resolution not to purchase any other non-organic products. I am indeed a label reader and I am pleased with the fact that the products are mineral oil, petroleum, and parrafin free, for the most part. My soaps are also naturally made soaps that I order from a company in Ohio called Chagrin Valley Soaps. They offer a wide variety of products not just soap. They offer natural deodorant, facial creams, skin moisturizers, shampoo bars, conditioner bars, Sugar scrubs, body butter, etc. Having resources like these make it easier to live a more natural lifestyle.
My new passion is to began making and mixing my very own line of hair, and body care products. I have managed to find a very good resource from which to obtain the bulk ingredients, and packaging materials. I am really looking forward to putting this passion I have to create into something concrete and hopefully profitable.
Thursday, September 1, 2011
My Natural Hair Regimen
Okay so nix the fancy word, regimen. All this word means is my routine, nothing too scientific but I think that all naturals have different routines. Here are my routines and products.
Products:
Chagrin Valley Neem and Tea Tree Shampoo and Body Bar, Summer Sunshine Shampoo Bar.
Komaza Hair Care: Califia Care Leave -In Conditioner, Califia Moisturizing Spray,Califia Moisturizing Cream, Shea Butter Hair Lotion,Jojoba Hemp Balm,Olive Moisture Mask.
Natures Way: Organic extra virgin coconut Oil
Eco-Styler: olive Oil Gel
Oyin Handmade: burnt Sugar Pomade
Regimen:
Wash Days- these for me are every 7-10 days depending on the condition of my hair. I will not sugar coat the fact that I hate washing my hair. I was with the shampoo bar of my choice. Neem and Tea Tree if its itchy, summer Sunshine if its just routine washing.
I follow up the was with a rinse out conditioner that I add olive oil, honey, and coconut oil to. This conditioner is most likely Herbal Essence Hello Hydration. I detangle with the conditioner on, and then rinse. Because I wash so infrequently, I use the Komaza Care Olive Moisture Mask as a deep conditioner every 7-10 days, which coincide with my wash cycle. I apply the Olive Moisture mask, and a conditioning cap, cover with a scarf and sit for about 30 minutes -2 hours depending on how much help my hair needs. Then I rinse.
Detangling- I go through a second round of detangling by applying the Califia moisturizing Spray, finger combing, and applying the Califia Leave-In conditioner to separate sections,and combing it from tip to root with a wide tooth smooth comb to detangle.I then pin or twist these detangled sections in place.
Moisturizing- the Califia Care Leave-In is very Moisturizing but on wash days I like to add Shea Butter Hair Lotion, to each section and moisture seal it with Califia Care Moisturizing Cream. It has a high oil content so use if with care, a little goes a long way.
Finally, I take my moisturized hair and part it-the parts dont have to be perfect and secure it in two strand twists or flat twists, until it is dry, while I'm sleeping, until I rock a twist out, or style.
Oiling my Scalp- I do this as needed to facilitate scalp massage. I'm not a fan of a very oily scalp so I use the Jojoba Hemp Balm and Coconut Oil together to oil my scalp.The jojoba Hemp Balm is also great as a finishing, shine, and anti-frizz balm.
Retwisting between washes- for this I wet my hair slightly with water from a spray bottle. use a little Califia Care leave-In and Shea Butter Lotion, and retwist with a little Burnt Sugar Pomade on my finger tips. Depending on the moisture level of my hair I use more products to moisturize and this can include the Califia Care Moisturizing cream. In this Florida weather you need moisture. My hair is very porous and very dense. I sometimes mist with an oil and water mixture of Africa's Best Ultimate Herbal Oil, or my new favorite Califia Moisturizing spray. I use the Olive oil gel on my edges and to enhance curl when wearing curly styles.
Remember that moisture comes from water, not oil. In order for a product to moisturize it must contain some amount of water. In my experience the more water the more moisturizing. The oil products work to seal the moisture, so they go hand in hand.
OTHER PRODUCTS THAT MAY BENEFIT YOUR REGIMEN- inaddition to the above listed products I have found some success with Oyin Handmade Products, the first line of natural products that I tried. They have lots of products and offer sample sizes.
The Komaza Care Line that I use now has a large selection also, and they offer sample sizes. They also have people available to answer your calls and help point you in the right direction as far as what products may be right for you. Hope this helps in establishing a regimen that works for you.
In addition with these products being natural,they have no cones,pthalates,mineral oil, petroleum products, and no sulfates. All of the previously listed ingredients can damage the health of your hair and body to some degree.
Products:
Chagrin Valley Neem and Tea Tree Shampoo and Body Bar, Summer Sunshine Shampoo Bar.
Komaza Hair Care: Califia Care Leave -In Conditioner, Califia Moisturizing Spray,Califia Moisturizing Cream, Shea Butter Hair Lotion,Jojoba Hemp Balm,Olive Moisture Mask.
Natures Way: Organic extra virgin coconut Oil
Eco-Styler: olive Oil Gel
Oyin Handmade: burnt Sugar Pomade
Regimen:
Wash Days- these for me are every 7-10 days depending on the condition of my hair. I will not sugar coat the fact that I hate washing my hair. I was with the shampoo bar of my choice. Neem and Tea Tree if its itchy, summer Sunshine if its just routine washing.
I follow up the was with a rinse out conditioner that I add olive oil, honey, and coconut oil to. This conditioner is most likely Herbal Essence Hello Hydration. I detangle with the conditioner on, and then rinse. Because I wash so infrequently, I use the Komaza Care Olive Moisture Mask as a deep conditioner every 7-10 days, which coincide with my wash cycle. I apply the Olive Moisture mask, and a conditioning cap, cover with a scarf and sit for about 30 minutes -2 hours depending on how much help my hair needs. Then I rinse.
Detangling- I go through a second round of detangling by applying the Califia moisturizing Spray, finger combing, and applying the Califia Leave-In conditioner to separate sections,and combing it from tip to root with a wide tooth smooth comb to detangle.I then pin or twist these detangled sections in place.
Moisturizing- the Califia Care Leave-In is very Moisturizing but on wash days I like to add Shea Butter Hair Lotion, to each section and moisture seal it with Califia Care Moisturizing Cream. It has a high oil content so use if with care, a little goes a long way.
Finally, I take my moisturized hair and part it-the parts dont have to be perfect and secure it in two strand twists or flat twists, until it is dry, while I'm sleeping, until I rock a twist out, or style.
Oiling my Scalp- I do this as needed to facilitate scalp massage. I'm not a fan of a very oily scalp so I use the Jojoba Hemp Balm and Coconut Oil together to oil my scalp.The jojoba Hemp Balm is also great as a finishing, shine, and anti-frizz balm.
Retwisting between washes- for this I wet my hair slightly with water from a spray bottle. use a little Califia Care leave-In and Shea Butter Lotion, and retwist with a little Burnt Sugar Pomade on my finger tips. Depending on the moisture level of my hair I use more products to moisturize and this can include the Califia Care Moisturizing cream. In this Florida weather you need moisture. My hair is very porous and very dense. I sometimes mist with an oil and water mixture of Africa's Best Ultimate Herbal Oil, or my new favorite Califia Moisturizing spray. I use the Olive oil gel on my edges and to enhance curl when wearing curly styles.
Remember that moisture comes from water, not oil. In order for a product to moisturize it must contain some amount of water. In my experience the more water the more moisturizing. The oil products work to seal the moisture, so they go hand in hand.
OTHER PRODUCTS THAT MAY BENEFIT YOUR REGIMEN- inaddition to the above listed products I have found some success with Oyin Handmade Products, the first line of natural products that I tried. They have lots of products and offer sample sizes.
The Komaza Care Line that I use now has a large selection also, and they offer sample sizes. They also have people available to answer your calls and help point you in the right direction as far as what products may be right for you. Hope this helps in establishing a regimen that works for you.
In addition with these products being natural,they have no cones,pthalates,mineral oil, petroleum products, and no sulfates. All of the previously listed ingredients can damage the health of your hair and body to some degree.
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Finally- Komaza Hair Care Review
Okay so about 12 days ago, started a post topic for Komaa Care but I didn't do a review. I have now had enough time to sit and use the products and evaluate just how they work for my hair. So without further delay here is the full review.
1st- Komaza Care Califia Leave-In Conditioner: This is a very moisturizing, light, non-greasy lotion. It has a wonderful amount of oils, no parabens, cones, mineral or petroleum products, and a good balance of water(moisture) to oil ratio. this product was used after I washed with my regular poo-bar, and on towel blotted hair. My 3c,4a hair soaked this stuff up. My hair ranges from 3c, which is normal porousity- to 4a which is highly porous. It is very dense, and has thick and thin individual strands. this product was a good detangler and moisturizer.
2nd- Komaza Care Califia Moisturizing Spray- This to me is the same as the Leave-In with a little more water in a spray form. It has all the same ingredients of the leave-in only with a few added ingredients which could be added to make this a better form of spray. It is great for detangling and moisturizing before the leave-in. It also has that great scent. Smells like a fresh pina-colada drink.I will be using it as part of my regimen before the leave-in to detangle and to add moisture on an every day basis as a spritz.
3rd- Califia Care Moisturizing Cream- This is the thickest and most oily Califia product. It is a rich whipped cream intended as a moisture sealant, to seal in moisture. It has a light fluffy texture and is high in oil content because it contains no water. It has the same scent as the other Califia line products and works well. The key to using this product is not to overdue it, too little will not seal it properly, and too much is greasy and weighed down. My hair loved this product and I used it on my edges to pull my hair into an afro puff.
4th- Shea Butter Hair Lotion- bottle says that it is a good heat protectant, and works well for relaxed and natural hair. It is heavier than the Califia Care Leave In and it also contains moisture in the form of water. It has a good scent also and works great for moisturizing, detangling, sealing on normal porousity hair, and heat protection. I used this to flat iron my daughters permed hair. This gave her hair a silky straight texture and helped it to resist reversion.
5th- Jojoba Hemp Balm- this oil balm is very good. It is a light oil balm, with hemp Butter,Jojoba Butter, Macadamia Butter, Almond Butter, Hemp seed oil,jojoba Esthers, almond Oil, Sandalwood essential oil, Vanilla,Vitamin E.I love the herbal smell of this balm and it states that it can be used as a sealant. I like that it adds shine, and is a very good heat protectant. Did I mention that wonderful fresh herbal smell, oh I did, LOL. This is a good finishing product to add shine, and sheen. It also helps fight reversion and frizz for my styles.
6th-Olive Moisture Mask- A deep penetrating moisture hair mask for treatment of dry hair.
This is a thick conditioner that comes in a jar, and is the consistency of a cream. It is very wet and good for detangling. I put this on after washing, detangled, and wore a plastic cap under my scarf for about an hour. My hair was lush, soft and moist. I love this stuff. The sample size should provide about 3 uses for me.My hair is noticably softer and much more moist than I've noticed with previous conditioners.
7th- Califia Care Styling pudding- this styling pudding is to enhance curl for curly styles, and smooth edges for light control and curl straightening. It is a brown pudding with the consistency and smell of an edible chocolate pudding. It works well for my hair. When I used it to curly style it did elongate my curls, just a little more than with the Eco-styler gel. However it didn't knock my socks off. I don't know how it works to straighten curls.
Overall I have chosen to stay with the Komaza Care product line because it has provided me with the most bang for my buck. I get the maximum results with Komaza care than any product line so far. Now that you know my products my next post will be about my regimen. Thanks for reading and God Bless.
1st- Komaza Care Califia Leave-In Conditioner: This is a very moisturizing, light, non-greasy lotion. It has a wonderful amount of oils, no parabens, cones, mineral or petroleum products, and a good balance of water(moisture) to oil ratio. this product was used after I washed with my regular poo-bar, and on towel blotted hair. My 3c,4a hair soaked this stuff up. My hair ranges from 3c, which is normal porousity- to 4a which is highly porous. It is very dense, and has thick and thin individual strands. this product was a good detangler and moisturizer.
2nd- Komaza Care Califia Moisturizing Spray- This to me is the same as the Leave-In with a little more water in a spray form. It has all the same ingredients of the leave-in only with a few added ingredients which could be added to make this a better form of spray. It is great for detangling and moisturizing before the leave-in. It also has that great scent. Smells like a fresh pina-colada drink.I will be using it as part of my regimen before the leave-in to detangle and to add moisture on an every day basis as a spritz.
3rd- Califia Care Moisturizing Cream- This is the thickest and most oily Califia product. It is a rich whipped cream intended as a moisture sealant, to seal in moisture. It has a light fluffy texture and is high in oil content because it contains no water. It has the same scent as the other Califia line products and works well. The key to using this product is not to overdue it, too little will not seal it properly, and too much is greasy and weighed down. My hair loved this product and I used it on my edges to pull my hair into an afro puff.
4th- Shea Butter Hair Lotion- bottle says that it is a good heat protectant, and works well for relaxed and natural hair. It is heavier than the Califia Care Leave In and it also contains moisture in the form of water. It has a good scent also and works great for moisturizing, detangling, sealing on normal porousity hair, and heat protection. I used this to flat iron my daughters permed hair. This gave her hair a silky straight texture and helped it to resist reversion.
5th- Jojoba Hemp Balm- this oil balm is very good. It is a light oil balm, with hemp Butter,Jojoba Butter, Macadamia Butter, Almond Butter, Hemp seed oil,jojoba Esthers, almond Oil, Sandalwood essential oil, Vanilla,Vitamin E.I love the herbal smell of this balm and it states that it can be used as a sealant. I like that it adds shine, and is a very good heat protectant. Did I mention that wonderful fresh herbal smell, oh I did, LOL. This is a good finishing product to add shine, and sheen. It also helps fight reversion and frizz for my styles.
6th-Olive Moisture Mask- A deep penetrating moisture hair mask for treatment of dry hair.
This is a thick conditioner that comes in a jar, and is the consistency of a cream. It is very wet and good for detangling. I put this on after washing, detangled, and wore a plastic cap under my scarf for about an hour. My hair was lush, soft and moist. I love this stuff. The sample size should provide about 3 uses for me.My hair is noticably softer and much more moist than I've noticed with previous conditioners.
7th- Califia Care Styling pudding- this styling pudding is to enhance curl for curly styles, and smooth edges for light control and curl straightening. It is a brown pudding with the consistency and smell of an edible chocolate pudding. It works well for my hair. When I used it to curly style it did elongate my curls, just a little more than with the Eco-styler gel. However it didn't knock my socks off. I don't know how it works to straighten curls.
Overall I have chosen to stay with the Komaza Care product line because it has provided me with the most bang for my buck. I get the maximum results with Komaza care than any product line so far. Now that you know my products my next post will be about my regimen. Thanks for reading and God Bless.
Thursday, August 18, 2011
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
New Hair Products
Today I'm going to write about the new hair products that I purchased. First of all,my decision to go natural was due mostly to my health and me battling Devics disease and doing small things to change the way I live, the things I eat, use on my body, in my home, etc. My new hair products are made by Komaza Care. I ordered the products in sample sizes and they are Califia Care Leave -In Conditioner, Califia Moisturizing Cream, Jojoba Hemp Balm, and Shea Butter Hair Lotion. They are all good products but I haven't used them on stripped down naked hair yet, so to observe how they really work I'm going to wash my hair, and then apply the products in pairs, the moisturizer with the sealers, and then tell you all how they work. So keep up with the Blog and look forward to the review and I will walk you through my regimen. Peace, Grace, and Good Health.
Saturday, August 6, 2011
AFTER RITUXIN
It's beeen a while since I worked on my blog. Last Friday, July 29 I went in to have my infusion treatment for my Devics. If I haven't already said this the most effective treatment is Rituxin which is a form of chemotherapy. The infusion itself lasts about 6 1/2 to seven hours. First of all the day started off great because the nurse Mrs.Sheryl, a sweet Jamaican lady, inserted the IV with one try. For me that is highly unusual, it usually takes about 3-4 tries. I hadn't slept all that Thursday night prior to the treatment. They gave me an infusion of Benadryl also to combat/pevent an allergic reaction. I must say that it put me out cold. I was actually dozing off with my mouth open.....LOL. Second, I felt good after the infusion no nausea, or any other side affects. The only thing was that during the infusion itself I got the chills and the nurse gave me solumedrol, within an hour they had subsided. Third, and a very good thing I must add when I came home and napped, and when I woke up Saturday, Sunday, and Monday I had a tremendous decrease in stiffnes, and an increase in my balance and gait control when walking and standing. Overall the treatment was uneventfull. I did experience some tiredness but nothing alarming. I return on the 12th of August for the second infusion afterwards I don't return for 6 months. So right now I am very thankful to God for allowing me acces to his resources to aid my healing. Medicins is truly a gift from God.I plan to update my Blog more often, this info may just help someone,
Friday, February 11, 2011
WHAT I HAVE- FROM CHAGRIN VALLEY SOAPS
Samples and Times Used-
Neem and Tea Tree shampoo-2x
Summer sunshine Shampoo-2x
Bananas andCream bar-3x
Carrot and Honey bar-3x
Grapeseed Tomato and Shea-2x
Cucumber Yogurt- NEW
Juniper Comfrey Mint-NEW
Rhassoul Clay and Yogurt-NEW
Herbal Mist-NEW
Coffee Spice- NEW
Shea Rose Clay-NEW
Full size Bars-
Neem and Tea tree oil bar
Patchouli Herb-NEW
Neem and Tea Tree shampoo-2x
Summer sunshine Shampoo-2x
Bananas andCream bar-3x
Carrot and Honey bar-3x
Grapeseed Tomato and Shea-2x
Cucumber Yogurt- NEW
Juniper Comfrey Mint-NEW
Rhassoul Clay and Yogurt-NEW
Herbal Mist-NEW
Coffee Spice- NEW
Shea Rose Clay-NEW
Full size Bars-
Neem and Tea tree oil bar
Patchouli Herb-NEW
REVIEW CHAGRIN VALLEY SOAP- CARROT AND HONEY
This is a review of the Carrot Milk and Honey bar. I really like this bar because it has a very creamy lather and is very very moisturizing. Because of my Devics/MS I dont like lotion on my skin unless I have to use it. My skin is very sensitive to touch. This soap had my skin so soft and moisturized after the first use it quickly became my favorite. It has a very light scent.I mean very very light scent, you can tell nothing was added to scent this soap so it is excellent if you wear perfume or you just want that natural smell it is definitely on my list for a full bar upgrade just for the moisturizing properties alone which are amazing.The size of the sample was also about 1/3 the size of a full bar which is huge, it is surely enough for at least ten uses. I'm sure you can get more, I am going to keep track of the number of uses and post an update list. Overall I am surely going to order this in a full size.
So far I've used it about 3 times and there is plenty left.
So far I've used it about 3 times and there is plenty left.
Monday, February 7, 2011
Today's battle
Yesterday was a pretty good day. I managed to get some good quality rest and enjoy the game. However today I'm heavy on the vitamin D3 and Vitamin C, it seems that I'm trying to catch some sort of bug.....which is not good for my MS so keep a sister in prayer. I did manage to excercise today and put in an order for more vitamins and some goodies from Chagrin Valley soaps. In addition I am really trying to manage my stress level because that further exascerbates my condition, but I will be okay because I'm built so strong. Just a short post about today and whats going on, keep following and hopefully I can give you some useful information.
Sunday, February 6, 2011
REVIEW CHAGRIN VALLEY SOAP
This is a review for Chagrin Valley Soap- I recently purchased a few items from this company. 1st- the turn around time was excellent I ordered on Tuesday, got a shipping noticce Wednesday with a tracking number, and received my order on Friday. All of the items were in sample sizes, which are about the size of 1/4 a regular bar of store bought soap. The full size bars are about the size of a regular hand 2x the size of a regular bar of soap. The product that this review is for is the Neem and Tea Tree Oil Hair and Body shampoo. OMG THIS STUFF IS THE BOMB. 2nd- I love the herbal medicinal smelll for some reason. you can smell the oil in this soap. You can also feel it penetrating your scalp. 3rd- There are so many indications for the use of this soap, dandruff, psoriasis,eczema, scalp issues, acne,rashes, and etc. there are reviews on the website that attest to the benefits of this soap. After 1 use on my hair I am a true fan. My first poo-bar was a turn off(OYIN) but this one left my hair clean yet soft, and not stripped..I had a noticable moisture, and it wasnt tangled. I felt the sensation of the oil penetrating my scalp, Most of all there was no residue left on my hair or scalp. This product has a great lather for a soap bar it is more than I expected. Bottom line is that this will continue to be my poo-bar, I will not go back to bottled shampoo. I also used this on my daughter's
4c hair, which is super thick, always tangled and dry,and never gets clean. The results were great. I love it for her hair too, and it was a little easier to detangle.She ehas scalp problems and her scalp does not like complex oils or oil mixes- absolutely no reaction from her sensitive scalp. So if you have an extra 3.00 bucks lying around, it is worth it to try, you get what you expect.
4c hair, which is super thick, always tangled and dry,and never gets clean. The results were great. I love it for her hair too, and it was a little easier to detangle.She ehas scalp problems and her scalp does not like complex oils or oil mixes- absolutely no reaction from her sensitive scalp. So if you have an extra 3.00 bucks lying around, it is worth it to try, you get what you expect.
Saturday, February 5, 2011
HAIR HEALTH
Since I've been diagnosed with Devics (MS), I started doing lots of different things. My first endeaver was going natural. I didn't realize I was going natural. I had death in the family in October of 2009, and just didn't take time to go and get it permed. I had been natural before in 1998 and it lasted about 8 months, at that time I started with a big chop. A boy type cut that was very short. This time I transitioned.
MY TRANSITION
In October of 2009, my last relaxer was two months old and I wore a sew in weave. This was easy and convenient for me. I wore it for about 5 weeks. When I removed it I washed and re intalled it wearing this throughout December. Then I got really ill with the devics and went into the hospital. I ended up wearing that weave until February, not by choice of course. While in rehab I wore my own hair which was super thick with newgrowth. I had braids done in the latter parts of my rehab. Once I came home I unbraided my hair to have it rebraided and my newgrowth was about 3-4inches long. I wore it for about a week and had all my permed hair cut off. I was totally natural and have been since.
FROM ME TO YOU
In this blog I will shaare with you experiences about my hair, as it is closely related to my health. That was my main concen when I found out that the treatment I had to receive for Devics was chemotherapy. Last time I got treatment I had a weave but this time I can monitor the condition of my hair, and share it with my readers because both are important to me.
MY TRANSITION
In October of 2009, my last relaxer was two months old and I wore a sew in weave. This was easy and convenient for me. I wore it for about 5 weeks. When I removed it I washed and re intalled it wearing this throughout December. Then I got really ill with the devics and went into the hospital. I ended up wearing that weave until February, not by choice of course. While in rehab I wore my own hair which was super thick with newgrowth. I had braids done in the latter parts of my rehab. Once I came home I unbraided my hair to have it rebraided and my newgrowth was about 3-4inches long. I wore it for about a week and had all my permed hair cut off. I was totally natural and have been since.
FROM ME TO YOU
In this blog I will shaare with you experiences about my hair, as it is closely related to my health. That was my main concen when I found out that the treatment I had to receive for Devics was chemotherapy. Last time I got treatment I had a weave but this time I can monitor the condition of my hair, and share it with my readers because both are important to me.
TREATMENT
So, lastweek I went in to the cancer treatment center in Jupiter to have treatment for my Devics(MS). This was my second treatment and I am really optimistic. I have a lot of faith in God that all things work together for the will of God. The doctor is a real butthole, I had to file a complaint on. My neurologist Dr.Linda Pao is the best. She is the smartest and most professional doctor I've seen in a while. I am going to continue seeing her although she is all the way in Jupiter.
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