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Increase Shine With Egg and Banana Hair Treatment

Arianne Suggs March 17, 2016March 17, 2016Leave a Comment

Got head full of dull, lifeless looking strands? Do not fear a natural egg and banana hair treatment is here! Eggs and bananas are two wonderful foods that are actually great for your hair too. Why are they so effective?

Bananas being rich in potassium can restore elasticity, add strength and minimize breakage. Moreover, bananas can hydrate strands thus keeping dry, flaky scalp issues at bay. Eggs can also cure dandruff and help make hair stronger. This is because strands are composed of seventy percent protein (keratin) just like eggs. Therefore, introducing more protein into the mix can give hair the conditioning it really needs. The protein, fatty acids, vitamins and antioxidants found in eggs takes brittle tresses and makes roots as well as follicles stronger.

The Egg and Banana Hair Treatment

Combine one mashed up banana with one egg.
Mix together yet keep the mixture thick.
Apply the egg and banana paste to strands and let it sit for fifteen to thirty minutes.
Wash and condition hair as usual.

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Natural Hair: Apple Cider Vinegar Clarifying Shampoo

Arianne Suggs March 16, 2016March 16, 2016Leave a Comment

Caring for natural hair can be a challenge due to the fact that some “natural” products contain harmful ingredients. Moreover, wearing natural hairstyles often include using a number of styling and conditioning products. All that layering of products can attribute to build up. Clarifying shampoo can help to remove build up from your strands. So then, knowing how to make your own Apple Cider Vinegar Clarifying Shampoo can go a long way.

Are there any other reasons to use a natural shampoo option? Watch those labels ladies because not all natural hair products are what they seem or claim to be. For instance, a shampoo may include natural plant ingredients but still have sulfates. Sulfates give us those fun suds that make us feel our tresses must be getting clean. Nevertheless, sulfates have the ability to strip hair of needed moisture.

The goal should be to have a product that gets the job done and safely. How can you create your own Apple Cider Vinegar Clarifying Shampoo at home? It is very simple all you will need is water and organic apple cider vinegar.

Combine one cup of water with 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar. After the cleanse, follow up with your normal conditioner. Your locks will be build up free and looking fabulous!

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Maga Moura Rainbow Ombre Braids for London Fashion Week

Arianne SuggsUpdated on February 26, 2016February 26, 2016Leave a Comment

It’s a bird, it’s a plane… no its simply a really cool girl with really cool hair! Maga Moura made a splash at London Fashion week with her festive rainbow ombre braids. This fashionable blogger from Brazil has become well known for her trademark braided locks. Her personality and style is truly a fresh breathe of voguish air.

Moura came to be a braid-nista after a hair treatment went south. In order to rectify the situation she had two choices: cut off the remainder or wear braids. The latter option was chosen and the rest is hair history.

To fully pull off a hair look as bold and boisterous as this one you have to have the personality to match. Maga Moura’s couture flair is just as awesome as her rainbow ombre braids. Honestly, ladies stalk her IG, her page is one masterpiece after another. Everything reads that she is true to herself and there is nothing more beautiful than that. Moura is even quoted as saying,

“People are scared of showing who they truly are, I’m here to show them that they don’t have to feel that way. Stop hiding you don’t need approval.”

Now that is truly keeping it one hundred. Want to steal her ombre braid hairstyle? Go online and check out Catface which is an online store that sells the ombre tinted hair the Queen Moura has made chic.

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Marc Jacobs A/W 16 Seductive Finger Waves

Arianne Suggs February 25, 2016February 25, 2016Leave a Comment

We are still lusting after the alluring hair seen at the Marc Jacobs A/W 16 fashion show. For the their strut down the catwalk model’s strands were fashioned into finger waves. It was enough to make any Flapper livid with jealousy.

The model’s hair were molded into different versions of the same style. Some ladies had ‘traditional’ wavy locks with all tresses up, while others had strands in the back left to hang loosely. We even noticed waves being created on very short natural hair. The common denominator was the sparkly glitter added throughout the hairstyle.

The marriage of vintage and modern clothing was beautiful. Finger waves are definitely a hairstyle that can not be ignored. Yet, the style added an edgy, goth sophistication to the overall look of the designs. All without stealing away the spotlight from the real stars… the couture.

The Marc Jacobs A/W 16 show was hauntingly gorgeous to say the very least. From the chime music to the fur, lace, glittering prints, big bows, feathers, long hand gloves, flowing gowns and metallic detailing our style cup runneth over! From start to finish your eyes never dart away from the runway. Here is the show in its entirety to enjoy:

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Streetstyle: Suno Dress Worn By Zendaya Coleman

Arianne SuggsUpdated on February 25, 2016February 25, 2016Leave a Comment

Zendaya Coleman has had yet another major week of work. Her CHI Haircare ad campaign was released showcasing just how real her beauty is and then some. CHI Haircare held an event for the release of the campaign that included their stunning spokeswoman. Zendaya was styled to perfection in a design by Suno.

We always love seeing Zendaya in color because we feel bright tints look great with her skin tone. We spotted Zendaya taking her fun look to the streets. The gown displays a very small amount of skin giving it a hint of sass. Coleman completed her ensemble with black boot heels and a leather jacket.

Suno Designer Dress

Zendaya’s use of jewelry was very minimalist. When wearing an outfit that is bold there really is no need overpower the look with unnecessary jewels. Accessories and couture should never compete, only compliment each other.

Hair Notes: Being the front lady of a major hair company it is no surprise that her tresses looked so fabulous! Coleman rocked curls for days with her Suno dress.

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CHI Haircare Real Is Beautiful Campaign With Zendaya

Arianne SuggsUpdated on February 24, 2016February 24, 2016Leave a Comment

Chi Haircare has just released a new ad campaign featuring one our faves Zendaya Coleman! The campaign aims to help girls to embrace their real individual beauty. As part of the #RealIsBeautiful campaign Zendaya shares her style and beauty tips. Zendaya makes a wonderful spokeswoman for the CHI Haircare brand since she does always keep it 100.

Just how real does Zendaya keep it? Well, in the past she stood up to remarks made in regards to her wearing dreads at a red carpet event. The result? Recanting of statements made and Zendaya heralded in the form of a Barbie doll, dreads and all. Coleman’s outspokenness to be comfortable and confident in your own skin has resonated with young girls the world over.

CHI Haircare is added fuel to the inspiration fire by supporting realism. The brand’s Gram profile even mentions that they just don’t want your hair to look beautiful, they want you to feel beautiful too. What a nice thought!

We are huge fans of CHI Haircare products and own several of their flat irons and hair protectant products. Moreover, we are happy to see this partnership between Zendaya and CHI and can’t wait to see what’s all in store. Check out the campaign girls, the photos are stunning!

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2016 Black Hair Trends By Angela Bassett

Arianne Suggs February 19, 2016February 19, 2016Leave a Comment

We all have heard the expression, “I get better with age.” No woman has proven that more than Angela Bassett! Throughout the years Bassett has changed up her style and her beauty has never faded. From head-to-toe she has and will always be a knockout. So far this year Angela has continued to slay the red carpet. Here are a few 2016 black hair trends we spotted on Angela.

2016 Black Hair Trends #1– At the BAFTA awards Bassett put ladies half her age to shame in a stunning pink gown accompanied with shoulder length tresses cut bluntly.

2016 Black Hair Trends #2– For the 68th Annual Directors Guild of America event Bassett served up some fierceness in a LBD. Moreover, her chic hair was pulled into a sleek low ponytail with side part.

2016 Black Hair Trends #3– London Has Fallen press events are underway and Angela Bassett continues to flaunt her fashion influence in a white suit. Nothing says sexy with a side of power like a nice precision cut. Bassett took her locks a little shorter with a stunning bob haircut.

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8 Black Hairstyles to Try Right Now in 2016!

Arianne SuggsUpdated on February 18, 2016February 18, 2016Leave a Comment

Will all the hair fanatics please stand up? We firmly believe in total body beauty, meaning being on point from head-to-toe. There are a million things that can kill an outfit, but nothing does it faster than bad hair. Therefore, to prevent a style disaster here are 8 black hairstyles to try in 2016!

One of our favorite hair mavens, India Westbrooks, has been blazing through some gorgeous hairstyles. She proves that a little creativity goes a long way. Whether you love your hair up or down, bold or demure, India has a hairdo for you. Check them out:

High Chignon With Serious Baby Hairs

Wavy Hair Goddess

Geometric Braids

Blunt Cut Bob

Blonde Bombshell

Light Pretty Curls

Smooth Criminal-Long Shiny Locks

Geometric Braids Pt. 2-High Bun Combo

Bonus: We also enjoyed this hairstyle, an update to the blunt cut bob. India added a modern twist by affixing color to selected strands. Moreover, since the color remains just along the front it is a good choice if you do not want hair color all over. It is also a good addition if you want to add more edginess as well.

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Ciara 2016 Grammys Low Ponytail

Arianne Suggs February 17, 2016February 17, 2016Leave a Comment

The 2016 Grammys saw many hair trends come to the fore, one of our favorites was worn by songstress, Ciara. Ciara walked the red carpet with her handsome BF, Russell Wilson, in a daring gown by Alexandre Vauthier. To accompany her 2016 Grammys look, Ciara kept her hair simple with a low ponytail.

Some gals tend to shy away from wearing a ponytail because they feel that the hairstyle can be a little dull at times. Nevertheless, Ciara’s take on the low ponytail shows that drama can be created by adding just a few touches.

Ciara and Russell Wilson Attend 2016 Grammys

What touches can you add to your hair that will be Ciara inspired? Try these!

Highlights- Hair color instantly adds dimension.
Wisp It Good– Allow a few face framing strands to flow effortlessly near the hair line. Will give off sexy, relaxed, yet sophisticated vibes.
Back Up– The back is important as the front, so have fun with the tail by adding braids or twist detailing.
Go Big– Forget a small part, be dramatic like Ciara by including a deep middle part for extra flair.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 15: Singer Ciara attends The 58th GRAMMY Awards at Staples Center on February 15, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jason Merritt/Getty Images for NARAS) — LOS ANGELES, CA – FEBRUARY 15: Singer Ciara attends The 58th GRAMMY Awards at Staples Center on February 15, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jason Merritt/Getty Images for NARAS)

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Rihanna’s Short Bob For The Ellen DeGeneres Show

Arianne SuggsUpdated on February 4, 2016February 4, 2016Leave a Comment

Rihanna visited The Ellen DeGeneres Show and from head-to-toe she had viewers salivating. Starting from the top, Rihanna rocked a short bob hairstyle that instantly gave us a case of hair envy. Her short bob was sleek, sassy and oozing with flirtatious allure. We loved the deep middle part and blunt cut detailing. Rihanna’s short bob proves that less can be more.

In the fashion department Rihanna was just as stunning. Rihanna dazzled in an Alexandre Vauthier Vanishing Skirt that retails for $1,333. Like diamonds, shoes are a girl’s best friend and RiRi showed off hers. She adorned her legs with Louboutin Python Pumps.

Rihanna was on hand to talk about the release of her long-awaited Anti album and upcoming world tour. Ellen poked fun at the songstress bringing up Drake and even played a game of Never Have I Ever with Rihanna and George Clooney. A very funny moment ensued when Ellen inquired about sending a sext to the wrong person. Check it out below:

However, it wasn’t till Rihanna’s one on one interview with Ellen that the short bob had us fully in a hair trance. It swung gracefully as she answered every question with a bit of humor. Watch it below:

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