Hair that looks very ‘no fuss’ and ‘I literally just rolled out of the sack’ is trending for winter 2014. One of our favorites is slightly wavy locks that have a bohemian feel to them. This look as seen on supermodel, Joan Smalls, was spotted during runway shows for Chloe, Gucci and Burberry.
black women
Can’t Sleep? Eat Cherries
Beauty Quickie: Sleep and rest is the body’s way of resetting itself both physically and mentally. Therefore, getting enough shut eye on a daily basis is essential to maintaining your health. However, some nights sleep will be easy and others it will seem like it is deluding you. Help your body doze off by eating a handful of cherries an hour before bedtime or drinking cherry juice in the morning and evening. Cherries contains the hormone known as melatonin which helps put you to sleep.
Limit Dairy and Sugar For Clearer Skin
Beauty Quickie: Dairy and sugar do not need to be completely stricken from your diet, but they should be kept to a limit. Starchy carbs, sugar and dairy all have something in common that can wreck havoc on skin. All three can cause spikes in hormones that in response cause acne. Experiment with how much dairy and sugar your body can handle without causing a breakout. If you love carbs (we know we do) stick to whole grains or fruits that have natural sugars.
Shine Bright
Beauty Quickie: Many women stop at just concealer in order to make their eyes look like sparkling diamonds. Concealer works to hide dark circles, but adding a layer of highlighter on top of this product can do wonders! Adding highlighter on top of concealer will give skin an iridescent shimmer thus making the eyes look brighter and awake.
Eat Healthy Fats
Of course not all fats are created equal, you will need to consume healthy fats in order to derive the most benefits. Why should healthy fats be included in your diet? The body is made of numerous cells which in turn are made up of a membrane of fat.
Fat helps to lubricate joints, promote proper cell function, metabolize fat-soluble vitamins and is the key to having gorgeous healthy skin as well as hair. Some examples of good fat foods would be: seeds, raw nuts, salmon and avocados. It is also possible to cook with healthy oils such as flax, coconut and olive oil.
Benefits of Argan Oil Part Two
If you haven’t had a chance to read our previous post on how Argan oil can help you grow your hair you will definitely want to go back and check it out. We listed several benefits of Argan oil and why exactly its great for your tresses. In this part of this little hair mini series we will show you how easy it is to make your own Argan oil hair mask at home. It’s so easy even a cave woman could do it…
First, here is a very short shopping list of ingredients that you will need in order to make the mask:
- Argan Oil (4 tsp)
- Honey (2 tsp)
- Peppermint Essential Oil (3 drops)
- Apple Cider Vinegar (2 tsp)
- Epsom Salt ( 2 tsp)
- Coconut Oil (4 tsp)
Okay, now that you have all the ingredients it is time to create the mask. As you noticed next to each item we listed how much of each ingredient you would need to complete the mask. In a small bottle combine all of the ingredients and then shake vigorously to blend them together. Run hot water from a facet and place bottle under the spout for 20 seconds to encourage the ingredients to blend even more.
When you are ready to apply your homemade product focus placing the bottled oil on your roots as well as ends. Wrap hair in saran wrap or place in a plastic shower cap and allow the oil to sit on the hair for half an hour. Once 30 minutes is up, rinse hair thoroughly and the process is complete.
Did You Know?.. Peppermint Essential oil increases oxygen, improves blood circulation and stimulates hair follicles to grow.
Benefits of Argan Oil Part One
Hair is often referred to as being a woman’s crown of beauty. However, as many can testify, growing hair is not always as simple as clicking your red ruby shoes together. There is no magical Wiz waiting at the end of a golden road that can grant you a great head of hair. Only excellent maintenance and attention to haircare will give you longer and voluminous hair that you crave.
In recent years Argan oil has been praised for its many benefits, especially when it comes to hair growth. Here are just a few to consider:
- Contains properties that can help repair split ends
- Rich with Vitamin E which encourages hair growth
- Has fatty acids and nutrients that can strengthen and nourish hair as well as skin
Hair growth results when the scalp as well as ends of locks are well taken of and protected. Perform this powerful combination on your strands by incorporating the use of argan and you will see results. Are you a fan of all natural products when it comes to haircare? Excellent, so are we! Be sure to check out our following post on how to create your very own argan oil hair mask in the comfort of your home.
What natural products are apart of your haircare routine? Chat us up on Twitter we’d love to know!
What Dieting Can Do to Your Hair
We are surrounded with imagery of women who walk red carpets, runways or grace our television sets with perfect hair, makeup and physiques. To come as close as possible to this ideal look many women will take part in various fad diets. How safe are such diets when it comes to having healthy tresses?
In this article we will briefly explore the effects of low fat dieting. When it comes to having gorgeous hair eating properly is everything, what you eat will definitely reflect in the health of your locks. Hair is made up of keratin which is protein and being deficient in protein can lead to weaker locks as well as hair thinning. Opt for a protein rich diet including foods such as yogurt, eggs and fish. A diet rich in protein can result in hair becoming longer and thicker.
Did you know?…Soy protein found in tofu has been found to help encourage hair growth. What are your hair growth secrets? Feel free to join the discussion on our social media platforms.
American Music Awards 2014 Fashion Trend: Shimmery Couture
We noticed a few trends on the red carpet for this year’s American Music Awards, but one trend stood out and seemed to match the event’s glitzy vibe. The AMAs red carpet at Nokia Theater in downtown Los Angeles, was raided with shimmery couture looks that were full of Hollywood razzle dazzle. Singer/actresses Zendaya Coleman and Jordin Sparks both showed off daring, sparkling attire as well as extra skin.
Spark’s bronzed gown included a plunging neckline while Zendaya’s over-sized gold ensemble (pants and trench are Georgine Spring 2015) revealed a blue midriff baring top. The looks definitely grabbed the attention of onlookers and the event’s television viewers. What do you think of shimmery couture, is it a “Do” or a “Don’t?