Curls: Donut Bun with No Filling

The other day when combing my hair for work, I decided to pull my hair back in a bun. Many times I use an old rolled up sock to slip my hair through the hole and cover the sock with my hair. Voila I have a bun.

Curls: IC Fantasia Gel

So I've been hearing so much about IC Fantasia Gel, and I'm low on funds so I decided to give it a try until I can get more Kinky Curly Curling Custard. It works pretty good. It gives definition and a little hold. I wouldn't pick this product over KCCC, although it is cost effective. First I tried on top of Aussie Moist, but that didn't work out too good. The mixture caused little white balls to appear all over my hair. I didn't give up on the product just yet, so I tried on top of Kinky Curly Knot Today. It worked fine I didn't have any white balls in my hair. Here are a few pictures:

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Life: Orange is The New Red!

 So we all know about the bold red lip that has been around for years, but what about orange? Thats right, Orange is the new red. When it's time for a night out instead of rocking red, try a bright orange. It's just as fierce and sexy, but with a cute new twist! Check it out:

Curls: Her Hair

So have you ever seen another natural's hair and in a  nice way envied that style? Well, that is exactly what "Her Hair" posts will be about. Different styles I've seen on others that are cute and stylish. I hope you keep up. If you want to submit your own style please do, and you will be featured in a post on Love, Life, and Curls. 

Here is a picture of YouTuber Trenellm after she used curlformers on her natural hair. This style reminded me of the big bouncy curls we all can attain when using the right tools. I absolutely love the look! I think that soon enough I'll be doing my own "tryout" on the curlformers.

Life: Natural and Professional

As an aspiring news reporter, while in college numerous times I've been told that I won't make it with my hair being natural. Many times people say that natural hair isn't professional, but who made that rule? Why isn't it professional? It is utterly ridiculous to believe that because my hair is not straight it makes me (or anyone else) less professional. This crass idea only comes from ignorance of people believing that in order for "black" hair to look combed or neat it must be straight or laid down. I must admit that when I first heard this in undergrad and when I started my first internship at a news station, I always tried to pull my hair back into a neat bun.

Curls: Stylish Curlies

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Curls: Chic High Bun

This chic high bun is definitely a go to style when your curls just aren't acting right. It's very stylish and can be dressed up or down or worn for any occasion. Here are a few pictures of celebs rocking the look: 

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Life: Angela's World: Loving Every Curve

Angela's World: Loving Every Curve: "Dear Princesses, I wanted to take this time to talk to yo..."

Curls: Stylish Curlies

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Curls:Twist out with Aussie Moist and Kinky- Curly Curling Custard

Here are the results from the previous post of my twist. I added small rollers to the end to get extra curl.

 

Curls: Finger Detangling Follow-Up, Aussie Moist, and Twists

In a previos post I told you guys about my "less stress detangling" that allows me to detangle my hair but cause less stress; thus, giving me less shedding. Well after well over a week and matted and dry hair, I could not go any longer with out washing and conditioning my hair. I washed my hair with a Giovonni product, but I am really excited about my Aussie Moist experience. It was my first time purchasing the condition after hearing nothing but good things about it. I absolutely loved it! You get a good bit of conditioner for the price (33 fl oz for $7.60 with taxes). The smell was great, and it provided enough slip in my hair to finger detangle despite how tangled it was. I also left some of the Aussie in as a leave-in, and I am very pleased! Here are a few pictures:

Curls: Stylish Curlies

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Curls: Low on Products

What do you do when you are low on hair products and low on money? Well I can tell you that lately I have been maintaining a look while I'm low on funds. I decided to braid my hair in two French braids to stretch my time between cowashes. It's protective and it's good enough to wear when I don't have any major engagements.

Life: The Man with the "Golden Pipes"

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If you haven't heard of the man with the "Golden Pipes" his story is truly an inspirational one. Ted Williams recently was a homeless man living on the streets of Columbus, OH holding a sign that stated, "I have a God given gift of voice. I'm an ex-radio announcer who has fallen on hard times." After Williams was asked to display his talent for money in return he became an overnight sensation. Williams' voice was so remarkable, he was cleaned up and has numerous job offers. After being homeless for more than ten years, Mr. Ted Williams is more than an inspiration across this nation. Check out this clip on him.

Curls: Less Stress When Detangling

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So I've discovered a way to be nicer to my curls when I detangle. Usually I soak my entire head and place copious amounts of conditioner in my hair before I take my wide tooth comb to gently detangle the knots. Then I would go back through my hair with my denman brush. The only problem was that I still seemed to see much more hair in the comb and the brush than I liked. So lately I've changed my routine a tad bit. Instead of using my wide tooth comb as the main tool to detangle my hair, I use my fingers. I still soak and condition my hair, but now I take the time to run my fingers through my hair in a few sections to loosen any knots or tangles. I start at the ends then work my way up to the roots. If I feel and area that's knotted I work with it a little to free the hair strands. After I have detangled my entire head with my hands, I then go back through my hair with my wide tooth comb. As a result I see a lot less hair in the comb; thus making me a very very happy camper!

Life: Don't Give Up on Your Vision

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With the new year just rolling around, I know that many of us have goals and visions that we want to carry out in 2011. A scripture that I love speaks of having a vision, writing it down, and having faith in God that it will come to pass even if it seems to take a while because although it may not be when you expect it or want it, it will come in God's time. So whatever you vision or dream may be keep believing! Here is the scripture. I hope it helps someone :-)


^{Habakkuk 2:3 
2} Then the LORD answered me and said: 
      “ Write the vision 
      And make it plain on tablets, 
      That he may run who reads it. 
       ³ For the vision is yet for an appointed time; 
      But at the end it will speak, and it will not lie. 
      Though it tarries, wait for it; 
      Because it will surely come, 
      It will not tarry. 

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