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Why You Should NOT Use Bar Soap on Your Face

Why You Should NOT Use Bar Soap on Your Face

| February 7, 2012 | 0 Comments

Many African American sistas are breaking barriers and becoming more and more comfortable with naturally expressing ourselves.   We show this through our hair journeys, exquisite makeup techniques, nail and body art and not to mention, our creative and stylish ensembles.   Simply put, we are breaking beauty barriers as Tyra Banks would say and making strides [...]

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Stay Matte and Oil Free All Day Long

Stay Matte and Oil Free All Day Long

| January 31, 2012 | 0 Comments

If the glare of your nose blinds you as you walk out of your front door for work each morning, then perhaps you have an oil issue, or at the least combination skin.   By now, you should have heard that dabbing instead of wiping is better in controlling oil build up.   Fact ofthe matter is, [...]

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3 Terrible DIY Hair Treatments

3 Terrible DIY Hair Treatments

| January 19, 2012 | 0 Comments

Over the course of my hair journey I have made some pretty serious boo boos.  In the search for the perfect product combination, it is safe to say that I have turned over most stones.  So I am going to list out a few of my most disastrous attempts at DYI beauty treatments and why [...]

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Product Review: Sugar Wax from Purely Pleasures

Product Review: Sugar Wax from Purely Pleasures

| January 18, 2012 | 0 Comments

Due to a variety of factors I am SO behind on posting product reviews, so you will see a few from me a short period of time! The companies I have been working with are great. They are customer service-friendly and have been completely patient and understanding with my delay (bonus points!)   I love [...]

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Eccentric Products for the Conventional Woman

Eccentric Products for the Conventional Woman

| January 15, 2012 | 1 Comment

Are you trying to stretch your money until next payday?  Are you are tired of spending your hard earned cash on products that are overpriced or not readily available in your area?  Or, do you just want another alternative to your specialty products and cosmetics?  In either event, you don’t have to remain chained to [...]

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