Growing Long Hair the Healthy Way
I've always loved those huge braided chignon hairstyles worn by celebrities to red carpet events and brides and other dressed up women; In my opinion it is one of the most classic and elegant hairstyles ever! However the larger version does not seem appropriate for everyday so I did a more casual version and I really love the way it turned out! httpv://youtu.be/uS76q2Vmvzc I actually wrapped a hair extension around my ponytail (about 1/4 of … [Read more...]
I think throughout the L4LPSC I've proven that cute protective styles do exist. You do not have to resort to the same ole bun everyday or rely solely on extensions and wigs (unless you want to, of course). If you want dressier 'dos or to break out of your styling repertoire here are my favorites from our three month challenge: httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AoX13CAJsa4 As mentioned in the video, I created tutorials for each of these … [Read more...]
I was visiting family over the weekend (this post is late) so my wash day was at their house. I love that so many of my friends and family have been taking my recommendations of hair practices and products, one because they have products that are hair friendly when I visit! So, I didn't have to pack an arsenal of stuff and basically followed my normal regimen: (1) Prepoo'd with heated EVCO (2) shampooed with sulfate free shampoo [Organix … [Read more...]
I'm calling today's protective style a french braid pompadour 'do. Nothing special, just a different take on my regular french braid hairstyle which has quickly become my go-to protective style. I think I prefer the french braid over buns (for now anyway) because your hair doesn't have to be particularly sleek, flat, or straight to rock it well. You don't have to be an expert braider - a loose french braid looks just as fabulous as a … [Read more...]
After wearing Friday's Beyonce Inspired Updo, I removed the pins and did my normal moisturize and seal routine used when I wear protective hairstyles, covered with a scarf and went to bed. The next morning my hair still had lots of curl left to it so I decided to preserve the look with a quick banana clip updo. All you'll need is one large banana clip and a few hair pins - easy as pie! httpv://youtu.be/z-MfGs18_qg I have never been able to … [Read more...]
Remember I said I wouldn’t be going two weeks without washing my hair again? Well…see what had happened was…the water heater in my apartment broke last weekend! I was in the shower when all of a sudden it turned icy cold making my teeth chatter! So needless to say jumping in and out to wash my hair was out of the question. So I rocked a sloppy bun all week because I don’t know about you but once the window of time I have blocked … [Read more...]
After posting the tutorial for my braided crown hairstyle, many of you tried it and let me know the braid didn't work for you. Blogger friend Jen of Comme Coco said her mother tried several times to recreate it but was unsuccessful. As this month's mini-challenge is the best twisted protective style, I thought it would be awesome to recreate the same style, this time with a jumbo twist! I absolutely love the result, possibly even more than … [Read more...]
After posting my hair of the day a few weeks ago which was inspired by Tracee Ellis Ross, two of my good friends asked for tutorials. Although I know I'm not able to explain how to cornrow very well, I happily obliged and created a Goddess Braids Tutorial for you. httpv://youtu.be/BB94ras-o6w I know I've already explained how much I love this style, but lemme just say it again - I LOVE THIS STYLE! I am able to wear it for a few days without … [Read more...]
