A day with my hair

I have been wearing my hair in kinky twists for about a month or so and decided it was time to take them out. I cut the ends off and me and my lady began to unravel them one by one. I then hopped in the shower and slathered my hair with suave vanilla floral conditioner. I let that sit for a few minutes and then began to detangle. Section by section, starting from the ends first I worked through my hair.

When all of that was done I shampooed my hair with Creme of Nature shampoo, massaging it into my scalp. I rinsed very well making sure my scalp was very clean. I then added a little more suave conditioner to my hair and let it air dry for just a few minutes so that it was not dripping wet.

I noticed that there was some breakage so I decided to use my ApHogee 2step protein treatment. I made sure that it coated my hair completely while blow drying section by section. When it was all dry I then rinsed it out very well. I then applied Lekairs conditioner and let that sit overnight.

When I rinsed that conditioner out the next morning... It felt like Buttah Baby!! So soft and silky smooth. I wrapped it up and am currently getting ready for my next protective style... Stay tuned! There will be a tutorial!! :)

Mar ♥

Another style

This style I did a little while ago and am just now getting the chance to put it up. Same chick from before. What I did was I added 27 piece hair around the back and one side. I cut and layered it real nice. I then added longer pieces to the top and other side cut it in a kind of feathered style and curled it away from the face. I loved it!! It looked great in person, I wish I could have gotten more pics.

Enjoy!!

Inspired by- Rihanna

I wanted to do another look today. This time I thought that since I get tons of comments saying I look like Rhianna I might as well do a tutorial for one of her makeup looks. I always love Rhianna's makeup. Always flawless, creative, and fresh! I just might do a few more in the future.

Here's a pic of the look I recreated...

I absolutely LOVE it!! Its simple, yet bold. The red winged liner is FAB!! The soft brows and nude lips bring it all together.

Here's my recreation...

Without the lashes...

I still don't see it.. lol Maybe a slight resemblance... :P

Products Used

EYES

UDPP

Ricepaper e/s

Sushi Flower e/s

Saddle e/s

Rule e/s

Makeup Mania Red lip liner

Poste Haste e/s

Loreal linear intense liquid liner

Loreal HIP Kohl liner

Lashes from ebay

LIPS

Brave New Bronze l/s

FACE

Ben Nye Banana powder

La Femme blushes in Pink Velvet and Russet

MAC Shape powder in Lightsweep

I did not apply any foundation or concealor because of the heat and humidity. It is finally getting hot in my area! I dusted the Banana powder over my face and by the time I was finished applying the rest of my face I was shiny again. Next time I'll use MUFE HD powder to see how that hold up. My skin gets so greasy! 

The pics are not very clear because I used my nikon coolpix (old camera) to take them. I have to buy a new SD card for my Canon PowerShot (New!) because all of a sudden it wont read any of the others I already have.. Grrr.. So many technical difficulties! But everything will be up and running very soon. I have HUGE plans in store! 

Much Love!

Mar <333

Progress since the BC!!

I just took my lacewing off. Decided that it was time to let my hair breathe. I took out my braids and this is what my hair looked like. 

I believe that I had my hair in this protective style for about 1.5 months. I expected for there to be a lot of shedding when I detangled especially with my use of MegaTek. Here are a few length shots. Now mind you I chopped my hair down to about 3-4" in Feb. Its been 3 months since so I should have around 1.5"of new growth. Right?? Why dont you tell me.. 

Bangs

Sides

Nape

It looks to me like it has gained at least 2-3"! I am going to attribute that to my topical growth aid that I made and my vista. I actually stopped using my scalp cream about a week or so ago because of my work schedule I seemed to have forgotten it. I have kept consistent with my vista for the most part so its all good!

After the length check I then began to wash my hair. I wet it down then slathered it with suave coconut conditioner. I detangled it with a wide tooth comb in order to remove as much shead hair as I could. I got a large amount of shedding but not too much. Nothing to worry about. I then shampooed my hair with creme of nature twice to remove all the build up I had on my scalp and hair. Then I cowshed with suave coconut to soften the hair back up. I did not rinse it out. When I got out of the shower I smothered my hair with Lekairs cholesterol plus and motions conditioner. Left it on overnight. Since I am letting my hair breath I will be cowashing daily and wearing my hair in a simple protective style.

I have it in a ponytail at the moment when I do something to it I will post it here. I gotta do my lady's hair today also. Lets hope I don't forget. She needs a good cowash! Then I'm going to braid her up and throw on some knockers. Will twitpic!!

Mar

         

Fantasies in Fashion!

The hottest and the biggest fashion show to come to Buffalo, NY. Hosted at the Towne Ballroom!

Producers West Coast Club Life will bring Fantasies in Fashion: Buffalo’s first annual music, fashion and art expression to the city on May 29th, showcasing an enormous array of entertainment to guests.

West Coast Club Life’s theatrical delivery will thoughtfully arrange elements of well-known fashion designers from Southern California in a way that appeals to all senses and emotions.

Models will showcase the hottest clothing and swimwear while DJ’s collaborate to live orchestras’ stimulating thoughts and emotions. Guests will have the opportunity to take a break from the action and enjoy local artists and comedians. VIPs’ will have photo opportunities with models and designers while guests experience a red carpet event never to be forgotten. Community awareness for this event will be far and wide with portions of proceeds going to Literacy Volunteers of Buffalo and Erie County.

French fashion designer and entrepreneur Christian Audigier, will be showcasing his new line “Crystal Rock”.
In addition local designers will be present at the event. 

Doors open at 7 pm.
Tickets pre sale now at $15 until May 15th then regular price of $25

Attendees can purchase tickets in advance at www.westcoastclublife.com Tickets may be purchased at Town Ballroom box office, online through tickets.com, over the phone through tickets.com (1-888-223-6000), and at Tops Market locations.
http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?orgid=28487
Email: dave@westcoastclublife.com / carl@westcoastclublife.com

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Yours truly will be doing some of the makeup at this event. I am so excited!! If you are in the Buffalo area and/or will be attending the event give me a shout on Twitter or email me!! marand313@gmail.com