Natural and Free

by | Nov 6, 2010 | FBFF | 1 comment


It’s Friend Friday from Katy Rose of www.modlychic.blogspot.com www.modlychic.blogspot.com and we are discussing how natural are we and our we on this bandwagon. If you would like to see other bloggers posts please check her blog out.

1. The move to do away with soap, shampoo and deodorant has grown in popularity in the last year. What are your thoughts on this trend?In my opinion the “natural” trend has happened for the last two to three years.
When you say “natural” you really have to do some thorough research.
Brenda’s Organics

says that certified organic refers to agricultural products that have been grown and processed according to strict uniform standards, verified annually by independent state or private organization. Certification includes inspection of farm fields and processing facilities. Farm practices inspected include long term soil management, buffering between organic farms and any neighboring conventional farms, product labeling, and record keeping. Processing inspections include review of the facility’s cleaning and pest control methods, ingredient transportation and storage, and record keeping and audit control.
And one thing that I have found out is that certified organic does not mean that a product is 100% natural. All you have to do is look on the back of the product for the ingredients.  For example, Creme of Nature Lemongrass and Rosemary Leave-in Conditioner has certified natural ingredients in it but the product also contains Petrolatum and Lanolin.

WEN haircare

2. Be honest how often do you wash your own hair?
I wash my hair one to two times a week.  I have naturally curly hair and my hair would dry out if I washed my hair more than that. I do not wash my hair with shampoo every week.  I co wash using Wen Cleansing conditioner (my favs are Fig and lavender) or Hair One once a week and alternate with  Nexxus Shampoo and Conditioner or Ojon Tawaka cleanser and conditioner.
Here’s is a video from Chaz Dean and how to apply WEN.


3. Have you tried to go the more natural route by forgoing shampoo?What happened? Or would you be tempted to try it?
I am semi doing that now and actually my hair feels less stripped and I love it. I recently read in a magazine that you can use a cleansing conditioner but you need to make sure that you shampoo and/or clarify your hair the alternate week because you don’t want your hair to be too moisturized which is not a good thing because it can cause breakage and you want to make sure you get all the excess oil and product out of your hair. Some of these shampoos and conditioners are more expensive but they last a long time so it’s worth the money to me.

4. What products do you use and have you ever gone with more organic alternatives? I have switched 90% to natural products and it’s a great feeling.

Carol’s Daughter
Carol’s Daughter Mimosa Hair Honey- great moisturizer.

Marguerites magic for hair HSN.com

Carol’s Daughter Marguerite’s Magic- great moisturizer for hair.

Carol’s Daughter hair elixer- great for scalp massages.

Kiehl’s
Kiehl’s Argan oil w Eucalyptus- great for hair, face and body.

Kiehl’s Midnight Recovery Concentrate- smells good and feels great on the face and neck at bedtime.

100%Shea Butter- great for hair and body.

100% Unrefined coconut oil-great moisturizer for hair.

Ojon Reconstructor Ojon.com

Ojon Restorative Hair Treatment QVC.com

Ojon reconstructor- great deep conditioner and has helped my hair in regards to strength and elasticity. Awesome product.

Giovanni
Giovanni Moisturizing shampoo and conditioner- this duo makes my hair so soft.

Giovanni Leave in Conditioner

Bee Mine Moisturizer- great moisturizer.

Bee Mine Curly Custard- this product has aloe vera in it and it’s great for getting rid of the frizzes in my hair.

Savannah Bee Blackberry lotion

Olivia hand soap that can also is soft enough to use on the face.

Burt Bees
Burt Bees Peppermint Foot lotion

Burt Bees Avocado Hair Treatment

Jane Carter Nourish and Shine- For hair and body and smells simply delish.

Hairveda
Hydra Silica Hair Nourishing Tea mist

Hairveda CoCasta Shikakai oilHairveda

Avosoya with Vitamin E

Bare Ecentuals
Bare Ecentuals Rare Minerals extra firming neck cream

Bare Ecentuals Rare Minerals face cream

Bare Ecentuals Prime Time PrimerBare Escentuals makeup

SoapsDr. Bonner’s Castille and Lavender Soap

Trader Joe’s natural soap

TomsofMaine.com Natural Deodorant

Deodorant-Tom’s no scent natural deodorant- can’t do without deodorant. There’s no way I can do that. Kudos to people who can but with the way I sweat during workouts and just me being me I can’t do that.

Tarte Amazonian Clay 6 piece Passport to the Amazon/brushes

tarte Amazonian Clay 6pc Passport to the Amazon w/ brushes- This is an awesome kit and I really enjoy wearing it. If I am on the run this kit can be put on so fast.

5. What about that daily shower?Would you forgo that opting to shower three times a week instead?

I really am a bath person, and I only shower when I have to wash my hair.  I love great smelling bath products but I really have to look at the ingredients because so many times I see sodium laurel sulfate so I use Nubian Heritage bath and shower wash.

Going beyond the Norm: Wearing Sequins during the Daytime…

by | Nov 2, 2010 | Fashion | 3 comments

Me in my Sequin jacket

Me in my Sequined jacket

Back view of Jacket

I have had this beautiful silk sequined jacket for two years and was looking for a cool outfit to make me appear youthful and not matronly. Also, I plan on wearing it during the day. Yes, I am wearing this sequined jacket to church in broad daylight.

I hear stylist and designers say that sequins are not just for night-time gala, however I see very few people actually taking their advice. So I said I’m going to wear this jacket over a black blouse with some dark denim boot-cut jeans and some high heel ankle boots and to my delight it worked. I constantly received compliments from hubby, strangers and friends. I must say it felt a little out of sorts but that went a way quickly, I felt that I was stepping out of the norm and into a different realm. Most of the time when I see a sequined dress or separates on women they tend to wear them from head to toe and I didn’t want to do that. I wanted a laid back look but dressed up at the same time.

Tips to wearing a sequined garment

  • Make sure your jewelry is simple, hoop earrings are great for a look like this because the sequined jacket is the attention getter so there’s no need to have lots of jewelry competing with that jacket.
  • Have only one sequined piece of apparel on because too many sequins can make you look dated and like you’re trying to hard. I must say that I have a black sequined dress and it’s fierce however I keep my shoes and jewelry simple.  If you have separate sequined garments try to only wear one piece during the daytime paired with a neutral.
  • Wear your hair simple: ponytail, chignon, braided. Such a cool look.
  • If you’re wearing pants or jeans make sure the heel is at least 2 inches (I love extra height) however, patent leather flats will work as well.

So if you have a sequined garment step out and try to wear it during the day.

TEN Random facts about me

by | Oct 30, 2010 | FBFF | 3 comments

1. I love being active in my church, so fulfilling. I recently started being involved in productions at church and it’s been a lot of work but a lot of fun. Just finished the last program for this year and ready to see what’s next.

2.I love to laugh and sing to the top of my lungs around the house (only for my hubby and doggies), working on playing the piano where I could play effortlessly. I listen to all kinds of music from classical to hip hop.
My favorite singer is Sade and my favorite band is Duran Duran.

3. I love perfume. I really don’t have a signature scent but some of my favorites: Lucky 6, JaDore, Vintage Soul Curve and Sunflowers.

j adore at Sephora.com

4. I love the outdoors, nature, love hiking, love to dance.

5. I love Italian food and sweet delicacies on occasion.

6. I work out like a fiend and love how it gives me that adrenaline rush.

7. I love to play games on the computer, tennis on the Wii, Dance Wii.

8. I love black and white movies and 19th century movies such as Sense and Sensibility and Pride and Prejudice. What did you say Mr. Willoughby?

9. I love to garden, I started when I was in grad school and haven’t stopped since. I am not a master gardner but I can plant some pretty nice lantana’s and morning glories.

10. I love Christmas, it’s my favorite season. My mother loved to decorate and my Grandmother had no less than three trees in different rooms of her home.

One more added for good measure
I have to say I simply enjoy wearing purses and accessories. These items can make last years outfit look prime time.

Shearling is oh so hot!

by | Oct 29, 2010 | Fashion | 0 comments

Rag and Bone at ShopStyle

Shearling is so hot right now but I must admit I have always loved it. What I love even more is that you don’t have to purchase the real thing you can purchase faux shearling. Faux shearling is animal friendly, not heavy and not as expensive as it’s real counterpart. I have a faux shearling coat that is machine washable and I love it. If you don’t have anything shearling it’s about time to go shopping.

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