Regimen Revamped

We already know Relaxed hair alone needs plenty of moisture and protein when needed to keep it balanced..My hair being double processed now needs even more MOISTURE and PROTEIN IS A MUST...


My regimen is basically staying the same...I trying to still keep it as simple as possible
Moisturize and Seal 2x daily ( Morning and Night)
Clean Hair Weekly with Hair One
Deep Condition 2x a week ( Protein on Sat. and Moisture mid week)
1x a week I will follow up one of my deep conditioning treatments with Roux Porosity Conditioner
for 30secs
Co wash as needed after my workouts
Follow up all washes and co washes with CHI KERATIN MIST (protein)
Airdry always



Relax every 3-4 months
Retouch color 3-4 weeks following my relaxer
Trim every relaxer

K.I.S.S. Presents...PhillyDiva's Protective Styling Challenge

Well I'm A Red Head

No Product

With Product

Just Foolin Around

The Hubby and I snuck to the movies while the kids were at school....We just had lunch and now we are chillin at Starbucks....We are approaching our 7 year anniversary and I swear it feels like we are honeymooners....Things have only been getting better with time...

 

Anyways here are a couple of pics of us fooling around at Starbucks

Argan Oil

I just had to share this.....I have been using the One 'n Only Argan Oil Treatment from Sally Beauty Supply and I love it....I use it to prepoo, to seal and air dry....

I love this stuff so much I'm going to order Pure Moroccan....I can only imagine how good the pure stuff is...

Ingredients:

Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethiconol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Fragrance (Parfum), Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Yellow 11 (CI 47000), Red 17 (CI 26100)


Usage Tips:

Styling and Finishing: Distribute a small amount of oil evenly through clean, towel-dried hair; use heat to style. Distribute a small amount through dry hair to moisturize, reduce frizz and add instant shine. Smoothing and Conditioning: Smoothes the hair instantly, leaving it revitalized with a healthy look and feel. Hydrates, protects, revives and detangles natural hair, wigs and extensions. Color/Chemical Process: Prior to treatment massage a small amount of oil evenly into hair. Do not rinse. Then mix approximately 1/4 teaspoon of oil with the color, highlighting, straightening or relaxer solution and process as usual. One 'n Only Argan Oil increases absorption of product into hair for enhanced shine and depth of color.


Apply a small amount through damp hair after shampooing. Style as usual. For Protection: apply a small amount to dry hair.

They Claim:

•Premium finishing, smoothing and conditioning product


•Non-greasy, alcohol-free formula

•Instantly absorbs into the hair

•Creates brilliant shine without leaving an oil residue

•Reduces drying time and speeds up styling time

•Smoothes cuticle for silky, conditioned and healthy looking hair

•Eliminates frizz and leaves hair more manageable

•Helps protect against damage caused by the environment or heat styling

•Mix with color/chemical processes for enhanced results and added depth to color

•For all hair types

•UV protection

•Compare to Moroccan Oil

One of the world's rarest oils, argan oil is derived from the Moroccan argan tree. Rich in essential fatty acids, Omega 6 and Vitamin E, it is valued for its ability to regenerate and nourish dry and damaged hair.
One 'n Only Argan Oil is a non-greasy, alcohol-free formula that is instantly absorbed into the hair, creating brilliant shine without leaving an oily residue. Smoothes cuticle for the silky, conditioned and healthy looking hair. This precious oil helps protect against damage caused by the environment, chemicals, or excessive heat from stylers, and provides long-term conditioning while reducing frizz, split ends and breakage. Ideal for all hair types, One 'n Only Argan Oil is a premium styling finishing, smoothing and conditioning product that produces consistently silky smooth results.

No Heat Style Part II Braid Out

No Heat Style Part I Bantu Knots

Thanks For Sharing Where To Save On The CHI...

Today I stopped at TJmaxx to find these cheaper prices all of you brag about....I was able to pick up CHI Keratin Mist for $7.99 , the CHI Infra Treatment for $7.99 , and Giovanni direct leave in conditioner $ 4.99

I'm excited to try the Giovanni Direct Leave In tonight ....So I will do a review tomorrow....I won't be trying the CHI Infra Treatment next time I flat iron in a couple of weeks...

Only thing is they didn't have the CHI Silk Infusion....

***I chickened out on trying the Giovanni tonight *** Maybe next time

Dream Killers

Kanye West‎ said it best " Dream Killer " ....

Yes Dream Killers...Some people call them haters ..But Dream Killers is the best name I've heard yet...Dream Killers hate to see you hope and dream of more...They hate to see you happy or feeling good about yourself....

You have Dream Killers everywhere....Anything positive and that person has something negative to say about it...The better you do...The more they don't like you...

Dream Killer's come in the form of people we call friends , co workers and family...But with the internet ...Dream Killers are worse...My heart still goes out to the young girl that got talked into suicide over the internet by that older women...Internet takes dream killers to the next level...

Don't believe ...Go check out Fotki,  or some peoples pages on different sites any site..Next take a look at some of the different comments....And what will you find ....At least 1 Dream Killer...Internet makes it worse because they can hide behind Anonymous or alias titles so other people won't see them for the ugly that they are..

Yes ugliness...Who gets off on leaving comments with the intent of hurting someone...Yep ....Thats a Dream Killer...Older people always say...Misery loves company....People that try to cause hurt and misery to others are hurt and mirserable themselves...

Take myself...Do you think I would have this blog ?? My site ?? If I cared about comments from Dream Killers..Do you think the other ladies doing there thing.... Really care ??? No....Because we don't let Dream Killers kill our dreams..

I talked to a young lady today that is leaving all hair sites because of dream killers leaving horrible comments on her page on another hair site ( I won't mention the name of)....I say again Sis...Don't let dream killers destroy your dreams..Or let them run you out of a place you love to socialize...

The Confrontation

Hair Scarfs

I went to Target today to purchase a small waste basket and saw that the scarfs were 50% off....YES because it is raining and I need some new scarfs to update my closet..They had some really cute ones...I plan on wearing my scarfs out and in the house during bad weather and some of the time at home so that the heater doesn't dry out my hair

Here is a pic of the one I'm wearing today..

The look isn't my style at all....Hahahhaha...But I got a lot of compliements about how pretty my scarf was...Go figure...I HAVE to flat iron in a couple of weeks...So I plan on pampering my hair till then..

I found a couple of videos on how to wear them

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wso-IGwjVOw&feature=relatedhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wso-IGwjVOw&feature=related

Ugghhh....Its Cold !!!

Well some of you would not consider this cold.....But I am freezing...I hate the cold...I honestly don't think I could move from So. Cali.....Unless it was desert or something..hahahahaha...

I didn't go to the gym yesterday because it was so cold I didn't even want to leave the house...I did make myself go grocery shopping at Costco's ...Thats about it....I'm about to drop the last set of kids at school and make it to the gym...

The Hubby is home so we plan to go running at the track ...Then do our weight training at the gym....We try to switch it up often....

Right now the thought of cleaning my hair makes me cringe....The thought of airdrying makes me cringe even more...Its too cold for my blood....But my scalp is begging to breathe ...So I will use my Hair One ...Deep Condition....Then dry under hooded dryer...

HOW DO YOU LADIES DO IT THAT LIVE IN COLDER AREAS ???

Combed Out Braid-Out

I had to go to reheresal today...So I thought I would have some fun with my hair....I have really been enjoying my hair and I so happy with it right now..

What I did was airdried in a bun...Then did a braid out on 90% dried hair...Two french braids on the side and one in the middle (3 braids total)...Next morning styled my bangs ...Un-braided each section then softly combed through...Giving my hair a big look....

Anyways heres the look

Tip Of The Day

Alot of you ask me questions about household tips...Because you know I have a basketball team living in my house...Hahahahaha...Yet my house stays clean...Everyone has responsibilities ..

Here is a tip that is a must in my house..

Eucalyptus Oil

( Always keep a few bottles of this)

Clean and freshen your laundry by adding 1-2 teaspoonfuls of Eucalyptus Oil to each load of wash. Clothes are left smelling super fresh..Removes odors completely from mildew clothes and towels, Musty Clothes ( Those work out clothes or football jersey , PE Clothes that just holds on to musty smells....Eucalyptus oil takes it right out...Just add 1-2 teaspoons)

Had to add it makes your towels super soft

To remove stains, grass, grease, ink etc ..Soak with diluted eucalyptus about 1 hour before washing.

 You can quickly remove Chewing Gum, paint, oil, grease,  ink marks from clothes shoes using the pure oil.
 
Add 1-2 teaspoons into your carpet shampooer and it does all the above for your carpet as well...
 
( Kids get stuffy add a few drops into their humidier...Opens up their nose and chest right away)

Winters 10 Commandments

Winter Tips....

1. Deep Condition 1x a week
2. Moisturize , Moisturize
3. Keep hair covered at home ..Heaters will dry out hair
4. Keep a small humidifier next to bed for moisture
5. Use a good leave in conditioner
6. Line hats with Satin to prevent breakage
7. Protect hair from scarves and wool jackets
8. Use Thicker moisturizers and sealents
9. ( Temp. Drops) Do not go outside with hair wet....Wet hair can freeze , causing breakage as a result.
10. Hide your hair from damaging winds and snow
    
    

I'm getting my list together for the winter....

Avocado Butter ( All of you know I loved Shea Butter ..So now I want to try Avocado )
Avocado Oil
Switching back to Nexxus Leave in
Cute Satin Scarfs

As you can see my list is small...But thats the best part of living in So. Cali...Not like Im preparing for snow

A Towel For The Hair...

The Turbie Twist is the original super absorbent twist and loop hair twoel. It's unique twist and loop system makes it the hair towel that stays in place. The Turbie Twiest features a unique tapered design which allows for a perfect fit for all head sizes. The Turbie Twist is made from 100% cotton velour and is functional, comfortable and lightweight.

•100% cotton velour

•One size fits all

•Twist and loop system

•Lightweight

•Machine washable

•Assorted colors :green, yellow, blue, white, purple, pink and berry

The Turbie Twist is the original super absorbent twist and loop hair twoel. It's unique twist and loop system makes it the hair towel that stays in place. The Turbie Twiest features a unique tapered design which allows for a perfect fit for all head sizes. The Turbie Twist is made from 100% cotton velour and is functional, comfortable and lightweight.

This towel is really soft....I can't say it dried my hair any faster...But it was really convenient ...I bought 2 ..A pink one and a blue one

( The T-shirt method was a joke ...I have too much hair for that crap)

CHI Products Review....

I'm about to jump in the shower..And thoroughly rinse my hair and scalp..I'm going to apply Burt Bee's Avocado Pre Shampoo Treatment to my hair and cover with scarf....After my work out in the morning I will rinse out and co wash....Bee's Avocado is just what my hair needs following a flat iron.....Give my hair some love and rest before I flat iron this weekend...

Hair Tutorial Gone Wrong

My Stretch Ended Today

I relaxed today...Using Silk Elements Mega Silk Regular Lye Relaxer again.....I LOVED THE RESULTS..Just like before..

Last time I didn't relax bone straight...But this time I did...I had to go back over the hair from the last time ( corrective relaxer) to relax it straighter...My hair turned out extremely straight..Silk Elements truly gave me silky results...

I am enjoying and loving my relaxed hair right now...

I will have to post real pics this weekend.....I took this one on my cell while I was out running errands....I was dragging today...If you look u can see the puff puff eyes

Just Looking Back....Pic Heavy !!!!

Nov. 07 The Beginning Of my Journey

Dec.07

Jan 08/Mar 08

Mar/Apr 08

Mar/Apr 08

Comparison Shot around that time

June 09

Sept 08...WL IN LESS THAN A YEAR !!!!

I still look back and can't believe how just a few things like deep conditioning , protective styling & airdrying can do...

Last two progress comparison shots this year...

( What I notice most in this pics is I see muscles in my arms..Yay!!!)

I just happened to go through my old photos and was amazed....I've come such a long way...Sometimes you need to go backwards to appreciate where you are at...If you haven't taken the time to join K.I.S.S.

Check it out....Without all the support..I would not have been able to do it !!!!