My Top 5 Blushes Swatches

Here are the swatches for my top 5 favorite blushes. If you haven't already seen the video, be sure to watch it because give advice on what colors work best for certain skin tones.

1st Impressions of the Perfect Results Curl and Twist Definer

I dare you to try saying the name of this product 3 times really fast. Go!



I picked this product up the other day at my local beauty supply store for $8.99. Don't you just love it when hair products cost $10 and less :) So far I'm really in love with this product and I think I may have found the PERFECT STYLER!

 

What's great about this product:

-It's only $8.99

-Doesn't flake

-Has a nice hold but my hair remains soft after it dries

-Defines curls immediately and you don't need a lot

-The scent is light

-And it does what it says...Winner!!!

 

The consistency of this product is thick and a mix between a gel and a pudding. So far I've only used it for my twist outs and I LOVE how they have turned out. I imagine if I were to use this for my wash n go I would only be able to get one day out of it (them curls would be on point though lol) because the hold is medium.

 

Josephine Baker/ Flapper Girl Look

Products Used:

Brows:

-Glue Stick

-Mehron Tattoo Cover Wheel

-Milani Face Powder

Face:

-Ben Nye Banana Powder

-Maybelline Dream Liquid Mousse (dark 2)

-Black Opal True Color Creme to Powder Foundation (rich caramel)

-Iman Blotting Powder (medium)

-Ben Nye Cream Foundation

-MAC Blunt Blush

-MAC Darkly My Dear Blush

Eyes:

-88 Neutral Palette from Coastal Scents

-NYX Jumbo Pencil (black bean)

-Ben Nye Eyeliner Pencil (black)

-Salon Perfect Demi Wispies Lashes

 

Props:

-Feather/Flower Clip (Party City)

-Cigarette Holder (Party City)

-Dress and shoes (Target)

-Pearl earrings and necklace (mom's closet)

Watch the Transformation Product List

 

Hair:

-Koils by Nature Heavenly Delight Hair and Body Butter

Face:

-Mehron Celebre HD Pro Foundation (Dark 1)

-Black Opal Stick Foundation (Truly Topaz)

-Ben Nye Banana Powder

-MAC Blunt Blush

-MAC Sweet As Cocoa Blush

Eyes:

-Ben Nye Eyeliner (Brown Black )

-MAC Corduroy Eyeshadow (as used on brows)

-CoverGirl Lash Blast

Lips:

-NYX Lipgloss ( Red Tint)

-Revlon Matte Lipstick (Stormy Pink)

 

In case you missed it, here's the video on how I did my hair:

When I Was a Transitioner....

WARNING!!!!

THE PICTURES YOU ARE ABOUT TO SEE ARE EXTREMELY EMBARRASSING

SO YOU BETTA NOT JUDGE OR LAUGH! jk 

Here are some pictures from when I transitioned back in 2008. I transitioned for 9 months and big chopped December 2008. I'm not gonna lie, transitioning was rough for me. It was difficult because I made the mistake of cutting my hair too short one day which I had never experience. That's not to say, that if you have short hair you can't transition, like with any length of hair you just have to know what options are out there for you as far as styling goes. During my transition period, I wore wash n gos (before the cut), ponytails, and baseball hats. Looking back I wish I would have done more styles like braids, braidouts, and roller sets.

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So to wrap this post up, if you are currently transitioning or thinking about starting I suggest you do some research on different styles, especially protective styles, so you will feel better about yourself and you won't have to stress out as much about your hair.

***The last picture shows  where i cut all the relaxed hair off while transitioning. I was anxious to see my natural hair****

New Hair Color!!!!

Someone requested that I post some pictures of my new hair color on here. So here are some pictures I have taken since getting it done. I tried to get them from all angles and lighting so you could see the color. Enjoy!

 

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Info on the Salon:

I got my hair done by Sparkyl at the Lather Lounge.

2902 B. Hillsborough Rd., Durham, NC.

(919) 477-3331

 

The Lather Lounge website:
http://thelather.com/

 

Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Lather-Lounge-Hair-Studios/133088150613

 

A Mane Event!!!

 

Here's another great natural hair event for you all looking to be inspired, learn, and meet other naturals. On August 12, 2012 Mane Angels is hosting this wonderful event featuring Master Stylist & Artistic Director Samantha Huntley of Bronner Brothers, Ebbie, and me!

 

Get your tickets now so you can get a SWAG BAG :)

Tickets can be purchased here:

http://amaneevent.eventbrite.com/

 

Here's the Facebook event page:

https://www.facebook.com/events/388256871232469/permalink/388256874565802/