Do You LOVE Coconut Oil?

      Everyday I find myself falling more in love with Coconut oil and it's many uses! It's so moisturizing and so helpful with my everyday needs. After I wash my hair, I mix it with my leave-in conditioner (among other oils) to do twists so my twist outs are fully moisturized and not greasy, I mix it with my lotion to make my skin silky, I even apply it by itself to moisturize. I suggest you use  "extra virgin" coconut oil just because you want the most benefits and the more commercial the oil, the less beneficial the product.

     Just to throw out a handful of uses:

• Eye makeup remover
• lightens age spots
• To prevent stretch marks 
• put a small amount over your hair for frizz
• athletes foot 
• Deep conditioner
• Hot Oil Treatment

What Do YOU use coconut oil for? I would love new tips!

                                                                        Stay Blessed,

                 Alexis 

Should You Invest in a Hair Steamer?

     Throughout the natural community there is much rave about the use of hair steamers. Hair steamers are said to have HUGE benefits for curly hair, especially afro textured. Steamers use water to moisturize the hair without making it feel damp. Many people with dry scalps or just naturally dry textured hair seem to have great benefits from using it regularly. This is simply because steamers add "moist heat" to hair instead of dry heat.

       

      Through different blogs and consumer reviews I have come up with a list of a few pros and cons to buying a hair steamer. Hopefully it can help you in the search to "the perfect hair". 

Table Top Steamer

• Pros: 

1. Adds moisture to dry hair.
2. Many say it leaves hair soft and shiny.
3. More volume, especially with people who previously experienced fine hair.
4. Helps the effectiveness of light, water-based conditioners.
5. Overall healthier, stronger hair.
6. Some can also be used as a face steamer.

• Cons:

1. Steamers tend to be very pricey. Ranging from around $36 to $120 depending on the brand, type, and quality.
2. Some consumers didn't experience a change at all.
3. Some consumers liked the idea but didn't feel it made a big enough difference in their hair to incorporate it into their daily styling regimen. 
4. The standing steamers are bulky and aren't a good investment if you're tight on space.

    Throughout my research I couldn't help but notice the reoccurring complaints about how faulty they could be at times. One person complained about how the steam began to escape the dome before it reached her hair. Others complained about the steam not working after just

a handful of uses.

    

   Overall, this product seems like a hit or miss with hair. There are many people who swear by it and couldn't imagine living without it. Others didn't experience a change in their hair or wasn't impressed. This doesn't make me afraid to try this product, I would love to invest in one. This is just like any other product. With products there are people who LOVE them while others don't. It's all about YOU. Give it a try! Go to a salon who uses them and test them out or take the jump and buy one. This could be your new fav staple in your regimen. If it doesn't work, don't be discouraged. There's plenty of other products in the sea......or target. Lol

Stay Blessed, 

           Alexis Mayes

Should You Transition to NATURAL HAIR???

     So, since the last time I've posted (2011) many things have changed. One being I've successfully transitioned to natural hair and big chopped in August 2012. Over the past few years "going natural" has become a huge trend. From TV to hair products to the new "look", natural hair has taken over. With this there have been many people successfully and unsuccessfully transitioning or just going straight for the big chop. Many people are unsure of the reasons that they decided to stop processing their hair whether it be because of the trend or because of their own personal choice.

     

      Surprisingly I'm not a "natural hair Nazi" as many people are referred to. I think all hair is beautiful, processed and unprocessed. I think it is truly about what the individual loves. If someone big chops for the wrong reason and isn't comfortable with their hair, it will show. The public will love whatever your confidence persuades them to love. It doesn't matter if you have purple hair, if you are confident, people will love it.

      Natural hair comes with a big responsibility. Not just because alot of people only use "homemade" products it's because it's your NATURAL hair. Every one's hair is different and it takes time, money, and much effort to find out what works for your hair. 

I feel the most important conclusion you need to make before you transition is, one, are you ready for the responsibility, and two, are you making the choice because of your own opinion or someone else's.

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                  Hollahhh,

                  Lexi

New Year, New Me?

Happy New Year! Welcome 2014 and along with that being said New Year, New Me!!....no? Yeah I figured that saying was a bit played out. Anyhow, this past year has been amazing. I have learned so much about myself and came to the conclusion that I'm just not very content with my life. Long story short I'm taking the initiative to figure out what path I should be on in life. I feel like i'm in the middle of a severe mid-life crisis but i'm 19! I think getting this blog back up and running will be a well needed accomplishment and will better me on the road to..recovery?......let's go with self improvement.

                                                                                               Hollahhh,

                                                                                                                Lexi

Miguel "All I Want Is You" album review coming really soon!!!!

  Yay! So excited to announce that today I went to Target and got Miguel's Album! It was $9.99 and I can't wait to listen to all the songs. Check back soon because there's gonna be a review. Oh and I tagged him in a tweet saying I got the album so hopefully he retweets or comments lol.
                                                                                                                           -Alexis

Cheetah Nails!!!!! lol

Cheetah Nails!!!!! lol on Twitpic
I tried to paint my nails cheetah print for the first time, i think it turned out preety well lol

Nicki Minaj Pink Friday Review!

So I recently just heard Nicki Minaj's new album and I have to say....I love it. I will admit, some of the songs had to grow on me but that's common with a lot of albums.Luckily, the songs on the album are just as good as the singles unlike some albums. It's not too many featured artists on there but the ones that are sound really good. I really like how all the songs sound different. The songs I can't stop listening to have to be ,im the best, save me, moment 4 life, Romans revenge, blazin, last chance, and fly...pretty much all of them now that I think about it lol I remember when she first started out rapping she had a lot of haters...well a lot more lol, and no one believed she would last and look were she is now; and you know she had to be good to be on Young Money! I'm really excited for her now that she's really made it and I can tell she's gonna be around for a while.
                                                                                                             - Alexis

Rihanna's new album loud

 Hey everyone, so I recently heard some songs off Rihanna's new album and I have to say I really like it. I still love her last album Rated R and alot of times its hard to top a good album like that but she showed its possible. Truthfully I haven't heard every song of the album but from what I've heard I've got to go buy it! lol A few of them I can't stop listening to have to be cheers, complicated, raining men, man down, california king bed, and love the way you lie part 2. She really has some deep emotional songs on there as well as some great fast songs. Califonia king bed was a really sad song about a bad relationship and love the way you lie part 2 was really good too. While I'm buying albums I really need to pick up Nikki Minaj's new album Pink Friday I heard its preety good too!

                                                                                                             - Alexis

The New High School Sophomore! lol

Hey Everyone! So on August 12th, I started my sophomore year of high school. I was really excited(more about seeing my friends lol). It was so great to see my friends, meet new teachers, and just get a whole new look at the school. It is so amazing to me how easy it is to spot a freshman! (no offence to any freshiess lol) They look so young and you can tell most of them are still growing so it looks kinda awkward lol. Even though I can't talk most people think I'm 12 lol. I remember this lady at a wedding came up to me when i was fourteen, she said "wow, you've gotten so big, how old are you 11!) Now usually, I try to hide when I have an attitude, but this one I couldn't control lol. I'm standing there like "no! I'm fourteen" and my moms looking like "oh my goodness, did she really just say 11?!" Well, so far this school year has been going good for me. Trying to really keep my grades up!(even though chemistry is killing me lol) I really want to do more this year. Last year I was in the fashion show, a musical, I played soccer, and I was in the group called young ladies of elegance, but I didn't really have time because it was all year and there were other things I wanted to do. So enough of me talking and talking lol. How was your first day of school? Did anyone just start middle school, high school, or college!?

L'Oréal Go °360 Clean Review!

     So today I wanted to do a review on the Go 360 Clean face wash by L'Oreal. I picked it up at Walgreen's a while back for about $7. (I bought the one for sensitive skin.) I was really excited when I bought this but now that I've tried it a few times I'm kinda let down. I love the whole idea of the little scrublet, that's really what made me buy it, but, it was way to harsh for my skin. It worked great the first day maybe even the second day but after a few uses it feels like its just scraping at my skin . The sad thing is the scrublet for me is way too harsh for everyday use but not rough enough to use as an exfoliator. So I guess its another wasted product on my shelf. I do have to say though this is a good face wash when your face is kinda in between meaning you might need to exfoliate your face a little bit but not really. I would only recommend this product for people without sensitive skin, maybe it will work better for you.

The True Blood Frenzy!!

Is everyone in the world addicted to True Blood?! People everywhere are watching it from your next door neighbor to Snoop Dogg. Every time I turn around I hear "you know true blood comes on this Sunday", "Can you believed what happened in True Blood last week!". I have to admit though, I do watch True Blood every weekend. It's like every time you think that it can't get any crazier they throw in another twist! lol As of right now I can't pick a favorite character, Sookie's always in danger!, Bill's always in drama!, Sam has family issues, Eric is a liar, and Tara's just a mess! lol But if anyone, I'm leaning more towards the new werewolf guy Alcide I'm just not sure if I can trust him yet.

-Alexis

Fashion Pick Of The Day

I don't know why but I really think a bright bag pulls together a neutral outfit, to me it just makes since. lol

Other info:
Who: Jac Jagaciak, model

What: Offset an outfit’s light neutral tones with a primary-color bag.

Wear: Topshop jacket, Zara dress, Chanel bag


Photo: Elizabeth Lippman

Sephora Product Review!

Hey everybody, so today I wanted to do a review on an eye primer pot by Sephora.
Personally, I was amazed that it was only $8 at Sephora, but it's only the size of a lip balm.
Pros: This product blends with any skin tone and makes your eyeshadow last alot longer.
Cons: The primer feels like molding clay and you have to constantly rub your finger so it will melt and be able to work with.
At first I really didn't like this product as much as I thought I would but, I did notice that over time the product becomes easier to use and not as tough. Although this product takes some patience to deal with, I would recommend it, but if your willing to shove out another $10 then you should try the urban decay primar. Personally I've never tried it but I've heard a ton of great reviews.

- Alexis

Reality T.V.!

How do you feel about reality t.v.? Personally, I find it truly addicting. It's like, some shows are so dumb and you think "why do I waste my time", but on the other hand you can't wait to watch the new episode. As of right now the reality shows I find myself drawn to have to be " Jersey Shore " and " The Bad Girls Club ". Sadly, both of them don't start a new season until a few weeks so I'm just trying to feel the time with other shows like " You're Cut Off " and " True Life ". So I would like to hear what shows you love or if you can't stand the whole reality "takeover" all together.

- Alexis