THE HAIR STORY

I recently relaxed my hair. I'm totally in love with it and harbor no regrets.  My recent ah-ha hair moment was realizing the only way I "now" desired to wear my hair natural was in a fade.  I am extremely comfortable with really short hair.  After I shaved my head, I learned how to love another part of who I was: ALL OF ME!

What I know for sure...

I'm never afraid to cut my hair.
I will always have the desire to wear my fade.
My fade is my comfort zone.

Our hair is an extension of who we are. Our style. Our self love. Our outward expression of beauty is apart of what moves us to choose a particular style.  For me, it's very simple: Because I have learned to love me, I love who I am with or without the world's standard of "beautiful hair".

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I'd love to hear your "hair story" here on the blog!

xoxo

TaliahWaajid World Natural Hair Show Spring 2013 Social Circle #worldnaturalhairshow

Just in case you were under a rock and missed all my exciting social media updates from this weekend, I had the pleasure of working with Natural Hair Queen, Taliah Waajid at her 16th Annual World Natural Hair, Health and Beauty Show in Atlanta!

This was my 2nd year being on the team and I was excited! We did a live taping that aired both days of the show.  I'm not sure if you ever get comfortable in front of the camera, but let my producer, Ms. Erica tell it... I did a pretty good job! Shout out to the ENTIRE Social Circle camera crew and production team for a fun time. 

Me!  I think yellow is my new Spring & Summer color! What y'all think?

My new hair boo, Arkeedah @itsarkeedah

The lovely hair diva, Moniique @Naturally1908

Ms. all things natural, Chandra @TheSoNatutral

Arkeedah, our Social Circle Host, Actor/Comedian Bone Hampton and myself!

Taliah Waajid (center) and Monique, myself

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pics on InstaGram here!

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I'd love to hear from YOU! 

Let me know if you attended the show!

Event Recap: Black Hair In The Media Empowerment Panel

On March 26, 2013, Design Essentials hosted it's first partnership empowerment panel event with Spelman College in Atlanta, GA.  The focus was "Black Hair in the Media".  Every where you look, you can see different hair styles, textures, colors and lengths. If you're like me, you've probably wondered where the inspiration came from. If any at all. This is exactly the kind of information that was discussed on the panel.  Be sure to follow Design Essentials Natural to find out about the next panel event in your area!


In partnership with Spelman College, Design Essentials® Natural held Beauty Empowerment Panel focused on Black Hair in the Media on Mar. 26th.  Photo Credit: Shawn Dowdell Photography 

Co-moderated by Cyntelia Abrams of Design Essentials® and Nina Thompson, secretary of Coils and Curls Hair Care Association, the panel featured:

• Ebony Steele: Co-host of the Rickey Smiley Morning Show, dancer, philanthropist and cancer survivor
• Jamila Robinson: Digital Entertainment Editor for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution
• Kim Walker: Beauty journalist and lifestyle writer who has written for bothBET.com and Ebony.com
• Myleik Teele: Beauty enthusiast and founder of curlBox, an exclusive beauty box that delivers incredible hair care products to the doorsteps of curly girls across the country founder and CEO of curlBox
• Kiki Stephens: Natural hair blogger/vlogger, co-creator of the ever-popular natural hair blog Mahoganyknots.com
• Deshonica Kerrie: Professional hair stylist, Design Essentials® Master Educator,  and salon owner
• Linda Ripoll: Freelance beauty writer for Sister 2 Sister, JET and Juicy
• Tracey Gibson: Director of Marketing for Design Essentials®, oversees all branding and communication strategies for the company, as well as new product launches

Gibson hoped to see "greater acceptance among women, which will require greater diversity in media images."  Photo Credit: Shawn Dowdell Photography 

"More diversity among women of color- we don't have just one look," said Robinson. Photo Credit:  Spelman College 

"Black people don't celebrate one another enough," said Teele, (middle) adding that she founded her company to help women of color feel better about themselves and their hair; no matter their hairstyle preference. "It's Team Options NOT Team Natural, Weave or Relaxed!"  Photo Credit: Shawn Dowdell Photography

"This cartoonish representation of women going on in the media has got to stop!" said Ripoll. "I'd like to see more of the natural beauty of women celebrated, and less of the crazy, bodacious makeup, hair and overall look we see now." Photo Credit: Shawn Dowdell Photography

Information provided via Design Essentials Natural Press Release

 

Save on your next @CurlKit subscription by March 31! #curlkit #hair #natural

Curl Kit is a $20 monthly natural hair subscription that offers 7-9 samples, full size products and Curl Life Magazine for the curly, coily, kinky and textured natural hair diva.

Curl Kit launched in March 2012 by Heather Cummings to be an outlet to empower and support the Natural Hair Community. Along with products, you'll have access to some of the best hair tutorials and how-to videos and manuals. With the Curl Kit subscription you also have access to the Curl Shop where you can make a direct purchase of your favorite products from each kit.

Visit the site and connect

Curl Kit Blog

Curl Kit Bookstore

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Curl Life Magazine

About CurlKit 

CurlKit is a complete solution for women with natural hair of various textures that provides exclusive services, product samples, tutorials, videos, how to manuals and information to help lifelong naturals, as well as, women who are choosing a newly natural hair style. CurlKit had their premier launch in March 2012, opening Curlkit.com to customers in United States, Canada, Hawaii and the US Virgin Islands. In September 2012 they expanded their market to over 150 countries worldwide accomplishing one of their first year goals ahead of schedule.
For more information, visit: www.CurlKit.com

About Ms. Heather Cummings 

Heather Cummings is the founder and innovator behind CurlKit. Her journey began 10 years ago when Ms. Cummings had to struggle through the trials and tribulations inherent in the transition from processed hair to natural hair. It was during this journey that Ms. Cummings knew that she had to create a way to help others maneuver their way through their natural journey. Through her determination and innovative spirit, the idea behind CurlKit was created.

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2012 Fall World Natural Hair Show Next Month in Atlanta

It's time for the Fall World Natural Hair Show in Atlanta with the Queen of Natural, Curly, Coily Hair, Ms. Taliah Waajid! The Spring Show this past April was a hit! I enjoyed my time at the show as the Featured Blogger and while hosting the Blogger Social Circle along with Kenyada - All Tressed Up, Monique - Kinky Peaches, Maeling - Natural Chica, and Crystal of Naturally Happy Hair. 
I got the chance to get an exclusive interview with the beautiful singing Soul Sister, Chrisette Michele and interview guests and vendors at the show.

Next month, the Fall Show will take place October 6-7 at GICC in College Park. If you love and support the natural community and looking to get introduced to more brands, this event is definitely a must for you!  There are tons of established and new hair brands that you'll find and get to experience live events, fashion shows, exhibitors, workshops, natural hair seminars, celebrities and much more!  Get your tickets here.

2012 Spring Show Recap

RECAP: World Natural Hair Next Top Model Crowing Affair

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Shop The Aisle Blogger Style with @BabyShopa THIS SUNDAY!

South GA Naturalistas!

I want to see you THIS SUNDAY in Valdosta, GA at Wal-Mart!!! The lovely @BabyShopa will be hosting Shop The Aisle sharing your favoite natural hair brands like 4Naturals, Curl Max, Beautiful Textures and Eden Body Works just to name a few.

If you are transitioning or thinking about this event is for you!

Come on out and join the fun This Sunday from 1-3pm!

RSVP Here

CLOSED: [Day 6] FULL Hair Care Line Birthday Giveaway sponsored by @NothingButHair

Hello Beautifuls!

Discovering great products for your hair can be overwhelming. I know, because I'm still in discovery mode myself. But I can honestly say there is light after the wavering task of finding what works for you. 

Sofn'free has created a brand that may have what you need. Nothing But hair care is a very affordable line that offers products that are simple and true.  I had the chance to visit with the Nothing But Hair Care team in Atlanta at the World Natural Hair Show.  I learned that the line is formulated without many chemicals but not a All-Natural product.  

"To Sofn'free, Nothing But is the new gold standard in natural-hair products, providing performance and affordability like no other, and created without the ingredients that natural-hair enthusiasts have called into question."

Cleansing Conditioner - A co-wash that is so gentle, it leaves the curl pattern intact after cleansing.   16 oz, $8.99

Clarifying Shampoo - Gently cleans hair and the scalp without sulfates; ideal for use before deep conditioning.  12 fl oz, $7.99

Intense Healing Mask - Gives curls the ability to absorb moisture from all sides, balancing each strand's porosity. Ringlets and spirals become strong and resistant to breakage, even when combed.  16 oz, $10.99

Curly Pudding - Takes less to do more with this never-crunchy curly pudding that's just right for wash-and-wear locks and two-strand twists.  8.8 oz, $7.99

Curl Wake Up Spray - Created with virtually weightless natural shine boosters, it makes curls rise and shine, literally.   8 fl oz, $7.99

Curl Sealer - Adds shine and maintains moisture over a longer period. Helps hair lock in moisture and curliness.  8.8 oz, $7.99

Mold & Hold Wax - A non-flake formula that makes versatile styling of twists, locks and knots much easier.  It also keeps the scalp healthy.   8.8 oz, $7.99 

Nothing But Hair Care Prize Pack

Clarifying Shampoo

Curl Wake Up Spray

Cleansing Conditioner

Curl Searler

Intense Healing Mask

Mold & Hold Wax

Pudding for Curls

$60 Value

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JojOba Collection by EDEN BodyWorks

EDEN BodyWorks is committed to providing natural products that integrate wellness and beauty.  The products are inspired by nature and work to restore and maintain the original design our your hair and body.


There's NO alcohol, NO petroleum, NO mineral oils and NO sodium sulfates.

EDEN recently announced the launch of the JojOba Hair Care Collection.  The JojOba line consists of Shampoo, Conditioner, Deep Conditioner, Hair Milk and a Hair Oil. Prices range from $8.99 - $9.99.

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World Natural Hair Show | B Natural Apparel

We're all bold, beautiful and unique in our own way. There's no better way to express yourself than by making a statement with expressive gear and B Natural Apparel is a line that fits the category!

B. Natural Apparel was created by Joy Diggs in 2007 to promote natural beauty among women and instill pride in wearing our natural hair and the company is still going strong. 

If you're joining the World Natural Hair Show in Atlanta this weekend, be sure to stop by BOOTH #210 to show your support and check out the new Spring Line!

B Natural Apparel

Prices: $17-20

"fashionable clothing with positive words and 

images related to natural beauty"