Dark and Lovely Au Naturale Anti-Breakage Collection

Dark and Lovely is excited to introduce its breakthrough Au Naturale Anti-Breakage collection. Whether your hair type is curly, wavy, kinky or coiled, these unique recipes address every curly girl's treatment and styling needs. 

Featuring an exclusive anti-breakage recipe of honey and Guarana Root, this natural hair line helps strengthen strands to grow up to 4 inches yearly. The line includes no drying alcohol, no mineral oil, no petroleum, and no parabens

"For women of color, hair length is a badge of honor but a frustration to achieve as damaged hair challenges its growth and breakage threatens her ability to proudly shine," said Mezei Jefferson, Senior Manager of Education, SoftSheen-Carson. "We're excited to introduce this innovative care system formulated to revitalize and nourish distressed strands, help strengthen the hair's fiber, and ultimately help hair grow."

Comprised of four exclusive products, the Dark and Lovely Au Naturale Anti-Breakage treatment line includes the following, all priced at $10:
Au Naturale Anti-Breakage Root-To-Tip Mender - Helps prevent split-ends before they start and leaves ends resilient, healthy and strong. 
Au Naturale Anti-Breakage Tension Release Wash - Soothes dry scalp and hair while rebuilding hair elasticity.
Au Naturale Anti-Breakage Strength Restoring Conditioner - Replenishes hair with necessary nutrients to stimulate hair growth.
Au Naturale Anti-Breakage Super Softening Hair Butter - Moisturizes and reconstructs damaged hair for a supple, shiny finish.
The Dark and Lovely Au Naturale Anti-Breakage collection is now available in drug and beauty supply stores nationwide. I just received the products and I'm so excited to try it out! 

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Nubian Heritage Launches Indian Hemp & Tamanu Strengthen and Grow Hair Collection

The most glamorous hairstyles take their toll on even the toughest tresses — maintaining these looks often requires harsh chemicals and heat styling devices that can damage and weaken hair. Over time, lustrous hair can turn lackluster, becoming brittle and broken. Recognizing a need in the marketplace, Nubian Heritage has expanded its best-selling Indian Hemp &Tamanu Hair Care Collection with two new natural treatment products.Formulated with hemp, tamanu oil, bamboo, monoi oil, garlic extract, aloe vera, willow bark and certified organic sheaand mango butters, this blend aids in restoring moisture while conditioning, smoothing cuticles, protecting hair from breakage and supporting healthy growth.

Indian Hemp & Tamanu Strengthen & Grow Moisturizing Co-Wash($11.99; 12 oz.) is inspired by the century’s old Ayurvedic practice of co-washing to intensely hydrate hair and help balance the scalp. With bamboo, used in Chinese medicine to strengthen hair, and garlic extract, used by naturopaths in the Mediterranean to encourage growth, this surfactant-free treatment cleanses without detergentsor stripping natural oils. It’s ideal for those with coarse, dry strands, as well as women with textured and transitioning hair.

Indian Hemp & Tamanu Strengthen & Grow Moisturizing Curl Gel ($11.99; 10 oz.) creates sleek styles — naturally— with ultra-moisturizing monoi oil, a beauty secret from Tahiti, tamanu oil, revered in Madagascar for its reparative benefits, and hemp oil, rich in fatty acids and vitamin E. The gel provides control, definition, manageability and brilliant shine, while reducing frizz and softening natural or chemically treated hair. Free of synthetic ingredients, the formulation doesn’t contain PVP/polymers or silicones found in many styling products that may cause buildup in hair.

“Our engaged community came to us requesting a natural styling product that offered versatility, so we added two products that bolster the health and appearance of their hair. We searched the globe looking for the best all-natural ingredients to promote healthy hair and scalp, and have added them into our formulations in a culturally authentic way to ensure our customers receive the traditional benefits,”says Richelieu Dennis, founder and CEO of Sundial Brands, makers of Nubian Heritage.

The products are cruelty-free without sulfates, parables, phthalates, petrolatum, DEA, artificial fragrance or synthetic color.Nubian Heritage Hair Care is available in the U.S. at select CVS and Walgreens stores. For more information, please visit NubianHeritage.com

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Star Taki Hair Lounge Grand Opening

Nataki Minix celebrity hairstylist for Nene Leakes, Cynthia Bailey, Evelyn Lozada, Tameka Raymond, and more celebrated the Grand Opening Celebration of her salon Star Taki Hair Lounge http://www.natakiminix.com/ on Monday, July 22. Guests enjoyed Enjoy cocktails mixed up by the Perfect Bartender, Delicious bites, music provided by DJ E-Clazz and networking. Make sure you check out her Salon located at 227 Sandy Spring Place, Suite 384 Sandy Springs, GA 30328

 

 

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Celebs Nicole Ari Parker and Marsha Ambrosius stop by SheaMoistu​re Pop-up Shop During Essence Mus​ic Fest

 

The SheaMoisture popup shop located at 321 Chartres Street in New Orleans, open during the Essence Music Festival through July 11 (11-8 daily), offers guests the opportunity to sample and purchase all SheaMoisture's award-winning, all-natural bath, body, hair, hair color, facial care, baby and men's shave and groom collections, as well as receive a complimentary massage with SheaMoisture products. 

Shop guests may receive hair care consultations and demonstrations with celebrity stylist, author and SheaMoisture Educator Diane Bailey (having styled Beyoncé) and celebrity stylist Felicia Leatherwod (having styled Jill Scott and Viola Davis) . The shop has featured a series of high-profile events with bloggers, such as best-selling author Nikki Walton, founder of CurlyNikki.com, JenellStewart of KinkyCurlyCoilyMe.com and Imani Dawson of TribeCalledCurl.com and Myleik Teele, founder of CurlBox.com. The paintings of New Orleans artist Sarah Dearie are being exhibited in the shop.  A number of celebrity guests, including Nicole Ari Parker, Boris Kodjoe and singer Marsha Ambrosius visited the shop.  SheaMoisture's NOLA popup shop was created and designed by SheaMoisture Creative Director Jullanar Barron.

 

 

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III Sisters of Nature: Whole Collection Giveaway [CLOSED]

Have you heard of III Sisters of Nature products? Have you been wanting to try their products out? Here is your chance I'm giving away III Sisters of Nature Whole Collection: Sulfate Free Shampoo, Leave-In Conditioner, Natural Curling Gelo, Spiral Pudding, Natural Lengthening Crème, Sweet Honeyrose Treatment and Once A Week Nourishing Treatment. One lucky reader will win!!

HOW TO ENTER

• Leave your name and email in the comment box below
• Like III Sister of Nature Facebook page ---> https://www.facebook.com/pages/III-Sisters-of-Nature/175665912510970

*Contest will run from June 11th-June 18th

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Featured Product of the Week: III Sisters of Nature Spiral Pudding

Spiral Pudding helps revive dull, frizzy and tight curls to life with moisture, shine and length. Spiral Pudding is made with natural blends that have been reduced to the smallest molecule for maximum penetration and definition of curls, waves, twists and kinks.

Want to learn more about this product and the rest of III Sisters of Nature Products check out http://www.3sistersofnature.com/index.php/products

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BASIC Hair Care Media Dinner

Earlier this month I attended the BASIC Hair Care Media Dinner at the beautiful Basil's Restaurant & Bar this was a great opportunity because we were about to learn more about the brand. Basic Hair Care was established with the belief that high caliber products should be accessible and affordable. Founded by a group of hair care professionals ranging from formulating chemists, master cosmetologists, and engineers, Basic Hair Care has studied the hair care industry for over 40 years. Basic Hair Care is dedicated to educating professionals and distributing hair care products that deliver healthy results. 

At the Dinner I did receive some products that I will be reviewing soon. To learn more please visit http://werbasic.com/

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NEW Motions Straight Finish

Did you know that one in four African American women with natural hair would like to straight style their hair, but only if their curl pattern won’t be compromised? Well now Motions® makes that possible with their NEW Straight Finish™ Heat Styled System. This revolutionary 3-step system – with a formula blend of natural oils and Keratin Protein – PREPS, PROTECTS and SEALS naturally curly hair allowing you to go from curly to straight and then bounce right back to your natural curls!

1. PREP with the Motions® Straight Finish™ Cleanser
2. PROTECT with the Motions® Straight Finish™ Leave-in Conditioner
3. SEAL with the Motions® Straight Finish™ Sealer

Motions® Straight Finish™ Heat Styled System ($6.99 each) is now available at Target and Walmart stores and online at www.drugstore.com. All Motions® products are available at mass-market retailers and drugstores nationwide, local beauty and barber supply stores

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Curly Girls Summer Hair Must Haves

This Memorial Day weekend as you prepare for your mini vacation to the islands or a staycation in your home town, don't forget to pack a little something to keep your curls rejuvenated or if you want to switch it up from curly to straight without comprising your curl pattern. MIZANI the authority on the professional authority for all curl textures has the right products for whichever way you choose to wear your hair this weekend and beyond.

Recharge Those Curls!!!

SRP: $14.00

Curly girls fret no more! Wake up your curls with MIZANI’s NEW daily refresher spray True Textures Curl Recharge. This revitalizing moisture-rich curl prep, re-energizes, reshapes and enhances manageability to coils before styling; while refreshing style in-between shampoos. So, after your day at the beach or if your curl definition has fallen a little flat, just evenly mist over your entire hair to reshape coils and to aid in restyling.

KEY BENEFITS:

• Lightweight layerable leave-in perfect for all curl types
• Conditions and softens for improved manageability
• Daily refresher spray for natural hair textures and styles
• Leaves hair reenergized with shine

Smooth & Straight

For smoothing and straightening curly hair without compromising your curl pattern try Mizani Thermasmooth -- a professional regiment that Protects, Treats and Repairs curly hair chemical free. Mizani’s exclusive C3 technology contains healthy, proven natural ingredients with scientifically advanced formulas to offer intense heat protection and safe, long-lasting results after a shampooing, conditioning and heat styling.

The collection includes: * available in travel size at JCP.com $10

Conditioning Shampoo – a moisturizing and detangling cream cleanser

Strengthening Conditioner – a creamy conditioner that strengthens and hydrates

Smooth Guard – a lightweight, silicone-based styling treatment to be used with the heat of the hot comb, blow dryer and flat iron

Shine Extend – a finisher that maximizes shine and extends the life of smooth hair

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III Sisters of Nature: The 'Cleaner' Hair Care Products

The “Cleaner” Hair Care Products: III Sisters of Nature is a natural product line that strives to bring you the best in hair care products with maximum fair market price. I'm so excited to tell you about this product line. I tried the Sweet Honey Rose Treatment and I instantly feel in love. Check out the rest of the awesome products from III Sisters of Nature

Sulfate Free Shampoo

Sulfate Free Shampoo gently removes impurities while restoring balance, moisture and lightweight sheen. Great for color treated, damaged hair or as a daily cleanser.

Leave-In Conditioner

Leave-In Conditioner works as a daily lightweight treatment to infuse and retain moisture. This conditioner also seals the cuticle to reveal shiny, healthy defined curls.

Spiral Pudding

Spiral Pudding helps revive dull, frizzy and tight curls to life with moisture, shine and length. The Spiral Pudding is made with natural blends that have been reduced to the smallest molecule for maximum penetration and definition of curls, waves, twists and kinks. Spiral Pudding works great in styling resistant hair textures.

Curling Gelo 

Curling Gelo helps enhance your natural curl pattern while providing you with a frizz-free, non-greasy, non-drying look for superior long lasting curls, waves and twists. This lightweight formula especially works well for styling fine hair textures.

Once A Week Nourishing Treatment

Once A Week Nourishing Treatment is a strengthening, concentrated treatment with natural botanical ingredients. Once a week treatment will coat, rebuild and protect dry, fragile and damaged hair and giving your hair incredible strength. Weekly use is recommended for best results.

Sweet Honey Rose Treatment

Sweet Honey Rose Treatment is designed to soften, moisturize, elongate and define curls to provide bounce and manageability. Sweet Honey Rose acts as a deep penetrating moisturizer that does not weigh the hair down. This may be used on all hair types weekly or as often as needed.  

Natural Lengthening Crème

Natural Lengthening Crème will elongate and add length to your curls, waves, twists and kinks to give your hair the added volume that you desire. This is the ultimate answer to scrunching, tight, unmanageable and dull curls. Great for elongating tight curl textures.

 

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Shea Moisture Hair Color System

At the World Natural Hair Show I received Shea Moisture's New Hair Color System. I haven't tried it yet because I'm giving my hair some time because I just dyed my hair, as soon as I use it I will be posting results. But here is a little more information about the line.

SheaMoisture’s permanent Hair Color System creatively connects personal style with contemporary art. It boasts 12 moisture-rich hues, and offers ammonia- and sulfate-free hair color infused with natural ingredients including Soy Protein (helps strengthen hair by replenishing lost protein); Certified Organic Glycerin (aids in moisture retention); Flax Seed Oil (enhances shine and dimension) and Certified Organic Shea Butter (provides moisture to damaged hair from roots to tip, and promotes healthy, shiny hair). These healthy nutrients minimize damage, while promoting vibrant color, superior hydration, exceptional manageability and brilliant sheen.

SheaMoisture Hair Color System is available in the following shades: Light Blonde, Medium Golden Blonde, Dark Golden Blonde, Light Brown, Medium Brown, Dark Brown, Medium Chestnut Brown, Reddish Blonde, Bright Auburn, Dark Auburn, Jet Black and Soft Black.

Each color provides 100 percent gray coverage, and lifts color two shades. For women with thinning hair or embracing a natural texture, the hair color thickens strands and adds shine. This permanent color is suitable for all hair types and textures, and is a no-drip formula.

Each SheaMoisture Hair Color System kit includes Radiant Color Crème, Radiant Color Developer,Professional Latex Gloves, Salon Application Brush, Raw Shea Moisture Retention Shampoo, Raw Shea Restorative Conditioner and Raw Shea Reconstructive Finishing Elixir.

The Hair Color System is available at 400 select Target locations nationwide. http://www.sheamoisture.com/

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Hair Amazingly by Motions®!

We are patiently waiting for the weather to stay warm in Georgia.Its been hard keeping up with these changes hopefully some warm weather is in our future, and with a change in both season and your social life, it’s time to transform your look! A recent Motions^® Hair Care survey conducted by Kelton Global found that more than half of African American women are likely to change their hair based on the occasion, and we know that the most fabulous fashionistas are always thinking about their look from head-to-toe. Only Motions^® and Global Ambassador Ursula Stephen offer you the hottest trends paired with the perfect products to achieve styling versatility all party-season long.

If you’re rocking a colorful Maxi Dress, try a sexy up-do…

Hairstyle: Up-do

Ursula Says: “Show off your neck and décolletage by off-setting full-body coverage with a chic up-do.”

Curly Girls: For added shine and a frizz-reduced look, try Motions® Radiating Gloss for Natural Textures (SRP: $6.00)

Straight Styles: Use Motions® Hold & Shine Styling Spray (SRP: $4.99) with humidity resistance and 24hr hold to keep fly-aways in place without losing shine.

Complement a cute Summer Romper with a ‘just-off-the-beach’ hair…

Hairstyle: Beachy Waves

Ursula Says: “Keep it sexy and simple with some soft beach waves – let your legs do the talking.”

Curly Girls: Achieve carefree and frizz-reduced, curls with Motions® Define My Curls Cream for Natural Textures (SRP: $6.00)

Straight Styles: Prep the hair to hold a curl and give a tousled, textured look with Motions® Light Hold Working Spritz (SRP: $4.99)

When stepping out in playful Palazzo Trousers, wear a sleek ponytail to polish off the look….

Ursula Says: “It’s all about balance with this look. Complement the dramatic fashion-forward outfit with refined, sophisticated tresses and you’re sure to be a show stopper.”

Curly Girls: For this smooth style, prep hair with Motions® Smoothing Conditioner for Natural Textures (SRP: $6.00) to prevent frizz and encourage manageability

Straight Styles: Fly-aways are not an option for this look. Motions® Shine Enhancing Pomade (SRP: $3.99) gives you the extra styling control you need to smooth those edges.

Motions® products are available at mass-market retailers such as Target and Wal-Mart, drugstores nationwide and local beauty and barber supply stores, as well as online at drugstore.com,

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The Relaunch of MegaGrowth hosted by Laz Alonso And Tatyana Ali

MegaGrowth, an anti-breakage system created by Strength of Nature to strengthen and protect both relaxed and natural hair celebrated the re-launch of the brand last night in Atlanta. The event was hosted by Laz Alonso And Tatyana Ali.

“The Mane Event” was held at the King Plow Event Gallery and featured a RELAXation massage zone, hair styling booths for styling tips, product demonstrations and information. In addition, Tasheara Neshell, celebrity hairstylist known for styling clients like Jennifer Hudson and Viola Davis, was also in attendance mixing and mingling with guests as they enjoyed complementary cocktails, desserts and live music.

RHOA's Porsha Stewart

Guests

 Laz Alonso,  Tatyana Ali and Strength of Nature Global National Marketing Director, Charlene Dance

Egypt Sherrod and Laz Alonso

 

Tasheara Neshell and I

Laz Alonso and I

Tatyana Ali and I

Pictures courtesy of CME 3000

To See full gallery visit: http://www.cme3000.com/Events/BRANDS/Mega-Growth/28879049_FTQmdW#!i=2453494632&k=vzxFJhx

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