Saturday, November 30, 2019

Taking Care Of Your Hair After A Day At The Beach

Ismail oubarka | 3:14 PM

It’s still hot and I don’t care what the calendar is saying some of us are still looking for surefire ways to cool down. There’s never enough shade when it’s hot and lounging near pools are great to cool down but nothing and I mean nothing is better than going to beach. Yes, black folks […]

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Get Into Body Serums - Cause Hydration Isn't Only For Your Face

Ismail oubarka | 1:59 PM
I can't tell you the last time I purchased a bottle of traditional body lotion.  I have a few that I use on my hands and feet but body lotion just doesn't do it for me anymore.  They mean well, but aren't able to deliver the level of hydration that I'm searching for.

In spring and summer, I typically rely on whipped butters and oil-gels to do the job.  But, when seasons change my skin really craves water-based moisture.  Dry winter skin is atrocious.  Lotions try their best but they mainly coat the skin rather than hydrate it intensely.  Thankfully, there are a new line of products available with the power to banish dry skin forever.
My facial skin used to be so darn dry.  But then I discovered the art of layering hydrating serums and things were never the same.  After realizing how wonderful moisturizing serums were for the face, I experimented with applying them to the body.  You might remember when I encouraged everyone to make use of used sheet masks by rubbing them on the dryest part of your body.  After trying this method just once, I was convinced that rich serums were meant to be slathered over our entire body.

And guess what, beauty brands also agree!  Facial serums are everywhere.  The problem is that they typically come in tiny bottles. Since they're not cheap, we typically don't apply serum on other parts of the body.  But, if I had my way, I'd love to slather myself in hydrating serums (head to toe) before sealing with a butter, oil, or creamy lotion.

I'm also super-attracted to the idea of delivering active ingredients to the skin on my body versus only using plain ol' boring lotion. The older I get, the more I want to baby my skin.  As my skin changes, it just can't maintain the moisture levels like in my younger days.  I absolutely can not stand the feeling of enduring overly dry skin so I'm not taking any chances this year.

It's time to graduate from basic lotion to a move effective solution.

For all of winter, I'm interested in deeply hydrating the skin on my body before (or while) I moisturize.  This means looking out for brands with higher concentrations of active ingredients like our beloved hyaluronic acid instead of just defaulting to cream lotions.  

Ladies, let's graduate to the almighty body serum.  What I love about these wonderful body products is how they all have different formulas depending on your body's needs.  For instance, REN's all over serum is infused with alpha-hydroxy acids which are the perfect ingredients to address uneven skin tone and roughness.  Certain body serums are even marketed as having anti-aging benefits

You might notice that body serums typically have a higher price point than your other body products.  That's probably because they typically come in larger sizes vs facial serums.  If you aren't willing to make the financial investment just yet, may I offer a couple suggestions?

Option 1. ~ If you aren't looking for a serum with a bunch of active ingredients, just go for gel-type moisturizers instead.  Neutrogena has a moisturizer that's a gel-cream hybrid.  You get a full 16 oz for like five bucks and it contains hyaluronic acid as the hero ingredient.  The folks on Amazon seem to dig it so I'm willing to give it a shot.    If you're looking for body hydrators that aren't in cream form, I recommend you try using facial essence as a body splash prior to lotion application.  Most facial essence products come in decent size bottles with enough product to use on the body.

Korean facial essences are usually loaded with active ingredients.  For instance, this brand has a ton of skin-healthy ingredients, like extracts, collagen peptides, amino acids and ceramides (*immediately adds to basket*).

If you suffer from any kind of skin ailment like psoriasis, dermatitis, rosacea,  or extremely dry/itchy skin, you have to treat your skin to the wonderful world of body serums.



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Friday, November 29, 2019

Rosie The Riveter Updo With Locs

Ismail oubarka | 3:14 PM

Okay so usually I would not classify myself as not the most girliest of girls. I mean of course I love hair (If I didn’t I wouldn’t be here with yall , right?) and I do have a few other girly things that I am a fan of and one of them are the pin […]

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Thursday, November 28, 2019

Are Your Hair Products Causing You To Break Out? Lets Talk About It

Ismail oubarka | 4:44 PM

Oh no!!! Where did that pimple come from? Why am I breaking out? What’s going on here?! Okay ladies, let’s breathe and consider some things, it might just be food allergies or may be the wrong makeup, but what if it is your hair products? Sometimes we don’t realize just how much the products that […]

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Wednesday, November 27, 2019

Simple, Intricate And Decorative Bridal Hair Styles For Your Wedding

Ismail oubarka | 4:44 PM

You are a vision. You engulf the beauty of an angel. You are gorgeous in all heavenly splendors. You are the bride-to-be. It is only a few weeks away before you say “I do” to your Prince Charming. You have been waiting for this moment for what seems like forever. All of this day will […]

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[Bedside Beauty] The Essentials that'll Save My Skin This Winter

Ismail oubarka | 2:46 PM
With winter around the corner, I'm scrambling for ideas on how to proactively treat my skin.  Last winter, I realized that the biggest area of opportunity to really infuse moisture into the skin is before bed or early morning hours.

I can't tell you how many times I've woken up overnight feeling parched from head to toe.  My lips were dry, I was thirsty, and my skin was suffering.  I just don't do well at all in low humidity conditions.  This winter I'm winning the war on dryness thanks to my new little beauty kit.  Last year, I made sure to keep a bottle of water within arms reach of my pillow at all times.  The benefits I experienced were numerous. Now I'm ready to take things to the next level.

Let's have a chat about the bedside beauty essentials that'll save my skin this winter.
As soon as I recognized the need to assemble a team of hydration powerhouses, I grabbed a set of bamboo organizer boxes on Amazon to prepare.  I loved how the organizers came in a variety of sizes.  The larger boxes were used to store my growing supplement collection.  It made an immediate difference in how neat my countertops looked compared to before.

The smaller boxes were set aside for as beauty organizers.  One sits on my office desk, the other holds a few essentials in the bathroom.  The last one is dedicated to the bedroom.  For weeks, I've been considering putting together a collection of my favorite moisture-enhancing products in one place.  The inspiration came from early mornings when I would wake up with dry lips. Or sometimes, I'll hastily wash my face before bed without going through all the steps to rehydrate properly.  With this nifty little box, I could do the bare minimum to prep my skin while enjoying the comfort of my bed.

Once the boxes arrived, I began the process of identifying which products would make the most impact.  Here's what I've collected so far.

\\ NYX All Over Body Balm ~ Necessary for the extra dry areas like elbows, feet, fingers, toes.

\\ Neutrogena Lip Moisturizer ~ A lightweight, ultra-hydrating balm.  One of my favorite drug store purchases this year.  It also has SPF which is a plus.

\\ Glossier Balm Dot Com ~ This balm is thicker which works great to protect my lips overnight.

\\ Squalane Oil ~ My absolute favorite oil to wear on my skin at night. My skin drinks it up and feels great in the morning.

\\ Moistful Collagen Stick~ It's like a balm that hydrates.  I use it targetting the drier areas on my face.  Sometimes I flake at the hairline or near the corners of my nose. This adds an extra layer of moisture.

\\ Kiehl's Moisturizing Eye Stick (discontinued) ~ This product is kinda like a balm in stick form.  I'm experimenting with using it on the parts of my face where I get creases from my sleep habits.  Also going to apply it on my smile lines and under eyes.

\\ Glossier You Fragrance ~ A fresh, light fragrance that works beautifully with your natural scent.  Perfect for wearing to bed.

\\ Gua Sha Facial Massage Tool ~ Sometimes, when I get out of bed, I rush to my computer and get straight to work.  Going forward, I'd like to depuff my face in bed before my feet hit the ground.  That's one less thing to worry about from my morning to-do list.

\\ Glow Recipe Sleeping Mask ~ A water-based hydration for when my skin is really parched.   This is a cult-classic in Korean skincare industry.

\\ Gel Eye Masks ~ I don't wear eye masks as much as I'd like.  Having these in my beauty box will serve as a reminder for me to actually use them.

\\ A Tiny Roller Ball ~ Liquid essence has to be my favorite type of moisturizing product.  It's like water but ultra-nourishing.  When I used my little rollerballs consistently, I noticed an improvement in fine lines and increased plumpness.  Definitely need to get back to doing that again.

Part of the reason I selected these items is due to their convenient size combined with their level of effectiveness.  I don't plan on only using them in the middle of the night or before bed.  Whenever I'm lazily scrolling through my phone in the bed, I can break out my eye masks or rehydrate my driest areas with the collagen stick. While watching IG stories, I can give myself a gua sha massage in bed.  An awesome thing about this moisture emergency kit is that it helps me get more use of my favorite products.

It's convenient.  It's practical.  It's effective.

Other beside beauty essentials that I forgot to mention include our beloved humidifier and a small bottle of water.   What makes this collection special is they all have their unique strengths.  The further we get into winter, the most items I'll use from my box. I'm prepared for everything and anything.



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2019 ULTIMATE Black Friday | Small Business Saturday | Cyber Monday Natural Hair, Skincare & Home Sale Guide

Ismail oubarka | 11:12 AM
2019 ULTIMATE Black Friday | Small Business Saturday | Cyber Monday Natural Hair, Skincare & Home Sale Guide

Alright you guys, I've held you up long enough. Without further delay, I present the ULTIMATE Black Friday // Small Business Saturday // Cyber Monday Sale Guide! A lot of you guys have been waiting on this list — and thank you so much for being patient with me. Between working a real job (I'm not an influencer for a living lol), blogging, the gym, and life, things have been hectic!

You guys know the drill — grab your note pad (or get your screenshot buttons ready) and let's get down to business. I'm going to try to update this list as much as possible as new sales become available, so check back often if you don't see your favorite brands listed yet. I'll try to let you guys know about updates via Instagram Stories and Facebook. So make sure you find me all those places:

Instagram: maneobjective
Facebook: maneobjective

The list below features brands of all sizes, with a special emphasis on small and Black owned businesses. This season and year round, let's make sure we're supporting the brands with a vested interest in the natural hair community beyond their bottom line. Like last year, I've added an extra category of businesses — HOME! Black business is flourishing within the beauty category, but in other industries as well. So you'll see Black-owned alternatives to popular home goods on this list, too!

Oh, and don't forget to share this post on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, Snapchat, Tik Tok, smoke signal, with a friend IRL — wherever! The more the merrier! Where possible, I'll be including my favorite products and reviews.

Let the deals and steals begin! (The list is in alphabetical order, BTW.)

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Alikay Naturals www.alikaynaturals.comSale Date(s): November 28-29th Promotion: 40% off site-wide + 20% off gallons + free shipping on all order over $65 and flat rate $7 shipping Code: None Exclusions: Excludes kits, collections, membership International Shipping: Yes

My Alikay Picks: Botanicals Hair & Scalp Balm, Essential 17 Growth Oil, Knots Be Gone Detangler, Lemongrass Hold It Styling Gel

Alikay Reviews: Coconut Milk BenefitsI Tried 7 Alikay Products


ASE Naturals www.asenaturals.bmSale Dates: November 27th 2019 – December 2nd 2019 Promotion: Buy 1, Get 50% off site-wide Code: BFRIDAY Exclusions: None International Shipping: Yes


Ashley's NaturalsAshleysNaturals.comSale Dates: All month long Instagram.com/AshleysNaturals for daily deals Promotion: goodbye sale / close out. No code needed. Some exclusions may apply


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Be Kekoawww.bekekoashop.com/Sale Date: November 29th - November 30th Promotion: BOGO 50% off site-wide Code: bf2019 Exclusions: The second item must be the same as the first item to receive the discount International Shipping: No

Online Offers Be Kekoa www.bekekoashop.com/Sale Date: November 30th - December 1st Promotion: 20% off site-wide Code: sbs2019 Exclusions: None International Shipping: No In-Salon Offers Be Kekoa and Be Kekoa Apothecary https://www.aromatherapybytriciaambroziak.com/book-a-consult-classSale Date: November 30th - December 1st Promotion: Free aromatherapy class, BOGO all Be Kekoa + all Be Kekoa Apothecary items Code: None Exclusions: Class is available for the first 20 people who sign up on the website, Felicia Leatherwood brushes not included in sale International Shipping: No

My Be Kekoa Picks: Be Clean (of course), Be Clair, Be Lola Intense Hydrating Mask, Be Slay'd Edge Gel, Mana Butter, Tamanu Oil

Be Kekoa ReviewsBe Kekoa Wash DayMy First Be Kekoa Curly CutBe Clean ReviewBrandie Fixed My Hair (Again)Best Fall Deep ConditionersUsing Be Kekoa for 3 Months StraightBest Shampoos and Co-Washes for Natural HairTamanu Oil Healed My Skin

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Carmella Marie https://www.carmellamarie.com/Sale Date(s): November 28th – December 3rd Free Shipping on orders over $150 No code needed Exclusions: None International Shipping: No

My Carmella Marie Picks: My Gel

Carmella Marie Review: 17 Black Owned Natural Hair Brands to Watch in 2018


Curls and Potions Www.curlsandpotions.com Sale Dates: November 15th, Nov 22, Nov 29 Promotion: pre-order and 40% off free shipping over $85 Code: N/A Exclusions: none International shipping: no

Sale Dates: November 30 Promotion: 35% off, free shipping over $75 Code: n/a Exclusions: none International shipping: no

My Curls and Potions Picks: Bamboo & Rice Water Strengthening Hair Rinse, Chebe Clay Gloss

Curls and Potions Reviews: Chebe Clay Gloss, 17 Black Owned Natural Hair Brands to Watch in 2018, Christina's Choice 2018 Best Products for Natural Hair

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The Douxwww.thedoux.comSale Dates: Nov 27th-Dec 2nd Promotion: 30% off all products, FREE item WITH PURCHASE OVER $40 (free item announced 11/27) Code: AAAYYYEEE Exclusions: Merch & Apparel International Shipping: No

My Doux Picks: Fresh Rinse, The Light

The Doux Reviews: 12 Black Owned Natural Hair Brands to Watch in 2019


Dom’s Fab Jewels Domsfabjewels.com 20% off everything on the site Sale date Black Friday - Cyber Monday Code: BLACKFABULOUS Exclusions: custom jewelry orders International shipping: US & Canada only

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EDEN BodyWorkswww.edenbodyworks.comSale Date(s): Early Access (Thanksgiving 11/28 starting at 6 PM) - Saturday 11/30 Promotion: Doorbusters Early Friday Morning + All Day Black Friday Deals $5-7 on all products Code: Email subscribers get a link for doorbuster; all others no code needed (sale prices will be reflected on website) Shipping: US and Canada

My EDEN BodyWorks Picks: Coconut Shea Hair Masque, Papaya Castor Scalp Massaging Serum, Coconut Shea Leave-In Conditioner, Cocoa Shea Berry Smoothing Gel, Peppermint Tea Tree, Coconut Shea Co-Wash

EDEN BodyWorks Reviews: Coconut Shea Hair Masque Review, My Citrus Fusion Braid & Curl, Best Leave-Ins for Natural Hair, Cocoa Shea Berry Gel, Coconut Shea Co-Wash Review

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FEMME NOIREwww.shopfemmenoire.comNov 29th - Dec 2nd Promotion : 30% off site-side + free shipping over $50 Code: FEMME30 Exclusions: Bundles International Shipping: Free shipping only avail to US customers

My Femme Noire Picks: Dirty Curl Cleansing & Conditioning Clay

Femme Noire Reviews: Wash Day with Femme Noire

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Genedor Beautywww.genedorbeauty.comSale Dates: 12AM CST November 27th-11:59PM CST December 2nd Promotion: 50% OFF Code: SALE50 Exclusions: None International Shipping: Yes

My Genedor Beauty Picks: Swirl Curls Gel Styler, Retinol Even Tone Complex, Moisture Resuscitate Deep Conditioning TreatmentSuper Fruit Antioxidant Shampoo, and Healthy HairGummies.

Genedor Beauty Reviews: 17 Black Owned Natural Hair Brands to Watch in 2018Genedor Beauty Review

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Hydratherma Naturals November 27- Dec 3 Code SUPERSALE at checkout for 30% OFF ALL INVENTORY! This includes all collection sets and vitamin bundles www.HydrathermaNaturals.com

My Hydratherma Picks: Amino Plus Protein Deep Conditioning Treatment, Aloe Curl Enhancing Twisting Cream

Hydratherma Reviews: Amino Plus Protein Deep Conditioning Treatment, Best Deep Conditioners for Natural Hair, Aloe Curl Enhancing Twisting Cream


Hairiette
www.hairiette.comHOLIDAYHAIRIETTE (40% off ANY PRODUCT OVER $14.99) Nov. 27-Dec. 2

My Hairiette Picks: Hairiette Co-Wash

Hairiette Reviews: 17 Black Owned Natural Hair Brands to Watch in 2018


Hot Head
www.ThermalHairCare.comSale Date(s): November 21st – December 2nd Promotion: 25% off site-wide + Free domestic shipping on orders over $50 Code: BF2019 Exclusions: None International Shipping: Yes


Honey’s Handmadewww.honeyshandmade.comSale Dates: Thanksgiving Day Blow-Out - Thursday 11/28 @ 8pm -10pm (est) 65% off + $5.00 shipping Code: BestDeal 10pm - midnight 55% off + $5.00 shipping Orders totaled over $200 ship FREE Code: StockPile Friday 11/29 @ 12:01am - 11:59 pm (est) 50% off + Enjoy a host of Dollar DEALS. Code: Dolladealz

Sale Dates: Saturday & Sunday 11/30-12/1 @ 12:01am - 11:59 pm (est) 45% off + Enjoy a Free surprise gift.
Code: SBSHHM Orders totaled over $35 or more ship FREE

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Inahsi Naturals
www.inahsi.comSale Date(s): November 29th Promotion: Early Bird Bonus Sale (Biggest Sale Ever - 1 Day Only) - Starts 6:56pm 11/28, Ends 11:59pm 11/29 Code: Click http://bit.ly/bf-earlybird-19 to sign up for Early Bird Promo Code Exclusions: Free Shipping $50 and over (U.S. Only) International Shipping: Yes Sale Date(s): November 30th - December 2nd Promotion: 35% off All Full Size Products Code: N/A Exclusions: Free Shipping $50 and over (U.S. Only) International Shipping: Yes

My Inahsi Naturals Picks: Soothing Mint Clarifying Shampoo, Mango Hemp Restorative Deep Conditioner, Aloe & Hibiscus Leave-In Conditioner, Rock Your Curls Cream

Inahsi Naturals Reviews: Co-Washing vs. Shampoo vs. Clarifying, Inahsi Naturals Line Review, Curated Collection Unboxing, 10 Brands to Support During Black History Month, Best Leave-Ins for Natural Hair

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Kreyol Essence https://kreyolessence.com/Sale Date(s): November 29th – December 2nd Promotion: 60% off site-wide Code: N/A Exclusions: None International Shipping: Yes

My Kreyol Essence Picks: Rosemary Mint Haitian Black Castor Oil

Kreyol Essence Reviews: 12 Black Owned Natural Hair Brands to Watch in 2019


Kurlee Bellewww.kurleebelle.comSale Date: November 28- December 3 Promotion: Up to 50% OFF site-wide Code: No Code Necessary Exclusions: None International Shipping: Yes

My Kurlee Belle Picks: Banana Nut & Avocado Deep Treatment

Kurlee Belle Reviews: Banana Nut & Avocado Deep Treatment, Valentine's Day GRWM with Kurlee Belle, 10 Black Owned Brands to Support for Black History Month


Kyra's Shea Medleys www.KyraShea.comSale Date(s): November 22nd, 2019 Promotion: Buy 2, Get 1 Free (no limit) + Free Shipping on orders of $75+ Code: BF2019 Exclusions: None International Shipping: Yes

Sale Date(s): November 23rd - 24th, 2019 Promotion: 25% off $40 + Free Shipping on orders of $75+ Code: SBS2019 Exclusions: None International Shipping: Yes

My Kyra's Shea Medleys Picks: Strength + Emollient Butter Cream, Rejuvenation Butter Cream

Kyra's Shea Medleys Reviews: 9 Black Owned Alternatives to Lush, My Favorite Edge Tamers


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Naked Bar Soap CoWww.nakedbarsoapco.comSale Date: November 29 Promotion: $3 Flat Rate Shipping, gift with purchase for sales over $40, free shipping for orders over $75 Exclusions: none International shipping: No

Sale Date: November 30 Promotion: Gift With Purchase - in-store only Code: none Exclusions: none International Shipping: No Every purchase will receive a free shopping tote and we will be serving Coquitos (Puerto Rican Holiday Drink) from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. EST.

My Naked Bar Soap Co Picks: Pit Cream, Pumpkin Soap

Naked Bar Soap Co Reviews: 9 Black Owned Alternatives to Lush

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Pydana Collectionwww.pydanacollection.comSale Date(s): November 28th at 9PM EST - November 29th at 11:59 PM EST Promotion: Up to 55% off, FREE Domestic Shipping on orders over $100 *Limited Supply* Code: N/A Exclusions: None International Shipping: Yes

Sale Date(s): November 30th - December 1st Promotion: Up to 40% off, FREE Domestic Shipping on orders over $100 *Limited Supply* Code: N/A Exclusions: None International Shipping: Yes

My Pydana Collection Picks: Microwavable Thermal Cap, Avocado & Babassu Herbal Silk Deep Moisture Treatment, Marula & Cupuacu 3-in-1 Intensive Moisturizer

Pydana Collection Reviews: 12 Black Owned Natural Hair Brands to Watch in 2019Pydana Collection ReviewKeeping Dry Hair Moisturized and Sealed in Fall and Winter


PUR Homewww.pur-home.comSale Dates: November 25-December 2nd Promotion: 50% off site-wide Code: PURHOME50 Exclusions: None International Shipping: No

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Q-Redewwww.qredew.comNovember 29th. 24 hours starting at midnight! $20 off both the Q-Redew Hair Steamer &/or the Q-Redew Holiday Gift Box Code: BF2019 Free Shipping within the US (we do not ship internationally)

November 30- Dec 2nd $15 off the Q-Redew hair steamer &/or Q-Redew Holiday gift box Code: CYBERSALE Free shipping within US. We do not ship internationally

My Q-Redew Review



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Rucker Roots Www.RuckerRoots.comSale Dates: Black Friday 11:59pm Nov 28th- Cyber MondayDec 2 Promotion: 40% OFF Sitewide, Excluding Liter Sizes Code: BlackFriday40 Kayla Nicole from NicoleTV Limited Edition "Woop, Not Doop" Edge Control Collaboration Sale Date: Tuesday Nov. 26th- Dec 2 Promotion: $15.99

My Rucker Roots Picks: Smoothing Shampoo, Detangling Conditioner, Anti-Frizz Silkening Growth Serum

Rucker Roots Review: 17 Black Owned Natural Hair Brands to Watch in 2018


Rich & Clear Skincare www.Richandclear.comSale Date(s): November 28th – 29th (your date(s) may vary) Promotion: 70% off site-wide + $3.95 express shipping Code: N/A Exclusions: None International Shipping: Yes

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SUP & DINE www.supanddine.comSale Date(s): November 28th 8pm PST (for subscribers), November 29th - December 2nd 11:49pm PST (public) Promotion: Get 2 candles for $76 | Buy 5 for 40% off total purchase | Buy 1 w/free shipping Code: BFCM1 for free shipping. All other discounts are automatic Exclusions: No International Shipping: No

My SUP & DINE Picks: Hire Antoinette for all your home decor needs, and cop an Autumn candle!

SUP & Dine Reviews: My She-Shed Remodel

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Thank God It's Natural (tgin) https://thankgoditsnatural.com/Sale Date(s): November 29th-December 2nd Promotion: 40% off site-wide + EXTRA 15% off for my peeps! Codes: THANKS19 + MANEOBJECTIVE + FREESHIP Exclusions: Sample Packs & Gift Boxes (there will be specials on these items) International Shipping: FREESHIP code does not qualify for international shipping, but we do ship internationally
My tgin Picks: Seriously, everything. You can't go wrong.

tgin Reviews: Curl Bomb + Edge Control Review, Christina's Choice 2018, Using tgin for 3 Months Straight, tgin Review


Tailored Beauty www.TailoredBeautyProducts.comSale Date(s): November 29th –December 2 Promotion: All Single Items $10 or less, $5 Flat Shipping Code: TBBF19 Exclusions: Single Items Only International Shipping: Yes, Shipping Discount does not Apply

My Tailored Beauty Picks:  Coconut Creme ConditionerPerfect Coils Curling Jelly

Tailored Beauty Review: 17 Black Owned Natural Hair Brands to Watch in 2018


Terra Veda Organixwww.terravedaorganix.comSale Dates: 11/28/2019 - 12/2/2019 midnight Promotion: 30% off Discount site-wide No Code: N/A Exclusions: None International Shipping: Yes


Taylor Beauty Productswww.taylorbeautyproducts.comSales Date(s): November 27th - December 2nd Promotion: $3 off site-wide + free shipping Code: Mane2019 Exclusions: None Shipping: US only


TERRENE FUSIONS www.terrenefusions.comhttps://www.etsy.com/shop/terrenefusionsSale Date(s): November 24th – 11:59 PM on December 2 Promotion: 30% off site-wide Code: BLACKCYBER Exclusions: Orders under $40 International Shipping: NO Holiday Processing Time: 3 - 7 Business Days

My Terrene Fusions Picks:  Replenishing Deep ConditionerAll Natural Deodorizer &  Cooling Body Spray

Terrene Fusions Review: 9 Black Owned Alternatives to Lush


Tree Naturalswww.TreeNaturals.comSale Date(s): November 28th, 7pm-12am EST Promotion: 25% plus FREE shipping Code: must be on email list -> http://bit.ly/TreeNatEmail Exclusions: None International Shipping: Yes Sale Date(s): November 29th, ends 11:59pm EST Promotion: 30% off site-wide Code: BF2019 Exclusions: None International Shipping: Yes

Sale Date(s): November 29th, ends 11:59pm EST Promotion: FREE Shipping Code: SMALLBIZ Exclusions: None International Shipping: Yes

My Tree Naturals Picks: Rice Flower & Shea Leave-InCalm Conditioner Bar

Tree Naturals Reviews: 17 Black Owned Natural Hair Brands to Watch in 2018

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UniQurlWww.uniqurl.comSale Date: November 28-29 Promotion: 40% off site wide (for items not included in box) Code: NO CODE NEEDED ADDITIONAL BONUS: 2 New product launches available only in special limited box $85 + free shipping (includes 5 full size products plus 1 free item) Exclusions: Free shipping to US orders only. International shipping: not free

Sale Date: November 30-Dec 1 Promo: 30% off site wide Code: SBS30 Exclusions: none International shipping: not free




Up North Naturals
Sale Date: November 29-Dec 2
Promo: 15% off entire site
Code: BLACKFRIDAY19

Sale Date: November 30th only
Promo: BOGO 50% off on the Go-2 Hair Milk
Code: BOGO19



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Tuesday, November 26, 2019

A DIY Moisturizing Avocado And Pumpkin Hair Mask For Dry Curly Hair

Ismail oubarka | 4:44 PM

When you go to the store for hair products, you are probably bombarded by the plethora of brands and choices on each aisle. Let’s cut out the middle man and head to the kitchen for a quick and easy do-it-yourself homemade hair conditioner. But first, let us examine why we need to deep condition. When you […]

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5 DIY Hair Moisturizing Sprays

Ismail oubarka | 11:32 AM

To get moisturized hair, you really don’t have to spend all your money on those pricey products that claim to give your hair “the business”. Whenever you need that refresher, look no further than your kitchen and refrigerator. Buying just ingredients rather than whole products can last you much longer versus buying moisturizing products that […]

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Monday, November 25, 2019

Shop the Alikay Naturals Lemongrass Style Collection!

Ismail oubarka | 3:12 PM
Shop the Alikay Naturals Lemongrass Style Collection!



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3 Natural-Looking Natural Hair Wigs Under $50

Ismail oubarka | 11:35 AM

I think all of us can agree that we love to change our hair up from time to time. We add color, install mermaid length poetic justice braids, flat iron straight, the point is we love to experiment with different looks and why not? Our beautiful hair textures whether kinky, curly, or wavy allows for […]

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Sunday, November 24, 2019

DevaCurl Dupe? Review: Zotos Professional All About Curls (at Sally Beauty) Part 2

Ismail oubarka | 7:12 PM
DevaCurl Dupe? Review: Zotos Professional All About Curls (at Sally Beauty) Part 2

Alright now, let's get down to BUSINESS! In part two of my deep-dive into the Zotos Professional All About Curls collection (and how it compares to DevaCurl), we're going all in on styling products.

Now, I love me some cleansers and conditioners, but styling products are my JAM! My hair was ready to put these products through the ringer, too! On one head, I've got all the bases covered — low porosity, fifty-leven different textures, disrespectful shrinkage, and an area that is perpetually frizzy, no matter what I do.

So yeah, let's get to it... :::Birdman hand rub:::

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Bouncy Cream

Cost
$9.99 - $10.99 for 5.1oz (I find that online, All About Curls tends to be about $1 cheaper than in-store)

Where to Buy
Sally Beauty (online and in store)

Protein Free?
No. Contains hydrolyzed soy protein.

Curly Girl Friendly?
Yes, but see this note under the Lo-Lather Cleanser for more details.

Active Ingredients
  • Water
  • Cetearyl Alcohol: Fatty alcohol and emollient conditioner known for giving products a creamy, thick texture and feel.
  • Propylene Glycol: Humectant that improves moisture binding activity which results in silky smooth hair.
  • Isodecyl Neopentanoate: Alternative to Cyclomethicone with high spreadability that leaves hair and skin feeling soft and smooth.
  • PEG-150/Decyl Alcohol/SMDI Copolymer: Film-forming, viscosity (thickness) controlling agent.
  • Polyquaternium-55: Styling agent and hair fixative polymer that provides a smooth, moisturized feel to the hair.

The Good
To be quite honest, I've never really "got" styling creams. I just wrote them off as not for me, because of how wildly my hair textures vary. Not once did I ever stop and consider whether a styling cream could really "do" anything for my hair. My default assumption was that styling creams were meant for looser textures and finer hair.

DevaCurl Dupe? Review: Zotos Professional All About Curls at Sally Beauty Part 2

I.
Was.
Wrong.

I fell madly in love with the Bouncy Cream, so much so that I've already re-upped on another tube. It works unlike anything that I've ever used before — locking my curl pattern into place and creating a smooth canvas for the High Definition Gel to swoop in and seal the deal. It does an amazing job at warding off-frizz, and absolutely is the driving force behind why my wash and go's still look amazing several days later.

I bought another tube of Bouncy Cream before I even came close to running out — that's how good this stuff is.
So umm, Zotos... any chances of the Bouncy Cream coming in salon sizes with a pump? 👀 Asking for a friend (that is me).

The Bad
Nothing, nothing, and more nothing. Not a single thing wrong with the Bouncy Cream — except that it doesn't come in salon sizes yet (I'm gonna just put that into the atmosphere). 🙏🏽

DevaCurl Dupe? Review: Zotos Professional All About Curls at Sally Beauty Part 2
Left: DevaCurl. Right: All About Curls

The Bottom Line | DevaCurl Comparison
On the surface, I understand why some people gravitate toward the DevaCurl Styling Cream. It feels nice and silky, and goes on the hair smoothly. But that's honestly where the comparison to the Bouncy Cream ends. The DevaCurl Styling Cream did nothing to my hair except make it feel weird and coated.

I know some of you guys will say that I should try the Supercream for better results, but at this point, I'd rather just stick with what I know works — for a fraction of the price. Plus, I firmly believe that Zotos got Bouncy Cream right on the first try... and if it ain't broke, you shouldn't have to fix it (with a second iteration of the same product).

DevaCurl Dupe? Review: Zotos Professional All About Curls at Sally Beauty Part 2

High Definition Gel

Cost
$9.99 - $10.99 for 15oz (I find that online, All About Curls tends to be about $1 cheaper than in-store)

Where to Buy
Sally Beauty (online and in store)

Protein Free?
Yes!

Curly Girl Friendly?
Yes!

Active Ingredients
  • Water
  • Propylene Glycol: Humectant that improves moisture binding activity which results in silky smooth hair.
  • Acrylates Copolymer: Light film forming hair fixative.
  • Aminomethy Propanol: A small molecular weight buffering agent and pH adjuster.
  • Glycerin: Generally vegetable-based humectant that absorbs and retains moisture from the air.
  • PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil: Polyethylene glycol derivative of castor oil used to help reduce the surface tension of ingredients, while helping ingredients mix that normally would not.
  • Carbomer: Chemical composed of acrylic acid monomers that acts as a viscosity controlling agent (thickener).

The Good
Oh.
My.
Goodness.

Yall. LISTEN.

I just found my new favorite hair gel. Like, instant HG status — forreal. I wasn't expecting it. I wasn't even checking for it like that. I definitely wasn't expecting to fall in love. But that's how love works, right? Here you are just living your best life, minding your business and then BAM! 💥 Love.

DevaCurl Dupe? Review: Zotos Professional All About Curls at Sally Beauty Part 2
These curls are about 5 days old and poppin'!

I have used the High Definition Gel in conjunction with Bouncy Cream and the Daily Cream Conditioner for my last 4-5 wash and go's and I kid you not — my hair looks the better than it does with my WetLine and EcoStyler faves. I just emptied my first bottle of High Definition Gel, and I purchased two more in its place. Yes, it's that good.

For me, the perfect gel is one that tames my multiple textures, brings out my natural definition, and forms a gel cast that fades to reveal supple, plump curls. The All About Curls High Definition Gel hits all those notes and then some. It doesn't flake, doesn't leave my hair feeling dry, and gives me results that last for several days without needing a refresh.  

I'm telling you guys now — don't be surprised when you see the High Definition Gel on my Christina's Choice list.

The Bad
Absolutely nothing. Just run me my salon size, please! 😬

The Bottom Line | DevaCurl Comparison
Alright you guys, I'll be honest. I get why some people like DevaCurl styling products, namely the Ultra Defining Gel. On the Deva side, 2/3 of my hair looked great. It had a nice shine, felt good (on the first day), and had some nice bounce. But that top 1/3? All the nope. Plus, in the days that followed, my hair felt horribly straw-like and rough.

On the other hand, the All About Curls side gave me brilliant shine, great definition, and a nice feel all over — not just on my looser, normal porosity sections. And for that, All About Curls High Definition Gel is the absolute winner. I don't have time to use different products in different sections, and the High Definition Gel delivered great results across every single type and texture in my head. 

Not to mention, my full-sized bottle (15oz) of High Definition Gel cost the same as the 3oz travel-sized bottle of DevaCurl Ultra Defining Gel.

DevaCurl Dupe? Review: Zotos Professional All About Curls at Sally Beauty Part 2

Boosting Foam

Cost
$9.99 - $10.99 for 6.7oz (I find that online, All About Curls tends to be about $1 cheaper than in-store)

Where to Buy
Sally Beauty (online and in store)

Protein Free?
Yes!

Curly Girl Friendly?
Yes!

Active Ingredients
  • Water
  • PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil: Hydrogenated Castor Oil: Polyethylene glycol derivative of castor oil used to help reduce the surface tension of ingredients, while helping ingredients mix that normally would not.
  • Polyquaternium-46: Polymeric quaternary ammonium salt used as an antistatic agent and hair fixative (for hold).
  • VP/VA Copolymer: Polymer used as a film forming fixative (to create a cast and hold).
  • Lycium Barbarium Fruit Extract: Aka goji berry extract. Works as an anti-oxidant and softening agent.
  • Willowbark Extract: Extract containing salicin, known to have soothing properties for the skin.
  • Black Currant Fruit Extract: Rich in GLA (gamma-linolenic acid) which is a fatty acid that promotes healthy growth of skin and hair. Nourishes scalp and skin while helping to regulate conditions like eczema and psoriasis that cause flaking.

The Good, the Bad, and the Bottom Line
To be quite honest, I don't have a whole lot to say about the Boosting Foam. I used it for one wash and go, paired with the Soft Definition Gel. It wasn't a bad combination — it just wasn't my Bouncy Cream x High Definition jam, ya know?

The Boosting Foam didn't dry out my hair, or flake. But at the same time, it didn't give me the ping pang pow I was looking for. It's not a bad product, just not my fave, ya know?

I'm curious to see how the Boosting Foam would work on a rod set, so I'll eventually circle back around to update you guys on that. If you have any experience with the Boosting Foam, share with me in the comments below!

DevaCurl Dupe? Review: Zotos Professional All About Curls at Sally Beauty Part 2

Soft Definition Gel

Cost
$9.99 - $10.99 for 15oz (I find that online, All About Curls tends to be about $1 cheaper than in-store)

Where to Buy
Sally Beauty (online and in store)

Protein Free?
No. Contains hydrolyzed keratin.

Curly Girl Friendly?
Yes!

Active Ingredients
  • Water
  • VP/VA Copolymer: Polymer used as a film forming fixative (to create a cast and hold).
  • Triethanolamine: Buffering agent and pH adjuster that assists in emulsion (assisting in the mixture of oil and water ingredients).
  • Hydrolyzed Keratin: Protein that keeps hair strong and pliable. Helps to replace the amino acid cysteine (the main amino acid lost in hair handling and chemical processing). When keratin or any protein is hydrolyzed, the molecules are broken down and small enough to go beyond the cuticle and penetrate the hair shaft — strengthening all three layers of the hair.
  • Cocodimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Keratin: Cationic (positively charged) conditioning agent derived from keratin that adds gloss and shine while providing a silky soft feeling.
  • Benzophenone-4: UVB and UVA protectant that filters and blocks out harmful UV rays.
  • Oleth-20: Compound used to help reduce surface tension of formulas and get ingredients to dissolve in liquids that normally would not. Oleth-20 helps ingredients better penetrate the hair as well. 

The Good, the Bad, and the Bottom Line
Again, my experience with the Soft Definition Gel is limited. I used it three times— once in the above mentioned combo with the Boosting Foam, another time to quickly refresh my hair, and a third time to slick my hair back for a bun.

All in all, it's a solid gel — just not my High Definition jam. Although I will admit, when it came time to call an audible as I got ready to go out to dinner, the Soft Definition Gel came in super clutch. A little water, a little Soft Definition Gel and a handful of bobby pins took me from a dry, bent bun to this:

DevaCurl Dupe? Review: Zotos Professional All About Curls at Sally Beauty Part 2

Will I finish out the bottle, yes! Will it make it a part of my regular rotation? Not as long as Zotos keeps the High Definition Gel in stock!

Well guys, that's it for me and the 411 on the All About Curls collection! As you can see, I've definitely found some new holy grails to add to my collection. And based on the results of my little experiment, I will wholeheartedly recommend All About Curls over DevaCurl all day, EVERY DAY.

From price to performance, All About Curls by Zotos Professional runs circles around DevaCurl. I truly hope that Zotos Professional keeps the All About Curls line around for years to come — and produces their products in SALON SIZE so ya girl can stock up. Pleeeeeeeeeease!!! Team Zotos, if you're reading this, the curly girls need 33.8oz! 🙏🏽

Got any questions about my experiment or All About Curls? Leave 'em in the comments below! And if you missed it, don't forget to check out Part 1 of this review!


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