Three Favorite Things of 2014: Natural Hair

Hey CURLfriends!

This has been a great year!! I became a mommy for the second time, I big chopped for the second time and there was you, my audience who really showed interest in my words, thanks! I can't begin to express how great God is in spite of so many things. But this isn't testimony hour..Lol. Let's talk Favorite NATURAL HAIR Things of 2014!!

As I Am Twist Defining Cream!!!

I love this stuff for my Twist Outs, Braid Outs etc. Yes HAIR!!!! This baby was a game changer this year for me. Its a new staple of mine! Check out my full review for why I love this stuff so much.

Flat Twists

This year I officially perfected my flat twists and my flat twisted FROhawk was born!!! Yes flat twists made this year a sweet one!! Love them!!!

Avocado Oil

Can we talk about moisture retention & hydration?? I love avocado oil! No it's not a moisturizer, no oil is but this baby comes close. It penetrates my hair what do well and helps smooth, soften, add shine, yes ma'am it does!! This baby is a new staple of mine. Thanks 2014!!

My Ipsy Subscription!!! November Glam Bag

Hey Beauties!

So I recently subscribed to the ipsy glam bag.  It's a $10 monthly subscription similar to curlbox or curlkit that is sll about beauty! I'm talking from makeup, to skincare,  haircare and nail care! This month I received my first glam bag. Super hype!!!!! I recieved 5 products in total. A mix of samples and full size.

J. Cat Wonder Lip Paint
Be a Bombshell Eye Base
beDelectable hand cream
Starlooks gem pencil
Glam Glow Powermud Dualcleanse Treatment

Here's the best thing about this subscription though, these items were picked for me based on a quiz I took when I started the subscription. Each person's bag is different!!! Love it, Love it, Love it!! Reviews on the individual products to come!!!!!

Thanks for Reading!

What Kind of Co washer are you?

When choosing a co wash product you must take into consideration one very crucial detail..your regimen! What kind of cowasher are you? When do you shampoo, if ever? These questions are important.

The Strictly Co wash Natural

The Strictly co wash Natural DOES NOT shampoo or doesn't shampoo for long periods of time. She believes the shampoo only strips her hair and makes it dry. If this is you, you want to clarify at some point to break down buildup. The co wash for you is a cleansing conditioner or regular conditioner that does not contain non-soluble silicones.

The Mid-Week/Between Shampoos Co wash Natural

If you're a mid-Week or between shampoos cowasher your use co washing to prolong the moisture and cleanliness of your hair til your next wash. You co wash to refresh and remoisturize your hair and the conditioner you use to co wash doesn't really matter because you shampoo often.

Trying Out Co washing?

If you're just trying out co washing in your routine you have plenty of choices. My suggestion is that you try co washing wit a cheapy conditioner like VO5 to see if you like co washing, this way you don't break the bank on a method that doesn't suit you. If you fall in love with co washing and add it to your regimen I suggest you try a cleansing conditioner. Based on how often you shampoo you'll be able to decide the kind of cowasher you are and what co wash to use.

Stay Tuned for the next post! I'll explore why I suggest certain co wash products based on the cowasher you are!

As Always Thanks for Reading!

-Samantha Michelle

No Poo November

Hey Naturalistas, I'm back!!!

This November is No Poo November for Koily Kinks And Things! It's all about Co washing and I'm going to give you tips, tricks and products to make your co wash days a natural success! Stay Tuned.