Tresemme Naturals

I’ve seen this product online for a very long time before it actually landed in SA stores. So here’s my review. I used the conditioner and the shampoo and here’s my take.

Note I don't have a photo of the shampoo but those were in a black bottle like so:

For starters the shampoo has a gorgeous feel and doesn’t let my hair feel sticky at all. When it comes to the conditioner it simply glides and detangles with ease. I think some curlies refer to this as it having a good “slip”. Many users will find that because the conditioner isn’t to tacky, it allows for a leave in treatment for deep conditioning or you can simply leave it in and not rinse out at all. Doing twists and even braidouts with the conditioner in left my hair quite defined.   

Benefits recap:

• Non-sticky shampoo and conditioner
• Excellent slip shampoo
• Easy to apply
• Excellent detangling conditioner
• Clean feel shampoo without causing tangles

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·       The Tresemme Naturals range is pretty affordable ranging between R50 and R70, depending on the Treseme brand size availability as they come in 750ml and 900 ml bottle. However, I must add that I haven’t seen the product in stores for a while and I’m not sure if it’s been replaced with the Tresemme  Botanique Expert  Collection as these are also sulphate free.

You can purchase Tresemme at most retail grocery and pharmacy outlets throughout South Africa. 

4 Cute Updos for Valentines Day

Updos have been around for many years, in fact, the popular “Beehive” updo from the 60’s was a fashion trend for a long time and still features today in a modern retro twist. A typical updo is basically a ponytail, however, an actual updo is more exclusive and chic and seen worn as a hair style for an evening or special ado. Updo’s is all the hair pinned up and nothing falling free, but some can incorporate some lose strands which forms part of the style. With Valentine’s Day coming up, here are some beautiful updo’s to try for your special day with your significant other. You can choose a fun beach chic look or a more elegant, detailed look.

The following can be tweaked as you like and big afro curly locks also makes for a really cool trendy style even when pinned up from the sides and then into a more elegant but also fun Mohawk.

1- Beehive

Penelope Cruz - Beehive

The timeless beehive updo has been around for a long time and seen worn on many famous people of the ages. The beehive can be given a modern twist, or worn as the classic beehive hairstyle.

2- Bun

Tamera Mowry - Bun Updo

The popular bun can be worn any way as it is simply versatile and yet chic enough to wear to a special formal ado or casual for an everyday hairstyle. 

3- French Twist

Rachel McAdams - French Twist

The French Twist was a popular hairstyle during the 50’s and 60’s and the timeless hairdo still often features for special occasions and can be you go-to hairstyle come this Valentine’s Day. 

4- Chignon

Jada Pinkett Smith - Braided Chignon bun

A Chignon updo is virtually a twisted bun located at the nape of the neck. The Chignon updo gets its name from a French word meaning “nape” of neck. This is also a great look for formal or casual occasions.

Whichever updo you choose to wear this Valentin's Day, you can look great and wow the crowd with your gorgeous hairstyle. 

Happy Valentine's Day :)

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Keratin Treatment on Natural Hair

I’ve been considering and weighing my options to help loosen my natural curls for a long time. Yes I believe in being natural because that’s ultimately the best way to keep your hair healthy as chemicals may have adverse effects. However, because I don’t perm my hair often, my hair hasn’t been breaking off in anyway apart from the usual detangle shedding at wash day. My hair is currently over my shoulder and I am still continuing to grow it long. I am now looking into the option of a Keratin treatment perhaps and still weighing my options.

So what goes into a Keratin treatment?

In a nutshell, because hair is made of Keratin (protein), what the treatment does is promote the Keratin in the hair by adding more, which results in a smooth finish and less frizz. A Keratin hair straightening product will be applied to the hair which will be accompanied by a flat ironing process to lock the product into hair and activate it. For curls, the Keratin treatment will help smoothen and reduce the frizz so whether or not you choose to wear your hair curly or straight, it will look great and frizz free.

Process time

The process to have the treatment is fairly long and you have to make sure that you clear your schedule for the day and also take some reading material to keep you occupied.

Conclusion and benefits

·         Reduces styling time at home

·         Reduces frizz

·         Makes hair more manageable

·         Can wash and go

·         No need for lots of product

·         Long lasting

·         Relaxes and loosens curls

Products

Evolution Keratin

Hair Go Straight

Brazilian Blowout

Refs:

http://keratinproducts.co.za/

http://www.hairgostraight.co.za/

http://www.brazilianblowout.co.za/

Happy Holidays!

Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! 

Dear readers, I want to wish everyone a wonderful and safe holiday season. 

Thank you for taking the time to visit my blog and having a read, I truly appreciate it. This post features a poem from my travel blog, written by me, I hope you enjoy. :)

https://travelsahoy.wordpress.com/ 

The year has come and tis nearly gone,

Tis been a year of discovery, a year of maturity, a year 365 day long,

Now comes the time to recap and behold all achievements both new and old

For this year’s journey leads us to a new venture on life’s road,

A new chapter begins in just a few days,

New adventures, meets, and experiences to possibly stand amazed,

Yet more wonderful experiences to grow and discover anew

And become one step closer to an even better you...

Happy Holidays and Prosperous New Year!

Safe travels and peace to all!

Pic Ref:

http://www.home.co.za/pdp/hanging-star-pine-cone-ornament-gold/_/A-154801AACI9

How to maintain your puffy-hair if you have ear piercings

I picked this topic because I too have mega hair, and I have decided this year to have some more piercings done in my ears. A major one I’ve been eyeing for the longest time is one called a “helix” piercing it’s essentially a cartilage piercing situated at the top of your ear and looks pretty badass J - in this post I hope to assist on how to take care of your ear piercings without chopping your hair off.

Getting the piercing

Whilst some people may resort to shaving some of their hair off on the side they’re wish to have their piercing done because this will minimize chances of hair getting into the new piercing. I initially decided when I went for my piercing earlier this year that I would go ahead and braid my hair so that I can manage it during the healing time.

I braid my own hair and usually it doesn’t last more than 2 weeks starts going frizzy as soon as a few days are past, however stays way neater for longer in braids as opposed to two-strand twists. In the picture that me and you can see my braided hair. As I do my own braids I never use fibre (maybe it would’ve lasted longer and stayed neater with fibre). This helped that my hair didn’t tangle around the earring which was a surgical steel barbell (essentially one of the best starter jewellery, next to bead closures).

Braiding

Braiding is a very good hairstyle to help keep your hair back from getting into your piercing. It is neat and pretty and low maintenance and can be done loose or in cornrows.

Twists

Twists is another good style for natural hair, you can go for chunky or thin twists and best of all it will help keep your hair back from being tangled in your new piercing.

Blowdrying your hair

I wouldn’t recommend blowdrying hair because when a piercing is new, the heat of the hairdryer tends to irritate a piercing even more, so if you can utilise braids or twists it may stay in for longer and thus no need to change hairstyles and no need to blowdry hair.

You can tie your hair up with a hairband if you do not wish to braid your hair. However, I recommend for the first week or two to make sure that you braid or twist your hair so that you do not need to redo your hair and risk hurting your new piercing. Use fibre to hold hair firmly in place for longer.

I look forward to hear from you and your natural hair journey.

Feel free to share your stories :) 

2 Of the best starter jewellery for new piercings

I have been interested in piercings and tattoos for a long time and have been doing some research over the past few years, a slow process, since I barely have time for lots of things. Whilst I took to finding out more before I ventured off and got some more piercings for my ears at this stage, I’ve learnt some valuable tips about cleaning it, avoiding infection and what jewellery is the best to wear as starter jewellery. Many people may have received (including me) their very first piercings at a local jewellery store or as in my case at a Discom (when those beauty-off-the counter supply retailers were still around). The only thing about having your ears pierced at a jewellery store is the fact that they use piercing guns which isn’t the most hygienic because it cannot be thoroughly cleaned from bacteria as needles can via an autoclave.

Bar bells or bead closures for starter jewellery?

Both bar bells and ball closure rings (captive bead ring) also abbreviated as “brc or cbr” are two of the most efficient jewellery to aid the healing process of new piercings.

Why are these surgical jewellery so much better to use than regular studs? Here are some characteristics that make ball closure rings and bell bars great:

Bar bells

·         Longer bar to allow  for swelling during the healing process

·         Longer bar does not put pressure on the piercing area

·         Easier to clean around the piercing area with salt water solution

·         Doesn’t get tangled in hair

Ball closure rings

·         The diameter of the ring allows for easy cleaning of the piercing area

·         The diameter of the ring allows room for the piercing area to swell during the healing process

·         Doesn’t put any pressure on the pierced area

Needless to say, surgical steel is also very affordable and the least prone to cause allergic reactions.  

Let me know your thoughts :) 

Why you could use a trim

Growing your natural hair long can be a long process and some may find that it can be quite hard to do. However, it can be less difficult when you take care not to inflict too much damaging elements. This post will cover why it’s a good idea to trim your natural hair every now and then. 

Rachel True

Benefits to having a trim

1.    Eliminates split-ends

By trimming regularly, you can ensure that your hair stays looking great and is free from dry ends. Some hair professionals advice trimming every 8 to twelve weeks especially for longer hair. Trimming will keep hair healthy and encourage strength so that hair isn’t vulnerable to breakage as opposed to dry and splitting ends.

2.   Retains length

If hair is trimmed often, it will grow healthier and experience less breakage which is excellent.

3.   Simpler to style

Hair that looks healthier is better to style and finishes off a styled look without having to hide dry ends.

4.   Less tangles

When brushing or combing through hair that hasn’t got any split ends will result in less tangles and easier manageability and the comb or brush will glide through easier than if the hair ends was split.

When should you get a trim?

The ideal time to get a trim if you weren’t keeping track of how many times you trim your hair via a regular schedule such as every 12 weeks, then there are typical signs that shows it’s time to have a trim:

·         Dry wispy/straw-like ends

·         Dull ends

·         Single strand knots

·         Splitting strands

Share your hair stories and advice – I would love to hear from you J