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Showing posts with label natural. Show all posts
Wednesday, January 5, 2011
Bye, Bye Henna...A quick update...
Hey gals, I thought I'd do a quick update on my hair...
I've been rocking red locks for awhile now, thanks to henna. And while I love the color, and absolutely adore what henna has done for my hair, I'm not entirely sad to say I may be giving it up. Henna has absolutely been a miracle worker in salvaging my trashed out locks, honestly I can't sing it's praises loud enough. My hair went from split ends, overall dryness and dullness, and just generally being unhealthy, to shiny, moisturized, luscious locks. Seriously. But, all good things must come to an end.
I thoroughly enjoy changing my hair color, before henna, changing my hair color was a monthly occurence. Red one day, blonde the next, and the cycle goes on and on. When it comes to my beauty routine, I like variety. After all, variety is the spice of life. So. henna and I are breaking up. However, I have recently discovered the joys of cassia and I think I've found my rebound.
When I first started researching henna, months and months ago, I also stumbled upon cassia, but ignored it in favor of henna. At the time, I wanted red locks, and that was the end of the story. Within the last month or so, I've started researching alternatives to henna. While I would like my color to change, I'd like to keep reaping the overall benefits of henna. Yes, I want to have my cake and eat it too.
Unfortunately for me, and any other henna-head who has a change of heart, henna is virtually impossible to remove. You could try, but you'd probably end up with utterly fried hair long before the henna is gone. Or worse, bald. I am not desperate enough to risk either of those options, so I'll just have to grow it out, and cut it off.
Anywho, I'll post more in depth info on cassia coming up; what it is, what it does, etc. Just wanted to post a quick update.
If you've tried cassia, what'd you think?
Saturday, July 25, 2009
Review: Tarte Lights, Camera, Splashes! Waterproof Mascara
Sephora Says: A waterproof lengthening, curling, volumizing, and conditioning mascara. Tarte Lights, Camera, Splashes! 4-In-1 Waterproof Mascara's waterproof formula gives you the bombshell lashes you love, and is guaranteed to stay put through rain, sweat or tears.

Mrs. Blacksten Says: Love, love, love! Tarte's Lights, Camera, Splashes! Waterproof Mascara is awesome; not only is it waterproof, but it does a major job of giving my lashes clean definition, and length. I have relatively long lashes as it is, but if I can emphasize that even more, I'm all for it. So far I've had no trouble with clumping, or flaking, which is a common problem with waterproof mascara. Another plus as I've mentioned before is that Tarte's Lights, Camera, Splashes! Waterproof Mascara is natural, which I love in eye products. Sometimes mascara and eyeliner tend to make my eyes water because of the chemicals, with this that is not a problem. Another thumbs up to the lovely ladies at Tarte. Tarte's Lights, Camera, Splashes! Waterproof Mascara can be bought direct through Tarte or Sephora for $18.

Mrs. Blacksten Says: Love, love, love! Tarte's Lights, Camera, Splashes! Waterproof Mascara is awesome; not only is it waterproof, but it does a major job of giving my lashes clean definition, and length. I have relatively long lashes as it is, but if I can emphasize that even more, I'm all for it. So far I've had no trouble with clumping, or flaking, which is a common problem with waterproof mascara. Another plus as I've mentioned before is that Tarte's Lights, Camera, Splashes! Waterproof Mascara is natural, which I love in eye products. Sometimes mascara and eyeliner tend to make my eyes water because of the chemicals, with this that is not a problem. Another thumbs up to the lovely ladies at Tarte. Tarte's Lights, Camera, Splashes! Waterproof Mascara can be bought direct through Tarte or Sephora for $18.
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Review: EDM Flat Top Brush
The Everyday Minerals Flat Top Brush is amazing, and if you haven't check it out yet do so immediately. This brush and all the brushes from EDM are the softest brushes I have every had the pleasure of touching. This brush is great at applying mineral foundation, and if you're a full coverage kinda gal like myself, then this is the brush for you. The brush is synthetic, which for me is another huge plus, because I have oily skin and wash my face brushes often. As we all know, natural hair brushes tend to get scratchy after multiple washings and after you wash them the first time, they'll never regain their original shape again. With synthetic brushes this isn't a problem and the Flat Top brush is just as soft now as the day USPS delivered it.
The Flat Top is also super durable, and well-made, I've had it for quite a while and it still looks and feels brand new. At only $10 a pop this brush is well worth it, and I know a few users who are so paranoid that EDM will get rid of this brush that they've stocked up on it. The brush can only purchased online through http://www.everydayminerals.com/
The Flat Top is also super durable, and well-made, I've had it for quite a while and it still looks and feels brand new. At only $10 a pop this brush is well worth it, and I know a few users who are so paranoid that EDM will get rid of this brush that they've stocked up on it. The brush can only purchased online through http://www.everydayminerals.com/
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