*image courtesy of NC.com
Hmmmmmmmmmm….
I learned through an article on NC.com that Mizani has produced a line called True Textures after spending “years researching the needs of women with natural texture”.
Ooookaaayyyy…
I suppose I have to give them the benefit of the doubt. But I have not seen any ingredient lists posted anywhere. I have to wonder if mineral oil will be the first or second ingredient, because I am pretty sure it will be there somewhere.
I have emailed them asking for ingredient lists, but I don’t know if I’ll be replied to. We may just have to wait until people start complaining buying the products.
They have also come up with a hair typing system called the Mizani Natural Curl Key. I’ve never been big into typing, though.
I really do hope that they actually have developed a line with quality ingredients and affordable prices. I am encouraged that they are even trying to cater to natural women. However, I would encourage them to maybe feature some models with differing hair types from tightly coiled to loose wavy. When I look at the picture above, I am left wondering if she is wearing a wig or if her natural “curls” come from a curling iron.
Thanks so much to Mesha for sending me a link to this Essence gallery article called Hairstyle File: The History of Revolutionary Hair. Very interesting, in particular the first woman featured. I will have to research her a bit more.
Frances Harper
I was browsing Clutch Magazine when I saw an interesting article I thought I’d share here. It was written by Laquita, an inspiring natural and fellow blogger.
Ten Natural Hair Commandments
THE FIRST LADIES OF CURLY HAIR CARE TO HIT UP L.A.!
Titi & Miko Branch to Host Event at Wilshire Beauty
October 25, 2009 – {Los Angeles, CA}— Miko and Titi Branch, celebrity stylists and creators of Miss Jessie’s® (www.missjessies.com) line of curly hair products, will be hosting a one day only event at Wilshire Beauty (www.wilshirebeauty.com) a beauty apothecary and salon in Los Angeles, CA on Sunday October 25th 2009 from 11:00am-4:00pm. Titi, Miko, and their team of natural hair experts will be doing product demonstrations, a meet and greet with customers, and individual customer consultations and styling. Every hour a raffle will be held and the winner will receive a basket containing the entire Miss Jessie’s® line!
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Miss Nappturality
America’s Next Natural Model 09
Now that Chris Rock has shown us one part of Black women’s hair care in his film Good Hair, America can watch how the other part is styling their hair in a pageant called America’s Next Natural Model organized by Going-Natural.com.
Each of the ten participating beauties is proud to show their natural texture to the fullest and proof that African hair can be extremely beautiful without hazardous chemicals, extensions or weaves.
The successful pageant is in its second year. Last year’s winner, Tiana Tamara Townsel is today’s Miss Black Washington.
America’s Next Natural Model is an online competition with judges but users have a final say in who becomes gets the title by voting and leaving comments in a social networking environment. It’s American Idol meets America’s Next Top Model on the web at Going-Natural.com.
The competition starts on November 2nd and runs until December 28. For more information visit Going-Natural.com or email info@going-natural.
Here’s a twitter contest some of you may be interested in from the blog, Keeping up with the Huxtables. Click here to enter for a free hair appointment at a newly opened salon. It sounds like the blog owner had a nice experience, read the post for more info and good luck to those who enter!
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For those of you who like Jane Carter Solutions products, you may be interested to know that they have a new shampoo.
Jane Carter Solution (www.janecartersolution.com) the leader in natural hair care products introduces a new natural daily conditioning shampoo for all hair textures. Hydrating Invigorating Shampoo is an SLS-free, paraben-free cleansing shampoo that gives a great sudsy wash without drying or stripping the hair and scalp of their natural oils. It is gentle enough for the whole family to use as well as those with color treated, dry, or damaged hair. Peppermint Organic Essential Oil stimulates and exfoliates the scalp, removing dandruff and providing a refreshing cooling and tingly sensation.
SLS (Sodium Lauryl Sulfate) is the reason many daily shampoos are simply too drying for most hair types. Hydrating Invigorating Shampoo’s SLS-free formula keeps hair moisturized, healthy and strong, prevents breakage, and encourages hair growth. It also hydrates the scalp deterring dandruff, flaking, and itchiness. The Hydrating Invigorating Shampoo (SRP $10.00, 8 fl. oz.) has amazing detangling properties, adds a healthy shine to strands and the fresh lemon verbena scent leaves hair smelling clean and natural.
Other Key Ingredients:
v Whole Wheat Protein – makes hair strong, preventing breakage
v Peppermint Organic Essential Oil – gives a cooling effect to scalp, removes dandruff and build-up
v Nettle – stimulates hair root, promoting hair growth
v Burbock – calms and soothes the scalp and protects hair color
Directions: Apply to wet hair, lather well and rinse clean. Gentle enough to use every day.
I am being sent a sample of this to try out so I’ll have a review up at some point.
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October is breast cancer awareness month. Having a family member who had breast cancer and fought it, I am very close to this issue.
Here are some companies with special deals in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month:
Sweet Grass Farm Hope, Courage & Faith Fragrance Stick Set (SRP $29.95)…like a beautiful bouquet of flowers–your eye is drawn to this ensemble. Sophisticated and charming, Carnation and Pink Peppercorn Fragrance begins with a heady burst of spicy carnation, with light notes of pepperberry. The top notes are balanced out with the exotic and grounding notes of pink peppercorn along with green notes of cedar. Long lasting, yet soft and steady, the fragrance is a gentle reminder of hope for those touched by Breast Cancer. Year round Sweet Grass Farm will support National Breast Cancer Awareness Month by donating 10% of the proceeds for each sale of its Hope, Courage & Faith Fragrance Stick Set to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. www.sweetgrassonline.com
DecorativeThings.com Keep Calm and Carry On Poster – ($20.00) ($124.00 framed) – Perfect for any room in the house! Available in Red/White, Sea Green, Baby Pink, Sky Blue, and Charcoal. Poster Included. 1/2″ wide, wood frame with Plexiglas. Screen printed by hand on high quality 170gm fine paper with a matte finish. Imported from England. Framed poster: 17 1/2 x 24 3/4. Frame available in black or white. $5.00 of each poster sale will be donated to the Israel Cancer Research Fund. www.decorativethings.com
CURLS™ is proud to help the fight against breast cancer by introducing an exclusive breast cancer awareness package for October 2009. 20% of sales for the month will be donated to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. The package contains two of CURLS™’ best selling “cocktail” inspired products in a special pink CURLS™ bag ($34.00) to show support for the cause. www.curls.biz
- Quenched Curls Moisturizer ~ Give your curls just what they need…moisture! Use daily or alone as a second day curl refresher or under any CURLS™ styler for curl prepping. It’s “underwear for your hair.”
- Curl Gel-les’c (Curl Jealousy) ~ It isn’t a gel, and not quite a serum, it’s Curl Gel-les’c (pronounced Curl Jealousy). This styler imparts brilliant sheen, banishes frizz, and holds those twirls in place. Create enviable curls that every woman dreams of.
