Archive for the ‘Beauty & Style’ Category

5 Check Out Shabby Apple Designer, Athelia Woolley

Check Out Shabby Apple Designer, Athelia Woolley

A little something I didn’t know about my favorite designer…


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    12 “Project Runway” Designer Gives BB&W Sneak Peek on Fall/Winter 2012!

    “Project Runway” Designer Gives BB&W Sneak Peek on Fall/Winter 2012!

    Yes; yes I know it’s not even spring yet. But these outfits by Althea Harper, a Project Runway Season 6 runner-up finalist, are just too stinking cute.


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      53 Hair Care Rip-Offs…Do NOT Get Caught Up in the Matrix Again!

      Hair Care Rip-Offs…Do NOT Get Caught Up in the Matrix Again!

      Why are all these so-called “natural hair products” jacking up their prices to kingdom come? Let’s really piss them off and share our own home made recipes and put these crooks out of business.


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        14 New Beauty Trend: Eyelash Extensions

        New Beauty Trend: Eyelash Extensions

        Say whaaaat? Weaves for your eyelashes? Will the Indians ever be safe again?


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          34 Your Skin: Cure for Clo Clo’s Eczema in the Sunday Wash.

          Your Skin: Cure for Clo Clo’s Eczema in the Sunday Wash.

          Clo Clo (the eight-year-old) was practically born with a rash. I suppose in the scheme of things–her being born 11 weeks early being a risk for a host of potential after affects, and none of them good–a perpetual eczema breakout is small potatoes since we got off so easy. She’s as healthy as a horse and smart as a tack…


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            11 Eye on Beauty: Royal Brush Review and Eye Shadow Tutorial!

            Eye on Beauty: Royal Brush Review and Eye Shadow Tutorial!

            It’s weird (in a very cool way) that peeps ask me how I do my makeup. Since I am essentially You Tube-taught, I guess that speaks volumes to the power of social media and peoples’ fondness to show the world their bathrooms. Finished product: If you’re interested in learning more about the Royal Brush tutorials, [...]


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              106 The Obamas (And No Other Black People) Are Fashion Icons Because White People Say So

              The Obamas (And No Other Black People) Are Fashion Icons Because White People Say So

              “I am so beyond these people and their incessant need to prove that black people are sub par and need of spoon fed instructions to life. At first, I was simply going to respond on the blog and leave it at that. But when I began to see the other comments, some of which suggest the opinion has been dubbed racist only because it was said by a white person in reference to blacks, I knew I had to expand my own opinion.”


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                7 Are You Over-Moisturizing Your Hair?

                Are You Over-Moisturizing Your Hair?

                Women, especially those that have recently crossed over to natural hair, become very aware of the fact that they need to moisturize their hair on a regular basis. Afro-textured hair (i.e. Type 4 and combination Type 3 & 4 hair) is quite dry by nature and it’s important to keep hair moisturized in order to prevent breakage that will result from lack of moisture.

                But there is a catch. Moisture is indeed great for our hair. But it is possible to have too much of a good thing. And when I say this, I mean that is very possible to over-moisturize your hair and end up with hair that is just as weak as it would be if your hair were overly dry.


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                  6 Dr. Phoenyx Drops Hair Care Knowledge In Fabulous New Book!!

                  Dr. Phoenyx Drops Hair Care Knowledge In Fabulous New Book!!

                  “If You Love It, It Will Grow” hair care book drops the knowledge and science to grow afro-textured hair long and strong


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                    11 Alan Eschenburg Answers Questions About “Simply Straight” Progressive Straightener

                    Alan Eschenburg Answers Questions About “Simply Straight” Progressive Straightener

                    Since I did a demonstration on Belegenza’s Simply Straight on Maxi-Me’s hair, there’s been a lot of questions that we’ve been getting. This latest one, along with Alan Eschenburg’s answer, might be helpful for those who still have some questions and concerns.


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                      175 BB&W’s First Healthy Hair Growth Challenge!

                      BB&W’s First Healthy Hair Growth Challenge!

                      I need moral support. And yes; I’m using peer pressure. Please don’t judge me.


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                        43 Beauty: Plastic Surgery Innovations, What Really Gives Away Your Age, and Help for a ‘Resting Frown’

                        Beauty: Plastic Surgery Innovations, What Really Gives Away Your Age, and Help for a ‘Resting Frown’

                        BB&W sat down with celebrity plastic surgeon, Babak Asizzadeh earlier this month, and he shared with me some insight into some burning questions some of you have about cosmetic surgery. He tailored his commentary specifically to African American women, and it’s amazing what’s new with treatment for a ‘resting frown’ (which can TOTALLY dampen your love life), nose jobs that hold the ethnic integrity of the patient, and the subtle indicators of aging, and ways to combat them.


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                          17 Camellia Oil For Fabulous Hair!

                          Camellia Oil For Fabulous Hair!

                          Camellia oil, or tea seed oil, is an incredible Japanese oil with a sweet, herbal aroma. It is made from the seeds of the Camellia flower and is a great source of unsaturated fats (similar to olive oil and grape seed oil), antioxidants, essential fatty acids, and is used in many high end beauty products. When used on hair, camellia oil helps to condition the hair shaft, stimulate scalp circulation, and promote healthy hair growth by preventing breakage and split ends.


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