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Curly Like Me for 4C

I am trying a new method for curly hair y'all. I don't know how I will like it because so far, it is not so good!! I checked out this book called "Curly Like Me" by Teri LaFlesh. She shares her life/hair story in the book, throws in some pics, and lastly, gives instruction for shampooing, conditioning, and styling curly hair. Pros Easy to read Instructional pictures Ingredient breakdowns List cheap products Tool list Simple approach Cons Repetitive Not for kinky hair Styles for long hair Week 1 Used TresEmme Moisture Rich condtioner as my leave-in/styler. Did not like the white residue after hair dried, however, I did like the way my hair felt and looked during the drying process. Not really patient enough to "doodle" my hair and I could use less conditioner next time. I don't feel this method is for me. It required a lot of product, a lot of time in the shower and a...

Rose Water For Everything

Rose water benefits your body in a number of ways. Everyone knows rose water is great for your face, but did you know that it can also be used as a mouthwash, eye wash, hair moisturizer, for flavoring drinks and food. The uses are numerous. The following is courtesy of guide2herbalremedies.com "Numerous rose water benefits include antibacterial, soothing, healing and antiseptic properties. It is very rich in flavonoids and vitamins, including A, C, D, E and B3. That is why if taken in the form of a therapeutic tea, it can help to enrich our body with useful nutrients and minerals, as well as lower the risks of bladder infections and heart disease, relieve digestive problems and nervous tension, relieve eye irritation and dental pains caused by paradontosis, and so on. But mainly, rose water benefits are used to treat skin infections and this natural product is an important agent for many skin care techniques. It has excellent soothing effects, can improve the condition of dry ...
Ultra Moisturizing Conditioner 1/4 cup 100% vegetable glycerin 3/4 cup organic aloe vera juice Cantu Shea Butter leave-in or EV Coconut oil Mix the two liquids together, add the leave-in or coconut oil, mix well. Apply to clean, deep conditioned, detangled hair. Put on a shower cap and leave in for 1 hour or more then rinse. Store remainder in the refrigerator up to 3 days.