Do you hate taking a shower knowing the amount of time it's going to take you to style your hair? Do you have to take a break half way through blow drying to rest? I do! I have spent the last 15 years of my life going against what God gave me. I have naturally curly hair and lots of it. As I have gotten older though, I have noticed hair loss and less volume.
Though years of trying products I can tell you that you get what you pay for. I was using Garnier Fructis Length and Strength shampoo and conditioner. My hair was to the middle of my back when I noticed how badly it looked. The strands were split and damaged due to blow drying, straightening, and dying. I honestly thought that I just had "bad hair". I then got 7 inches cut off and started doing my research.
I have noticably starting losing strands around my hair line. I wanted a shampoo that was going to work at the scalp to strengthen hair and create a smooth cuticle. I then wanted a conditioner that would smooth the hair and help with shine. I luckily found this duo at ULTA and have loved it ever since. Yes, these are two seperate brands but together they create soft supple hair with no residue. Paul Mitchell Tea Tree Special Shampoo (ULTA $15) and Redken All Soft conditioner (ULTA $15). These products lasted me 2.5 months. You do have to use the shampoo for about a month before your hair will get used to it. At first you will not see a lather and you may experience some dandruff while your scalp adjusts...stick with it! You will love your hair after 1 month.
I then wrap my hair in a towel for around 10 minutes just to get some moisture out. I brush my hair with a large paddle brush and flip my head up side down while applying these next products. (Flipping your head upside down will prevent you from applying product to your scalp which will prevent volume) First I apply a small dime size amount of got 2b Oil-licious. I found mine at Walgreens for about $7. Then I use a quarter size amount of the Redken Blown Away 09. This will prevent heat damage. Then I apply the Pureology Super Smooth Serum. All curly girls should use this when straightening! It smooths hair and creates shine. After straightening with a large round brush I will put my hair in curlers. I use Remington Hot Curlers (20 peice set)...LOVE these hot rollers!!! After taking the rollers out (I leave mine in for 15 minutes) spray an oil on your hair such as Orgaix. After setting the curls where you want them spray TRESeme freeze hold Level 5 onto your hair.
Your curls should last all day!
Monday, April 29, 2013
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Saturday, April 27, 2013
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Ootd (4/27/13)
October was full of fun! We got our family pictures taken, Ethan is now obsessed with Hot Wheels, and Jacob attended his first skate party!
Garber Family 2012
Ethan eating cereal at Grandma's house next to Savannah. Ethan playing at McDonald's Playroom. Ethan with his Hot Wheels all lined up.
Jacob trying on masks at Kroger. Halloween costumes, Jacob was a Ninja and Ethan was a Beach Man. Jacob helping me get customers to my yard sale. Jacob skating with his school.
Jacob's school picture (4th Grade).
It's my favorite time of year! The leaves are turning orange, yellow, and red. The hot humid air is replaced by a cool breeze. Bonfires, pumpkin spice everything, and hoodies...just brings a smile to my face! During our walk on Sunday the kids decided to play in the leaves and pick their favorites for a craft. Grandma Carol helped them glue leaves to paper and sign their name.
These donuts are not only easy to make, they're easy on your wallet too! I only spent $2 and made 36 donuts! You'll never have to eat a cold donut again :)
Ingredients:
Can of GRANDS Home style Biscuits
1/4 cup Vegetable Oil
1 cup powdered sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 Paper Bags
1. Cut Biscuits into quarters
2. Using a saucepan heat oil to 200-240 degrees. Drop biscuits into oil. Brown on each side for 2 minutes.
3. Drain on a paper towel for a couple seconds then immediately drop into a paper bag with either powdered or granulated sugar. Shake!
4. Enjoy!
Last weekend I attended a going away party and wore a casual outfit that got plenty of compliments! You always know you're doing something right when someone close to you recognizes it!
The outfit was a "foundation" of black. Black knit pants from Express paired with a cowl neck black shirt from GAP. I then paired this base with a colorful scarf from Express and taupe boots from Target. The leather jacket I have is from Kohl's. All the items I was wearing are from 2011, so I updated with the following outfit which is available online just by clicking the links below.
Whenever you get the chance to purchase items such as a basic tee or pants, always choose black or white. You can play up these items with accessories and bright colored cardigans. Also if accessories aren't your style you can wear the black outfit with a red lipstick and liquid eyeliner and hair in soft curls.
The outfit was a "foundation" of black. Black knit pants from Express paired with a cowl neck black shirt from GAP. I then paired this base with a colorful scarf from Express and taupe boots from Target. The leather jacket I have is from Kohl's. All the items I was wearing are from 2011, so I updated with the following outfit which is available online just by clicking the links below.
Whenever you get the chance to purchase items such as a basic tee or pants, always choose black or white. You can play up these items with accessories and bright colored cardigans. Also if accessories aren't your style you can wear the black outfit with a red lipstick and liquid eyeliner and hair in soft curls.
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