Meet My Natural Hair | Keyda Update

I cannot believe it has been this long since I have posted! It has been so much going on that sometimes I'm not sure if I have time to just BE! I am sure ALL of you know where I am coming from! #queenin #blackgirlmagic So, many hats, so many super women!

Well, I have realized that I have not received a touch-up since July 2014!!!!!! And it was a journey through a long year. In fact, prior to my wedding day, I had a ...

BIG CHOP! Yes, this is not a typo! I cut off the rest of my relaxed ends and am officially all natural! It has been AMAZING! I LOVE MY CURLS and have grown to love my "fro". Honestly, I was very timid about wearing my curls out as I have not seen my hair in curls since middle school. Of course, I  make that face the moment someone goes for my hair (you know which one!) and try to bite my tongue when asked how does my hair curl (normal response.."wash it"). *le sigh* I have learned to own it and walk confidently in my natural hair, so who knows when, if ever, I will get another perm. I still love a good blow out! Although, my last one was for my wedding!

Positives:

• My hair is manageable.. surprisingly.. like really. While the tangles are not always fun, I am definitely more pleased taking them out compared to before. 
• My scalp can breath! It has not been as itchy or irritated in-between my washes. 
• I can literally just ... GO! Like, it's amazing that I can simply fluff and go! :) 
• Confidence. This is not something about my "hair" but what has grown in me since going natural. I have always been a fierce one hehe but now I just feel so much more confident in any style I wear and feel no judgement. 

Negatives:

• Laziness due to the fluffiness. Honestly, I have difficulty changing up my styles and remembering to wash at least 2 times a week. I hope to co-wash more often in-between my full-on wash days. (I need to do better)
• Trimming. I really need to find a method so I will definitely be exploring some of the ways KLP was discussing here. 

I have grown to have a few "go-to" styles that are easy and manageable with my hair. However, as my hair grows, I try to mix it up and I definitely plan on trying Curlformers that KLP raves about! I cannot wait to give them a try! :)

Let me know what you think and how your journey is going!

xoxo
Keyda

Happy Birthday SavingOurStrands + Top Stories of 2015

We're three years old!

Pop the confetti, sprinkle the glitter, it's Saving Our Strands BIRTHDAY!!!!

Omgosh so much has changed over the last year...

I went from MBL

Final Relaxed Hair Length Check

to "chile I don't even know how long my hair is"....

My hair lately: twist and curl

My bloggy bestie got hitched....

Just Married Mark & Keyda

and I rocked extensions for the first time in YEARSSS!

Meet My Kurly Klips!

It's still hard to believe that SavingOurStrands is 3 years old! Keyda and I NEVER imagined that our silly slightly neurotic hair blog would attract hundred's of followers or nab over 505,000+ page views from 10 countries across the global. Y'all DA REAL MVP! Thanks for allowing us to share our shenanigans and teeny tiny spot in your hearts.

Un mil besitos!
KLP

[Life] Just Married! Congrats Keyda & Mark!

I bet you guys are wondering...what happened to my hair obsessed partna in crime MK? Well..she's been crazy busy because now she's a MRS!

Her wedding was literally one of the most beautiful ceremonies that I've ever attended.

Because their love was as radiant as the sunset.

And It was crazy fun.

Totally Keyda & Mark style.

Authentic. Genuine. Sincere.

But of course, her hair game was on point too!

 
With a classic swirled double halo braid into a neat bun topped with a Haku Lei.

Ho'omaika'i 'ana Keyda and Mark!

[Hairstyle] Wedding Hair Inspiration

Hola Chicas! 

I am in the midst of planning a wedding! Ahhhh... It is getting quite real! :P I wanted to share a few of my bridal hair ideas and see if you all had any more ideas for inspiration. 

Here is a little information about wedding! It will be rustic and elegant. I am having a late August wedding with a outdoor ceremony/cocktail hour and our reception within a lodge that looks like a "log house" with a GORGEOUS fire place. A lot of things are DIY so this summer will be quite busy! hehe 

My fiancé Mark was born and raised in Hawaii, so I will be wearing a traditional Haku Lei (flower crown) over my head and he will be wearing a Ti Leaf lei. These are meant to ward off bad spirits and to further bring happiness in our marriage! :) And they look gorge! So, naturally, I have some ideas... Check them out! 

1. Braided Crown with Flowers -- I think this style is gorge! I think it would definitely fit my face and my dress. The Haku Lei would also fit perfectly atop my head in this style or it can even be worked through my hair. 

2. Long Side Loose Braid  -- This would also be quite lovely. However, I am worried about my hair making me hot if it is on my neck the entire time. But it has a nice flow to it! 

3. Knotted Side Swept Up-Do - Again, the Haku Lei would fit perfectly atop this style. I think it goes lovely with my dress and envisioned jewelry. I also think that it will not make me hot with this and actually help keep me cool. 

These are my top inspirations and ideas for my wedding day! If you have some, let me know! Here is my dress so you get an idea of my style... :D CAN NOT WAIT FOR MY FITTING!  

Let me know your thoughts and ideas! 

xoxo

Keyda

[Review] DermOrganic Products {Keyda}

Hola Chicas!
Over a month ago, I stumbled across "DermOrganic" as I was shopping for my DC. After reading the ingredients, I was intrigued as I desperately need to keep the moisture and strength in my hair. So, I bought travel size bottles of their shampoo, conditioner and hair repair masque. I wanted to use it for a significant amount of time before reviewing. I must say this might be a new found treasure. :) 

DermOrganic Daily Conditioning Shampoo with Argan Oil 

Ingredients:Aqua/Eau/Water, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Cetearyl Glucoside, Methyl Gluceth-20, Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Extract, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract, Rice Amino Acids, PCA, Panthenol B5, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Glycereth-2 Cocoate/Benzoic Acid, Parfum/Fragrance
 

Directions:
Apply to wet hair, massage, and rinse. Follow with DermOrganic Masque and/or DermOrganic Daily Hydrating Conditioner.
 

The Real: I absolutely love how clean it makes my scalp/hair feel. It also lathers up really well and there is still a lot in my "travel" size container. You only need a small amount to fully clean your hair. With my increase in tangles, it helped tremendously to detangle my hair and make it more manageable. I have actually found pre-detangling now less of a headache (still a small one lol) and more manageable as I have used DermOrganic consistently. My scalp has also been less irritated as well. During the winter and stressful times, my eczema gets pretty bad and effects my scalp as well. And it is winter...and I am planning a wedding... lol 


DermOrganic Daily Conditioner


Ingredients:Aqua/Eau/Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Stearalkonium Chloride, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Panthenol B5, Rice Amino Acids, Methyl Gluceth-20, Organic Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Organic Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Extract, Organic Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract, PCA, Glycereth-2 Cocoate & Benzoic Acid, Parfum/Fragrance.

Directions: 
Apply and distribute throughout clean hair, then rinse. Follow with DermOrganic Leave-In Treatment or DermOrganic Shine Therapy.
 

The Real:  
My hair is in a very weird phase to me haha! I have not had a touch-up since July and I am ensuring there is minimal damage to my hair while it still grows. This conditioner is AWESOME! It has helped detangled my hair and has really been beneficial to both my natural/texlaxed strands. It adds a nice shine as well but it mainly helps keep my strands not as frizzy. 


DermOrganic Intensive Hair Repair Masque 

Ingredients:Aqua/Eau/Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Behenamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Stearyl Alcohol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Organic Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil, Organic Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract, Organic Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Extract, Methyl Gluceth-20, Rice Amino Acids, Panthenol B5, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Glycereth-2 Cocoate/Benzoic Acid, Parfum/Fragrance.

The Real: Again, another hit for DermOrganic! I am not a huge fan of the smell but it works. It also does not have much slip but you can work it through your hair. It made my hair feel soft right away and I noticed stronger hair after the second use. 


Overall, I definitely want bigger sizes of the products and to rotate this product in my regimen. Especially, since I am not sure when/if I will be getting another touch-up. I will be seeing what other products DermOrganic has and may give them a try. With natural ingredients and a great feeling in my hair...I might have a winner! We shall see... 


Have you tried this before!? 


xoxo
Keyda 

Happy Birthday SavingOurStrands + Top Stories of 2014

We're two years old!

What started as a way for Keyda and I to share our hair obsessed babble with each other has quickly turned into a force of the world's best followers, friends in our head, and fiercely fabulous hair junky partners in crime. We never---even in our wildest dreams---expected our pitiful little hair journeys to attract hundred's of followers or grab over 315,000+ page views from 10 countries across the global. Real talk---y'all are some serious ROCKSTARS. Thanks for allowing us to have a peek into your hair journeys and teeny tiny spot in your hearts.

We took a look back over the last 365 days and compiled a list of your favorite reads. Oh gosh, I can't wait to see what 2015 holds for #teampositivepixiedust!

What is the #WashDayExperience? 

How To Do Bantu Knots

LCO vs LOC which Moisturizes Longer?

Dutch Side Mermaid Braid

How to Stretch Your Relaxer for 6 Months

The Moment when I fell in love with my curls

Why I Deep Condition Overnight

Prospero Año y Felicidad!

KLP & Keyda

2014 Hair In Review | Keyda

It has been a wonderful year and I am so excited for the NEW YEAR! Hopefully we all have new experiences and make more memories with our loved ones.


I have been MIA for a bit, however KLP has been holding it down! She is so wonderful with her posts and I am absolutely in LOVE with her hair journey! :) I promise that I've been washing my hair lol---even though I don't post about it and I've made a lot of changes this year:

• Last Relaxer/Touch-up: July 2014! Yes! I can not believe that I have not had any type of chemical within my hair. I must say that my scalp has been more manageable and less irritable as the time progressed. However, my shedding and knotting as increased. So, I have invested in a few detangling products to help alleviate the feeling of "pulling" my hair out! 
• Heat: I have used minimum to no heat on my hair. When I do use heat, I primarily use a hooded dryer and rarely have I used my blow dryer. No FLAT IRON! This shall change...I miss my straight hair...  
• Styles: I have kept my hair in buns, curls and braids. Twist and braid outs are also a favorite. I am mindful of my hair knotting so I try to keep it in a lasting style where I do not have to manipulate frequently. 

Overall, my hair has grown about 2 -3 inches, however with the shedding/knotting, I think my hair is going through growing pains. I try to do a protein treatment every two-three weeks to ensure my hair is strong with my moisturizing treatments. I am trying my hardest to find a good balance of protein and moisture for my hair.  :) I plan on trimming my ends significantly (cutting the relaxer ends) in the new year without taking too much length. As the biggest news of all...

I AM ENGAGED! Yes.. It has been quite crazy these last few months and it will only get crazier as I continue to plan my wedding! I am soo excited and happy to be sharing this new journey with you all! :) Looking forward to posting in 2015!

-Keyda

Growing Pains of a Wash Day | Keyda

Braid to side w/ curls 

Hola Chicas!

Long time, yo se!

I have spent much of my summer dealing with moving, working (swim instructor time & school counselor), and just trying to enjoy what I have as a summer! But I am happy to be posting right now :) Through these few weeks,  I had a touch-up right before 4th of July. hah... I am teetering the line of attempting to go post-relaxer over 16 weeks..... yo no se!

Personally, I have a few "growing pains" I realize with my wash days that I have triumphed or is still attempting to overcome. I wanted to share as we begin a new fall! Do you have any?

Growing Pains of a Wash Day:    
                                  

Summer Braid w/ Bow 



1. Tangles & Knots - I think these have gotten worse for me honestly! However, I have learned to just go with the flow. I realize that if the tangle does not come out with my fingers through the pre-poo process, I will wait until I'm under water and detangle while I shampoo or condition! 
2. 30 minutes and Done! - I used to want to keep my DC under heat for at least 40 minutes or longer! However, I honestly was following the "process". Then I realized my hair soaks in the moisture by 30 minutes and it is good! Yummy... So, I do not keep my DC in my hair any more longer then 30 minutes (unless I am cleaning and forget) because any longer it does not change what it has already done for me!  Lesson - do what is best for YOUR hair! :) 
3. Style Experimentation - I admit, I admit! I got lazy over the summer and kept my hair pinned up or braided! I plan on trying more bantu knots, flexi-rods and even, gasp, straightening my hair! Basically, I do not want to only bun it up, I want to stay fun with my hair! :P 
4. Tea Rinses - need I say more!? Keeping it in my regimen 
5. Product Overload - I have begun limiting the amount of products I am placing in my hair. I do not want my hair to be overwhelmed and if it works, then why try something new! I also want to wait until I need something new before buying products. I do not want to be a product hoarder! lol hehe but hey! it is hard..... 

Hope everyone is have a blast as their summer turns into fall! Check out my two of my "decent" haha summer styles!
What have you learned about your wash days!?

xoxo

Keyda 

[Tutorial] Professional Quick Pinned Updo {Keyda]

Have you ever styled your hair out of frustration!?

hah! Well, I experienced quite a frustration trying to style my hair after my wash day. I needed to also have a elegant yet simple style for my school's graduation! However, it ended with a lovely up-do that I pinned up (if I say so myself!). It took me about 30minutes lol but it should literally only take 5minutes. This style and the many renditions, NEVER get old! What's your up-do!?



Check it!

How to:

1. Moisturize & Seal hair! I used a dab of water, then sealed with CHI Silk Infusion and put a dab of Hair butter.

2. Separate bangs and clip. I made a semi-deep middle part that was off to the side. (not so complicated!) 

3. Gather hair starting from back then securely with bobby pin. Securely pin all hair around side. Now, you look like you want a mohawk! hah! 

4. Separate as needed and pin curl those pieces, securing with bobby pin. Then unclip your bangs. Gather one side and pull atop of head from front to back, securely pinning hair at back. Tip: My bangs were long enough to pinned on the inside of my back pin curls, so no ends could really be seen. Then do other side. 

Vaalaaa! I was going for this style with twists atop... No-go for me... Instead I have this! :) 

Sidebar: Another counselor said " You must wear your hair like this on your wedding day!" lol...No, Imma be flowing! lol 


 What do you think!? What are your styles out of frustration!?

xoxo

Keyda

25 Mile Bike Ride | Fitness Friday

Cruising!

Georgetown DC

Ahhhhhhhhhhh!! Yes, you read that right! 25 MILES!! One of my colleagues (client of the BF as well) invited my BF and I on a bike ride this past memorial weekend. Of course, he agreed and I smiled with a slight nod! lol I was looking forward to bike riding but I had a traumatic (in my eyes lol) experience as a kid so I had not rode a bike in over 10 years! I was not sure of my survival through hills and turns. Nonetheless, I wanted to stay with my workout kick and try different ways of exercising in my workout regimen.

My BF and I met my colleague at her gorge home in Maryland, where she had two bikes with all the gear waiting for us. She is a very fit and outdoorsy individual. Her husband and her decided to ride their "tandem" bike...I can not make this up! hah I wore my hair in a low bun since I would have a helmet on the entire time. If you are familiar with the DMV area, we rode our bikes from Silver Spring to Georgetown DC to Bethesda to Silver Spring using the Rock Creek Trail. This is not a typo...

The toughest moment of the ride was going from Georgetown to Bethesda because it was a steady incline with some hills that were just...ahh! I literally hopped off my bike on the last hill and just walked it up. We still had 5 miles to go. The upside was we had a lovely dinner in Bethesda before riding back in the DARK to her home in Silver Spring. Although I enjoyed myself, it will be a while before I bike 25 miles again! I think (KNOW) next time I will bike a shorter distance. I am very PROUD of myself because I did not quit, complain or ask for a friend to pick me up! I really gave it my all which should always be given when staying healthy and Check out what my BF had to say about it! Two different perspectives of enjoyment. 

Beauty of DC

My recommendations for future bike riding: 

1. Wear Bike Shorts! My behind was soooo sore from the seat, it was ridiculous! I am not over exaggerating.
2. Go at your own pace! I was always the last to meet up with the group. At first, I was embarrassed but I soon realized I had to work with MY body at MY pace.
3. Enjoy the scenery! I never noticed the beauty and calmness of DC. Sometimes I forget how peaceful our city can be.

Let me know if/when you decide to bike ride. It works muscles in a way that I have never experienced in dance or pilates.  It is a great workout to have when wanting to explore nice weather as well. 

Will you be bike riding!?

xoxo
Keyda

Wash Day | Keyda

Hola Chicas!

I had a very active/long weekend! Fitness post shall explain :) However, I NEEDED to wash my hair just to feel clean lol. Have you ever had that moment!? My wash was rather simple again and I loved it!

Main Wash Day Products 

[A] Detangled with my fingers. I decided to go without pre-poo this wash. Again, I just wanted to get clean!

[B] Shampooed with KeraCare Detangling Shampoo then Conditioned with Oyin Honey Hemp Conditioner.

[C] DC with Baba de Caracol sealed with Chi Silk Infusion for about 35 mins with heat. Yum!

[D] It was late...and I was lazy...haha so I skipped out on my tea rinse this wash. I plan on doing a mini-wash tomorrow with a tea rinse to ensure scalp/shedding protection!

[E] Leave-ins included Aphogee Keratin and Green Tea Spray, with a dab of Koils by Nature Perfectly Peppermint and massaging of Philip Kingsley Scalp Toner through my scalp.


Air Dried for roughly 75% then wanted to head to bed so I put low heat on my hair until roughly 90% of my hair was dry... hehe 

Hint to my active weekend!

My Hair Reality: My hair tangles were manageable and there was a "normal" amount of shedding. I have not been feeling overwhelmed with the amount of shedding like I have in past. My new growth is really curly CURLY and thick... ever since fully going texlaxed, I never noticed just how curly my natural hair was...who knew!? lol I styled my hair out of frustration and ended up loving the style. Check Tutorial for pictures of my hair! I am really digging a simple hair washing routine but I have to remember those little things that matter for my hair (i.e. pre-poo & tea rinses!). With summer fast approaching, I have to get with it since I will have "pool hair" for days!

Fun Times! Hope everyone appreciated many heroes like KLP's Husband over Memorial Day weekend! :)


How was your #washdayexperience!?

xoxo
Keyda

Quick Wash Day | Keyda

Hola Chicas!

After exploring on instagram, I came across "oil rinsing" posted by @LuvThyMane (picture was from Kyss of www.kyssmyhair.com) which was new to me! lol I have done hot oil treatments and used oil within my pre-poo but never have thought of a "oil rinse". Have you tried this method? Anyways, my wash day was a rather quick one and I loved it!

[A] Detangled hair with my fingers. Massaged Philip Kingsley Scalp Toner in my scalp as well.

[B] Cowashed with Oyin Honey Hemp Conditioner - I loves it. Review in the works!

Now the "new-to-me" technique

[C] Sectioned my hair, then massaged warm Olive Oil with drops of Peppermint, Rosemary and Eucalyptus into my roots. Then I put Organix Awapuhi Ginger Recovery Mask over length of my hair. Then I comfortably watched TV under my heat cap :) for roughly 40 mins (this my own addition).

[D] Leave-ins were Nexxus Root Lift Mist and Organix Coconut Anti-breakage Serum.

Air Dried for 85% then low heat blow dried with tension at my roots


My Hair Reality: This was the easiest hair wash, I have ever had.  In my opinion, it was like a deep pre-poo/DC labeled an "oil rinse". Unless I did something wrong lol. All in all, my hair ten times softer and strong. I feel like something so simple, yet I never thought to do that. It also lowered the amount of product I placed in my hair. So, my hair did not feel heavy and less knots. I have been styling my hair in big twists! Luvs!

How was your wash day experience!?

xoxo

Keyda

Color Me Rad 5K | Saving My Hair After ...

Mark (the boo) and I did a 5k "Color Me Rad" run about two weeks ago. It was simply bananas! My hair was drenched in colors. Altho, some of my fellow runners wore caps or some protection around their hair. I opted to just "let it go!" I decided, Hey! I can make this a DEEP deep wash day!

The Actual Run:

This 5K was somewhat of a challenge for me -surprisingly-- because it went through and around and behind, you name it, Six Flags. My knees could not handle running through the gravel section of this long trek. and I was not a fan of going up then down then up again a few hills! :/

However, I LOVED every moment of this run. Every one was just having a great time. There was running and walking, but mainly laughing. We went through 4 color stations, where we were drenched in either red, blue, yellow or purple! At the end, I was a walking crayon!




Goodie Bag: 

We got an awesome bag of treats from the organizers. We received sunglasses, tattoos, stickers and t-shirt! #ColorMeRad

My Hair Reality: 

I would advise/caution not wearing a cap! lol Although invigorating and fun, it was torture! hah! Seriously, it was not that bad. The colors came out very easily and my hair was back to normal (after a LONG DEEP DC). I had to wash colors out before shampooing with clarifying poo and moving through an abbreviated process. I skipped "pre-poo" because I was scared of anything settling in my hair. All in all...it was seamless and refreshing!


Great Time... A lot of Fun!

If there is a "Color Me Rad" or Color Run, I say "DO IT!". #YOLO lol

xoxo

Keyda

What 5k have you ran or will run!?

An InLinkz Link-up

Wash Day | Keyda

Hola Chicas!

So, this was going to be a pretty normal wash day but as I walked thru Target....you know what happened lol.. I ended up with some new goodies :) I shall be reviewing!

[A] Detangled with my fingers then my Magic comb! Just to be sure there were not tangles...

[B] Prepoo with Oyin Honey Hemp Conditioner through my hair. I made sure to put attention to my roots and work through my ends. I did not want to put an excessive amount so I lightly moved it through my hair.  -- I honestly could have stopped after this point.

[C] Cowash with AS I AM Coconut Cleansing Conditioner -- and I was not a huge fan :/

[D] DC with my saving grace, Halka Baba de Caracol and sat under some heat for roughly 1 1/2 hour. Yummy!! My hair was sooo soft and manageable.

[E] Tea Rinse with Black Tea! [F] Lightly sprayed Nexxus Root Mist for my leave-in and rubbed a little Peppermint Hair Butter through my hair. I also put some Phillip Kingsley Scalp toner through my scalp.

Air Dried for roughly 75%

Wrapped Twists 

PINspired: Wavy Twist Out

Back of Twist Out

1) Twisted hair in sections.

2) Wrapped the twists around my head. Securing with pins. -Went to bed!

3) Vaalaa... Once I took out the twists, I had beach waves! ahah!

To keep my style lasting, I moisturized and sealed my hair into bantu knots for remainder of the week! bonita!

PINspired by Daily of dailycurlz.com

Hair Reality:

I absolutely love LOVED my hair this week. Need I say more...


How was your wash day experience!?

xoxo

Keyda

[Hairstyle] Goddess Braid Styles

KLP and I love braiding our hair into up-dos or other classic styles. We especially HEART goddess braids. They are simple, easy, and quick, plus they're fun and flirty for the summer. Who doesn't love a sassy protective style? We like to jazz it up with a curly bang or even swirl the ends into a bun. Here's how we do our goddess braid:

How To Do A Goddess Braid: 

1. Begin with detangled and moisturized hair. KLP's Tip: "Starting on an old bantu knot set gives your braids added fullness"
2. Divide your hair in half. Deep side parts flatter all faces in this style. Keyda's Tip: Leave a small section out to fame your face.
3. Start your dutch braid at the front then braid away from your face. Stay close to your edges and braid all the way down to the back.
4. Repeat on the other side. KLP's Tip: Fluff your braid by picking it apart a little.
5. Cross the two braids in the back and secure them with bobby pins. Keyda's Tip: Add a bow or headband to accessorize.

Once you get the braid down, this style literally only takes 5 mins or less! This style is all over the red carpet. Our hair muse Tracee Ellis Ross is famous for them! 

Do you do Goddess Braids? What are your tips for perfection? 
Besitos! 
XOXO
Keyda

Wash Day | Keyda

Products

Hola Chicas!

This past weekend was pretty hectic with my dance performance! I must say I think our show was fabulous! I have danced with Contradiction Dance for three years (maybe 4 now lol) and I this was definitely our BEST show yet! :) I used a ton of heat on my hair for both performances and to keep my sleek curls bouncy, I used a ton of hair spray. Needless to say, my hair needed a good washing. Here's what I did:

[A] Detangled with fingers at my roots and with my Magic Rake.

[B] Pre-shampoo with my essential oil mix on my scalp and Paul Mitchell Super Charged Moisturizer on length of my hair.

[C] Shampoo with Organix Hydrating Macadamia Oil. I wanted CLEAN hair.

[D] Deep Condition with Organix Repairing Awapuhi Ginger Recovery Mask. I ended with a faux steam session from my EXTRA hot shower! lol

[E] Black Tea Rinse!

[F] Air Dried 100% (excess water soaked from 100% cotton t-shirt), with a light spray of Nexxus Hydralight lift all over with focus on my roots and a dab of Koils by Nature Perfectly Peppermint Hair Butter through my hair.

 

My Hair Reality:
I wanted to braided my hair and do a braid out. Of course, I got sleepy so I actually did a bun in the back of head and have a cute braid out in front! Pero... me encanta! It actually turned out super cute and I received compliments from students which = #win. Overall, my hair and scalp felt so clean and refreshed after a long weekend. I totally needed a break from that heat. My hair has its thickness and continued softness that I love every wash day! I have been really focusing on doing my main regimen without a ton of products and I am loving the outcome! :)

How was your wash day?



xoxo
Keyda