Night nurse...

Hello and how's your hair today? I know I said I wouldn't post till after my exams, but I couldn't keep this to myself - I would feel so terribly selfish. My post title is inspired by my topic today: DEEP OVERNIGHT CONDITIONING. When I tell you this method works like magic, believe me.

So it's self explanatory - you leave conditioner in your hair overnight, and the next day you wash it out. But the trick is what you are using to condition. Here were my ingredients;

A tablespoonful of avocado
3 tablespoons of honey
10 tablespoons of sunflower oil (we had run out of olive)
5 tablespoons of baby oil
1 egg

Because it's an overnight condition, you want it to be oil based as a watery one (more avocado and less oil) would evaporate in the night, leaving you with dry, crusty hair. I talk from experience.

Rub the mix into your hair very well, and try and use as much of it as you can. The more of it you rub in, the better it will be!

Wrap your hair with cling film, but use no hair bands or clips, then put a shower cap over it. Then wrap a light scarf around your head to secure everything in place.

The next morning your hair will be greasy, but well moisturized. Wash out in the shower, DO NOT USE SHAMPOO, you can use conditioner to wash out if you must. Try not to scrub out the oil.

Blow dry hair before straightening (I've learnt that straightening your hair from wet isn't good for it at all, your hair becomes brittle, but the blow drying softens it).

VOILA.

You have beautiful hair!

This is perfect for occasions such as parties, prom, etc. You can also do this during the day for a few hours, and if you prefer more of a water based mix, then this is the perfect time to do it. Also, I have another exciting post coming up about hair growth! I actually think I've cracked it!!!! 

LOVE Y'ALL
MOSAS
(make others stop and stare)

IB studying...

Hello and how's your hair today? I'm back from my trip to Belgium and I must say it was soooo good! I'm going to miss my exchange partner and all the others but we're definitely going back in the summer the to see them again :) The reason for my title is because I do the IB (International Baccalaureate, look it up) and we have our exams in April, which is next month. I'm going to do a post on styles which are creative enough but not too jazzy for school. Enjoy!

Unfortunately due to these exams, I will have to take a short break from my blog. I will be back in April but if I have spare time I'll do a short blog or two ;) 

LOVE Y'ALL AND DON'T MISS ME TOO MUCH XXXXXXXX

MOSAS

(make others stop and stare)

Bad Religion...

Hello and how's your hair today? Post name was inspired by Frank Ocean's song, it's been stuck in my head for ages. Even though it's been snowing and raining and being crazily windy as per usual in England, my hair has managed to stay fab and frizz-free (because of the fabulous keratin treatment I did, check out the post). It's coming to the end of half term, so it means back to school, studying, exams, stress BUT I did go to London Fashion Weekend on a mother/daughter day out. It was really fun, and I was || this close to convincing my mum to buy me these Levi shorts but alas. She didn't.
Today's styles are based on long hair. It's still cold so having your hair down is a plus bonus to keeping warm, but it can be a lot of effort doing it everyday so here are some simple long styles :)

I'm glad however, as I'm only at school for 4 days then it's off to BELGIUM!!!!!!!! I'm seeing my exchange partner again so it's all very exciting to see what differs over there from here. Also I need to get my hair done again but I'm not sure what style this time... 

Love y'all

MOSAS

(make others stop and stare)

xxxxxxxxxxx

I am a TrendStartr...

Hello and how's your hair today? Mine has been doing absolutely fabulously since I did the keratin treatment on it and I'm so happy. It doesn't go curly or frizzy in the rain and wind, and I don't have to straighten it everyday which I'm so happy about!

Today's post is about this new social platform I found which is called 'TrendStartr' and it seems really cool. I was scouted out by the company as it is quite new still so get in whilst it's still young and fresh! Here's the link [click here] to my profile if you would like to check it out and follow me :)

Here are some pictures of new braid styles that I found -

(This one is so amazing!)

I also got some buff braids...

(so cute)

(she reminds me of a mermaid)

Also my exchange partner is going to be here tomorrow which is really exciting and we'll be going up to London town to see what fabulous things there are :)

I'll post pics!

MOSAS

(make others stop and stare)

xxx

Straight Conditioning...

Hello and how's your hair today? I did my research as promised and I got some deep conditioning ideas and I really hope this helps a lot of people! My first and probably best idea is the Brazilian Keratin Treatment - I know you're supposed to save best till last but it was just too good.

Organix Ever Straight Brazilian Keratin Therapy 30 Day Smoothing Treatment Review

It is quite a mouthful, but trust me it totally makes up for it. To sum it up, it's a home treatment that DEEP conditions, straightens, and beautifies your hair all in one go. It's hard to believe but it's absolutely true. It contains a substance called keratin which is what your hair is made of anyway, and essentially the whole process is coating your hair in this substance that protects from harsh weather, stops frizz and crazy curling, and most importantly if you have over processed hair from perms, dyes, and anything else, will save your hair with the deep conditioning.

Also, it smells GORGEOUS.

I'm going to run through the basic steps and really show you how easy and simple it is.

1) In the box, there is a shampoo provided which is supposed to completely strip your hair of all oils and moisture. Important to note that you shouldn't condition your hair afterward as it will stop the keratin from reaching the cuticles. After washing with this, you hair will feel very dry and it will be at it's most vulnerable so you have to be gentle when towel drying.

2) Towel dry hair until approx. 80% dry, (or just slightly dryer than damp) and part hair into 2 or 4 sections so it's easier to manage. Pour the treatment into some sort of container so that a fine tooth comb can fit in it. Using the comb, start at the roots and work your way down to the tip, spreading an even amount of the cream through your hair in 2 inch sections. Leave on for 30 minutes.

3) After the 30 minutes, blow-dry your hair with a brush or if you have an air brush (like me, invest in one it makes drying hair soooo much easier) use this as it has a brush attachment. Then using straighteners (preferably 230ºC = 446ºF) straighten sections of your hair about 7 - 10 times each in 2 inch sections. There's no need to panic as there is heat protection in the treatment.

4) Your hair should feel and look glossy, shiny and healthy. You mustn't put you hair in a hairband, tuck it behind your ears or bend it in anyway for 48 hours or it will take the shape. If it does happen, straighten it out. After 48 hours, wash hair out with sulfate free shampoo and conditioner. (I've read a lot of reviews on the keratin therapy shampoo and conditioner and it does not seem to be good. However the Nourishing Coconut Milk shampoo and conditioner by Organix seem to be very good and I've used it myself. They also smell heavenly!)

5) Voila! Your hair is done! I also bought the Brazilian Keratin Therapy Anti-Breakage Serum which is PERFECT. It adds shine, gloss, de-frizzes and tops up the treatment, making it last longer.

Honestly guys, you can thank me later.

I've done the process and I am astounded with the results. I feel so happy that I've found a straightening, de-frizzing, deep conditioning treatment in one bottle and I encourage you to do the same!

MOSAS
(make others stop and stare)
Love y'all!!!!
xxxxxxxxxxx

Happy (belated) New Year!!!!

Hello and how's your hair today? And HAPPY NEW YEAR! If you're reading this (which obviously you are) I congratulate you for making it to 2013. I feel like this is going to be a fabulous year and I have so much to look forward to, although the first week of school was so incredibly tiring. By that Friday I felt like a hadn't slept in 508 years exactly. ANYHOO... This year bring a new selection of styles and so here is a short preview!

I hope you enjoy what I have in store for this year! Also...

I DYED MY HAIR!!!!!!

Okay, it was only brown highlights (I have black hair) but my parents finally let me!!! I'm so happy but obviously there are set backs... I texturised and permanent dyed on the same day *cringe*. So next post I am going to be doing some DEEP CONDITIONING IDEAS. So if you have damaged or weak hair then stay tuned for next weeks post :D (And I promise you next week).

Love y'all folks ;)

MOSAS

(make others stop and stare)

P.s I am doing an exchange with a Belgian school I'm so excited!!!

P.p.s My rabbit got attacked by a fox, but luckily it didn't die just got away with a few scrapes! 

P.p.p.s I have used a lot of exclamation marks.

P.p.p.p.s !!!!!!!!!!!! 

Relax Your Mind, Relax Your Hair...

Hello and how's your hair today? The weather in England has just been terrible, we had a meager amount of snow, and the temperature has just been 4 to -5 degrees. I actually makes me want to cry because you know what come with cold weather? HAIR BREAKAGE.

Yes that's right you read correctly, cold weather is just a little bit less than good for your hair. In fact, it can break if exposed to too much heat (from straighteners) and then extreme cold (around 0 degrees C) especially if your hard is not really soft - brittle hair will suffer the most damage. So my topic today is PERMS (Dun Dun Duuuuuuuun). There are quite a few types and they all have different strengths and depending on your hair texture and how straight you want it to be afterward, you need different ones (okay, that was kind of obvious).

Texturizers
These are a less strong version of perms/relaxers. They make your hair (if you have Afro-Caribbean hair) softer, and if you have hair typical of Britons or Asians, then slightly straighter (no matter how unruly or curly your hair is). They do a lot less damage to your hair than perms do, and is easier on the scalp.

Perms
This is a much stronger version of a  texturizer, and as a result does a a lot more damage. However if it turns out right, your hair will be pin straight and won't go curly when it's humid or even in rain. You've got to make sure that your hair will be able to handle the chemical process as if it's already weak and breaking, perming will make it worse and possibly make your hair fall out - and no one wants to be bald after a full head of hair :| Relaxers are the same as perms.


Brazilian Perm
This is even stronger and contrary to popular belief actually protects the hair (coats it in a layer of keratin) and allows it to retain it's natural movement and body without damaging and making it brittle. However it's been banned in some parts of the USA as it gives off a gas called formaldehyde which is dangerous and at high levels toxic. This won't affect costumers but stylists who inhale the gas after long periods of time and so it's difficult to find a salon that does the treatment  It's keratin based and is very effective and lasts for at least 4 - 6 weeks.

I was seriously thinking of getting my hair relaxed or something but all my friends said they like my naturally curly hair. Don't do it if you have doubts because once you do it... there's no turning back!

MOSAS
(make others stop and stare)
LOVE Y'ALL AND HAVE A FABULOUS CHRISTMAS!!!!