Curly Hairstyle of the Week: How to do an Infinity Braid

Princess starts kindergarten this week and coming up with cute curly hairstyles is on my to-do-list. When it comes to caring for her biracial hair, keeping curls moisturized is key. As the mercury drops, low manipulation is also important to maintaining healthy hair. So for our Curly Hairstyle of the Week check out this infinity…

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Check Out My Daughter in this Week’s Issue of People Magazine!

When we heard that Princess would be in this week’s issue of People Magazine, to say we were excited is just an understatement. We didn’t want to share the news with her immediately because I wanted to capture the moment.   Her initial reaction was priceless. This is truly a memorable moment that will last a lifetime….

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Natural Hair Tips While Swimming

When it comes to swimming, protecting natural hair from salt and chlorine is key to the overall health of your curls. Caring for my daughter’s biracial hair has been a concern because she’s always at the pool, beach, or running through the sprinklers. Whether you’re kiddo is a novice or experience swimmer, salt and chlorine…

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Can Black People Get Sunburn?

I’ve heard people say that there’s no way that black people can get sunburn. Well, that’s absolutely false. My first sunburn experience happened when I was studying abroad in Spain. I’d spend the morning in class and then spend the rest of the day at the beach soaking up the sun. To be honest, I…

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How to Accessorize Hair and Makeup W/ Eddie Borgo

I’ve teamed up with Eddie Borgo for Target to bring you some awesome styles. We’re talking ways to jazz up your hair and makeup with accessories. This collection ranges from classic to rocker-cool. Head over to target.com/eddieborgo to purchase jewelry from Eddie Borgo’s line. Make sure you share on social media with the hashtag: #EddieBorgoForTarget….

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Did Miss Oklahoma Deserve to Win Miss USA?

As a former pageant girl, I can honestly say that the toughest part of any pageant is being able to think quickly on your feet. Once I heard Olivia Jordan Miss Oklahoma USA’s answer that society needs to focus on improving race relations, I knew she’d won. Believe it or not, walking across a stage in front…

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Curly Hairstyle of the Week: Pull-Through Ponytail Braid

With prom and wedding season upon us, cute curly hairstyles are all the rage. For Princess’s pre-k prom we wanted to go with something elegant, but age appropriate. After researching different prom hairstyles, we decided on the Pull-through ponytail braid. It’s also our curly hairstyle of the week! I was a little apprehensive when I heard…

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CurlyKids®: How to Keep Naturally Curly Hairstyles Fresh

When it comes to keeping naturally curly hairstyles fresh during summer months, moisturizing is key. CurlyKids® Haircare Products is great for adding moisture without weighing Princess’s curls down. I’ll usually spend at least a half hour deep conditioning her hair every week. But let’s face it; between work, studies, household duties, and being a wife and mom, I…

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