Hair Update: Your Help is Needed and would be greatly Appreciated :)

Hello my beauties!!! :) It is time for an update. So exams is over and the vacation has officially begun (can you scream YAYY!!!!) My hair and I have bonded even more and I have some really great reviews for you all so stay tuned! That was actually why I haven't been posting regularly, I finally got the time to put away the text books and pull out the hair supplies :) As most of you who've read my previous post know that I upgraded from shoulder length (SL) to arm-pit length (APL) and I was so very excited and proud of myself. I am presently 10 weeks and 1 day post relaxer and my goal is to reach 20 weeks, this would be my longest stretch yet and my aim is to reach bra-strap length (BSL) by that time. Today I trimmed my ends to prevent split ends, the second time since my April's trim and I have approximately 1 inch of hair growth, so much that my new growth is coiling beautifully. I am embracing my new growth and treating them tenderly (lol) conditioning and moisturizing my scalp as I try to avoid disturbing the line of demarcation (if many of you do not know of this term, I am more than willing to dedicate a post based on the term an ways to avoid breakage along this line).

I however am very keen for your assistance and knowledge PLEASE. See I am in the process of deciding whether I should highlight my hair or not. Problem....my hair is naturally dark brown to black and many people have informed me that I would have to strip my hair with bleach aka weakening my hair resulting in major breakage in the long run. However I'm Google's BIGGEST FAN an so your girl decided to search dyes that contain no bleach, ammonia or hydrogen peroxide and I came across Garnier Nutrisse Ultra Color and Clairol Professional Textures and Tones. I am contemplating on highlighting my hair because this could either make or break (literally) my hair. So I ask for your assistance. Am I insane for even thinking about such a transition? Do YOU know or have tried any reliable brand of hair color/dye? I've wanted a change for a long time and I'm still deciding on whether or not this would be the right one.

These are the dyes and colors I'm interested in for highlights.

         







Your assistance and advice would be greatly appreciated :) and NEW product updates are currently in progress.

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TaTa for now XOXO

Hair Update: The Stretch Is Over!

Ok...ok you all....I'm extremely excited right now!!!!!!!! SOOOOO I've finally done my relaxer!!!!! (professionally of course) I decided to do it on Tuesday 17th April and I am extremely proud of myself for sticking with my 4 month plan (YIPEEE!!!!). As you all may have known, I was shoulder length and due to my 4 month wait I have reach Arm Pit length now!!!!!!!!! *happy dancee* I am continuing with my usual hair regimen and I will be doing another 4 month stretch since I've seen some good results. Tell me about your experiences. Teach me as I teach you.



TaTa for now XOXO

Blame school for keeping me away from you =( : My Recent Update

Wow....checking my blog today and I just realised that it's been ONE MONTH since I last posted *gasp* lolzz. On a serious note however...I am extremely sorry I have been M.I.A for so long. Exams is nearing, project deadlines are nearing and I am trying to stay on top of everything. I've also joined my school's dance group and drama club so I'm getting my little extra curricular thang goin' one =). Hmm...another thing that I'm sortta proud of is that I'm the newly appointed Secretary for my school's Student Council. You might be like..."Ok....Secretary... that's exciting?" but for me it is!!! =D See, I'm an extremely shy person, so even running for the position and knowing a colleague (who I must say is very popular) is campaigning for the same position, it was very challenging. However, I made a secret resolution with myself for this year (2012) which was to come out of my comfort zone and try new things and stop limiting myself. I was ecstatic when I heard the news that I'd won my position gaining the most votes against all the other people that campaigned for positions (including the President) lol!! And from that day it taught me a valuable lesson, "You're only as good as you allow yourself to be." 

On the "hairy-er" side (lmao) I am currently 14 weeks post-relaxer and I HATE IT!!!! I want to relax soooo bad!!!! but I am determined to reach my goal of 16 weeks so I mean, two more weeks won't hurt....Right? I will definitely give an update on my hair after I have my relaxer but how I'm doing it is a mystery. I am trying to determine whether I should do my relaxer personally or if I should get it professionally done. My mom keeps saying that "You can't see the back of your head that's why you should go to a professional" (because she's afraid to relax it at home...lol) but my fear is that my stylist would attempt to be "more professional" than she already is. Am I paranoid? Don't be afraid to let me know your opinion on the topic.

Anyways, that's my update on my life so far since I've been gone for so long and now it's back to studying :( I hope that I can be back soon learning form you and your blogs as you do from mines. 

TaTa for now XOXO

Missed me? Because...I missed you! =)

Wow! I am neglecting my blogger duties! Shame on me! I am deeply and truly sorry you all. I've been really busy with balancing school and my personal life that I had to put this on hold for a while. As many would know Trinidad and Tobago celebrated Carnival at the end of February and so being a very patriotic citizen I played my part parading on the nation's streets to Soca, Calypso and Steelpan. It was the ultimate experience! And now exams is slowly approaching and well the stress of it all is also becoming over-powering with the rush of getting projects done and studying....


...But onto a more stress free topic =)


Rememer my decision to stretch my relaxer? Well I am currently 9 weeks post relaxer ( this Wednesday 14th March will make it 10 weeks) and my God have my hair grown! I continue to follow my hair regimen with the use of the same products which have helped a lot to not only moisturise but also strenghten my hair. I finger comb my hair instead of combing it out and that has helped a lot in preventing breakage! My goal at the moment is to stretch for at least 16 to 17 weeks and this is the FIRST time that I'm doing a stretch of so long so I'm being very observant, patient and gentle with my hair. 

My head tie and silk bonnet have become my best friends. I don't sleep without them and sometimes I want to where them all day, err'day! I massage my hair every night after my ritual of moisturising and sealing and I am very proud of my results thus far. =) Just a couple more weeks to go! 



TaTa for now XOXO

Summber Fling

I am no fashionista but this is another idea of mines =)

Maybe this is the beginning of regular fashion ideas! 

Hope you enjoy!!

Summer Fling by rae-anne

TaTa for now XOXO

Disclaimer: 

I am not paid to review any product mentioned on this blog neither are the products sent to me for trials. I have personally purchased all products reviewed and these are my honest opinions on the products.

Classy & Casual

Hey bloggers!!!

Firstly I'm coming with an apology. I'm sorry I haven't posted an update in a while. I've been stocked with work and need some time to get on top of everything. However, I have DO have updates to post and PRODUCT REVIEWS!!! =)

But as for now....

This is a little insight on my favs and interests. I absolutely LOVE and ADORE art. From music to nail art, dance to room decor, fashion to photography...I love them all. To me art is a way for one to express his or herself in their own personal way. A person's fashion sense and taste in music can determine a lot about a person and this is my way of showing what I'm into and my personality.

 I am definitely a fan of vintage inspired fashion and this collage was created by me at 2:00 am this morning (^_^)

by rae-anne 


TaTa for now XOXO

Disclaimer: 

I am not paid to review any product mentioned on this blog neither are the products sent to me for trials. I have personally purchased all products reviewed and these are my honest opinions on the products.

Product Review: Mega Pleased with the Profectiv Mega Grow Anti Breakage Deep Conditioner

Excitementzzz!!!!!!!!!!!!! Haha yes I'm excited! Why  you may ask? Because this is another product review! One that I've been holding off writing on because I wanted to be absolutely, positively sure that I would be raving for all the right reasons. I am hereby extremely satisfied with the results I received from my Profectiv Mega Growth Deep Strengthening Growth Conditioner . Now let the raving begin!

Product Details
7X Stronger hair. Stops breakage. Promotes healthy growth. Boosts hi-shine. Mega Growth Deep Strengthening Growth Conditioner protects, restores, repairs & rebuilds fragile, damaged hair for healthier hair growth. Fortified with Pro-Growth Complex, a deep penetrating blend of natural minerals, oils & proteins Mega Growth strengthens hair from the inside out to promote stronger, longer, healthier hair. Pro-Growth Complex: Strength + Growth - Wheat protein, oat protein, soy protein, horsetail extract. Restore + Rebuild - Wheat germ oil, olive oil, flax seed oil, jojoba oil. Hi-Shine + Heat Protection - Silk amino acids, avocado oil, coconut oil, grape seed oil.

My Review
Firstly the smell is just amazing! My hair felt so soft the instant I applied it to my hair but as usual I slept overnight with a plastic cap on and rinsed in the next day. I was honestly very pleased. On air drying my hair still felt soft and moisturised! After the fourth use I felt the difference in my hair. It appeared healthier and was actually stronger. Did I forget to mention my ever-growing new growth! I am so excited and pleased! I am not definitely not disappointed with the results I have witnessed thus far and I highly recommend this product. =)

Ingredients
Water (Aqua), Paraffinum Liquidum (Mineral Oil), Petrolatum, Propylene Glycol, Polyquaternium 37, Propylene Glycol, Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, PPG-1 Trideceth-6, Steareth-2, Steareth-20, Silk Amino Acids, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Protein, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Protein, Hydrolyzed Oat Protein, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Oil, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Persia Gratissima (Avocado) Oil (Contains Vitamins B2, D, A, E, K and Potassium), Linum Usitassimum (Flax) Seed Oil, Equisetum Hiemale (Horsetail) Extract, Hydrolysed Vegetable Protein PC-Propyl Silanetriol, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Dimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Lanolin, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, DMDM Hydantoin, Parfum (Fragrance), Zea Mays (Corn) Oil, BHA, BHT, CI 15985 (Yellow 6).

TaTa for now XOXO

Disclaimer: 
I am not paid to review any product mentioned on this blog neither are the products sent to me for trials. I have personally purchased all products reviewed and these are my honest opinions on the products.