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WEDNESDAY WELLNESS: Get rid of dry dull hair

Bright Ideas, Hair - Fontana Beauty Expert - February 5, 2015

Get rid of dry dull hair…

Nobody wants to have dry dull hair, it’s not cute.  I coloured my hair recently and I noticed that two days after washing my hair, it would appear so dull and dry.  I consulted my hair dresser and did a little research of my own and concluded that my hair was lacking moisture, and need lots of it.  Being the frugalista that I am, I tried to find affordable ways that worked to address my dull dry hair.  Some products I found in my kitchen, others I found at the beauty hub, Fontana.

Based on my research, I decided to make a couple hair masks. I knew I needed to add some protein to at least one of my treatment mask.  The first mask I made I used an egg, an avocado, mayonnaise and some olive oil. I applied the mask to my hair, used a steam cap to cover it and left it on for about 30 minutes.   My hair was so soft and shiny after.

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The second mask I made was the real deal.  I used Jamaican castor oil and coconut oil, melted Shea butter and honey; left the mask on for about an hour each time. Listen, this little concoction worked miracles. I used this mask once per week for four weeks and my hair has never been better.  My hair has transformed into a shiny, bouncy goldie locks and I’ve never been happier.  The castor oil adds so much body while the coconut oil and Shea butter gives my hair the shine and lustre it needed.

Lovelies, I strongly recommend you try some of your own at home remedies and share in the comments section. I mean who doesn’t want gorgeous hair without breaking the bank?

Until next time, stay gorgeous…

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#FabFinds under $1000 – October 2014

Bright Ideas, Hair - Fontana Beauty Expert - October 30, 2014

On this edition of #FabFinds We’re focusing on hair care.

The bounce, shine and overall health of your hair starts at the root and is maintained with a balanced diet of moisture and protein.

So i browsed the hair products aisle and thought to myself, which one of these products can i pick up to add to my hair regime without going over my $1000? Well i found 3 products that i am sure you girls will love.

 

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1: Beautiful Earth – Soft Shiny Hair & Scalp Conditioner. 100% natural and perfect for the woman (or man) who wants to cut down on the amount of chemicals they put in their hair.

2: Country House – Lemon Grass Shampoo. Lemongrass is known to give you a thicker, more lustrous hair as well as prevent dry scalp and dandruff. This shampoo will be great for those with thin hair, brittle hair, dry scalp or all the above.

3: SoftSheen Carson Dark & Lovely –  Curl Cream. Now this is made for kids but for my curly haired sistrens, this is a great product, under $1000 that will have your hair feeling soft and easy to work with.

 

Let us know if you’ve tried these products and remember to sign up for your Fontana Rewards Card for discounts and more!

 

Xoxo

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Sponge Coils for Natural Hair

Hair - Fontana Beauty Expert - September 16, 2014

So many of us have taken the leap over the past 2 years to do a “Big Chop” and go Natural. It can be super frustrating at times, especially if you have a Teeny Weeny Afro (TWA) and not sure what you can do to style it.

Well today i’m about to introduce you to a new method called Sponge Coils. To achieve the look you will need a spray bottle with a water and natural oils mix (i use Argan, Olive, Jojoba and (a little) Tea Tree oils), Shea Moisture Curling Souffle and a porous sponge.

For detailed instructions, watch the video below that i found on YouTube. Have fun dolls! Stay classy and cute!

 

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QeKFYe5UWds

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