Naturally Obsessed

About Me...My name is Kristal. I am currently a graduate student studying Biomedical Engineering in pursuit to start a career in the biotechnology field, but my heart is really into crafting and jewelry making. I am the owner/designer of BEadifully YOUnique Jewelry on Etsy that has been up and running since November 2010 and I am totally in love with the artistry behind...

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iObsess: Ishea

Age • 26 Location • South CarolinaHair • twist-outs w/ minimal products... just using some Aussie Moist as a leave-in Skin • No 'Zit' Sherlock by Bliss @ http://www.sephora.com/Fashion • Skinny jeans that actually fit! The Gap has the best ones...Food • Adding Kikkoman Teriyaki marinade to my food. My mother-in-law is Japanese and swears by this stuff.The Tube • Reality TV!! Everything...

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Hair Update: Buns And Fishtails

Officially missing my curls... Since straightening my hair I haven't really done anything spectacular with it. I hardly ever wear it down and out because it just gets in the way and remembering to pack a comb in the purse too much. Heck, when I'm in the house I rarely take my scarf off lol! But when I do take it down it's...

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iObsess: Jessica W.

age: 24 where: richmond, vaHair • twistouts and fro-hawks, and either kinky-twist or yarn braids (that I do myself)Skin • African Black Soap & African Shea ButterFashion • Jeans, mid-calf boots, & a fashionable top or cover up, but I'd prefer sweatpants & a tee ANY dayFood • PIZZA! and fruit...LOVE fruit!!The Tube • I didn't notice before but I'm a SERIOUS reality...

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Tapotement For Hair Loss And Hair Growth??

Article via www.HairBoutique.com First of all, what is tapotement? It sounds very exotic, but in reality it’s a specific type of massage technique utilized primarily in Swedish massage. Wikipedia defines tapotement as a rhythmic percussion, most frequently administered with the edge or cupped hand or the tips of the fingers. When the edge of the hand is used it’s also called Hacking. Finger...

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iObsess • Joelle

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age: 22 where: floridaHair • Shea Moisture Hair Products, pompadours, big hairSkin • Cetaphil and St.Ives apricot scrub. M.A.C makeup ;)Fashion • Jeans. leopard prints. stilletto pumps. white shirts.Food • ANYTHING SPICY. Sweets. ice cream. kettle cooked or baked potato chips.The Tube • Law and Order SVUThe Net • cocoandcreme ; curlynikki ; twitter ; youtube ; bglhonlinePlaces • anywhere with a beach...

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NaturallyCurly•Com Is On The Hunt For 5 New Vloggers!!!

Are you interested in joining a fab group of curly/kinky vloggers like Natural Chica, Curly Girl Lexi, Taren916 and me KinkyKurlyQueen?? Well read the info and watch the video below to see how you can be apart of the NC vlogger group!!! NC - Want to work with Curly Hair Solutions, Hair Rules, Mizani, Pantene, and other top curly brands? You can! Enter...

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Random: India Benet

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aspiring singer and daughter of singer Eric Benet more pics & video below ...

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Hair Diary: Meet Nia

I have been trying to get Nia in a Hair Diary forevvver!! Well, I finally got her lol...thx Nia :) About Me...Hello! My name is Nia. I'm an artist who has turned my love for graphic design into a career as a web specialist at a big non-profit organization in DC. I became a home owner recently so I'm into DIY projects. I'm...

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iObsess • KKQ

age: 26 where: delawareHair • Braid Outs and Rhassoul ClaySkin • Oil cleansing method using a 50/50 mix of Sweet Almond Oil and Grapeseed Oil. Witch Hazel as an astringent when neededFashion • Long skirts, flats and headwraps I ♥Food • Sweet Potatoes and Mac & Cheese!The Tube • Reality junk tv! Currently...Rhoa, Rhobh, Jersey Shore...can't forget about Scared Straight (yikes!)The Net • My...

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Obsessive Quote of The Week

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Double standards have become standard. Its a form of selective obedience that conveniently allows us to justify whack behavior. -Bereolaesque via Twitter Double standards have become standard. Its a form of selective obedience that conveniently allows us to justify whack behavior. -Bereolaesque via Twitter ...

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Hair Diary: Meet Candace Denise!

About Me...Who, little ole' me? (smile) I am an observer, daughter, sister, lady at all times, bold, a dreamer, a lover, a friend, a believer...but, in short, I mostly go by poet, photographer, collector, and most recently, a designer. Where you do live? How is the natural hair community there? I currently reside in Columbia, SC, which is also my hometown. I will...

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Random: Mike Jackson

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Rihanna & Her Kinky Red Wig!!!!

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Spotted in Hollywood for a night on the town, style chameleon Rihanna, looked HOT in a new kinked up, curled up, frizzed up red wig. In the words of her new single titled S&M....I Like it, Like it!!! {Source} ...

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Random: Afro Art by Daisy Giles

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Fishtail Braid on My Straight Natural Hair

Completely bored I did what most of us do when junk tv is not enough.....I video surfed on youtube lol! I have been wanting to learn how to do fishtail braids for a while now and since my hair was straightened I gave it a go. After watching the video below a couple times and trying to do it along with the demonstration,...

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My Nighttime Routine For Straight Hair

My nighttime routine for maintaining sleek and smooth straight hair is super simple! I first start by dividing my hair into 2 halves, then I began to de-tangle my hair GENTLY with a wide tooth comb. Sometimes we assume that our straight hair doesn't need to be combed and that it won't get tangles....well it does! Especially if you have some length and...

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Video: Flat Ironing My Natural Hair

I've been itching to straighten my hair since early November and this past Friday I finally had some time to do so. Of course, like everyone should, I thoroughly cleansed and conditioned my hair. On wet hair I applied Grapeseed Oil to 6 sections and allowed the hair to partially air dry while in braids. After that I blow dried on low heat...

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A Rising Voice in Afro-Latin America by Frances Robles

I spotted this article while scrolling through my timeline on Twitter last night. The tweet came up with a caption that read "Wow, who knew Dominicans hated blacks this much". So I quickly click the link to see what the fuss was about and found an interesting 5 part article on Afro-Latin Americans and the issues they face mainly due to the color...

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Video: My Favorite Hair Products

Product List•Shampoo Giovanni Tea Tree Triple Threat Shampoo Bee Mine Nourishing Shampoo Ori Organics Hydrating Curl Cleanser •Conditioner Giovanni Tea Tree Triple Threat Conditioner Giovanni Smooth As Silk Conditioner Suave Shea Butter and Almond Conditioner Desert Essence Green Apple and Ginger Conditioner Desert Essence Italian Red Grape Conditioner Desert Essence Coconut Conditioner Aubrey Organics Honeysuckle Rose Conditioner Aubrey Organics GPB Balancing Conditioner Elucence...

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Obsessive Kinks: Meet Jasmine Swift

About Me....My name is Jasmine Swift, I'm 22 years old and I am a senior at Old Dominion University majoring in Photography. Where do you live? How's the natural hair community there?I live in Norfolk, Virginia. The natural hair community is growing by the day, especially at my college. When and why did you decide to go natural?I began transitioning in August 2009 and...

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Video: "Shadeism"

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UPDATE: I Want • Sesame Street "I Love My Hair" Tees

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In Review: Wonder Curl's Get Set Hair Jelly & Get Slick Hair Smoothie

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Get Slick Hair Smoothie Description: Get Slick Hair Smoothie provides your hair with the benefits of organic coconut oil and organic castor oil. Coconut oil, known for its benefits to skin and hair, is the only oil that penetrates the hair shaft to strengthen. Castor oil, also known for its medicinal properties, protects hair, prevents hair loss and promotes hair growth. Using Get...

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Biggest Myths About African American Hair

I spotted this post on www.MadameNoire.com and just had to share it with guys. Before going natural and really getting to know my hair I some of these myths to be true as well...boy was I wrong lol! Here's a few excerpts that stood out for me... 1. Washing your hair too often will dry it out. Washing is actually one of the...

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Hair Diary: Kayla W.

About me....Hiya! My name is Kayla and I have been natural since August 2010. I transitioned for about 8 months using individual braids. I'm starting college next year and I thought that it would be the perfect time for me to go natural. I love being different I kinda always have been and my hair matches my personality now. Where do you live? How...

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From Braid Out to Twist Out...