Making and applying MN

Here is the Video I promised of how I make and apply MN to my hair. I hope you all find this helpful.

Positive Friendships

I had the honor of spending a few hours with a dynamic group of women this weekend. All four of us were from relatively small areas of Michigan and had now moved away in the pursuit of happiness. After talking with them for hours about how trying our first year away from home was, we toasted our glasses to the joys of having the strength to make it out on our own. We also shared in the pain of losing friends along the way. I truly believe every woman needs that bond. God knows how I needed to connect with women that truly understood where I came from and where I am trying to go.

To understand the dynamics of your friendship, is to know yourself. How do you feel while around your close friends, what do you talk about with them and can you be yourself? Do they encourage you, do you feel inspired by them and is this friendship healthy?  These are questions you should have clear answers to.

I honestly believe some people bring out the worst in others. I can clearly remember feeling like I was in completion with women and I couldn’t quite trust that they had my best interest at heart. All of these feeling caused me to become super defensive and protective. To constantly go into battle mode with anyone is draining. You never really realize how trust issues affect your everyday social life.

The impact that these ladies had on me this weekend is nothing short of amazing. As Black women I believe it is our duty to paint a positive picture of our sisters. As women we should congratulate another woman when you’re seeing her shine and help her out when you see her down! All of this catty, backstabbing behavior is so unattractive ladies. We all look so much better celebrating each other’s success.

These lovely young ladies are best friends and business partners. They are such a great example of a positive dynamic friendship. You can find both of these ladies on Instagrm promoting their “It Works” business @prettyparis143 and @envied_admired.

Feeling much better now

At the Ritz

I’ve been feeling under the weather for the last few days so yesterday was my first day getting out and about. After a few days down, it’s always nice to get out. 

TCA test

My TCA came in the mail this week and I am too thrilled! Before I do my entire face, I decided to test my ears. I will not lie to you guys... this stuff burns. I should see results in 8 days.

Come inside

You know this song was the business!

Just too disrespectful

My laugh of the day!

TCA Peel

So, as you all know I am willing to try just about anything in the name of “beauty” so the next beauty tip should come as no surprise to some of you.  I decided to do a TCA peel also known as a chemical peel on my face and ears.

I know some of you guys are like “what’s a TCA peel?” Well, TCA is short for Trichloroacetic acid, which is a chemical that has been used by dermatologist for years. TCA is commonly used for acne scarring, dark spots, fine lines and wrinkles. The Idea is that the TCA will strip (burn) a layer of your skin, causing the skin to flake revealing a slightly lighter and tighter version of skin. I do not have problems with acne, so I should be ok in the face department. My only areas of concern are my ears. I am actually allergic to fake and or coated metals, I should only be wearing pure gold or silver so my ears do tend to break out once in a while from wearing costume jewelry. I love a fun pair of earrings, but my ears… not so much. Over the years they have gotten a lil darker and I just want to get them back on track.

TCA Peels have been used for acne scarring, dark spots, fine lines,wrinkes, dark underarms and stretch marks just to name a few. I just ordered my 30% TCA capsule on Amazon earlier this week. While I’m awaiting the delivery I decide to give you guys the heads up so that you can do research on your own if interested. Please do your research to make sure a TCA peel is good for you. There are several other chemical peels and TCA percentages that may work better for you… I personally have done TCA peels before in the past. This is my first time trying 30%.

MyInvisibleChyrsalis was the inspiration behind my choice to try the peel... look at her... just gorge!

NOTE: There is some down time with doing this peel because your skin will flake and shed.