Monday, November 5, 2012

My Foundation Routine Tutorial- MAKE UP MONDAY!

Hello everyone! Happy Makeup Monday! I've received so many requests and questions about my foundation routine, that I decided to do a video. Here it is enjoy! The products that I used are listed below the video! =)




---Products Used---
Palmer's Coco Butter Gentle Cleanser Facial Wash
Clean & Clear Dual Action Moisturizer 
Neutrogena Skin Clearing Foundation 120 Tan
Revlon 24hr Colorstay Foundation 400 Caramel
Maybelline Fit Me Pressed Powder 355 Coconut

****ELF BRUSHES USED.
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Friday, November 2, 2012

FASHION FRIDAY! Plus Size Fall OOTD


A casual and comfy yet stylish outfit with a 70's twist. Perfect for a fall day. Outfit specifications are listed at the very end of the video. Comment below if you have a  specific look or tutorial you'd like to see next. *Available in HD*



Outfit Specs:
Shirt- "Mudd" Kohls
Jeans - " Toxic"
Woven Wicker Belt - Jc Penny
Shoes- "Sperry" Intrepid Cigar (Finish Line)
Beaded Earrings- BSS
Wooden Beaded Rosary- BSS
Bag- Aeropostal


















Wednesday, October 31, 2012

OOTN "Halloween Edition"

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!
Check out my Halloween costumes :)

Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Misha's Hair Update (2) *VIDEO*

I decided to do a random update about my hair since it's been a while. This video covers what's been going on, goals, and some surprising news! 


Monday, October 22, 2012

Get Ready With Me - Saturday Night Out

Here's a get ready with me video from over the weekend, Saturday Night Out Edition. It's a FOTD (face of the day), OOTN (outfit of the night), etc, all in one. The products that I used as well as my outfit specifications are listed below. Hope you wonderful ladies enjoy ! Happy Make-up Monday!!





PRODUCTS USED:
  • Olay moisturizing beauty fluid
  • Revlon Photoready Perfecting Primer
  • Maybelline 24 hr super stay foundation (350 Caramel)
  • Naturelux Silk Foundation Nutmeg
  • Bare Minerals SPF Foundation DEEP TAN
  • Covergirl clear Massacara
  • Nyx Eye Primer
  • Maybelline Color Tattoo Pomegranate Punk
  • Maybelline Color Explosion Caffeine Rush
  • Covergirl Eye Enhancer Brown Smolder 
  • Perfect 18teen Eyeshadow Palette
  • Covergirl 24hour Lash Blast
  • Maybelline Falsies Flared Lash Explosion
  • Maybelline Master Drama Eyeliner MIDNIGHT
  • The Color Workshop Blush

Hair: Aussie Smoothing Serum
SHOES: Candie's Dress Platform Wedges
JEANS: City Street
RING: Charlotte Rousse






MN FAQ (a must read)

After receiving so many questions about my MN use I decided to answer all of the most common questions in this video. I hope this video is helpful and answers the questions you have. If you have any other questions don't hesitate to ask! It's a little blurry so I suggest you watch in HD. Enjoy!

Friday, October 19, 2012

Sensationnel Empress Natural Lace Front Wig Bree REVIEW (video)

Sensationnel Empress Natural Lace Front Wig Bree


I purchased this wig from Hairsisters.com for 27.99. I ordered it in a #2. I placed the order on Monday and received it on Thursday morning. For the price the quality is amazing and I've have no shedding. It's also curling irons safe up too 400 Degrees.My review is in the video below. ENJOY!



















Monday, October 8, 2012

MAKE UP MONDAY! "Pomegranate Passion" tutorial

 
It's Make Up Monday! Enjoy! 

Wednesday, August 29, 2012

How I Make My MN Mix (VIDEO)

After receiving a lot of questions about my MN mix I decided to make a video showing exactly how I make my MN mix. I now use Sulfur 8 in my mix instead of Cantu Shea Butter. I've discontinued the use of that product completely, especially after the company sent out emails saying the product can in fact HINDER hair growth. I'd rather be safe than sorry. The products my MN mix now consists of is


  • Sulfur 8 "Grease"
  • Tea Tree Oil
  • Monistat 7


ENJOY. If you have any questions feel free to ask. .




Friday, August 3, 2012

Kara's Hair Update/ Reggie & Length Check

After trim 
May 1, 2012
Length Check - PAST BSL


2 Weeks ago, I removed my first sew in weave and dyed my hair back to black. I got tired of the highlights. My new regimen consists of washing my hair bi-weekly with Nuetrogena's Triple Moisture shampoo, and deep conditioning with Ausie's 3 minute miracle. Then, I straighten my hair. I oil my hair with Fantasia's pm oil spray nightly then, wrap. I've been using Extra virgin coconut oil as well, and I must say this is a staple product. My hair doesn't need a lot of moisture so my regimen isn't centered around it. My goal for the year is MBL.

Monday, July 9, 2012

Neutrogena Triple Moisture Line REVIEW



This is my review on the Neutrogena Triple Moisture hair care line, it is also commonly referred to on hair boards as NTM. My sister (Kara) began using it as a detangler and it smelled really good, plus I'd been seeing so many people incorporating it in their regimen so I decided to get the entire line. I purchased the Deep Recovery Hair Mask,  Daily Deep Conditioner, Triple Moisture Cream Lather Shampoo, and the Silk Touch Leave- in Cream. Each product costs about $8 and can be found out Walgreens, Walmart, Cvs, and Target. As I said the line has a very pleasant smell that lingers and I'm still very much in love with it but that's as far as it goes. I used this line for about a month. In the beginning when I first started having knots, I shook it off and blamed it on my hair being tangly. I detangle before I wash my hair and during the conditioning process as well. I also wash my hair is five sections. My hair never tangled and knotted up like this before but, I didn't think it  could be the product so I continued using it. It wasn't until I was up one night until 3am undoing what NTM did with my KINKY CURLY KNOT TODAY that I realized this stuff is horrible for my hair. The shampoo made my hair feel striped. The silk touch leave in, had my hair feeling nice and soft for the first hour, after that it was as if I had put nothing in it. I also found out yesterday that the Silk Touch Leave-in has Sodium Hydroxide in it! For those of you who don't know that's a key ingredient in relaxers! The conditioners, did indeed moisturize but between that and the shampoo it caused my hair to fuse together at matte. I tried the conditioner with another shampoo to see if that would make it better but, it didn't. I haven't used any of it since. This goes to show everyone's hair is different and what works for one person may not work for the next. I honestly believe my body hates Neutrogena products. I cannot use their soap, facial wash , and apparently their hair care products either. Some how I forgot. The only thing Neutrogena I can use is their foundation.  This is just my review so don't write this product off because it didn't work for me. It works well for a lot of ladies. Over all I give this product 1 out of 5 stars and that's just because I'm still in love with the smell. This product did NOTHING for my hair.

Thursday, June 7, 2012

Hair growth update/ Mn Results (Video Version)

This is for all of you who don't like to read. Enjoy!


Wednesday, June 6, 2012

MN(Miconazole Nitrate) Growth Update (PICS)

As you all know my current growth aid of choice is a Miconazole Nitrate mix. 
(Read original post and update HERE)
I'm out of my sew in a lot earlier than I expected, while I had it installed I applied my MN mix every night. I was convinced I hadn't had any growth so out of curiosity I decided to do a length check......and I did........... I was all like .....

                                    
**CLICK PHOTOS TO ENLARGE**
My mouth flew open because as I said before, I was almost certain I hadn't received any noticeable amount of growth, guess I was wrong. I surpassed my "September" goal which I'm excited about.
Well, that's all I just wanted to give a brief update and share my progress thus far....thanks for reading.

Check out my first MN update: Click here to read

Twist Out(PICS) Whip It Wednesday!

It's Whip it Wednesday ladies and gents! Here's my HOTD it's a twist out. This is a great hairstyle for transitioners who are trying to blend their new growth and relaxed ends. If you'd like me to make a tutorial video comment below :)

Day 1

                                         
                                                   Day 1
Morning- Day 2
Night- Day 2
Night - Day 2



Night -Day 2




If you'd like me to make a tutorial video comment below :)

Length Vs Health

We've all seen it before, that girl with long MBL/BSL hair but her ends are split and see through all the way up to her neck. Long hair does not mean healthy hair. In the first year of your hair journey you'll be focused on length and meeting your goals (guilty) but, in the second year length doesn't matter much to me. I care more about thickness and health. I believe long damaged hair comes from people wanting to wear their hair down more frequently since it's grown longer which results in using more heat, which then leads to damage. They're afraid to cut those 3-4 inches off in fear of losing length but if it looks scraggly, why hang on to them? If I could chose between thickness and length, I'd chose thickness everyday again and again. It's hair,  if you have a regimen and take care of your hair trust and believe it will grow back, better than before. It was 3 am the other morning and I had the strongest urge to cut my hair, I don't like the way my relaxed ends look, and I'm just not feeling the colored portions of my hair. But, I decided I'm not really focused on length right now, more so on health so although I've been transitioning since last January I plan on starting with fresh natural hair. Meaning, even though most of my hair is now natural I plan on cutting that as well. My new plan is to cut an inch off every 2 months so I can break even and have a new start. My natural hair isn't damaged and neither are my relaxed ends, I'm just really not feeling it.  But ladies, please don't gain length and fall off of our regimen, it's WORSE when your hair is long and damaged. Castor oil is great for thickening up hair as well, you can purchase this at Walmart or Walgreens or you can order Jamaican Black Castor oil online which in my opinion works better but,with that being said HAPPY HAIR GROWING!

Tuesday, June 5, 2012

WMH Help Guide (a must read!)

I thought I'd make a navigation/ get started guide for those unfamiliar with the blog and all of it's features. It has many features which allows you to interact and be apart of the site. There's a chatroom/forum, a monthly newletter, and much more.Below is a screen shot each section I will be giving you a "tour" of is numbered.

1.The FOLLOW Button
This button allows you to follow our blog. The perks? New posts will be conveniently displayed on your blogger dashboard along with other sites you've "followed". You can follow publicly or privately.


2. The Community Section
IMO it's the greatest part of this site. This section allows you to interact with other readers, ask questions, answer questions, start "challenges", give reviews, share your experiences, request tutorials, and much more. It can be used the same way a forum is. You can sign in as a guest with a screen name, or with your facebook and twitter name. You can also remain anonymous. On Wednesdays at 8pm (Eastern Time) we will also have a "full" site chat/ discussion on a topic.  If you would like to continue reading the site AND chatting scroll down and on the side bar (picture below) there is a mini chat widget. You can read the blog and still interact.
3. The Navigation Bar
Makes visiting our blog and finding information a BREEZE. (The search bar is also very helpful)Every post is categorized and is under the "related tab". Each tab drops down into multiple sections just put your mouse over the section you wish to visit or expand.If you are new to your hair growth journey the "Educate" tab is a great place to start out. The "Our Hair" tab are posts related to our hair (Kara & Misha's hair) it includes length checks and our regimen.The FAQ tab is where all "Frequently Asked Questions" are posted. We pick one that is sent to us via the chatroom or email (whipmyyhair@gmail.com) and answer it. The Contest tab has information, and updates about any current, upcoming, or past contests and GIVE AWAYS we've had. Check that tab OFTEN. The rest is pretty self explanatory. 

 Recommended Reads:
 Glossary   <<Common terms you'll see used here.
Regimen Building 101 << In depth and very helpful! 
Hair Length Chart << Commonly used terms for each length.
Healthy Hair 101  << The baiscs

If you ever need to refer to this page again it will be made a "permanent" tab under EDUCATE.
Also if you haven't already sign up for our Monthly Newsletter to stay updated with the latest posts, give a ways, tutorial, and much more!







Thursday, May 24, 2012

Misha's May Favorites (Video)

Click READ MORE to view video.


list of products listed in video................................
Coming Soon!




"RefreshMINT"

Ok so China Glaze has a new color out named, RefreshMINT and I'm in LOVE ...The end.


Friday, May 18, 2012

Misha's Hair Update/ NEW REGIMEN W/ PICS

I've changed my regimen so I thought I'd fill you in as well as give you an update about my hair in general.I got a full sew in last week for my protective style with a silk base closure. Before I got the install I did a hard protein treatment and deep conditioned over night. This was the first weave I've had since January. I've found since my hair has grown it's harder to keep it off my shoulders. My WNG's hang and I'm always paranoid about retention. The last week before I got my sew in I was wearing gala with my hair braided underneath ( see review Here). I figured I'd wear it like that to cut out the tangling because it was ridiculous. I'm still in search of a good detangler because the knots are kind of outrageous. But, I was practicing low manipulation, only actually "combing" it once a week on wash days the rest of the week finger combing. My regimen has changed and I've updated it ( HERE).I came to a realization that my deep conditioner didn't work and I asked myself why I was still using it, and stopped. I found it was more protein based and it was throwing my balance off. Now I've been using SUAVE professionals almond and shea butter conditioner as my deep conditioner, it's cheap and it does the job surprisingly better than expensive ones MEANT for deep conditioning.  
I've currently been using a homemade MN (Miconazole Nitrate) mix which has been working great. Hopefully since I'll be weaved up all summer I'll retain 100% of the growth. My moisturizer of choice has been CANTU SHEA BUTTER LEAVE IN CONDITIONER, I've been sealing with EVOO and castor oil every other night.
Banded and blow dried hair(left) keep in mind the roots aren't straight. My August goal was originally my  January goal, looks like I'll be maker it way sooner than January :)
I don't have any updated length shots aside from the ones I took in February and my MN ones because I never really use heat. I did try banding , ( which I really like).I blow dried it last month but these shots aren't really showing length, just thickness because the roots are not straight. I don't plan on getting my hair straightened until the end of August or beginning of September.When this MN mix is gone I'll be switching up using my Sulfur Mix. I like to rotate my growth aides every 3 months. If my calculations are correct I should be grazing BSL by then, that's if I don't let someone (CUT whoops I mean trim my hair, would of been there a long time ago -_-) In February my hair was back to length it was in September before it got "trimmed/ cut". Don't you just hate setbacks? I plan on keeping my sew in for 8 weeks then after that, I'll be letting it rest two weeks and weaving it back up again, I'll take pictures of my hair after the take down though. I'm needing some color in my life I'm thinking of dying my real hair bright red and jet black when the summer is over, hmmm...well, that's it for now HHJ.






MISHA'S HAIR REGIMEN (UPDATED May 2012)

DAILY-  
I moisturize every night.
I seal every other night alternating between olive oil and a castor oil mix
I baggy about once a week (when I'm not wearing a weave)
I use my mn mix every other night.

Co-Washing has been eliminated for the time being, it's too much manipulation and tangling, I may resume when it gets warmer.
Bi Weekly- 
I detangle with OILS.
I wash my hair with CREME OF NATURE kiwi & citrus moisturizing shampoo.
I condition first with GARLIC conditioner.
DEEP condition with Suave Almond and Shea Butter Conditioner & Olive oil 
Detangle with Neutrogena Triple Moisture Mask.
I use Cantu Shea Butter & Chi Keratin Mist as my leave in conditioner.

MONTHLY- Every 6-8 weeks I do a protein treatment using either APOHGEE or one raw egg mixed with conditioner. Since I'm using growth aids I clarify 1-2x a month with ORS creamy aloe neutralizing shampoo.

VITAMINS & OTHER:
I drink water daily.
Scalp massages 
MN GROWTH AIDE 


PERMANENT LINK TO REGIMEN:






Thursday, May 17, 2012

Cantu Shea Butter Review (VIDEO)

It's Thirsty Thursday!(Click Read More To View Video) This is my review of Cantu Shea Butter's Leave in Conditioning Repair Cream. It's a moisturizer that can be found at almost any store, Walmart, Kmart, Target, CVS, Walgreens, etc. Enjoy! HHG! 












Monday, May 14, 2012

Maybelline Color Tattoo 24 Hour Eyeshadow Review W/ Swatches

Maybelline Color Tattoo 24 Hour Eyeshadow Review Make up Monday Edition

One of Maybelline's newest edition is the 24 Hour Color Tattoo Eye Studio Collection. According to the advertisements the thing that sets it aside from other eyeshadows is that it's suppose to last 24 hours without creasing, cracking or smudging. Along with the 24 hour perks advertising has assured us that the color is VIBRANT just as the photo to the left.
This is a creamy/ gel like eyeshadow.


First off, let me say that I'm big on judging a book by it's cover. In this case it's a product by it's commercial. It was bright and filled with highly pigmented looks , and I was sold. It costs about 6.99.This collection includes 10 colors which are.
1.Edgy Emerald
2.Tenacious Teal
3.Fierce & Tangy
4.Bad to The Bronze
5.Bold Gold
6.Pomegranate Punk
7.Too Cool
8.Tough as Taupe
9.Painted Purple
10.Audacious Asphalt 
The colors I purchased were BOLD GOLD, TENACIOUS TEAL,  FIERCE & TANGY, POMEGRANATE PUNK, AND BAD TO THE BRONZE (not pictured).


When I got home and opened them up I was surprised because I didn't know they were cream based. I'm not a fan of them because of how they crease. But it very similar to Mac's color pot which changed my mind. I thought it was going to be a matte shadow much like Loreal Hip's High Intensity Pigments. But, on the upside it does has a very thick consistency. The first time I wore it I stayed up for 24+ hours. After about 12 hours it began creasing and between the 14th and 15th hour it started cracking and crumbling literately. It's very easy to wash off after the cracking stage but before you do have to do a little work to get it off, which is good in my book because I'm sure it would last through me swimming and a day at the beach.
The pros 
 glides on easily
 very easy to blend
 affordable
 comes in a variety of colors
The cons 
The colors are not as intense as advertised when used alone.
It doesn't last 24 hours ( roughly around 15 which is not bad)


   If you are looking for a pigmented look I wouldn't recommend using this alone (I never have), I either use it as a base/primer underneath of a like color or I use it on top.  I like this eyeshadow but I am not in love with it. This IS a good product but for the time being I'm in like, but I think that with time I may grow to love it. Over all I give this product 4 out of 5 stars. As I stated I only wish the colors popped more. I don't really have a need for my eyeshadow to last 24 hours.
Thanks for reading! Comment below with any questions.









Thursday, May 10, 2012

Zebra Fever

I did my nails the other day, this a full set of acrylics. I call this one zebra fever. On the nails with the pink, blue, and green I put a coat of white polish on my nail before I added the color to make it appear more vibrant.











Monday, May 7, 2012

FOTD ORANGE OASIS

Happy Make-Up Monday!!







Starting Pictures-2012 HEALTHY HAIR GROWTH CHALLENGE

NEXT LENGTH CHECK IN .......November 1st.
OFFICIAL CHALLENGERS 
K We'll start ^^ MISHA  ...Goal= BSL REGIMEN POSTED HERE
KARA ^^ GOAL= MBL REGIMEN POSTED HERE


Dee- FULL SL or grazing APL


SweetDreams-Goal MBL


















 JT_SHAWTII -GOAL- FULL SL


YJ FULL SL

Kmoney-Goal- Full NL


EL (Ear Length)
NL (Neck Length)
(CL Collarbone Length)
SL(Shoulder Length)
APL(Armpit Length)
BSL( Bra strap Length)
MBL (Mid back Length)

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